Whiteflash Names Necklace Design Dreams of Africa(TM) to Honor New Charity Partner

On Friday, September 15, 12 Nobel Peace Prize winners gathered in Denver, Colorado to voice their desire for the building of education and peace in impoverished and war-torn areas of the world. This was the largest-ever gathering of Nobel Laureates on US soil. Luminaries such as the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu attended to speak out against global conflicts and increased military spending at the expense of human health and welfare, especially children’s rights. As a part of this momentous conference, Debi Wexler, CEO of the premier online diamond retailer Whiteflash.com, presented the new Dreams of Africa(TM) pendant to WCCCI founder Betty Williams, a 1976 Nobel Peace Prize winner, to support the company’s commitment to providing safe havens and educational opportunities for children.

Signifying the beginning of a charitable partnership between the two organizations, 100% of the sales proceeds of this $4,400 conflict-free diamond pendant necklace will be donated to the WCCCI in the creation and support of learning centers to provide a second chance for children to be educated about peace.

“Our Dreams of Africa are not for partial peace. They are for total peace,” Wexler said. “Betty and I are aligned in our vision to build safe and nurturing environments for children who need a second chance in life. If we start teaching peace at the beginning of these young children’s education, we will help these children to shine like brilliant diamonds for the world.”

Specifically, Whiteflash.com will focus on efforts to help children who have suffered from conflicts in Sierra Leone, Liberia and other African countries. Conflict or “blood” diamonds are illicitly smuggled diamonds, the sales of which are used to finance wars against countries’ legitimate governments.

“We need consumers to understand that there is a huge difference between blood diamonds and conflict-free diamonds,” said Wexler. “Not all diamonds are ill-gotten. When diamond mining is undertaken in the correct manner, without child labor or government conflict, the profits build infrastructure and serve as a source of livelihood for hundreds of thousands of people. As a socially responsible design company in the diamond industry, we believe it is our duty to support children who have suffered under blood diamond conflicts and to create awareness in order to combat such illicit diamond trade.”

In coming months, Whiteflash.com and WCCCI will work to establish the first center for learning, headquartered in Italy, with the purpose of providing scholarships for children from Sierra Leone and other African countries, and to instill values of peace and understanding during these children’s’ early education. Land has already been donated by the Italian government to start these centers until hot spots of conflict stabilize in vulnerable areas of Africa. Whiteflash.com and WCCCI will also work to develop a web site that features the Dreams of Africa(TM) pendant as well as information on the largely-successful United Nations resolution, the “Kimberly Process,” which uses rigorous tracking to ensure that illegal blood diamonds are not available for sale around the world.

Catch the Fiery Shades of Fall with a New Designer Jewelry Collection from Relios

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Oct. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Relios Jewelry, American designer and manufacturer of contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry, is introducing its new designer jewelry collection for Fall, to debut on its retail website later this month. The new collection, “Santa Fe Sunset,” showcases purples, oranges, and mixed metals alongside exquisite metalwork.

“The development team at Relios has worked hard to replicate the colors of the New Mexican horizon in sterling silver, copper, brass and an array of colorful gemstones,” says Designer and Vice President Carolyn Pollack. “It’s very exciting to see it all come together,” adds Pollack. “This is a collection that can accent your daytime denim with warm reds and rich corals, or be paired perfectly with your out-to-dinner black dress at night.”

Drawing on inspiration from the sultry sun as it sets in the Santa Fe Desert, this new collection begins with highly wearable sterling silver, copper, and brass. From there, a complete desert-sky palette of natural gemstone beads of varying shapes and scale have been added for enhancement.

Santa Fe Sunset design takes core elements – rope detailing, pottery, and carved architectural images – and incorporates them into refined design. “This collection will make you feel as though you’ve just bought a new dress!” says Carolyn. “You can boost your most colorful wardrobe mainstays with these pieces, or pull out that tried and true plain white shirt, and watch Santa Fe Sunset transform your same old look into something totally brand new – all at a more accessible price point for our customers.”

Free Overnight Shipping

HOUSTON, Texas – Nov. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) –hailed by Kiplinger’s magazine as “Lord of the Online Rings,” is offering free shipping, a no-hassle refund period and an unmatched lifetime trade-up on diamonds to holiday shoppers, in addition to a rare 10-percent off any setting with the purchase of a diamond: “More and more people are buying online,” says Debi Wexler, CEO of Whiteflash. “By making it risk-free we get the diamond into their hands. Once they see what they bought they are customers for life.” How many returns does Whiteflash have? “Practically nonexistent,” says Wexler. “The return period is a trust-building formality more than an option that ever gets exercised.”

Caption: WhiteflashWhiteflash is known for elegant custom jewelry creations and diamonds of peerless cut quality. The company promises a “brilliant diamond buying experience” and a unique lifetime trade-up option (click on Shop With Confidence at http://www.whiteflash.com) allowing future diamond selections with full credit for the trade-in, something Wexler is proud of. “Ask anywhere. It’s the best in the business.”

Gemological services also set Whiteflash apart. “Other internet sellers, including leader Blue Nile, will drop-ship a diamond purchased from a remote supplier to the client without having seen it.”

“People are spending thousands of dollars,” Wexler says. “We prefer to hand-select our diamonds, give them full analysis and get it right the first time.”

She adds “It’s the reason we have a lifetime trade-up option where others don’t. There is always a market for quality.”

Capture the Romantic Side of the Southwest with a New Designer Jewelry Collection from Relios

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Dec. 11 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Nothing says romance like the new designer jewelry collection from Relios. America’s leading designer and manufacturer of contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry is introducing “Te Amo” – set to debut on its retail website later this month. Like its name, which is Spanish for “I love you,” the new natural lifestyle collection features a fresh take on a traditional expression of romance – hearts.

Caption: Heart Pendant”Like a ride into the sunset, Te Amo is romance with a touch of adventure,” says Collection Designer and Vice President Carolyn Pollack. “Its colorful heart-shaped gemstones make it as bold and unique as the Southwestern lifestyle itself, yet it displays a very feminine touch with its sculptural sterling silver Spanish lace detailing,” adds Pollack.

Drawing on inspiration from the softer side of the southwestern lifestyle, Te Amo Collection’s Spanish lace recreates the delicate tracery of scrolls, fragile netting, and floral designs of filigree in sterling silver. From there, colorful heart-shaped natural gemstones create a soft color palette adding to a distinctive feminine look

“The heart motif is always a popular look, no matter what the season,” says Designer Carolyn Pollack. “Te Amo is timeless, so it works well for gift-giving. Its casual elegance also makes it the perfect gift to give to yourself!”

New Mexico-based Jewelry Manufacturer finds Room to Grow

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Dec. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Relios, America’s largest manufacturer of natural lifestyle designer jewelry has more than doubled its size with a move into a 25,000-square-foot facility in Albuquerque. The move also means that Relios has also more than doubled its production capacity – allowing the major jewelry supplier to expand services to its more than 500 customers.

Caption: Sculptural silver heart pendant on colorful beaded necklace”We had really outgrown the 11,000 square-foot space we’d been working out of,” says company President Bill Pollack. “It’s amazing how a building like this gives us the ability to better assist our customers in the areas of production, distribution, quality, and dependability – not to mention gives us room to grow!”

The company’s new home is located at 6815 Academy Parkway West in Albuquerque. It boasts a large well-lighted factory space, along with offices, conference rooms, and a design studio to accommodate its 140-employees.

“Our new space allows us to better serve our customers,” says Pollack. “It gives us an opportunity to be better organized and efficient in our manufacturing processes. Now we can handle more of the distribution for our customers – including merchandising, labeling, and drop-shipments.”

“Our ability to be creative has expanded tremendously with this move,” says Vice-President and Lead Jewelry Designer Carolyn Pollack. “We have literally quadrupled the number of new designs since moving to the larger space.”

The company has been nationally recognized for its customer focus, merchandising teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence. More recently, Relios was honored by the City of Albuquerque for its efforts to reduce waste, and its dedication to pollution prevention practices.

“Corporate responsibility is not just a nice catch phrase to get people to think we’re doing the right thing – at Relios, we’re actually doing it,” says Relios President Bill Pollack. “Every piece of jewelry we manufacture is lead-free and nickel-free, and we use only recycled precious metals. It’s a commitment we’ve made to our customers, as well as our environment.”

Local Jewelry Manufacturer Recognized for being Environmentally Conscious

Relios Jewelry receives Two Awards from City of Albuquerque for Pollution Prevention

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Jan. 9 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Relios Jewelry, a company nationally recognized for its customer focus, merchandising teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence, now has more accolades to boast – this time in the arena of “Good Environmental Practices.” The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Department’s Pollution Prevention Staff has awarded America’s largest manufacturer of authentic American-made jewelry with not one but two prestigious honors: 1) Pollution Prevention (p2) Award, and 2) 5 PPM Silver Award.

Caption: Colors of the Canyon Multi-Gemstone Leaves Pendant by Relios The Pollution Prevention (p2) Award recognizes the company’s efforts to reduce waste, dedication to pollution prevention practices, and education. A letter from City Pollution Prevention staff outlines a number of specific “Best Management Practices” used by Relios ranging from practicing good housekeeping to proper management of waste.

The 5 PPM Silver Award distinguishes Relios for its efforts in reducing silver bearing waste(s) – acknowledging that the company has been a vital partner in helping to reduce silver discharges to the sanitary sewer system.

“Relios is very proud to be recognized for being a good environmental partner,” says company President Bill Pollack. “These honors speak to the level of dedication and care that our employees exercise at work every single day. Whether it’s in the creation of our jewelry or the attention to pollution prevention, our staff really goes the extra mile, and it shows.”

Relios, which has been designing and manufacturing contemporary sterling silver and genuine gemstone jewelry since the 1970’s, will go through seven tons of silver this year, and ship more than 700,000 finished pieces of jewelry throughout the world. That’s three pieces of jewelry for every woman in Albuquerque!

Corporately responsible and “green-friendly,” Relios maintains a strong commitment to quality control and trust. Every single piece of Relios jewelry is manufactured in the U.S. and is lead-free and nickel-free. Additionally, Relios uses only recycled precious metals in its manufacturing processes.

Perfect Gift Gold and Diamond Pendants

FREDERICK, Md. – Jan. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With less than two weeks to Valentine’s Day, Internet jewelry sales leader Jamesallen.com announced today that it has added 150 new gold and diamond pendants and lockets to its online jewelry offerings. These stunning gifts – with many gold and diamond variations available – offer both value and higher-end shoppers many options as Valentine’s Day approaches.

Pendants and lockets for Valentine’s Day are being offered in 14K white gold, yellow gold and two-tone, so it is easy to find jewelry pieces perfect to suit all tastes, Barr said.

Shoppers with all types of budgets will find plenty of items from which to choose: Prices range from $100 to $2,000, and all pendants will include a complimentary 18-inch gold chain.

The traditional day on which partners show their love for each other, the holiday dates to the Middle Ages, However, the modern tradition of Valentine’s Day and gift-giving of jewelry, candy and flowers dates to 1847. This was when the first mass-produced valentines of embossed paper lace were produced by a Worcester, MA, book and stationery store. Since then, Valentine’s Day has grown into the second-largest card and gift-giving holiday of the year, after Christmas. In the 1980’s, giving diamonds and other jewels for Valentine’s Day became popular.

Win a Diamond Ring

HOUSTON, Texas – Mar. 23 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Some lucky author will win a dazzling 1 carat “A Cut Above” princess diamond engagement ring from online boutique Whiteflash.com in an ongoing promotion celebrating the new FOX series The Wedding Bells. “The Perfect Proposal Sweepstakes” is accepting romantic proposal ideas of 500 words or less through April 17. The author of the most original, romantic and fun submission will receive this beautiful prize, valued at $5000.
(c) Send2PressThe generous promotion has already delighted dozens of diamond seekers. 33 exquisite diamond rings, including a 3 carat masterpiece, were presented to excited winners on March 2 in a nationally coordinated “Dig for Diamonds” event presented by Whiteflash.com and FOX Wedding Bells stars Teri Polo, KaDee Strickland, Sarah Jones and Chris Williams congratulated winners at the Hollywood event, covered by Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, Extra, FOX News, Wire Image, Getty Photos and the Associated Press.

co-founders Debi Wexler and Brian Gavin are pleased with the company’s affiliation with the new FOX series. Wexler commented, “This partnership is perfect. The show looks great. The Wedding Bells deals with brides and so do we, every day, from the sweetest angel-brides to bridezillas.”

Winners ‘Dig for Diamonds’ in Cakes in a FOX

HOUSTON, Texas – Mar. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A lucky winner screamed with delight as she uncovered a dazzling three-carat ‘A Cut Above’ Princess cut diamond (The most visually balanced(TM) diamond in the world) set in a platinum Champaigne setting. 33 other winners dug through wedding cakes to find one-carat “Expert Selection” diamond rings from online boutique Whiteflash.com.

(c) Send2PressThe exciting promotion took place in 31 cities across the USA last Friday, March 2 to celebrate The Wedding Bells, a new FOX series from producer David E. Kelley.

Decked out in veils and all-things-white, thousands of hopefuls gathered to win an opportunity to “dig for diamonds.” Celebrities were on-hand at event sites, providing entertainment to gathering crowds until finalists were chosen to race through a wedding obstacle course. Onlookers shouted encouragement, as contestants enthusiastically destroyed beautiful cakes to see who would claim the ultimate prize. Cheers erupted for each site’s winner as the shining prize was uncovered. Other finalists received gifts from local event hosts.

Wedding Bells stars Teri Polo, KaDee Strickland, Sarah Jones and Chris Williams congratulated winners at the Hollywood event, covered by Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood, Extra, FOX News, Wire Image, Getty Photos and the Associated Press.

Brian Gavin and Debi Wexler, co-founders of Whiteflash.com, the exclusive jewelry partner of FOX’s The Wedding Bells, extended congratulations to all 33 winners.

Gavin reinforced the classic saying, “Everyone loves diamonds. They’re a girl’s best friend.” Wexler added, “This partnership is perfect. The show looks great. Wedding Bells deals with brides and so do we, every day, from the sweetest angel-brides to bridezillas.”

Five Diamond Resort Tempts Guests with Rare $1.5-Million, Heart-Shaped, Yellow Diamond on Valentine’s Day

LOS CABOS, Mexico – Feb. 13 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — One of the world’s finest Five Diamond resorts is putting an exclamation point on Valentine’s Day by showcasing the ultimate gift on this day for lovers: a rare, heart-shaped, 10.05-carat yellow diamond worth $1.5 million. It will be on display for guests to view, or, better yet, for one guest to buy to make an unsurpassed statement of undying love. Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort, the internationally heralded Five Diamond resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, has teamed up with Q Diamonds International Boutique to display the unique stone over the Valentine’s Day week.

(c) Send2Press”Love is made up of many special moments over days, months and years,” said Las Ventanas’ Managing Director Andres Araya. “But sometimes you can create one moment that is never forgotten…that changes a heart forever. Buying the Q Diamond for your lover could be that one moment.”

When Albert Gad, owner of Q Diamonds, bought the diamond in the rough from De Beers, he was faced with the question of how to cut it. It was a very rare stone, and he wanted to cut it into a shape that would make it particularly special. Normally, yellow diamonds are cut in radiant shape, which often shows the most color. But the color of the stone was so intense and unique, Mr. Gad decided to take a risk and make it heart shaped. The challenge was successful and the result amazing.

The vivid yellow diamond has VS2 clarity and a GIA certificate. World-famous jewelry designer Christopher Design created a one-of-a-kind setting that complements the uniqueness of the stone: a ring of platinum and 22 karat yellow gold with 4.15 carats of yellow and white diamonds.

Las Ventanas, the only Five Diamond property in Los Cabos, has been among the world’s most acclaimed resorts since it opened in 1997. It brought the highest international standards of luxury and service to Los Cabos and played a lead role in elevating it to Mexico’s most upscale destination. Las Ventanas has been heralded in particular as one of the world’s most romantic resorts, and even boasts a “Department of Romance” dedicated to making guests’ romantic dreams come true.

The resort features: 71 exceptionally spacious suites with exquisite furnishings, unique appointments hand-crafted by Mexican artisans, individual telescopes for stargazing, and magnificent panoramic views; a holistic spa heralded for its signature treatments derived from the biological bounty of the Baja desert and extensive menu of therapies from around the world; signature Baja-Mediterranean cuisine; Tequila & Ceviche Bar.