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6 Essential Pieces of Jewelry Every Woman Should Own

Jewelry is an easy way to add a little something special to any outfit. When it comes to building a collection of jewelry, there are a few essential items that every woman should have, because they are versatile and timeless. 

How to Pair Mix and Match Rings

One of the most popular ring trends of the last few years is mix and match rings. Mix and match rings are a unique way to wear numerous pieces at a time and show off some serious bling.

Top 6 Jewelry Trends for 2018

While there are many kinds of jewelry that are timeless, each year, there are new trends in jewelry design, and 2018 is no different.

A Brief History of Heart-Shaped Jewelry

Heart-shaped jewelry should be in every woman’s collection. These symbolic pieces of jewelry are commonly purchased around Valentine’s Day, where the heart has become a part of the holiday.

Advice for Selecting a Great Piece of Valentine’s Day Jewelry

Chocolate, flowers, and jewelry are some of the most common gifts given each Valentine’s Day, and jewelry tends to be the biggest seller for this romantic holiday.

Why Jewelry is a Great Christmas Gift Idea for the Whole Family

Instead of creating a fuss over Christmas gifts, get everyone in your family a gift that will last a lifetime: jewelry.

What is an Opal and How Does It Get It’s Unique Coloring?

Opals are some of the most unique gemstones in the world, but how are they created and why do they look different than other gemstones?

Le Vian’s New Collection Flashes a Lot of Color

With a variety of bright, bold, and beautiful gemstones, Le Vian has some of the most stunning jewelry on the market right now. Noe’s Jewelry in Raymore, Missouri, is proud to carry Le Vian’s brilliant line of jewelry.

Finding Jewelry That Complements Your Skin Tone

Understanding your skin tone can help you better understand the metal and gemstone colors that will look best on you.

Why Should You Choose a Diamond Engagement Ring?

One of the biggest trends in jewelry right now is gemstone engagement rings, but classic engagement rings will forever be the favorite among many women.

The History of Pearls as Jewelry

We all know that pearls create breathtaking jewelry, but how did pearls become a jewelry staple? While pearls are now touted for their classic beauty, they weren’t always classics.

What is a GIA-Certified Diamond and Why You Need to Know

You may have noticed that some diamonds and diamond jewelry are sold as "certified" and others are "non-certified," but what does that mean?

How Do You Care for Estate Jewelry?

Noe’s Jewelry has a few simple rules for taking the best care of estate jewelry. If you do notice any damage to your estate jewelry, be sure to stop by Noe’s so we can try to help.

Autumn Weddings in Kansas City are Cool and Colorful

It used to be that June was "the" month for weddings. There was even a movie about it: June Bride (1948) starring Bette Davis. It's easy to see why—those warm, fresh summer breezes rustle the green leaves of outdoor locations by day, and those long nights are perfect for outdoor dancing. But more and more, autumn weddings are becoming increasingly popular.

Wedding Anniversary Gift Traditions and Their Modern Equivalents

Anniversaries are significant—they memorialize something significant, something personal, something we enjoy remembering each and every year. That's why people love to celebrate anniversaries! Marking a special day with a celebration or a token of affection is a wonderful and common way to commemorate the most important events in our lives.

Why Are Sapphire Engagement Rings So Beautiful and Popular Today?

In October of 2010, Prince William presented Kate Middleton with the engagement ring that had once belonged to his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales. Princess Diana's engagement ring was the subject of a lot of attention after she picked it out herself in 1981. Diana had stated her preference for a sapphire before looking for a ring, and the one she selected was a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire surrounded by 14 solitaire diamonds, all set into white gold.

Jewelry Cleaning Hacks You Shouldn't Try at Home

The Internet is a vast and astonishing resource of information that exists right at our fingertips. No longer is making the perfect brioche or using mosaic to cover a tabletop some sort of mysterious art form. Plenty of "Do It Yourself" guides exist for just about everything you might want to learn how to do! 

What are the Most Expensive Engagement Rings in History?

Is there any moment more iconic than the one where a woman shows off her new engagement ring to her friends and family? The shared "squee" over a shiny new engagement ring is just as big a part of modern marriage culture as the cake, the dress, and the family dancing to "Love Shack" during the reception. That's why engagement rings, be they vintage, estate, or new, are universally shiny, bright, and eye-catching!

Jewelry Fads of the Sixties and Seventies

The 1960s and 70s were two decades with their own very distinct fashion. Both decades shared a love of bright colors, bell-bottoms, and wild patterns, but the 1960s were all about the flowing lines, whereas the 1970s were dedicated to geometric patterns. And just like the music and the movies, the jewelry trends of those decades are also iconic! 

Gems and Jewelry of Fantasy and Fiction We Wish Were Real!

Jewelry is so iconic, so eye-catching, so integral to the human experience that of course it shows up in our television shows, novels, and, of course, films. There is an amazing number of iconic pieces of jewelry from movies that just about everyone would recognize by sight, some because they're exquisitely lovely and others because they have a sense of mystery about them or some sort of fictional power. Read on and find out some of the Noe's staff's favorites!

Father's Day Shopping: What to Buy Instead of the Tie

It can feel challenging to find great gifts for Father's Day, especially when your dad has enough neckties and already drinks his coffee out of that "World's Greatest Dad" mug. It's always tough to buy clothes, and last year you got him a new set of grilling tools. A nice bottle of wine or beer won't last for long, and technology is the same way. So, what on earth can you get your father that will be a daily reminder of how much you care for him?