Obsessed with Oval Gemstones!

Large oval diamond ring displayed on a plant leaf

Oh the beauty of oval gemstones! There is something about the simple elegance of the oval shape that we just fall in love with! It has a stunning beauty but also a sense of grounding. Let’s explore the most popular oval cut gemstones, how they are styled, and much more!    The Oval Gemstone Cut […]

Wedding Anniversary Gemstones By Year: Celebrating Love’s Milestones

Opal gemstone jewelry on a table surrounded by roses

Wedding anniversaries are special occasions that mark the milestones of love and commitment between partners. A beautiful meaningful way to commemorate these moments is through fine jewelry. Each wedding anniversary is associated with a specific gemstone much like birthstones for birth months, and symbolizes the journey and unique characteristics of each year of marriage. Isbell […]

Eternal Love: Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst, and Pearl Jewelry for Valentine’s Day

Close up of a diamond and ruby gemstone ring for Valentine's Day

As Valentine’s Day approaches, the air is filled with love and anticipation. It’s the perfect time to express your deepest feelings and create lasting memories with the timeless gift of fine jewelry.. While there is no wrong choice when gifting fine jewelry to your loved ones, today we are sharing inspiration from the world of […]

A White Christmas with Snowy White Gemstones!

A ring featuring opals and diamonds showing snowy white gemstone styles

Although we don’t see snow too often in Alabama there is something about the white enchanting snowy days of Christmas! Bring the shimmer and shine of a white Christmas by styling your jewelry with sparkling white gemstones! Today we are sharing our favorite snowy white gemstones and the best ways to style them this winter […]

Pumpkin Spice: Warm and Radiant Fall Gemstones!

orange purple and brown fall gemstones scattered on a white background

The autumn season is in full swing in Alabama and pumpkin spice is everywhere! The leaves are turning and beautiful pumpkins and gourds line porches. As you begin to pull out those cozy fall sweaters, be sure to include some dazzling fall gemstones in your jewelry collection. Here are our favorite autumn-hued gemstones and some […]

Fabulous Canary Yellow Diamonds!

A canary yellow diamond ring on a white background

Canary yellow diamonds, also known simply as “yellow diamonds,” are a type of colored diamond with a distinctive bright yellow hue. They range in color from a light cape yellow to a rich sunny yellow. There are no official defining characteristics that separate a “canary diamond” from a “yellow diamond.” Both terms can be used […]

The Beauty of Colored Gemstones: Beyond Diamonds

Colored gemstones arranged on a white table

Mother Nature has gifted us with over 300 colored gemstones. It is amazing that a combination of heat, pressure, time, and specific minerals yield such bright, beautiful, and sparkling colors. Today we are highlighting the beauty of colored gemstones, their best cuts, and jewelry styles! Colored gemstones are known as “varieties” in the gemological world. […]

Isbell’s Favorite Sapphire Jewelry

A blue sapphire ring

Stunning blue sapphires are the birthstone for September and also the 5th and 75th-anniversary gemstones. These dazzling gemstones can be worn any time of year and are favorites here at Isbell Jewelers! Today’s blog is highlighting our favorite sapphire jewelry and the best ways to wear it!  Blue Sapphire Jewelry and Choice of Metal The […]

The Best Ways to Wear Emerald Jewelry

emerald jewelry laid over a maroon cloth

Emeralds are jaw-dropping with their luscious green tones and the beautiful springtime new growth draws us to add them to our outfits. What are the best ways to wear emerald jewelry? Today’s blog post will empower you to add emerald jewelry to any outfit from a casual day out to a formal evening event.  Emerald […]

Looking Ahead: Spring 2022 Jewelry Trends

pink orchid flower next to strings of pearls as part of 2022 spring jewelry trends

According to Vogue, most of the jewelry trends we’ve seen so far in 2022 have been playful and personalized in response to a world that can feel too serious or cold at times. We’ll see that same playful feeling continue through a number of different Spring 2022 jewelry trends.    Colorful Gemstones   Show your […]