Celebrating the Red, White, and Blue

The Fourth of July celebrates the freedom and independence of the American people. It represents the day we became the United States of America, a title that will hopefully stand strong for centuries to come. We Americans are very proud of our past and enthusiastically remember and respect those who fought for us during the American Revolution.

Whether you celebrate by attending huge city-wide firework shows, partying at a family BBQ, or staying in to watch Independence Day movies – you will most likely wear red, white, and blue. These are the colors of our flag. These are the colors that represent who we are as a nation. Therefore, by celebrating Independence Day, you are celebrating the red, white, and blue. So, to truly feel like a firework bursting in the sky on the Fourth of July, make sure you are wearing bright and sparkling star-spangled jewelry.

Red: Valor

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Every color of the American flag has a deeper meaning – a meaning that represents the struggle and victory for freedom. Red represents valor, which means showing great courage in the face of danger and battle. Red fills the heart of our nation, keeping it pumping with hope and bravery. So, why not wear a stunning piece of red jewelry right over your heart?

LVP687-GT will perfectly accent any American flag clothing while standing out as a sparkling representation of the beating heart of our nation. This necklace is an oval-shaped, deep-red garnet pendant set in sterling silver. The gem is embellished by a frame of marquise shapes, adding a playful, wavy edge to the pendant’s silhouette. The pendant then hangs from a curved, rope-stylized bail, adding greater depth to this beautiful design. Just imagine how beautifully fireworks will reflect on the textured metal and within the gem’s deep facets!

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Earrings like LVE458-GT perfectly pair with the oval necklace because of their matching rope design and garnet gems. These hoops are also a great alternative for people who prefer less clingy jewelry than necklaces while still wanting to wear something fun and colorful for the holiday. Another benefit of these hoops is that you can also purchase them in Swiss blue topaz, which is perfect for people who prefer blue as their patriotic color instead of red.

Ruby jewelry is also a great Independence Day accessory option. Depending on the stone size and quality, rubies typically have a slightly brighter pinker tone, while garnets have a darker maroon tone. Rubies are also considered more valuable and precious than garnets because they are harder and typically more naturally brilliant, giving ruby jewelry a more sparkly appearance. The decision between garnet jewelry and ruby jewelry comes down to your Fourth of July wardrobe and whether you prefer a toned-down red or vibrant red. No matter your choice, both red gemstones will bring you that shimmering burst of red you desire for this year’s celebration.

White: Purity and Innocence

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All Fourth of July celebrations feature American Flags blowing in the wind or respectfully placed on clothing and party supplies. When you look closer, you notice that the red stripes on our flag surround the white stripes – white represents purity and innocence. This design choice symbolizes how our brave soldiers protected the innocents from outside forces. The flag’s shining stars are also white, standing as a bright reminder of our nation’s shared dream for freedom. Therefore, what would be more powerful and beautiful than wearing a piece of jewelry featuring a sparkling white star?

PDD3069-W is a stunning 8-pointed star necklace embellished with glistening diamonds. Even though it does not have our flag’s traditional 5-pointed star design, this ½ TDW pendant is a wonderful reminder of our nation’s star-spangled banner, acting as a symbol of hope. With its classic diamond look, this necklace will perfectly accent any outfit celebrating the red, white, and blue. Also, for a sentimental touch, since this pendant has a smaller ¼ TDW version, PDD3068-W, it could act as a beautiful matching mother daughter necklace set worn on holidays like Independence Day, Christmas, and Easter.

If diamond jewelry is a bit out of your price range, white topaz and created white sapphire are wonderful options for celebrating the white of the American flag. They twinkle almost as brightly as diamonds, allowing them to capture the splendor of firework shows within their facets.

For an easy and fun activity this Independence Day, wear a clear white stone ring and put it up towards the sky so you can watch fireworks refract and reflect within the stone – you will discover a colorful sparkle similar to that seen in a kaleidoscope.

Blue: Vigilance and Justice

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Clear gems only reflect a firework show, while many opaque gems are naturally composed to look like fireworks: LVR719-FQLP features a cushion-shaped lapis gem with a clear quartz finish, manifesting a visual-illusion of fireworks dissolving into the night’s sky. The center stone also looks like a starry night’s sky, like that on our flag. This effect is naturally created within the lapis, which is a wonderfully rich-toned royal blue with deep purples, bright whites, and brassy golden tones sprinkled and marbled within the blue. The clear quartz layer adds that shimmering luster lapis lacks, creating a perfect gemstone fusion solitaire ring for celebrating the red, white, and blue.

Our dyed blue mother of pearl jewelry has a visual effect like lapis – these pieces look like a cloudy night sky capturing fireworks’ color and light, turning them into a dazzling watercolor painted across the clouds. Even though there are different types, all blue mother of pearl jewelry features pearl shells that are dyed blue with a clear quartz finish. The insides of pearl shells are a wonderful base for jewelry because they are often just as luminous as pearls, but with a larger surface, allowing the shells to take on an ombre of pastel and metallic tones.

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Mother of pearl shells are beautiful when natural, but when dyed, they transform, like with LVE669-FQBS. This specific piece looks like a cushion-shaped royal blue sky filled with faint white and pink tones, like fireworks at dusk. This piece would go great with a more pastel-themed Independence Day outfit, due to its softer hues. These blue mother of pearl earrings are sure to help you stand apart from the rest of the crowd wearing traditional star-spangled attire and accessories. Because, sure, you can wear a classic blue topaz or blue sapphire piece of jewelry to celebrate the 4th, but why not take a stand for independence and wear a unique blue fusion gem that makes a bolder statement?

Blue makes a statement on its own by representing vigilance and justice in the face of adversity. This gives blue a comforting feeling that can make people feel supported by the country they call their home – so it is no wonder our fifty states’ stars freely float in the comforting royal blue rectangle of our American flag. Therefore, by wearing blue on the Fourth of July, you are embracing yourself in the color of freedom. But, remember, it is only a true Independence Day outfit if you are wearing all the colors of the flag. So, make your own Declaration of Independence this year by wearing patriotic jewelry that celebrates the red, white, and blue.

Have a Happy Fourth of July!