Style & Beauty
Giving the Gift of by Allie Mariano
WITH THE GIFT-GIVING SEASON IN FULL SWING, MANY PEOPLE WILL BE ON THE PROWL FOR THE PERFECT GIFT. JEWELRY IS A POPULAR OPTION FOR SIGNIFICANT OTHERS, BUT GOOD JEWELRY IS AN INVESTMENT, SO IT’S IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER ALL ASPECTS OF YOUR PURCHASE.
Longtime area jeweler Jim Price, owner of Jim Price Jewelers, has helped select the perfect gift for many customers over the course of his 42 years in business. He says there are several things you should take into account before purchasing jewelry as a gift. “Even before you begin shopping, look at what they wear day to day,” Price says. “Ask yourself if they like big jewelry, if they wear rings, if they are partial to yellow or white gold.” Price takes notice of what his
customers are wearing to help them find something they will love. Another thing to consider is your price range. According to Price, many people come into the store not knowing what they want to spend. “They think they’ll go with whatever strikes their fancy, but it’s our responsibility to find something affordable that is similar.” Sometimes customers are looking for an upgrade. “Either way, a good jeweler will be able to help someone find the perfect piece based on what they have been looking at.” Finally, Price adds that the main thing to consider when giving jewelry as a gift is to look for something unique. “You want to give them that precious item they can’t find anywhere else. This truly shows the amount of thought and effort behind the gift.” For more information, contact Jim Price Jewelers at (337) 478-3953 or visit www.jimpricejewelers.com.
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Thrive Magazine for Better Living
December 2013