Give the gift of Swarovski Accessories

Give giving can sometimes be a challenge. This might include someone you don’t know all that well, or maybe you only know them through work or the PTA. Here are some of the perfect solutions to any gift giving situation; Swarovski gift accessories!

Swarovski crystals are machine crafted to perfection to illuminate the cuts that give the gem its amazing shiny, 3D affect! Each crystal can show any person, in your life, how special they are to you. For example, a statement pendant necklace will give any woman a reason to feel appreciated. Your hand-picked gift will show that you love the way they style themselves and think a statement piece would be the perfect finishing touch.

What about a gift for the girl who has everything? No problem! Consider a pair of Swarovski drop earrings. Earrings are great for gifts as they check all the gift-giving boxes. Affordable? Check! Stylish? Check! Unique? Check! Swarovski is always the right choice when you’re not sure what to give.

The next time that you are unsure of the gift you want to give, consider Swarovski gift accessories as the perfect solution. Any woman would be lucky to receive Swarovski accessories as they are special to the creators, as well as to the receiver of the gift. 

For Certain Swarovski: Your FAQ Guide to Everything Swarovski Crystal

Ever wonder why Swarovski crystals are such a big deal? Before purchasing Swarovski crystal accessories, here are a few FAQs about Swarovski crystal that will give you an insight into the brand and quality of the gems!

What is Swarovski Crystal?

§  Swarovski crystals are man –made gems precision-cut by a machine to showcase high quality lead glass crystals using quartz, sand and minerals. The manufacturing process is a family secret of the Swarovski family and ensures the highest level of precision when it comes to the cut of the crystals.

Who is Swarovski?

§  Daniel Swarovski was the son of a glass cutter in Bohemia. He invented a patented glass cutting machine that he used to custom cut pieces of crystal glass. The business is now owned by the 5^th generation and has more than 25,000 employees to date. 

Why are Swarovski crystals more expensive?

§  Cutting each crystal and gem in a way that reflects light and gives a 3D affect is controlled by extremely complex machinery. Each piece is cut to perfection and checked by the human eye for inconsistencies.

How can I tell if my Swarovski crystal is real?

§  Crystals are not genuine, if they are not exactly the same cut. This is a telltale sign that they are imitation since Swarovski crystals are made with the specific machine that crafts each glass piece to perfection. 

Wedding Jewelry: Do’s and Don’ts

Ah! Wedding season is here! It seems like every other weekend we are pulling out our favorite go to dress and shoes to dance the night away with the happy new married couple! But sometimes that same routine can get a little bland and repetitive, especially with how many pictures are taken at these things; you do not want to be known as the outfit repeater! But there is an easy fix to adding new life to our old reliable LBD’s, switching up our accessories and hair styles.

Wedding jewelry can really take your outfits to the next level. At DabbyReid.com, we have so many different styles and colors that can really brighten up any dress. Of course there are certain rules that still need to be followed, the main one being that you cannot upstage the bride! While we do not see that happen it can still be an issue that can arise when you are not careful with your choices.

The main rule you want to keep in mind is that you are trying help create a new look with your dress. If you always go with the classic look of pearls, try going with a two tired necklace with bright hues to add some shine to your LBD. If your dress is strapless try going with chunky necklace to help balance the neckline, it will look great with a cute up do! Whichever you choose, choose to be bold and have fun with your wedding jewelry! Do not be afraid to switch up your classic look with something new. 

Bridal Accessories: Can You Only Wear White?

Whoever started the rumor that you could only wear white accessories on your wedding day is seriously disturbed. Of course you can bring color into your bridal accessories; it is the perfect way to wear your “something new or something blue!” At DabbyReid.com, we have so many different bridal accessories you will be sure to find the one that is perfect to express your style!

Depending on the type of wedding gown you are wearing, it will depend on the accessories that you are going with. If you are wearing a halter or high neckline dress, a pair of drop earrings would be the perfect way to accentuate your dress.  This is also a great way to bring color into your white dress, think about how bright you will look wearing orange and pink earrings, it will be that added something extra.

Of course, if you are going the traditional route with white or light colored accessories you will still shine! We have gorgeous multi-tiered necklaces that will look stunning with a strapless gown. These bridal accessories also create the perfect bridal party gift! Your leading ladies will shine bright with accessories that match their dresses or the color scheme of your wedding. Shop our wedding accessories now to start piecing together your perfect look! 

All about Pacific Opal Accessories

Pacific Opal accessories have been making a wave in the fashion industry for a quite some time now. We have seen the bright blue hue make an appearance on award shows as well as on many Pinterest boards dedicated to this stunning gem! Many people wear the opal as a symbol of health and healing, while different opal stones are known to have various healing powers this is the most common theme.  Of course what a better reason to help your health while looking fabulous!

Pacific Opal is quite different than regular opal because of the bright glow that radiates from it the metal settings. While we mostly see pacific opal accessories paired with a silver metal it also looks stunning against gold or rose gold metal finishes. That is the great thing about this gemstone, it is so versatile in many aspects and that transpires into how you pair it with your outfits.

Our Pacific Opal accessories come in earrings, bracelet, and different tiered necklaces for you pair all together or separately! We do recommend that you only wear one necklace at a time; we think it might take away from your outfit if you try to compete with the two necklaces. You will shine brightly if you wore these accessories with a little black dress for a night out on the town or just with your favorite maxi skirt and tee to add a little brightness to your daily routine.  Whichever you choose, known that you will look and feel great! 

Vacation Accessories: Do’s and Don’ts

Who doesn’t love going on vacation?! No matter where you are going: the beach, a city excursion or even just a fun stay-cation, wherever your destination brings you it brings hopefully brings you peace! And no matter where your destination is, you should look marvelous while doing it! The perfect piece to add pizazz and sass to any outfit is with accessories!

Vacation accessories can be a little different than your normal accessories because when you’re on vacation you have to take into consideration the type of terrain your will be exploring as well as the climate you going to experience. If you are backpacking through Europe, you are going to want to make sure you pack light and minimal, a pair of earrings and a versatile necklace would be perfect for that environment! If you are going to basking in the warm sun at Turks and Caicos, you should experiment with bold blues in Pacific Opal which will look fabulous against your sun kissed skin!

The pairing options can truly be endless! If you are more of a minimalistic dresser, vacation can be the perfect time to experiment with layers of colorful bangles or wear that daring orange hue you have been dying to try, it is all about breaking out of your comfort zone! What will accessory will you try this vacation season? 

Double Necklaces: All You Need To Know

As any fashionista knows, jewelry can truly take any outfit to new heights. Wearing a plain V-neck? Add a jeweled statement necklace and you have just turned plain Jane into stunning Sally! That is the great thing about all types of jewelry; it is another way to express who you are; Rachel Zoe said it best, “style is way to say you are without having to speak”. What a better way to express yourself than, taking on the versatility of double necklaces and bringing them into your wardrobe.

With double necklaces being so versatile, you can bring these beauties from office wear to night wear in no time. The unique feature of this jewelry is that they can be the classic look you are going for because they are simple in their design. While the jewels that are used are stunning, they are constructed to create a simple statement piece.

Trying bringing a pop of color into your wardrobe with an aqua necklace, it will look stunning placed on a white or black blouse; or stay within the hue family and pair it with a navy blue dress for those warm summer nights! Double necklaces can also be that one piece of jewelry that is unique to you, with so many different colors and jewel choices your wardrobe possibilities are endless!