Gemstones with Intention and Connection: A Sparkling Tasting
GEMS THAT WILL AMPLIFY YOUR PERSONAL BRAND AND VALUES
This private Sparkling Tasting experience for women leaders in travel will explored how gemstones can empower your personal style to be seen and remembered for the extraordinary woman you are!
During this joyful, engaging gathering, responsibly sourced gems were passed around the room as guests discovered the elemental qualities of gemstones - and their connection with celebrating and supporting women!
3 GEMSTONE PAIRINGS WITH INTENTION
2 orange hues to symbolize strength and success
2 purple hues to symbolize wisdom
2 ruby hues to symbolize confidence and courage
Guests engaged in a lively game of “guess the gems”, leading to the reveal of their identities.
Best of all, many of these gemstones are mined or cut by women by way of ANZA and Moyo Gems!
GUESS WHO IS WHO!
ORANGE HUES
STRENGTH + SUCCESS
TOURMALINE + GARNET
PURPLE HUES
WISDOM
SAPPHIRE + GARNET
RUBY HUES
CONFIDENCE + COURAGE
GARNET + RUBY
JEWELRY CAN BE AN AUTHENTIC INVITATION TO CONNECT
There are several facets to dressing with intention, such as the style of your clothes and the cut of your hair. When you consistently wear jewelry that is unique to you, it can spark genuine conversation and enable you to authentically connect with people on a human level. This can be a treasured family heirloom, a ring that reminds you of your power, or a pendant that honors your life journey.
My friend Naana Badu, a stylist, speaker, and coach specializes in helping accomplished women dress with intention! Discover Naana’s 3 Style Tips!
Below is a curation of jewelry, thoughtfully designed by women, that will help you be seen and taken seriously!
SHOP CONVERSATION STARTING JEWELRY
THE JEWELRY YOU CHOOSE CAN SUPPORT CLIMATE ACTION AND UNSDGs
Just as we know where our food is from and who made our clothes, why not jewelry?
Responsible sourcing is a holistic goal that goes beyond being ethical. In addition to being conflict-free and traceable, it respects people and their skills and protects the environment, be it land or sea.
When you choose responsibly sourced gemstones mined by women, you are not only supporting gender equality (SDG 5), but several other SDGs that empower sustainable local economies!
Create a SIGNATURE PENDANT that honors your personal journey
TESTIMONIAL
“I recently had the privilege of attending a Sparkling Tasting provided by Melissa from All The Brilliants. We hosted this experience as part of our Accelerate Women Leaders in Travel leadership retreat in April 2024. The experience was a perfect complement to our program. We learned many details about gemstones, where they come from and the women that mined them. The tasting experience was a wonderful way for our participants to connect with one another in a different and empowering way in addition to our leadership content. Melissa is passionate, intentional and very knowledgeable and left us with much to think about regarding gem knowledge, but also the stories and significance of the jewelry we wear.”
- Rachel Vandenberg, Executive Director of Accelerate
FREQUENTLY ASKED JEWELRY Q&As
WHAT GEMSTONE IS A GOOD INVESTMENT?
The one that is uniquely beautiful to you!
Similar to collecting art or cars, invest in what you love while understanding what aligns with your reasonable expectations of a “return on investment”.
Watching high-profile jewelry sales at auction houses will offer an understanding of the market for particular gemstones at the collector level.
Rarity is one of the greatest factors that affect value. Being aware of gemstones that are no longer being mined (or soon to be no longer mined) could be one strategy such as Argyle Pink Diamonds or Tanzanite.
Spinel can be a beautiful investment because availability can be limited and unreliable. Demand definitely exceeds availability, especially for red and cobalt blue.
Rare garnets can also be alluring investments, such as mandarine (orange) and tsavorite (green). The rarest and most prized is the demantoid garnet for its exceptional fire and brilliance that rivals diamonds.
ARE GEMSTONES STILL BEING FORMED TODAY?
This is such a good question and a complex one to answer.
What I can say is the earth is ever-changing and different gemstone species require different environmental conditions to form.
A current geological study suggests the oldest gemstone material known is Greenland Ruby, forming 3 billion years ago.
GIA Graduate Gemologist® Adrianne Sanogo shared an enlightening article on the ages of diamonds.
The conclusion appears to be that gemstones are eternally being formed, although what is being formed today will not materialize for millions or billions of years.
WHAT IS THE BEST JEWELRY CLEANING SOLUTION?
You already have it at home!
The best cleaning solution is mild dish soap (not detergent) and water with a soft toothbrush or a soft cloth.
Personally, I do not recommend ultrasonic cleaners. They can crack opals, shatter pearls, or damage gemstones that are treated. While it may be safe to clean hard gemstones, such as diamond engagement rings, it can result in loosening prongs over time.
Keep in mind, different gemstones require different wear and care considerations. Among these are soft or brittle gemstones such as emerald, pearl, opal, turquoise, and Tanzanite.
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THE BRILLIANT CONCIERGE: JEWELRY THAT SHE WILL BE LOVE AND WEAR
Whether you are the CEO of your household, an industry changemaker, or a keynote speaker, I can help you acquire fine jewelry for yourself or a gift for someone you love!
This personalized service includes private shopping for:
rings and engagement rings
necklaces
bracelets
earrings
responsibly sourced gemstones
Discover how I guided a customer in finding a birthday gift for his partner and what it’s like working with the Brilliant Concierge service.