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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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!

Launching An Engagement Collection

I had been planning a bridal collection for ages. But, IO Collective evolved quicker than I expected.

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.

The History of Diamonds

From the time they were discovered, diamonds have always been valued because of their strength and brilliance.

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.

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