Etsy Shop!

Hello again friends! Just checking in quickly to promote my Etsy shop!

It too is called the Modern Romantic, and I have recently added my latest jewelry creations. As soon as I have proper pictures, I'll be putting up some other things like crafts, and even a few hair flowers that could be a part of someone's Big Day!

Take a look at some of my stuff if you please!

Thanks!

Micah

My Other Ring...

I want to talk about for a moment, my other ring. This ring was given to me by Patrick a mere three months after we began dating. At that point, I was determined to study a semester abroad in England, Patrick jokingly refered to it as a 'warning ring' to let everyone know that I was taken. It was so sweet, we were out walking and he took my hand and closed my fingers around it. It was a beautiful gift, and it made me feel very special and cared for.





Isn't she pretty?

It is a simple silver setting with blue topaz. I wore it every day since I got it (before the engagement ring of course!) on the right hand. So much so that the setting is warped flat, because of the delicate silver of the setting.

Peanut posing with my right-hand ring!

When Patrick proposed and presented me with the beautiful ring that is my e-ring, I began to wear less and less of my pretty right-hand ring. Maybe it's because of the warped setting, I'm not sure. But now, I want to do something with the topaz, because it is a gorgeous little stone and...it's BLUE!

Right-hand ring, meet Left-hand E-ring!

Snugs!

What should I do? Have it re-set? Make it into a necklace? It's a meaningful piece of jewelry, so I'd definitely like to re-purpose it.

Does anyone else have any right-hand rings?

Best,

Micah

Friday Finds!

Yes! Back on target in the Micah-Blogging-World! I've been scouring the interwebz to bring you these delightful Friday Finds! Lately, I am obsessed with Bridal accessories; earrings, right-hand rings, necklaces, hairpieces, shawls, boleros, you name it. With Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner, I must confess, my finds are geared toward the cooler months. So while I definitely will be keeping to simpler accessories and light materials for our summer wedding, you guys should see these!!!

This would look sweet with a vintage-y tea-length dress, I think!
Loves it!
From Etsy

Ivory French Lace Bridal cuffs!
So classic.
From Etsy

I'm in love with this for a fall wedding!!!
Romantic Capelet
From Etsy

Stunningly gorgeous.
Bridal clutch from Etsy

Ahhhh! I'm in LOVE!!!
From Etsy

For a gorgeous splash of color!!! Or for Bridesmaids?
From Etsy

Swarovski Crystal Clear Diamond Earrings
From Etsy

On sale??? Yes please!
Something Blue Bridal Bracelet
From Etsy

Oooo! Maybe a right hand ring?
Thule ring
From anthropologie.com

This speaks of a destination beach wedding to me!
Bold Merriment Earrings
from anthropologie.com

I hope you enjoy these! I know shopping for them was certainly fun! ::Ahem:: now back to work!!!

Best,

Micah

Lace and Pearl Headband: http://www.etsy.com/listing/84670441/lace-and-pearl-headband?ref=sc_13
Ivory French Lace Bridal Cuffs: http://www.etsy.com/listing/72049019/ivory-french-lace-and-satin-tie-bridal?ref=cat2_gallery_6
Off-White Romantic Capelet: http://www.etsy.com/listing/58661380/off-white-romantic-capelet-s-m?ref=cat2_gallery_2
Ivory Bridal Lace Clutch: http://www.etsy.com/listing/80902861/ivory-bridal-lace-clutch-with-rhinestone?ref=cat2_gallery_11
Vintage Silk Peacock Clutch: http://www.etsy.com/listing/70077178/ellenvintage-silk-peacock-clutch?ref=cat2_gallery_21
Romantic Pastel Bridal Bracelet: http://www.etsy.com/listing/84959604/bridal-bracelet-romantic-pastel-vintage?ref=sc_1
Swarovski Crystal Clear Diamond Earrings: http://www.etsy.com/listing/85449282/swarovski-crystal-clear-diamond-earrings?ref=af_you_favitem
Something Blue Bridal Bracelet: http://www.etsy.com/listing/85620313/sale-25-off-wedding-jewelry-something?ref=cat2_gallery_28
Thule ring: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23536840&catId=JEWELRY-RINGS&pushId=JEWELRY-RINGS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&navCount=126&color=011&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D
Bold Merriment Earrings: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23686124&catId=JEWELRY-EARRINGS&pushId=JEWELRY-EARRINGS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&navCount=18&color=072&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=JEWELRY-EARRINGS

A word on the Precious...

...My Precious (engagement ring) that is!

Lord of the Rings - Gollum

I know I have posted before some pictures of my ring, but I wanted to take a moment to talk a little about engagement rings, and in particular, my beauty. 

Of course, here are some pictures...

Swoon!!! Anyway, besides the fact that I love my ring, Patrick found it without any information or preferences from me. The other day when we had gone shopping for wedding rings, I was SOOOOO nervous about helping Patrick find the right one, and he bought me the perfect ring without any specifics! It must have been nerve-wracking.

When I thought about what I would want for my engagement ring, I never really had a true preference. To be completely honest, I thought I'd like a diamond, but had never really cared about the cut or setting. The ring Patrick found for me is perfect. I wouldn't ever change it. In fact, I am a little obsessive about it's care and cleaning, and also about staring at it when I think no one is watching. And now that I have it and it is a diamond, I wouldn't want any other stone. I am so grateful that P knows me so well, and gave me such a glorious gift, not only the diamond but the promise it stands for.

The thing is; yes he bought the perfect ring and I could wax poetic about it for hours, but (that would be really annoying, and) I do want to say that if he had given me anything; a pearl, a moissy, a ring-pop, a plastic spider ring from a vending machine --- I still would have said yes! 

Engagement rings were first used as a symbol of betrothal as far back as ancient Rome, and were first introduced into Western culture in the 13th century. The first well-documented use of a diamond ring to symbolize an engagement was by the Archduke Maximilian of Austria in imperial court of Vienna in 1477, when he became engaged to Mary of Burgundy. Another interesting tidbit is that t sewing thimbles were often used to symbolize engagement. Diamond rings and other expensive sparklys began becoming the new norm in proposals as the material image for the human sexuality. Also to visually symbolize the marriage prospects. Now, although diamonds are custom, we see all sorts of engagement rings as well as rings for the men or one who proposes in addition to wedding bands. 


I love that the engagement and wedding rings become an outward symbol to the world of the union of two people. And although, and I mean this, I would feel just as engaged to Patrick if I had no ring I am very honored to be able to wear a beautiful ring everyday that when I look down at it, I think of us. 


Best,


Micah


P.S. Now we have amazing shiny wedding bands to go with it! EEEK!

Ring a ding-dings!

And no, I am not talking about the oh-so-delicious, filthy Ring-Dings...

Yummers!

I'm talking about wedding rings! And with that, guess what Patrick and I did today....?

We headed up to Jared's to start the hunt for our wedding bands. We figured, since we had a lovely and rare day off (Happy Veteran's Day!), we would have a nice, relaxing day together. With some yummy chai, and the excitement of looking at pretty rings, we stepped into the jewelry store. We totally thought we were only going to be looking at rings but ::SPOILER ALERT:: we found both of them!

Please excuse my tired eyes!
A result of production week!

Patrick, being a wonderful gentleman, had me looking for my ring first. Now, when I started looking for wedding rings for myself, I was looking for something to compliment my beautiful engagement ring. I still was when I went to the store, but I didn't know exactly what I would find! I got to look at many beautiful rings, but Patrick asked me to try on one, and I knew from then that it would be my wedding band. We tried on plain bands, pave diamond bands, bands with euro-shanks like my engagement ring, and then....we found mine. It's white gold with three princess cut diamonds and two baguette shaped diamonds, and I love it! Patrick spotted my precious and asked to see it with my engagement ring and guys, it looks meant to be. (Side note: is it weird that "Crazy Love" by Van Morrison came into my head through the giddiness of wedding ring shopping and didn't leave for the rest of the day?)

Here it is!!!

A little big, but we've ordered it in my freakishly small size.

And here with my e-ring!

Sparkly!

I really like it. I am surprised at what I ended up with, I thought it would be very plain, but as I said I am in LOVE with my ring! Now for Patrick...

Patrick is very stylish, as evidenced by his sharp aesthetic taste. It's very specific, which is why I thought it would be best if we did our ring shopping together! Also, it was a lovely time spent as a couple getting excited for the wedding! After looking at all the various choices; stainless steel, white gold, gold, etc, we had gotten down to three: a stainless steel band, a plain gold (traditional) band or a traditional gold band with a twist! Can you guess which one we ended up with?

Something similar to this...

It looks so wonderful on him! Just seeing him with his band makes me smile a big, stupid, happy smile. (P.S. His can also be engraved!!!!!)

It was so exciting to go, and even though we never planned to find our rings and purchase them at the first outing, but I'm really happy and excited we did!

Did anyone else find that they chose a different ring for their wedding band than they had though?

Best,

Micah

My E-Ring!

So, you've got the love story. Now...for the shiny part...

My Engagement Ring! He did a good job!

Nestled amongst...blue roses!

A Princess-cut Leo Diamond in a white gold, art deco setting. LOVE!

I am so happy with it. I think that he really gave me a one of a kind ring that speaks of who I really am. I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful symbol of our love.

-Micah