I’ve loved amethysts and in particular amethyst rings, ever since I was a little girl and my grandmother brought me back an enormous multi-carat deep purple rock from her exoctic far eastern travels.

If you’re celebrating a birthday this month, or if you have a passion for the color blue, Delamina has a fabulous selection of December birthstone jewelry. The modern December birthstones include turquoise, blue topaz and tanzanite – fabulous stones, fabulous pieces, designed by some of the world’s most celebrated designers.

Cuff bracelets are a current trend, as well as a fashion staple, and a great way to make a bold statement with your wrists. And whether you want something intricately feminine or fiercely modern, Delamina has a variety to choose from.

Steffi Graf has long been a woman that I admire. She is a study in balance - feminine strength, quiet confidence, maintaining her privacy as a public figure, dedicated mother and successful career woman, focused and passionate, controlled and caring.

With intricate 18k yellow gold webbing capturing a glistening faceted citrine gemstone, accented with a chrome diopside cabochon, and surrounded by a gently woven sterling silver frame, this captivating pendant necklace is the perfect way to get some added sunshine in your life.

November brings the lovely topaz as this month’s birthstone. Topaz is a gem that is said to bring mental clarity, confidence, personal power and stamina. Sounds like a powerful stone. And, Delamina has plenty of fabulous choices for you.

We already know that October babies are blessed with the beautiful precious opal gemstone. But these autumn birthdays also justify purchasing one of the many alternative birthstones. And the best part? Many of them are pink. Pink sapphire, pink topaz, and pink tourmaline are all alternative gemstones for the month of October. And Delamina has plenty of pink October gems to choose from.

Jacqueline is featuring Delamina - and a pretty sweet discount for her readers - on her wonderful blog. We’ve recently discovered Jacqueline Luxe and her insights into all things luxury.

When I was very young I dreamed of being a professional philanthropist (frankly, I still do) – and Rania is just that. With her business background and her brains - it suits her very well. And then there is the added benefit that she can afford it.

We’ve discovered a really wonderful luxury site - and their jewelry editor, Annie Scott, has discovered Delamina.

Independent and persistent, Sheryl Crow adopted a child and is raising him as a single mother. She has had an amazing and rich set of experiences in her life so far: singing backup in Michael Jackson’s Bad world tour; dating the super-human Lance Armstrong; singing duets on stage with Mick Jagger; winning multiple Grammy awards; and beating breast cancer, to name just a few.

The August birthstone is peridot, a vibrant green gem that is found in shades that vary from lime green with a touch of yellow to a deep olive green.

One week ago the world laid Corazon Aquino, former president of the Philippines, to rest. Cory wasn’t a perfect leader, but she did give it her all.

Whether applied to parenting, exercise or career, having goals and holding firm to them is critical to success. We are taught to have a clear picture of what we want to achieve, a concise plan to achieve it, and a support system.

On July 23rd th LA Times Entertainment section headline read “There are strong women, and then there is Sigourney Weaver”. I must admit, the headline had me regardless of the subject. Stick a ‘Because’ in front of it and I’m over the moon.

Seeking inspiration, and having a father in the jewelry industry, William Schraft found that jewelry design satisfied all of his creative desires and individuality.

The best way to dress up your wrist this summer is with a dramatically glittering cuff bracelet.William Schraft does it best with this sterling silver and 18k gold cuff bracelet, bezel set with one faceted cushion icy green amethyst surrounded by gold filigree.

I especially love the subtle pink-sapphire heart that, when you look closely, appears on Ginger Peachy Designs’ rose gold disc pendant. Dangling from a rose-gold chain, it’s as feminine as can be, which can also be said about Talisman Unlimited’s hammered gold and bezel-set diamond heart pendant.