As a woman, dressing for an interview can be nerve-wracking. Your appearance is the first – and one of the most important – impressions you will give to potential new employers. How formal do you get? How casual? Do you want to be conservative or creative? How do you distinguish yourself from other candidates? While most of your competition will be wearing a business suit of similar type and color, you can create your own impression by paying attention to hair, makeup and jewelry.…
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Pearls are beautiful, feminine, demure, and classic. If you know what to look for and how to shop for antique jewelry at an estate sale, you can find real pearls for yourself or to resell. But what do real pearls look like? The following is a guide to help you find and purchase real pearl jewelry.
Uncultured vs. cultured vs. imitation
First of all, let’s talk about the different categories of pearls.…
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The average pawn shop is nothing like the Hollywood stereotype. These are not shady places where illegal transactions are taking place. Most are reputable businesses owned by serious entrepreneurs that are the perfect place to find a great deal. One of the best items to purchase in pawn shops is jewelry because it is a commonly pawned item so the selection is always changing. There are many other reasons to consider purchasing jewelry from a pawn shop; here are just a few.…
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