If you’re searching for ruby rings for women chances are you want to give a gift, a promise ring, an engagement ring, a wedding set or an anniversary surprise for the lady you love. You probably already know that the best ruby rings you can offer are those that have been untreated, not heated, not colored and not enhanced in any way. You probably already know that the very, very best gems will be those that are called pigeons blood and that they come from Burma (Myanmar) Thailand, Vietnam, and other Asian countries where high quality rubies are mined. You probably also know that the most expensive stones come from Asia and the more affordable ones come from Africa. But now you simply want to choose a stone and create a ring or buy the best possible ready to wear design and move on to the fun part – seeing your lady’s reaction when she opens the box. But what if you chose a poor quality stone? Will her face sparkle when she sees the gift or will she say to herself, “what an idiot…he didn’t know the difference between a good ruby and a cheap one”. So, before that happens, you need to know how to choose a ruby, and the first question you have is about color and clarity, which is more important?
How Are Rubies Graded?
The answer in this case is very simple. When it comes to rubies, the most important factor that determines its value is color. Clarity is second. When you have a selection of rings and their details in front of you, you will want to choose from the top rated reds, namely: 5R 2/8, which will be a deep red, 5R 3/10, which will be a vivid red, 2.5R 4/14, which will be a strong red but less vivid and not as desirable. There are also those that have a purplish red tone and these will be labeled as 7.5RP 5/8. The pink ones usually are less highly rated. The problem with the rating system is that it doesn’t take into account that people have different opinions about what constitutes the ideal ruby red. A study conducted to determine which colors were most appealing to different people lead to the conclusion that almost 60% of the Americans who participated in the study chose very deep red Mogok rubies, while Europeans tended to prefer Thai, Magok and Madagascar rubies. Although color may end up being something of a personal preference, you should know that color is 50% of what determines the value of a particular ruby gem….the categories are color (brilliance, transparency), clarity (degree of inclusions), cut (proportion and finish), carat (the overall weight of the stone). Unfortunately the best ruby rings for women that have a Magok ruby with deep red color and excellent clarity are very, very expensive. So, how much do you love her?
Asian women have significantly different makeup needs in comparison to non-Asians. For this reason, Asian women residing in non-Asian countries are likely to find it difficult to come across makeup tips especially suited to them.
When it comes to Asian makeup faux pas, foundation makeup plays a key role. Many Asian ladies fail to choose the correct underlying color of foundation for their skin tone. Most white women find that their skin has pink or red undertones to it while most Asian women will have golden undertones to their skin. As a result of this, pink-based foundations designed for the skin of White ladies will not truly complement the skin tone of Asian ladies. For this reason, it is advisable to purchase a foundation specifically for Asian skin tones. Shiseido produces foundation specifically suited to Asian skin tones. Their products are widely available in Europe and North America.
The majority of Asians have little room on the eyelids on which to attempt complicated eyeshadow techniques. As a result, eyeshadow and eyeliner application can often prove disastrous! American and European brands of eyeshadow are suitable for use, however, it is advisable to select matte jewel colors such as navy blues, forest greens and ruby reds. These colors are perfect for an evening look. For the daytime, tan and taupe eyeshadow colors will prove suitable. It is advisable to choose only one color of eyeshadow but use both dark and light variations.
A thin line of eyeliner should be applied to the upper lids only. Dark colors should not be applied to the lower lash line as this will create excess shadowing and will hence make the eyes appear smaller and darker. A minimum of two coats of black mascara should be applied to the eyelashes to provide them with additional length and volume. It is recommended that you use eyelash curlers to open up the eyes following the first coat of mascara.
Women can use makeup to highlight their best features. While not all these Asian makeup tips will work for everyone, it can be fun to experiment with Asian makeup and take the time to discover the most complementary looks.
The denim jacket is a classic piece of clothing that everybody should own. It is not an obvious classic but, like the humble blue jeans, chances are you have owned and worn one at least once in your life. The simple denim jacket has been adapted to suit every age, gender and style. Whoever you are, there will be one that suits you.
As with so many clothing classics, the simpler the style the better the look. The classic denim jacket is a short blue one. From that simple starting point you can have it any way you want. It can a blue that is so washed out and faded that it is nearly white, or freshly died to dark, dark blue. And you can wear it in any length from just under the breasts to just below the hips. The trick to a successfully wearing a denim jacket is to find a color and a length that suits you.
Denim jackets for men are best kept very simple. A well worn blue waist length jacket is a staple of a mans wardrobe. It will never go out of style and can be worn with anything. Whether it is with some old clothes for a day out with your friends are with something more fashionable for a night on the town, there will be a place for your old reliable denim jacket.
When it comes to denim jackets for women, they have much more choice. For a start, they are not limited to blue. Designers love denim for women and fancy colors, decoration and design come and go with the seasons. The plain blue ladies denim jacket still has its place in a woman’s wardrobe as a timeless classic which she can match to her own individual style.
When it comes to wearing denim, the only rule is what looks good on you. Experiment with different styles and colors until you find something that suits. Once you have a denim jacket that looks good and feels comfortable to wear, hang on to it. Denim lasts a long time and long after today’s fashions have disappeared you will still be wearing your favourite old denim jacket.