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Peek into the Future: Engagement Ring Trends of 2016

If you could peek into a crystal ball for next year’s fashion trends, what do you think you would see in the category of bridal jewelry? Wondering if the adored halo-style will still be relevant? What about those pear-shaped Diamonds? Well, our insightful fashionistas here at Tara Fine Jewelry Company are happy to give you…

James Bond’s Wristwatch: 007’s OMEGA Seamaster 300 “Spectre”

We all know James Bond to be a fictional character, whose cool exterior and physical prowess has intrigued the world since the 1950’s. While he is featured in some of the most action-packed films to date, it is his dapper style that has stuck with the American public the most. Hearing the name “James Bond,”…

William Henry’s Pre-historic Style in Today’s Modern World

For the William Henry designer brand, the term “timeless” is much more than an adjective that describes their style. “Timeless” to Matt Conable, founder and sole owner of William Henry, means going beyond the idea of classic design and venturing back to the Pre-Historic Era for inspiration. By integrating metals, gemstones, and fossil material into…

Turn Up the Heat with Your Hot Summer Essentials

Summer is the season of picnics in the park, outdoor weddings, and tropical vacations. Traveling from here to there, these wonderful summer months always seem to find us on the go. So what is there to wear? During a time where floral tops, linen pants, and wedge sandals are all we seem to know, we…

The Henri Daussi Designer Line: A Cut Above the Rest

The Henri Daussi designer brand has been in the jewelry business for over 60 years, making it a well-respected and much-adored jewelry brand. What is it that sets Henri Daussi apart from other luxury jewelry brands? Their diamonds! Yes, Henri Daussi offers the world remarkable diamonds that are cut and designed by years of family…

From Roll Tide to New Bride

      The University of Alabama has not only turned out 3 national championships in recent years, it is also the stomping grounds for its newest bride and groom, Memorie Bailey and Mark English. Enthusiastic Alabama fans and avid tailgaters, these former “Roll Tiders” met as students 3 years ago through mutual fraternity friends. As fate…

Catching Up With Roberto Coin

On Tara Fine Jewelry Company’s most recent buying trip, store owners Eddie Hazan and Buddy Anderson were thrilled to engage with world-renowned jewelry designer, Roberto Coin.  As one of Tara’s premier designers, it was a privilege for Eddie to spend a moment with this jewelry innovator to truly appreciate the genius behind the jewels. Crowned…

New Customer Finds Forevermark Diamond Ring and Wins a Montblanc Pen!

As your Mom always tried to tell you, it pays to listen, and for Reggie Stagmaier it paid off in a big way! Reggie has been a devotee of the WSB radio announcer Scott Slade for years, so when Scott Slade’s familiar voice generously endorsed Tara Fine Jewelry Company, Reggie was quick to listen. Looking…

Samantha Scores!

One of the greatest perks of working in the jewelry industry is that one never grows tired of looking at the wonderful sparkle of the beautiful diamonds and gemstones. No matter how much time is spent behind the showcases of jewels they still manage to captivate and entice. But even more so the most incredible…

She Said Yes Again!!!

Haven’t we all had times we wished for a second chance?  Maybe we’ve dreamed of a second-go-round to do something over and make it better?  Or perhaps we linger on that favorite memory wishing for the chance to relive it all over again.  Over thirty years have passed since Mike Mularkey first met Betsy at…

A Chance Encounter…

It was just an ordinary Saturday that turned extraordinary. Chris Larson was planning on staying in and taking it easy.  Only after some persuasion from his friends did he finally agree to go out and leave his homemade perfectly cooked pizza to see a band at a local bistro.  It’s a good thing he went—ordinary…

Quite the “EnGAGEment” Story

Cassidy Hoehn and Megan Albright met while she was working in the administrative department of a hospital in Athens, Georgia. Cassidy handled computer inventory systems and Megan was undergoing a dual M/A in hospital administration and business. They became friendly and one day Cassidy invited himself over to Megan’s to watch the Clemson vs. Duke basketball game…

Tilapia for Two

Two people who meet for dinner for the first time and order exactly the same entree must have a strong connection. That’s exactly what happened to Rachel Anderson and Miles Mason. They met on a blind date at Bahama Breeze and instantly felt a bond. They not only ordered exactly the same thing-Fresh sautéed Tilapia…

A Date Nite Twist!

It was Parents’ Weekend for Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Georgia, and the last thing MeriBeth wanted was a date set up by a well meaning friend. Her parents were in, she was busy as president of her sorority, and was not thrilled about taking a stranger on the event. Determined to make…

From Best Friends to Fiancés

Ashleigh Johnson and Brian Duke grew up together as best friends in Gainesville, Georgia. Brian was a year ahead of Ashleigh in high school and after his high school graduation, he found himself attending the University of Georgia while Ashleigh went on to attend Brenau Women’s College the following year. In 2004, Ashleigh graduated from…