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Starts Today! Alex Sepkus Trunk Show and December Newsletter

Starts Today! Alex Sepkus Trunk Show and December Newsletter
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Happy first day of the Alex Sepkus Trunk Show! The holidays are here and we are open every day until Christmas. We are here Monday - Saturday from 10am to 5pm, and Sundays from 12pm to 5pm. We will also be open Christmas Eve from 10am to 3pm. Our last shipping day is December 20th. You can stop by, make an appointmentshop online, or text 206-623-2528.

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It's the most wonderful time of the year - our annual Alex Sepkus Trunk Show is here! Candy will be here November 30 - December 2 with the collection of intricate designs with one-of-a-kind gemstones. We have been carrying this incredible designer for 30 years, and look forward to this event all year long. Appointments are going quickly, reserve yours today

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Lucky December babies have three gorgeous birthstones to choose from! Tanzanite is an exquisite blue-purple gemstone that was discovered near Mount Kilimanjaro in 1967. It is found in only one mine in the world and is expected to become mined out, making it increasingly rare. The Alex Sepkus "Seashell" tanzanite necklace is a lovely example of this gemstone.

Purple tanzanite beaded necklace with gold clasp on a piece of driftwood

The second December birthstone, zircon is a tragically underrated gemstone that’s often confused with synthetic cubic zirconia due to similar names. Few people realize that zircon is a spectacular natural gemstone available in a variety of splendid colors. Our blue zircon "Francoise" ring by Alex Sepkus is a gorgeous example of this gemstone.

Blue gemstone and gold ring being held by fingers in front of a bush

Last but not least, turquoise has a rich history throughout millennia and across a variety of cultures. The earliest uses were beads found in Iraq, dating back to 5000 BC, and Native Americans have mined turquoise in the southwestern part of the United States for nearly a thousand years. We love this statement turquoise "Garden" ring from Alex Sepkus. 

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Starts Today! Samantha Louise Trunk Show and November Newsletter

Starts Today! Samantha Louise Trunk Show and November Newsletter
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Happy November! We have two trunk shows this month, perfect for gifting season. The first one starts today! We are open from 10am - 5pm Tuesday - Saturday, and will also be open Mondays between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Stop by, make an appointmentshop online, or text us at 206.623.2528. 

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Join us November 2-4 for our Samantha Louise Trunk Show! Made in Colorado, her warm satin-finish gold jewelry and engagement rings celebrate color, joy, and adventure! Shop the collection featuring rustic diamonds, emeralds, turquoise, opals, and her new enamel jewelry in every color of the rainbow. 

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Our annual Alex Sepkus Trunk Show is right around the corner, November 30 - December 2. We look forward to this event all year long! Come meet Candy and shop everything our most popular designer has to offer - intricate, whimsical, and wonderful  one-of-a-kind jewels that are meant to be worn every day. 

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Those with November birthdays have two beautiful birthstones to choose from: topaz and citrine. Topaz comes in a rainbow of colors; citrine is prized for its yellow and orange hues. This beautiful east-west pear-shaped blue topaz ring from Ray Griffiths would be the perfect gift for anyone born this month (including yourself!).

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New Nomos Glashutte watches continue to roll in with great new dial colors. The new Ahoi 38 Sky just arrived, and we love the new smaller size, automatic movement, and soothing blue dial color. The Ahoi is also one of the most water-resistant models, making it a great choice for the winter rainy season.

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Exciting Fall Jewelry News

Exciting Fall Jewelry News
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As Anne of Green Gables said, I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." Autumn is here, and we are excited for sweater weather and fall trunk show season. We are now open from 10am to 5pm, Tuesday - Saturday. Feel free to stop by, make an appointment to see us in person, shop online, or text us at our main number (206.623.2528).

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Our Single Stone Trunk Show is on October 20-21. Designer Corina Madilian will be here on Saturday, October 21st. Don't miss the chance to meet her and see the entire collection of gorgeous classic jewelry featuring antique and vintage diamonds. This is also a great time to do a custom design or reset your diamond with Corina!

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vOctober has two beautiful birthstones, opal and tourmaline. Opals are often associated with creativity and inspiration. The play of colors within the stone can resemble a vivid imagination and spark new ideas. They are believed to enhance one's creativity and encourage artistic expression. We have some lovely opal and tourmaline lockets from Arman Sarkisyan!

rainbow tourmaline and yellow gold bracelet on a dark background

Tourmaline, the second October birthstone, is one of our favorite gemstones. Egyptian legend says that tourmaline received its colors as it passed through a rainbow on its way up from Earth’s core. This rainbow tourmaline bracelet from Alex Sepkus really shows off the incredible range of colors of this amazing gemstone.

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Nomos Glashutte continues to wow us with their new releases. The brand new Ahoi Neomatik 38 Date comes in two beautiful colors, Sand and Sky. This model is the perfect combination of elegant and sporty, and one of each color will be arriving soon! If you are thinking of buying a Nomos Glashutte timepiece, we have a great selection right now.

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We have some very exciting news for our longtime clients - Mariko is back at Fox's as a guest star sales associate! She retired in 2017 after working at Fox's for 29 years. She will be here on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays through the holidays, and is looking forward to seeing all of you again (and buying herself some new jewelry).

 

 

 

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New Summer Jewelry

New Summer Jewelry
18k yellow gold diamond and gemstone artistic rings on a white background

Happy July! Summer is a great time to be in Seattle. The sun is out, Pike Place Market is bursting with flowers, and we are here Tuesday - Thursday from 10am to 4pm, Friday - Saturday from 10am to 5pm with all new jewels from our trip to Vegas! You can make an appointment to see us in person (or just stop by), shop online, or text us at 206.623.2528. 

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July babies have one of our favorite birthstones - the incredibly juicy ruby! Rubies symbolize love, energy, passion, and a zest for life. Rubies are also the traditional gift for a 40th wedding anniversary. This suite of rubies from Bayco Jewels features a rare pigeon blood Burmese ruby ring, Burmese ruby bracelet, and stunning Madagascar ruby earrings.

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Nomos watches have been flying out of the case. With their in-house movements, Bauhaus-inspired design, and excellent price point, we can see why! For summer, we love the Ahoi Atlantic. The sporty textile strap and 200m water resistance make this model the perfect watch to wear out on a summer day boating in Lake Washington (or daydream about it while at work).

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We have an all-new selection of antique diamond rings from Single Stone! Most of these rings feature diamonds that were cut by hand in the late 1800's and early 1900's. They are perfect for engagements, anniversaries, or just because. Single Stone also loves to reset and refashion jewelry that may not match your current style. If your diamond is need of an update, come see us!

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New Spring Jewelry

New Spring Jewelry
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Happy April! This month is all about diamonds. If you are an April baby, it's a great time to treat yourself! We love the price and versatility of Rene Escobar braceletsWe are open Tuesday - Thursday from 10am - 4pm, Friday and Saturday until 5pm for appointments and walk-ins. You can also text us at our main number (206.623.2528). 

yellow, rose and white gold diamond bangles being held on a green leaf background

New releases from Nomos Glashutte are coming! The Club Campus is on the way in two new colors for spring: Electric Green and Cream Coral. Call, text, or email to be called when these beauties arrive in store. We've also restocked February's new release, the Tangente Blue Gold Neomatik in 36mm and 39mm. 

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New Alex Sepkus is on the way too! We love his whimsical, wonderful jewelry and could not resist this cute little bug pendant for spring. We also just received some gorgeous one-of-a-kind gemstone necklaces in green tourmaline, emerald, grey Tahitian pearls, and multicolored beryl beads. Many of them can be mix and match if you have a vario clasp!

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April's birthstone is diamond, the best-known and most sought-after of all gemstones. Diamonds were first discovered in India and have been traded since the 4th century BC. Diamond lore over the centuries has said that these gems are an antidote to poison, ward off the evil eye, and protect against the plague (it's worth a try). Rustic diamonds from Todd Reed are a unique take on a classic.

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rose gold and white gold rustic diamond multi-shape rings stacked on top of one another

One of our favorite cases in the store is our selection of antique and vintage diamonds from Single Stone. These diamonds were cut by hand in the late 1800's and early 1900's and passed down through generations. Single Stone specializes in creating timeless new jewelry with these rare beauties. They are also the most sustainable diamond option!

yellow gold large cushion diamond ring with two small round side diamonds

We love Sethi Couture because not only do they have white diamonds, they have yellow, champagne, pink, green, orange, and black diamonds too! Sethi specializes in stacking rings and other everyday jewelry like bracelets, earrings, and pendants. Save the date for our annual Mother's Day Sethi Couture Trunk Show, May 12-13. Designer Pratima Sethi will be here in person!

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Raffles and Rubies

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We hope our July newsletter finds you well! We are now open for private appointments Thursday - Saturday from 10am - 2pm. You can make an appoinment here. We are also available for phone calls, curbside pickup, and virtual appointments. We have been making adjustments to keep you safe, like wearing these adorable gemstone masks!

Jennifer Dawes gold earrings with rose quartz and diamonds

We are a doing a #jewelryforchange raffle! Purchase a $25 ticket here for a chance to win these beautiful morganite earrings by Jennifer Dawes Design. All proceeds will go to Families of Color Seattle (FOCS), a local organization that connects parents to provide a loving community for families of color. They also provide anti-racism workshops to schools and organizations. 

ILA Emerald Cut ring in white gold

We are thrilled to unveil our newest designer - ILA! This collection features 10 engagement ring styles, all available to try on in white, yellow, or rose gold. The most exciting feature is their diamond software, which enables you to build your ring from home. Just choose the style you love and your preferred diamond size, then their patented program sorts through thousands of diamonds to choose the best diamond for you at 3 different price points. See all 10 styles and design your ring here!

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July is ruby month! Rubies symbolize love, energy, passion, power, and a zest for life. Along with sapphires, they score a 9 out of 10 on the Moh's scale of hardness, making them a wonderful gemstone to use for an engagement ring or wedding band. Rubies are also the traditional gift for a 40th wedding anniversary, which Chai and Joy (2nd generation Fox's owner) just celebrated on June 22nd! Browse our ruby collection here.

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We are in this business because we love helping you celebrate with jewelry! When it is properly taken care of, jewelry can be passed down for generations and be a powerful source of comfort and joy to the wearer. Your support means so much to us, even if it's just telling a friend, sharing a post on Instagram, or writing a review about a great experience you've had at Fox's. We also love featuring clients on our social media, so if you have a Fox's story, wedding photos, or any other jewelry photos you'd like to share, we'd love to hear from you!

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Understanding Diamond Shapes

Understanding Diamond Shapes

Are you just starting to look for a diamond engagement ring? One of the most important steps is to choose what diamond shape to buy! There are so many wonderful choices, all with a different look.

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Round brilliant: The round brilliant diamond was devised by Marcel Tolkowsky in 1919 as his doctoral thesis at the University of London. He created a mathematical formula based on 58 facets to get the most sparkle and brilliance from a round diamond. Diamonds cut according to this formula are called ideal cut. A round brilliant diamond not cut to ideal specifications will be less expensive than an ideal cut diamond, but will not sparkle nearly as much.

Emerald: The emerald cut has been around since the 1500's, but gained popularity in the 1920's, when their sleek and elegant lines were the perfect look to go with the Art Deco movement. The emerald cut is a step cut diamond, meaning that the facets of the diamond look like stairs. The emerald cut diamond typically has 57 facets. Because the emerald cut diamond has such a large table, it isn't good at hiding inclusions. Be sure to choose a clarity grade of VS2 or better.

Oval: Diamonds have been cut into oval shapes for hundreds of years, but the modern day oval cut diamond was devised by Lazare Kaplan in 1957. Oval diamonds have 58 facets and will typically look larger than a round diamond of the same carat weight. When shopping for an oval, be aware of proportion (the ideal length to width ratio is 1.35 to 1.50), and beware the bow-tie. Oval diamonds almost always have a bow-tie effect in the center of the diamond, but results will vary - so this is an important cut to shop for in person.

Asscher: The Asscher cut diamond was designed by Joseph Asscher in 1902, and was one of the first patented diamond cuts in the world. The Asscher is step cut like an emerald cut, but the shape is square with cut corners. Like the emerald cut, the Asscher was popular in the 1920's, making it feel both vintage and elegant. The original Asscher cut diamond had 58 facets. In 1999, the Asscher cut was reinvented as the Royal Asscher by Edward and Joop Asscher. This cut has 74 facets and can only be purchased by an authorized jewelry store from the Royal Asscher Company.

Cushion: Cushion cut diamonds have soft, rounded corners, giving them a wonderful pillowy shape. Other than that, nearly every cushion cut diamond you see will be different. Some will be more square, and others more elongated. The faceting structure will be different as well. Some cushion cut diamonds have lots of small facets, giving it a shimmery crushed glass look. Others will have larger facets, giving the diamond larger flashes of light. Whichever look you prefer, you'll want to choose one of these unique diamonds in person.

Radiant: Radiant cut diamonds are available both square and rectangular, but unlike the emerald and Asscher cuts, radiant cut diamonds have the faceting pattern of a round brilliant. The radiant is a popular choice for fancy colored diamonds such as yellow, because the cut brings out the color of the diamonds. When buying an elongated radiant cut, watch out for the bow-tie effect. The ratio can have quite an effect on the look of a radiant, so this is another diamond you'll want to shop for in person.

Marquise: The marquise cut diamond dates back to the 1700's, when King Louis XV of France commissioned a jeweler to design a diamond that resembled the lips of his mistress, Jean Antoinette Poisson, the Marchioness Madame de Pompadour. Current day marquise diamonds have 56 facets and an elliptical shape with pointed ends. Marquise diamonds are traditionally set facing north-south, but famous marquise diamond wearer Catherine Zeta-Jones has her diamond set east-west.

Princess: This cut was developed in 1961, and quickly became one of the most popular diamond cuts. It is a square diamond with pointed corners and a brilliant faceting structure. Princess cut diamonds have 58 facets, but use up to 80% of the rough diamond they are cut from. In contrast, round brilliant diamonds only use about 40-50% of the rough diamond. For this reason, princess cut diamonds are less expensive than round diamonds. But watch out for those pointed corners! They are fragile and can be easily broken.

Pear: The pear-shaped diamond can be traced back to 1458, when it was created by Flemish polisher Lodewyk van Berquem. This diamond is shaped like a teardrop, with one rounded side and one pointed side, and has a brilliant faceting structure. The most famous pear-shaped diamond in the world is the 69.42ct Taylor-Burton diamond, purchased by Richard Burton for Elizabeth Taylor for a whopping $1.1 million in 1969.

Heart: The origin of the heart-shaped diamond is unknown, but the earliest mention of one is letters from 1463. Mary, Queen of Scots sent a heart-shaped diamond ring to Queen Elizabeth in 1562, as this diamond shape used to be a symbol of royalty. The heart shape is essentially a pear-shaped diamond with a cleft at the top of the rounded side, creating two shoulders. This is one of the most expensive diamond cuts, as it is labor intensive to cut, and difficult to create a perfectly symmetrical shape.

Whatever diamond cut you're looking for, come in or give us a call at 206-623-2528 and we will find exactly what you're looking for! If you know what shape of diamond you'd like to buy, but are unsure of the setting, let us set it into a beautiful diamond solitaire ring for you. The diamond can then be reset later into a setting of your choice.

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