Niessing: Reaching the Pinnacle of Minimalist Elegance at I. Gorman Jewelers

   
Marriage is a sacred bond and every person has a different ideal when choosing the ring that will represent their commitment of love. But unless a person has pictured in their minds-eye that exact style that they just can't live without, they can expect to weather a barrage of choices when it comes to choosing the perfect ring--and don't be surprised to find out that men might be just as picky the ladies, although possibly for a different set of reasons!

Whether you and your spouse have already run the gauntlet of options, or are just walking in the door, there is one line of designer bridal jewelry that the friendly staff of I. Gorman Jewelers might be wise to point you towards right off the bat...A leader in modern design for over 130 years, Niessing has long earned the utmost respect from loving couples, purveyors of fine art and jewelry designers alike. Famous for reducing a design down to its most basic elements, Niessing never fails to create some of the world's most elegantly minimalistic modern bridal jewelry.

While responsible for scores or highly innovative ring designs and patented fabrication techniques, Niessing is possibly most famous for inventing the "tension setting" technique--an ingenious process that allows a diamond to remain secure in its setting with only two points of contact, providing a stunningly unimpeded view of the stone.

The Victory engagement ring is one of Niessing's most spectacular tension set designs and represents everything that the brand has striven for in its ideals of graceful form and minimalism. Shown above in platinum, the Victory ring is also available at I. Gorman's in 18kt gold and a variety of widths to accommodate different size diamonds.

Did I mention that Niessing has been creating jewelry for over 130 years? So don't be surprised to find an exceptional variety of styles in their collection. The Plissee wedding/fashion ring offers the incredible impression of a metal band that has crumpled upon itself as if compressed by a vice. As unrefined as that may sound, the result is striking--a truly unique design that looks even more beautiful in person and will insure that you have admirers doing a double-take everywhere you go!

Sarah Graham: Harnessing the Beauty of Black at I. Gorman Jewelers

             
Bridal jewelry is arguably the single largest sector of the jewelry industry and for good reason. Even in the toughest economic times, young couples around the country are tying the knot and wish to express their undying love with a beautiful wedding or engagement ring. However, not all couples have the same tastes or budget. That is why I. Gorman's strives to provide its loyal customers with Washington DC's most diverse selection of bridal jewelry styles, handmade by the most talented an innovative designers.

There are so many great styles of bridal jewelry to choose from. You may prefer to stick with conventional gold or platinum or choose rings made out of numerous alternatives, including silver, titanium, tungsten carbide, ceramic or even wood. Each has it's own unique look and qualities, but one metal that few designers have been creative enough to work with happens to be one of my personal favorites, blackened steel! If you asked me what artist is creating the most beautiful blackened steel jewelry, I would answer you in a second...Sarah Graham!

Sarah's jewelry pushes the boundaries of convention by drawing on the arresting contrasts, inherent in the juxtaposition of 18 karat gold and blackened steel and accentuated by black, white and cognac color diamonds. It carries strong tones of thoughtfulness, attention to detail, quality and timelessness, all carried by an underlying theme of nature. Her signature combination of black, white, and gold colors immediately identifies the artist. Celebrities such as Sharon Stone and Kim Basinger own her jewelry.

I. Gorman Jewelers is happy to offer you a wide selection of Sarah Graham's gold and blackened steel wedding and engagement rings, such as pictured above, as well as an exciting collection of her stylish fashion jewelry.