Jewellery

Kymond & Co

Every boss babe has to find their calling and Kymond & Co was just that for owner Stacey. A niche was discovered during Covid-19 for a locally-owned jewellery brand specialising in personal service. There is a growing trend for ‘dopamine dressing’ in clothing and that is very much extended to fine jewellery. Occasion dressing has returned and women need statement jewellery. Creating a collection of quality pieces that are easy on the pocket and make a statement was the key objective when Stacey started her online jewellery store catering for bridal, special occasion and all accessory lovers. The range of affordable bridal jewellery will leave you feeling amazing whether you are the highlight of the event in a white dress, the support squad or want to finish off a killer outfit with the perfect piece. We’ve got you!

Everlasting Creations

Charles Rose artisians lovingly handcraft only the finest diamonds to design timeless show-stopping jewellery.

The high quality, ethically-sourced diamonds and coloured stones at Charles Rose are carefully selected, ensuring their designers incorporate only the finest gemstones into their handcrafted jewellery creations. Admired and celebrated for their superior artistry, Charles Rose diamond and jewellery designs are everlasting expressions of love. Charles Rose diamantaires carefully select all their diamonds to ensure consistent high quality and use stricter selection criteria than all domestic and international competitors. They fully document, certify and guarantee your purchase, including the provision of an independent and internationallyrecognised diamond grading certificate. They do not sell clarity or colour-enhanced diamonds or inferior stones that hide chips and inclusions. You can be confident that Charles Rose provide only the finest high-quality diamonds from which to choose, upholding the ethos of quality, beauty and timelessness in every jewellery design. Their four Cs (4Cs) diamond grading guide is of universal standard helping assess a diamond's quality using the 4Cs: Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat. Together, the 4Cs contribute to a diamond's beauty but diamantaires agree that a high-quality cut is of utmost importance. Cut refers to proportion, symmetry and polish – factors which affect how light reflects, disperses and flashes off a diamond surface. Jewellers cut diamonds into a variety of shapes with some traditional shapes fashioned hundreds of years ago and exude a timeless aesthetic and old-world. Others reflect elegant contemporary styles popularised within the last 20 years (for example, Asscher and princess shapes). A classic round brilliant diamond is the most enduringly popular shape due to its exceptional radiance, brilliance and sparkle. Other highly favoured styles include alluring square and rectangular shapes. Superb crafting enables the beauty of a diamond to be enhanced – the jewellery artisans at Charles Rose expertly shape the finest of diamonds into exquisite styles that captivate and dazzle with their transcendent beauty and sparkle. Shade refers to a diamond's colour, which can range from rare pure white to fancy-coloured vivid shades like yellow, pink and green although most tend to yellow/brown. The lack of colour in a diamond determines its grading, with higher colour grades assigned to diamonds with less colour. This is because colourless diamonds exhibit greater sparkle than yellowish/ brownish tinted diamonds. Clarity refers to inclusions, which are small marks, fissures or foreign crystals in the diamond. Every diamond has billions of inclusions however many inclusions are not visible to the naked eye, so the diamond is ‘eye clean’. Flawless diamonds are ‘loupe clean’, meaning inclusions are invisible even when using a 10x magnification lens. Carat weight measures a diamond’s weight, not size. The weight of a diamond is expressed in ‘points’ up to 99 points – for example, 25 points refers to a 0.25 weight – with 100 points equal to 1 carat. Many people mistakenly believe that a larger carat weight is preferable to a smaller carat weight however carat weight does not affect sparkle. For example, a well-cut .98 carat diamond may appear larger and more sparkly than a poorly cut 1-carat weight diamond with great colour and clarity. Remember this is a guide only – the best way to select your perfect diamond is to consult with the skilled jewellers at Charles Rose. Their expert team are always available to help you learn more about the diamond 4Cs before choosing your ideal diamond cut, colour, clarity and carat, which the artisans lovingly handcraft into a show-stopping jewellery design.

A Cut Above

The specialist diamond house is dedicated to crafting fine jewellery.

Charles Rose’s Geelong store and engagement rings have one quality that distinguishes it from the rest – longevity. The company has been in Geelong for more than a decade – and will be for longer, says Director Marcus Rose. “It will never go because fine jewellers last a very long time.” Jewellery has been in Marcus’s family for four generations. His grandfather and great uncle, Charles Rose, started as jewellers and master watchmakers in France – near the German border – in the 1920s. They died during World War II, so his father Frederick, also a jeweller, migrated to Australia as a 26-year-old in 1948. Marcus developed a passion for his father’s business selling jewellery at Monash University in the early 1970s, with Marcus’ son Asher taking a more prominent role in the business in recent years. Now the specialist diamond house has a team of dedicated artisans producing work from the highest grade stones. “Higher than any other brand in Australia, I would say,” Marcus adds.

“The better grades are much brighter and that’s the most important aspect of diamonds.” The beautiful designs allow Charles Rose Geelong customers to customise the cut and size of the principle stones in their engagement rings and wedding bands.

Finely Crafted

Trust the team at Duffs for superbly crafted jewellery and attention to detail.

Since opening as a gift store in St Arnaud in 1927, the Duffs family business has grown to become Geelong’s trusted name in fine jewellery. Duffs Jewellers is large enough to provide incredible quality and range, yet small enough to offer a high level of personal attention and service. More than just a retailer, the team at Duffs source, design and create beautiful jewellery as well as providing a repair service. Jewellery styles are influenced by current trends and oval-cut diamonds are having their moment in the spotlight. Duffs Jewellers’ Ben Duff says customers are asking for oval-cut diamonds more than ever before – thanks partly to celebrities including Courtney Kardashian and Blake Lively rocking oval engagement rings in recent times. “It’s not just the celebrity factor though,” he explains. “Customers have realised that they can get more bang – or sparkle – for their buck with an oval diamond. “Ovals are less expensive per carat than a round diamond, yet the elongated shape means it will look larger on the finger. “Carat for carat, the oval-cut diamond will look larger than the round brilliant diamond. So you can put some cash in your pocket or buy a larger diamond!”

It is worth remembering that an engagement ring is meant to be for a lifetime and beyond. Rather than just following trends, a ring that reflects personality and individual style should be chosen. Duffs understands that every ring should reflect its owner. Your love story is individual and special and having your rings custom-made means that any changes can be accommodated. If you have a particular design in mind they will help bring your ideas to life. Also available is an easy-to-follow system called Duffs Selects which makes it easier to understand and choose the right quality of diamond to suit your style and budget. Duffs also offers the option of lab-grown diamonds – an alternative for anyone wanting a larger diamond at a more affordable price. They are still ‘real diamonds’ – the main difference being is they are created by humans in highlycontrolled laboratories rather than mined from the earth. Duffs’ advice to couples is do your research and speak with your jeweller about the choices on offer so you know what you are buying and get the best ring for your budget.

Worn by Icons

From Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly and Princess Diana to John Lennon and The Rolling Stones – Goldsmith was iconic in its appeal. Add a hint of Hollywood glamour – or a rock star vibe – to your wedding day with these cool sunglasses from Eye Gallery.

The 1960s-001 –Classic 60's Styling.

The 1930s Small Sunglasses. Koko – Designed in 1966. Big, Bold and Beautiful.

Manhattan WS – Designed in 1960. Worn by Audrey Hepburn. Koko – Designed in 1966. Big, Bold and Beautiful.

GOLDSMITH MEANS GLASSES During the mid-1950s, sunglasses gained high profile status and were worn by the most stylish men and women of the era. A selection of unusual designs started to appear – with Oliver Goldsmith at the forefront of this movement. Not only did these SunSpecs protect your eyes from the sun’s rays but they also created a fashion statement. Even dress designers such as Christian Dior and Givenchy approached Goldsmith to create designs that would complement their seasonal collections. By the mid-1960s, Charles’ two sons had joined him in the business and the brand continued its dalliance with the bold and adventurous, creating frames to match the desires of the 70s disco era. However by the 1980s, licensing and the early stages of fast fashion were introduced resulting in a short hiatus for the brand.

Yatton –Designed in 1964. Iconic OG Style.

Fuz – Designed in 1966. Worn by Audrey Hepburn. Manhattan – Designed in 1960. Worn by Audrey Hepburn. Kari – Designed in 1973.

STANDING THE TEST OF TIME Oliver Goldsmith designs aren’t a luxury or a trend, they represent a moment in fashion history. Designs that deliver beyond the constraints of fast fashion, they have style longevity and autonomy and Claire Goldsmith’s ambition is to create products that continue to stand the test of time.

THE LEGACY CONTINUES In 2015 it was now Claire Goldsmith’s – Philip’s great-granddaughter and the fourth generation Goldsmith – turn at the helm. Passionate about maintaining the legacy of her forefathers – her promise is to ensure that the collections continue to deliver the vestige of the Goldsmith name. Archival designs are brought back to life alongside new and unique styles, but each frame carries the significance of an unparalleled design heritage.

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