Valentine’s Day: 10 Creative Ideas

Valentine’s Day puts a lot of pressure on couples. Romantic expectations are high, time is short. Is a card enough? Roses? A box of candy? Perhaps, but there are better ways to mark the big Love Holiday. If you’re searching for some creative ideas for Valentine’s Day, Birkat Elyon (a top purveyor of high-quality cubic zirconia jewelry) has some suggestions. Oh, and by the way, a gorgeous CZ ring or…

7 Tips for Buying High-Quality CZ Pieces

More and more smart shoppers today are opting for high-quality cubic zirconia jewelry over pricier diamonds or other expensive gems. For those unfamiliar with “CZs,” they may not realize that quality cubic zirconia rings are almost indistinguishable from the pricier options. Even experts need to pull out the “loupe” to truly tell the difference. This is perhaps one big reason that wealthy socialites and celebrities frequently opt for “CZs,” especially…

DIY Brides: Tips for Doing Your Own Wedding Makeup

With so many costs associated with a wedding, some brides opt to save a little money by skipping the makeup artist and doing their own wedding makeup. That may seem intimidating, especially on such a Big Day, but it’s not impossible. With a little planning (not to mention, practice), you can pull off a gorgeous look. Here are some smart tips for doing your own wedding makeup, courtesy of Birkat…

6 Cool Facts About Cubic Zirconia

Cubic Zirconia jewelry – or “CZs” – is heating up as the super-smart option for anyone who loves their “bling.” And there are some very good reasons why CZ jewelry is the hot ticket among those who could afford pricier diamonds or gems, or anyone who wants dazzling (but affordable) jewelry. (See some outstanding examples up close at Birkat Elyon). CZs result when the mineral element “zirconium oxide” is super-heated…

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5 Smart Reasons to Choose A CZ Engagement Ring

Sure, a diamond engagement or wedding ring has been a longstanding “tradition.” But today’s smart money types are looking past that and opting for something just as brilliant, durable and beautiful – but much more economical. Namely, a cubic zirconia ring. According to The Knot, the average cost of a diamond ring is close to $6K – and that price has been steadily going up every year. For most folks,…

The Year in Review: The CZ Jewelry Pieces that Made a Statement in 2013

Each year one of our very favorite things to do is to take a look back at our top-selling pieces of CZ jewelry for the year. Though some tend to make the list year after year, others grow in popularity as jewelry trends come and go. In either case, we are always pleased to shine the spotlight on our fan favorites. Topping this year’s list are these 3 stunning pieces:…

Happy Holidays from our Family to Yours

Happy Holidays from our Family to Yours!

We could not be more excited to wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season! This entire year has been one of the most successful years we have ever enjoyed here at Birkat Elyon and we could not have done it without the support of each and every one of you. We are feeling particularly blessed this year and we count you among our many blessings! No…

3 Tips for Those Preparing for an Engagement in 2014

If you or a loved one are preparing to pop the question in 2014, there’s so much to consider. With nearly 3 decades of experience helping prospective grooms prepare for the biggest day of their lives, we are always happy to share some advice. So before you begin to feel overwhelmed, simply follow these simple tips and you’ll be well on your way to giving her the biggest surprise of…

Last Minute Holiday Gifts: It's Not too Late to Place Your CZ Jewelry Order!

Last Minute Holiday Gifts: It’s Not too Late to Place Your CZ Jewelry Order!

It’s that time of year again, the holiday shopping season is quickly coming to an end and once again…you’ve procrastinated. What to do? Luckily, we’re still taking holiday orders here at Birkat Elyon but we won’t be taking them for much longer. We encourage you to shop our site for all of the jewelry lovers on your list. You’re sure to blow them away with of our high-end CZ jewelry…

The CZ Ring that will Make Her Swoon this Holiday Season

Each year you find yourself puzzled with the same issue, you’re unsure what to buy the special woman in your life for the holidays. You want to make her smile and remind her just how much she means to you, but what says it best? This year, we have the perfect solution: one of our most stunning and popular CZ rings. 5.85 Carat CZ Ring This breathtaking CZ ring is…