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If women have anyone to thank for a modern fashion philosophy, it is Coco Chanel. With bon mots like "Fashion changes, but style endures" and "In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different" Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel (1883-1971) brought simplicity and comfort to everyday fashionable wear. She was known to make clothes out of breathable and flexible fabrics like jersey, that were cut in straight but versatile lines, worn without corsets, that allowed the new woman of the 1920s to be more athletic and utilitarian.

Since the fashions of Cleopatra, pearls have always been a status symbol. Today, they are considered a more affordable option for high-end accessories, but, back then, pearls carried more wealth than gold. So much, that the Queen of the Nile supposedly crushed a pearl into a glass of wine to prove to Marc Antony that not only could she sponsor the most expensive dinner party in all of the Empire, but also consume a nation's wealth.

Just like a woman's wardrobe should feature certain classic articles of clothing like a little black dress, her jewelry box should contain the basic foundations for accessorizing. However, with so much to choose from in the market, knowing what are the must-haves versus the most-trendy can be tricky. Noe's Jewelry is here to help. Below are 5 jewelry essentials that will guarantee a stocked box with all the right pieces for every occasion.

If you've been planning a wedding, you have probably heard the old adage: "Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a silver sixpence in her shoe." Since the saying's origins in the 1500s, it has always been thought that these elements have to be present on the bride's person to ensure a blessed and happy marriage.

Weddings today aren't only about the joining of two hearts in a lifelong partnership, but also about the merging of tradition with modern life. The latest trend of pairing pearls and sparkling crystals in a bride's outfit is an aesthetic celebration of this merging

Do you think Tiger's Eye and Cat's Eye stones are the same thing? While both have quite a bit in common, they are each distinctive and distinguished gems in their own right. Below is a low-down of the two stones similarities and differences, and as soon as you see their facts side-by-side you will never confuse them again.

Since re-appearing on designer runways in 2011, the cuff bracelet remains one of the hottest and most powerful statement pieces among accessories. Of course, it never technically went out of style and is perhaps one of the oldest forms of adornment known to man. In Mayan cultures, the cuff bracelet served a social status function in that jewelry was only worn by royalty and its designs connoted class and family rank. In other instances of history, the cuff bracelet was mostly for adornment, but also had practical uses as armor as seen among Ancient Greece and Roman soldiers. Perhaps their aesthetics were most realized in Asia, where elaborately etched and sculpted jade and gold cuffs depicting natural scenes have been dated back as far as 2000 BC.

If diamonds are a girl's best friend, then wrist watches are a guy's best bro. Due to the prevalence of phones and tablets, as well as digital clocks on almost every surface one can stare at, it would seem like timepieces would fade into fashion history. However, the axiom that a serious gentleman should own two things—a fine suit and a good watch—is still very much alive in business as well as social standing.

Spring is here and it is time to add color back into our lives, and what a better place to start than by adding an agate necklace or drop earrings into our jewelry rotation. While diamonds, sapphires, and pearls will always be striking, there is something to be said for gemstones full of unique texture and Easter egg hues, and this chalcedony quartz fits that description to a "t."

Are you looking to become engaged, but are worried that a June wedding may be too soon? Have no fear, September isn't as near. Always the fall foil to the traditional summer month, September is quickly becoming more, if not, the most popular time for weddings. Below are a few things that make a September wedding unique.

Estate and Vintage jewelry are the most coveted accessories to own right now. Thanks to the interest in PBS's Edwardian television drama Downton Abbey, Baz Lurhman's Jazz Age adaptation of The Great Gatsby, and even the mainstreaming interests in retro-aesthetics like Steampunk and Neo-Victorianism, famous jewelers like Tiffany & Co., fashion houses like Louis Vuitton, and fashion chains like Anthropologie and Forever 21 are producing special lines featuring reproduction as well as reimagined vintage pieces from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

One of the most difficult things about gift-giving jewelry on Valentine's Day is not giving her the same old thing. Almost all jewelry stores carry roughly the same streamlined designs: diamond solitaires, the chain-link charm bracelets, and heart-shaped pendant necklaces.

When it comes to Valentine's Day gifts, we think of chocolate, flowers, and jewelry. We also think of messages and what sentiments our gifts may convey.

We place so much importance on a bride's engagement and wedding ring, but a groom's wedding band is equally significant. It is a symbol of your commitment that your husband will wear for a lifetime, so it's very important to find a wedding band that is stylish, comfortable, and unique. Choosing the right one can be a challenge. There are many places to shop for men's wedding bands in Kansas City, but at Noe's Jewelry stands above the rest with its commitment to quality and customer service. 

A gorgeous piece of fine jewelry can transform an outfit from simple to glamorous. Well-made, unique jewelry is the ultimate fashion essential. Unlike clothing, jewelry is built to last forever—and it never stops fitting well or looking great! Invest in some quality pieces that you love, and you'll never leave the house looking dull or drab. Noe's Jewelry in Kansas City has an excellent selection of special-occasion and everyday jewelry so you can accessorize in style.

Noe's Jewelry is a proud member of RJO, a group of over 800 jewelry stores in America whose huge buying power is reflected in our every day low prices. We are also members of Jewelers of America (JA), which is a national organization of retail jewelers, whose purpose is to educate retailers and consumers alike. We are also a member of the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, and the Missouri Jewelers and Watchmakers Association.

Shopping for an engagement ring is a rite of passage. Since it's not something you do every day, it's easy to get bogged down in details and confused by all of the jargon. Really, there are just four things to remember when you're in the market for an engagement ring. It's that simple!