Cubic Zirconia Jewelry?

"Affordable Alternative to Diamonds"

Cubic zirconia jewelry is a beautiful and affordable alternative to real diamonds. So why exactly would you want to consider buying a synthetic gem rather than the "real" thing?

Gold cubic zirconia jewelry necklace
Courtesy of Fantasy Jewelry Box

I'll give you 3 good reasons:

Perfect clarity
Wide color options
Low price

I know it doesn't yield enough in the luxury-factor, but it does the job very well - which is to look beautiful and expensive! If you're on a tight budget, then CZ (shortcut for Cubic Zirconia) is a fantastic alternative to expensive diamonds.

How to Save Money with Cubic Zirconia Jewelry

If you have thing for all things pretty and glittery but don't want to spend a fortune on high-end diamond jewelry - then you should definitely build your jewelry collection around cubic zirconias.

Suggestions on what CZ styles to invest in:

Essential cubic zirconia stud earrings
Courtesy of Overstock Jeweler

If you don't want to splurge on real diamond stud earrings then opt for the CZ but in a quality metal such as sterling silver, vermeil or gold-filled (they'll last longer than cheap silver or gold-tone). In fact, you can buy all of the must-own jewelry essentials inexpensively this way.

Diva glamorous affordable cubic zirconia party earrings
Courtesy of Overstock Jeweler

Want to look glam and expensive? Then look for CZ dangle earrings, tennis bracelets and statement necklace. You find can them in a wide variety of styles, colors and shapes at affordable prices at online jewelry stores such as Fantasy Jewelry Box and Overstock Jeweler. No need to give your whole arm for a chic-luxe look!

Silver snake rhinestone cubic zirconia fashion ringt
Courtesy of Overstock Jeweler

Cubic zirconia not only offers jewelry in classy, high-maintenance and expensive-looking styles - you'll also find them in on-trend, hot pieces like for example statement rings and cuff bracelets! I personally love having some *bling* on my trendy rings (check out the snake to your right!).

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A Perfect, Affordable Gem

Now, don't let the words "synthetic" and "low price" decide the quality of it. Because, Cubic Zirconia is of high quality.

It won't fail on you. The fact that it is a man-made synthetic gemstone gives it a stunning and perfect result in both clarity and color. It's so perfect that it beats diamonds easily.

Click here to see an overview of the cubic zirconia colors available

And what makes it desirable is that it can be made in every color of the rainbow - it makes glam fashion fun and affordable!

Customized Cubic Zirconia Jewelry

Body Jewels customization cubic zirocnia jewelry If you want to customize your own CZ jewelry, check out Bodyjewels They specialize in "Have it Your Way" CZ Jewelry. They have 1000's of styles you can choose from and customize by choosing your favorite shape, setting, metal and color. It's super-easy to send in your custom order form. You can also fax or call them.

Differences Between a Diamond and Cubic Zirconia?

"Can you see the differences between a CZ and a real diamond?

Yes, but it's not always easy.

Here are the main differences between a Cubic Zirconia and a real diamond:

Cubic Zirconia has slightly less sparkle but has more more flashes of rainbow colors
Cubic Zirconia is heavier (about 75%) than diamond
Cubic Zirconia is perfect in clarity but there are also Cubic Zirconias with small inclusions available in today's market.

Those 3 points are easy ways to detect if your engagement ring is the real thing or not ;-)