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Ruby: Ultimate Symbol of Love
Ruby is the red variety of corundum, a mineral that occurs naturally in aluminum-rich rocks. The name "ruby" is derived from rubeus, the...

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Jul 1, 20222 min read
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Emerald: Story Behind The Stone of Love and Truth
Emerald is the birthstone of May and has traditionally been treated as one of the most treasured gemstones. Coincidentally, Emerald is...

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May 2, 20225 min read
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Aquamarine: A Calm, Brilliant and Spectacular Birthstone
Mermaids and sea! These two are the first things to come into my mind when I hear Aquamarine. A birthstone for people who were born in...

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Mar 1, 20223 min read
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Amethyst: The Most Versatile Colored Gemstone You Could Find
There’s a reason why Amethyst is one of the most popular crystals out there. A symbol of inner strength and personal empowerment, the...

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Feb 1, 20223 min read
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Happy Holidays From Our Family To Yours
We’re two years into the pandemic, but this is no reason to hold back on the holiday cheer. I personally love this time of the year...

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Dec 23, 20212 min read
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Celebrating Female Vietnamese Entrepreneurs: Cali Nguyen of Smitten Kiss
I have interviewed some powerful Vietnamese women that I’ve always admired. Let me tell you, we dove straight into the hard questions!

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Jun 2, 20216 min read
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Launching An Engagement Collection
I had been planning a bridal collection for ages. But, IO Collective evolved quicker than I expected.

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May 19, 20212 min read
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Celebrating Female Vietnamese Entrepreneurs: Sandy Ho
Once a month we will be featuring honest conversations with Vietnamese Female Entrepreneurs. This month we're showcasing Sandy Ho.

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Apr 7, 20213 min read
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The History of Diamonds
From the time they were discovered, diamonds have always been valued because of their strength and brilliance.

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Mar 24, 20212 min read
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How Rare are Colored Diamonds?
It’s common knowledge that white diamonds are amongst the world’s rarest stones, but not as many people are familiar with colored diamonds.

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Feb 24, 20213 min read
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What's In Store for 2021?
I was left with recovering from an emergency c-section along with a newborn baby! My husband helped as much as he could, but during COVID

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Nov 25, 20202 min read
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