What are Cubic Zirconia Rings AKA CZ Rings

Cubic Zirconia (CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide. CZ is tough, flawless and usually colorless, but may be made in a variety of different colors. Due to its low cost, similarity to diamonds and durability, it is one of the best substitues for diamonds.

Cubic Zirconia Rings look pretty identical to Diamond rings and it is believed that only Jewelers can tell them apart.  They’re both crystals, and it’s their crystal structure that bends light (refraction). However, Cubic Zirconia Rings are said to have more “fire” as they show more dazzling colors.

One thing to keep in mind though, is that like genuine diamond, CZ is available in both higher and lower grades, ranging from several tens of dollars per carat to $100 per carat for the higher grades. The highest grades of Cubic Zirconia is AAAAA (Five A’s). Also remember that synthetic stones such as Cubic Zirconia are always heavier in carat weight than genuine diamonds, as the material they are made of is more dense.

Apart from wedding rings, Cubic zirconia is also becoming more popular as a substitute for genuine diamond in stud earrings, the diamond solitaire and the tennis bracelets.

With the variety of Cubic Zirconia Rings available online, it is not going to be easy to recommend the best place to buy them. It will be dependant on the buyer’s budget, style and choice. We recommend you Google it and spend as much time as you can in browsing the prices and designs available.

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Bridal Party Gift Ideas

Know your audience. This is sage advice in most instances involving others, but especially when presenting a thank you gift to your bridal party.

Traditionally the Bride and Groom present those people that they have asked to stand with them on their wedding day with a token of thanks. This not only helps to acknowledge your bridal party, but can serve as a reminder of their part in your big day for years to come. Some ideas for traditional and non-traditional gifts are as follows:

Bridesmaids/Maid of Honor
Engraved Make Up Compact
Gift Certificate for a Spa Day
Jewelry
Stemware
Personalized Box of Treasures (could include favourite bottle of wine with glasses, favourite chick flick dvd, scented candles, chocolates - endless possibilities)

Groomsmen/Best Man
Engraved Beer Steins
Gift Certificate for Golfing
Tickets to Sporting Event
Personalized Box of Treasures (could include favourite alcohol, dvd offavourite action flick, set of shot glasses, golf tees and balls - endless possibilities)