Guida Jewelers offers an amazing selection of designer jewelry, with an expertly curated selection available in our Denville NJ showroom. Let’s take a look at what’s trending this Spring.

Alisa’s Bracelets

Featuring 18k gold, silver sterling with diamonds, or colored gemstones, Alisa’s Italian designed bracelets are the perfect statement for Spring.

VHB 1391 D
This bright polish 18K yellow gold bangle with .10 cttw circular diamond top gives an effortlessly elevated feel.

VHB 1525
This 925 Sterling Silver graduated bracelet with alternating shiny & Traversa oval links makes for a bold and playful statement.

Frederic Duclos

Guida Jewelers is proud to feature Frederic Duclos, an award-winning French designer. Frederic Duclos offers high-quality, creative sterling jewelry. Each piece embodies sensuality and femininity, which along with the modern design are ideal for inviting in the freshness of Spring.

This necklace from Frederic Duclos’ Silver and Rose Extraordinaire Collection displays a dash of color and cute, playful design.

These earrings from Frederic Duclos’ Silver and Gold Extraordinaire Collection will brighten up your wardrobe and embody the spontaneity of Spring.

Gabriel & Co.

The outstanding collection of Gabriel & Co. encompasses classic and fashion-forward designs that will enhance your Spring wardrobe while offering timeless fashionability.

This 14K Yellow Gold Round Pearl Pendant Necklace with Bujukan Beaded Frame will have you fitting in with the pearl-forward Spring 2022 fashion trend.

This 14K Yellow Gold Three Row Diamond Station Open Ring is dynamically textured, displaying three distinct styles that will make you stand out this Spring. Also available in 14K White Gold, or 14K Rose Gold, depending on your unique preference.

Kabana

Guida Jewelers is proud to offer the outstanding, innovative designs of Kabana. Kabana pieces are feminine and comfortable, ideal for special occasions as well as elevating your everyday style this Spring.

This 14K Rose Gold Ring with Inlay and Diamonds is a go-to piece that emanates the fun and colorful season of Spring.

These 14K Yellow Gold Earrings with Inlay and Diamonds are a stand-out piece which celebrate the blooming flowers of Spring.

Zeghani

Guida Jewelers has a fantastic collection of high quality bridal and fashion jewelry from renowned designer Zeghani. Each piece is artfully crafted using 14K Gold.

The Happy Bangle ZB244 will help to brighten even the most rainy Spring days.

The Lasso Necklace ZP1203 is both cute and sophisticated due to its classic, yet modern design.

Come By Today To Elevate Your Spring Fashion

Conveniently located off Rt. 80 in Denville, we invite you to “shop local” and stop by Guida Jewelers to browse our fantastic collection of designer jewelry. With our diverse collection of unique pieces, there is something for everyone. We also offer custom designs, in which we work with you from start to finish to create a piece that you will cherish for years to come. Embrace this Spring season by giving new life to your jewelry collection with a designer piece from Guida Jewelers.

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Before getting your watch engraved, we consider taking a look at our Jewelry Engraving Guide for additional information.

Thinking About Custom Jewelry Engraving

Like a tattoo, you don’t want to end up regretting customizing your jewelry.

When engraving anything, you want think about what piece you will be engraving, what design or words you’ll be engraving, which font you’ll use, the line spacing and size of the font, and any other details about the engraving itself.

Removing an Engraving From Jewelry

In the event you decide you no longer want or like your engraved piece, if it’s a modern watch, you can find a replacement case back for it and have it replaced with a fresh, un-engraved back. If that’s not an option, then you’ll have to consider the case and type of engraving if you want to remove it.

If it’s machine engraved, luckily, it can be polished out, but this will take away from your case back so be aware of that risk. If it’s hand engraved, that’s going to be harder to remove as it’s deeper than a machine engraving.

If it’s a gold case, you may be able to laser fill it, but this will ultimately be the priciest way to go.

The Value of Engraved Jewelry

Also consider the value of the watch. If it’s old or vintage, consider how the modern engraving might look on it. If the watch might be resold one day, know that engraving a watch will seriously decrease the value of the watch at resale. Lastly, if you plan to hand the watch down, consider the messaging you plan to use and if it is appropriate to pass along to someone else.

To avoid these costly measures, take the time to really think about your engraving. Once you do and you’re still set on engraving your watch, visit your local jeweler to speak with an expert engraver.

Guida: Your Jewelry Engraving Experts

At Guida Jewelers, we can either machine or hand-engrave watches and other jewelry in script or block, monograms, poems, and even family crests.

If you’re consider personalizing your watch with an engraving, contact us or come stop by Guida Jewelers at our showroom in Morris County, NJ.

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Gabriel & Co. Fashion Necklace

Minimalistic Necklace Trends

This year, “smaller” chain necklaces are in. No need for heavy, bold necklaces; a simple, yet elegant designer chain necklace is the perfect fashion jewelry accessory for your summer style. We recommend Frederic Duclos, Gabriel & Co. and Zeghani fashion designer necklaces.

Trendy Bold Rings and Warm Colors

Gold is the trend this summer, so be sure to grab a bold gold ring and add it to your repertoire of accessories. In fact, don’t be afraid to wear two or three or more rings – stacking up your rings is a trend this year. Sturdier rings are best for daytime, while lighter cocktail rings are better for nights out.

For fashion-forward designer rings, we recommend Frederic Duclos, Gabriel & Co., Kabana and Zeghani fashion designer rings.

Frederic Duclos Fashion Bracelet

Stylish Stackable Bracelets

Stacked lightweight bracelets and cuffs have been a fashion trend for a while now and it shows no signs of slowing down. This summer, be sure to pile on your metal bracelets, or wear one or two leather or other material-based bracelet. We recommend Alisa, Frederic Duclos and Gabriel & Co. fashion designer bracelets.

Gold Hoop & Fringe Earrings

Big gold hoop earrings, part of the 70s-revival style trend, and gold fringe earrings are big players in fashion this summer. Dazzle friends and family with warm, glowing gold hoop or fringe earrings. We recommend Frederic Duclos, Gabriel & Co., Kabana and Zeghani fashion designer earrings.

Stay in Style with these Summer 2017 Jewelry Trends

If you have any questions about cleaning your jewelry, engraving your jewelry, getting your jewelry appraised, repaired or anything else, please stop by and visit us in our local Denville, NJ showroom.

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How to Tell If Your Watch Can Even Be Repaired

This is not so much a question of if your watch can be repaired, because most can; this is more of a question if your watch is worth being repaired.

This can come down to multiple factors, including intrinsic value, sentimental value, quality of craftsmanship, and more. A watch that once belonged to your great-grandfather who fought in a war will likely be more valuable and therefore worth a repair than, say, a regular watch you just bought a few years ago.

Additionally, if the cost of the repair outweighs the cost of the watch itself, unless it holds some sentimental value to you, then it is probably safe to say that it is not worth getting repaired. In this case, you may opt to get a new watch instead.

If the watch is rare and, therefore, parts are hard to come by, or if the watch is damaged beyond repair, a repair may not be an option in this particular instance.

One last thing to consider is the age of the watch. Many of these experts can repair old watches because they were meant to be repaired. Believe it or not, many newer watches are harder to fix because they weren’t necessarily built to be repaired (ergo, forcing you to buy a new watch).

A trained watchmaker or jeweler can take a look at your watch and determine the best course of action for you in terms of repairing your watch.

How Often You Should Get Your Watch Repaired

The older the watch, the more it should be repaired or at least serviced. Think of vintage pianos and older cars; these things require maintenance to work at peak performance.

When you bring your watch in for servicing or repair, ask your jeweler or watchmaker how often they think you should bring the watch in to be checked or serviced. Seeing the watch and knowing its condition will help give a better estimate on when to get your watch repaired.

Just note – don’t wait until your watch is broken to get it fixed (you wouldn’t wait until your car stopped working before getting it serviced, would you?).

How Much a Watch Repair Costs

Watch repair costs vary. It’s important to remember, though, that watch repair requires a highly technical proficiency and skill set so this can contribute to a higher cost.

That being said, the cost of watch repair really depends on the type of watch repair you are seeking.

Different Types of Watch Repairs

New Battery

For non-mechanical batteries, most-often quartz, a battery repair should be a fairly quick and simple process. Depending on the battery, watch and whether it has hybrid mechanical parts or not, a battery replacement can cost anywhere from $10 – $50.

Strap, Clasp, Bracelet or Band Replacement

If your watch strap, band or bracelet is weak, worn or otherwise in need of repair, a jeweler or watchmaker will need to take a look to determine to what extent the piece needs replacement or repairs.

Clasps, straps and bands are typically cheaper because they are smaller parts in the case of clasps or they are made out of more cost-friendly materials in the case of straps and bands. Depending on the style, brand and material you choose to get for your new strap or band, prices can vary but expect to pay no more than $100 or so.

Bracelets tend to cost more since they are usually made out metals like white gold or silver. Basic bracelets can be less than $100 but higher-end bracelets can go up into the thousands.

Straps and bracelets are important to the integrity of your watch for obvious reasons. Without it, your watch might fall off your wrist! So be sure to keep this part of your watch in tip-top shape and get it replaced if and when necessary.

Major Watch Repairs

If your watch needs a total repair or major components of the watch need servicing, be prepared to spend a lot of time and money to get the job done.

A total watch repair includes taking the watch apart, cleaning the pieces, recalibrating, putting the pieces back together and much more. This kind of repair requires the utmost care, attention, and craftsmanship.

Major watch repairs can go from a couple hundred dollars to a couple thousand, depending on the watch, its age, complexity and a variety of other factors. This is also by far the longest watch repair service.

Replacing Watch Pieces and Other Minor Watch Repairs

Whether it is the watch face, the dial, single band pins or straps, the gasket or something else, these minor watch repairs are typically the cheapest of the types of watch repairs. These types of repairs are often quickest, too.

Why You Should Not Try To Repair Your Watch Yourself

You may be tempted to repair a watch by yourself but heed our warning: do not attempt to repair a watch yourself if you do not have the years of experience a jeweler and watchmaker would have, especially if the watch holds sentimental value for you or someone else you know.

Even something as “simple” as oiling a watch can be worsened by improper care and cleaning. Only an experienced jeweler or watchmaker should handle your timepieces when it comes to repairs – trust us!

Where To Get Your Watch Repaired

Of course we would love to see you in our showroom in Denville, NJ for a quality watch repair, but the truth is, many watches are covered under a limited warranty. Check with your manufacturer if your watch is covered. If not, then come on down and we’ll take a look for you and do our best to repair your watch with expert care.

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The benefits of getting your watch repaired are numerous. If your wrist has gotten smaller or larger, or the band has worn out, you may need to get the watch band adjusted or replaced. Perhaps your watch doesn’t stay on time, so you may be looking to get the mechanics repaired.

A quick repair can be done while you wait and will make your watch look better and last longer

A new band, including leather, rubber, or metal, can go a long way in making your watch look better, cleaner, and like brand new. In addition, a new band will last longer than one that has been worn for a while.

A new battery will also help keep your watch ticking and on time – why watch that can’t keep track of time?

Don’t waste another day with a worn-out watch or a good watch that just needs a new battery. Even if you think your watch is beyond repair, bring it in and one of our jewelry experts will take a look.

Come visit us at our showroom, conveniently located in Denville, Morris County, NJ, or visit our contact page to get more information.

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At Guida Jewelers, we pride ourselves on carrying beautiful pieces of jewelry that make perfect presents for Christmas, Hannukah, New Years’, Valentine’s Day, and every Holiday in between. We carry fine jewelry by:

• Frederic Duclos
• Alisa
• Kabana
• Gabriel & Co.
• Zeghani

If you’ve already purchased a beautiful piece of jewelry from us and want to go that extra step to gift your fine jewelry in a special way, we have some tips for you!

Gift Your Holiday Jewelry Using Someone Else

The first thing the recipient might expect is for you to gift the jewelry. Wouldn’t it be fun to add a little bit of confusion to the mix? Perhaps you have a child or a niece or nephew who can handle the gift giving, or maybe you have a pet you can have wear the gift and bring to the recipient.

If you have it and think it will work, you can even attach the jewelry to a train or toy car that will “drive” to whoever you’re gifting. Whichever way you do it, having someone (or something) else bring the gift to the recipient is a fun and creative way to gift any piece of fine jewelry. Just make sure it’s secure!

Hide the Fine Jewelry Behind the Cover of Another Gift

This one’s easy and especially appropriate for the jokesters out there. If you like to have fun (even if at another’s harmless expense), you can gift something unexpected and potentially unwanted (see: a gag gift). Nestled inside the gift, however, or hidden beneath the gift will be the real gift – a beautiful piece of designer jewelry from Guida Jewelers. It’s the perfect way to truly surprise whoever you’re gifting!

Set Up a Holiday Gift Scavenger Hunt

In our post about unique ways to propose to your significant other, we mentioned a similar tactic. Create a scavenger hunt, as easy or as complex as you think is appropriate, and have whoever you’re gifting go through memorable places or spots that are simply close to home to find their gift of fine jewelry.

We hope we’ve inspired you to gift your fine jewelry in a fun and unique way this holiday season.

Come visit us at our showroom, conveniently located in Denville, Morris County, NJ, or visit our contact page to get more information.

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