Garnet: not just a red gemstone
When you think of garnet, chances are you picture a deep red gemstone. While this classic colour has made garnet a favourite for centuries, it only tells part of the story. In reality, garnet is...
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LGBTQ+ Engagement & Wedding Rings: Celebrating Love Stories and Personal Style
An engagement ring is more than a piece of jewellery - it is a symbol of commitment, individuality and the beginning of a shared journey. While traditions around weddings and engagements have evolved over time,...
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What Jewellery Are World Cup Footballers Wearing in 2026?
Jewellery •As the FIFA World Cup 2026 captures the attention of football fans around the globe, the tournament is also providing a glimpse into the latest men's jewellery trends. Today's footballers are style icons as much...
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Love Island Engagement Rings We Can't Stop Thinking About
Love Island may be known for romance, drama, and unforgettable moments, but several couples have also delivered some seriously impressive engagement rings. From destination proposals to dazzling diamond designs, these are some of our favourite...
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Romantic Proposal Ideas And Destinations
Engagement Ring Guides •Planning a proposal can feel like a lot of pressure. Some people dream of a grand gesture abroad, others want something quiet and intimate that feels completely personal to their relationship. The good news is...
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Met Gala 2026: How Jewellery Embodied the “Costume Art” Theme
Jewellery •At the 2026 Met Gala, jewellery became far more than an accessory. This year’s theme, “Costume Art,” explored fashion as an embodied art form, bridging couture and fine art - and many of the evening’s...
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Birthstone Jewellery Gift Guide: A Gift for Every Month
Jewellery •A birthstone is more than a gift: it’s a personal detail, chosen with meaning. From timeless diamonds to rich emeralds, discover a piece for every month of the year. January Birthstone: Garnet About January birthdaysConfident...
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A Century of Engagement Rings
Engagement Ring Guides •Engagement rings capture the style of a generation. Thus, over the last century, engagement ring styles have shifted with culture. Certain details rise, others fall away, but each decade leaves a clear imprint. This is...
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Tourmaline: The Gemstone of Many Colours
Few gemstones display as much variety as tourmaline. Celebrated for its remarkable range of colours, this fascinating stone has captivated jewellers and collectors for centuries. From delicate pastel tones to intensely vivid hues, tourmaline offers...
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Standout gemstones at the Academy Awards
Jewellery •The red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards marked the grand finale of this year’s awards season, bringing some of the most extraordinary jewellery moments with it. From vibrant coloured gemstones to statement diamonds, here...
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Best Jewellery Moments at the Brit Awards 2026
Jewellery •The Brit Awards red carpet is always a showcase for bold style, but in 2026 the jewellery moments felt especially directional. From heavy yellow gold chains to high-impact diamond pieces, this year’s looks revealed clear...
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The 2026 Engagement Ring Trends Clients Are Actually Choosing
Engagement Ring Guides •Trends rarely begin online. They begin quietly - across the consultation table, in conversations about proportion, practicality and personal taste. At Holts Gems, the engagement rings clients are choosing in 2026 reflect a shift towards...
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