The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

The animal-themed trend hit the fashion scene mid-spring of 2013, but it is still thriving and evolving into the fall. There is a wide range of options for fashionistas to choose from, varying from the delicate to the ornate. Animals...

Summer is a season for bold moves. If you’re looking for proof, then look no further than the natural world. During the summer months, the sun shines brighter than ever before and the days are endless. Flowers look especially gorgeous...

Summer is the perfect time for travel. As the nights become longer and the days are peppered with tropical breezes, it’s the ideal time to pack up and escape from the daily grind. Whether it’s just for a weekend or...

Summer is the season of the sun. The days are long, luxurious, and warm. Heavy clothes are abandoned in favor of light dresses, tiny swimsuits and thin poolside cover-ups. Although it may seem like jewelry has no place in the...

Summer trends abound when it comes to designer jewelry. There are certain seasonal go-to styles to keep in mind when the sun shines and temperatures rise. Along with the vibrant tones of colored gemstone jewelry, there are custom jewelry styles...

Jewelry Trends for Summer 2014 With each new season there are new trends. This summer, the trends follow the weather’s lead. The sun is shining, the beaches are full and the days feel lazy and long, and the jewelry is...

This year, summer is all about fun. From days by the pool to extended travel, there seems to be an endless supply of enjoyable summertime activities ahead. Luckily, the warm weather theme of play is visible in accessories as well....

Summer is the time for casual living, and your accessories should follow suit. The days are long, the sun is shining, and shorts have once again become a wardrobe staple. But what about jewelry? When it comes to wearing simple...

The sun is high, the weather is fine, and summer is here. Along with the warm weather comes summer fashion trends like shorts, sundresses, and bright colors. Often these bright colors are reserved for breezy outfits, but colored gemstones are...

Vampires, shifters, and fairies, oh my! True Blood is packed with more supernatural creatures than anyone could dream of, each bringing their own taste in designer jewelry to the viewing audience. The easiest (and safest!) way to emulate these fantastic...

Spring is for weddings. Flowers are in bloom and love seems to be in the air. The weather is no longer cold, but is not too cool either.  As the air becomes warmer and the sun stays out longer, weddings...

In the past, men who planned on getting engaged discreetly shopped for and purchased the engagement ring for his soon-to-be bride. This can be a fairly complicated endeavor of secret shopping, trying to determine her finger size, and guessing what...