Women Choose Technology Over Jewelry October 11, 2007
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New study: three of four women would prefer a new plasma television to a diamond necklace. Women were found on average to own 6.6 technology devices while men own 6.9, and four out of every five women felt comfortable using technology, with 46 percent doing their own computer trouble-shooting.
Some Psychiatrists See ‘Shopaholic’ As a Diagnosis October 11, 2007
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Lucille Schenk bought $20,000 worth of jewelry a year ago, plunging herself into debt and despair. She knew something was wrong but couldn’t help herself: For hours each day, she watched a jewelry channel and the Home Shopping Network, until the salespeople felt like family.
Coupon Codes for clothes and jewelry October 11, 2007
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Not a tech deal as much as an online retailer…but they’re running some deals on high end clothes and jewelry, and have coupon codes up for their grand opening. Nice gear if you’re into the trendy stuff.
10% off all clothing and accessories – coupon code: STCC01
15% off all Jewelry – coupon code: STCJ01
Suprise! Couple steals from Mob, gets whacked October 11, 2007
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The couple liked to rob Mafia-run social clubs in Little Italy and elsewhere around the city, which, as just about everyone knows, is a really good way to get killed. They even had the audacity to force mobsters to drop their pants as they swiped their cash and jewelry and cleaned out their card games.
Scarsdale teen inventor starts jewelry business October 11, 2007
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The 18-year-old, Scarsdale High School senior sells his rings through a dozen boutiques, including on the Web, at a couple of local stores and in New York City, including at the well-known tourist hot spot Serendipity 3 and the Madison Avenue boutique Blue Tree, which is owned by actress Phoebe Cates Kline.
Cool eco-design from Colombia October 11, 2007
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See Cyclus’ chairs from recovered materials from the public transport system and their shoes and accessories from recovered tires. Plus, check Nixa Sierra’s nice jewelry from repurposed materials.
Ethical Jewelry, Not Blood Diamonds October 11, 2007
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After David Rhode struggled to find his fianc
ée an ethical engagement ring, he not only proposed to her, but also to Tim Ingle to set up a luxury ethical jewellery company. They are tackling the three main problems in the jewelry industry: human exploitation, conflict (or blood) diamonds and environmental damage.
LAX Airport Screeners Suspected of Stealing From Celebrities October 11, 2007
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A group of screeners at Los Angeles International Airport are suspected of stealing personal items from celebrities and other travelers. The alleged victims include hotel heiress Paris Hilton and singer Keyshia Cole, said Nick Velasquez, a spokesman for the attorney’s office. Pilfered items include cartons of cigarettes, watches and jewelry…
The Billionaire Stamp Collector October 11, 2007
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“The flood of money going into collectibles — art, wine, jewelry — is now pouring into the market for postage stamps. News that William Gross, the billionaire bond trader at Pimco, is selling off part of his stamp collection for millions of dollars is sure to touch off a frenzy in the philatelic community.”
Blue Nile senior vice president exercises options October 11, 2007
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A senior vice president of online diamond and jewelry retailer Blue Nile Inc. exercised options for 3,000 shares of common stock, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing.
