Anna Balkan Blogs

Emerald & Diamond: The Perfect Pair for Timeless Elegance
Emerald and diamond jewelry is the ultimate blend of elegance and meaning. Emeralds, known as the stone of renewal and balance, pair beautifully with diamonds, the symbol of strength and eternal love. Together, these handmade treasures create a harmonious union of vibrant color and timeless brilliance. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or enhancing your everyday style, our collection of emerald and diamond jewelry offers sophisticated designs for every occasion. Explore our Norcross jewelry store to discover these stunning pieces and add a touch of meaning to your wardrobe.
Summer of Style: Winter Archetypes
Hi #BeautifulAndCapable, in this blog series, we'll be we'll be sharing styling tips, taking a deeper look at color, breaking down the Seasons & Archetypes!  Today, we're taking a deeper look at the SPRING complexion archetypes! Each season has 6...
Summer of Style: Autumn Archetypes
Hi #BeautifulAndCapable, in this blog series, we'll be we'll be sharing styling tips, taking a deeper look at color, breaking down the Seasons & Archetypes!  Today, we're taking a deeper look at the SPRING complexion archetypes! Each season has 6...
Summer of Style: Summer Archetypes
Hi #BeautifulAndCapable, in this blog series, we'll be we'll be sharing styling tips, taking a deeper look at color, breaking down the Seasons & Archetypes!  Today, we're taking a deeper look at the SPRING complexion archetypes! Each season has 6...
Summer of Style: Spring Archetypes
Hi #BeautifulAndCapable, in this blog series, we'll be we'll be sharing styling tips, taking a deeper look at color, breaking down the Seasons & Archetypes!  Today, we're taking a deeper look at the SPRING complexion archetypes! Each season has 6...
Decoding Color Trends: What They Mean for Your Jewelry and Accessories Wardrobe
Color trends for 2024-25, like Tomato Cream with carnelian and Lucent White with diamonds, offer vibrant, symbolic communication. These trends reflect cultural moods and advancements, influencing wardrobes. Balance these trendy hues with timeless jewelry pieces to maintain personal style.
Coordinating Colors with Pantone's Fall 2024-25 Trends
Pantone's Fall 2024-25 color trends offer a fresh palette for your wardrobe. Even if these trending colors not your favorites, you can incorporate them as accents through accessories. Here’s a quick guide to help you coordinate and pair these new trends with other colors that will complement them beautifully.
A Tale of Colorful Connections: Custom Bridal Jewelry for a Special Family
A Tale of Colorful Connections: Follow Brooke's journey from a vibrant jewelry collector to a close friend of designer Anna Balkan, culminating in a custom bridal set symbolizing family unity. Discover the magic of custom design and lasting connections at Anna Balkan Jewelry & Gifts.
Navigating Bridal Etiquette: Tips for Mothers of the Bride and Groom
In this blog, we delve into the often overlooked realm of bridal etiquette, focusing on the attire choices for the Mothers of the Bride and Groom. We explore the dos and don'ts when it comes to colors, dress styles, patterns,...
The Heartfelt Stories Behind Our Permanent Bracelets: Touching Tales of Love and Resilience
In the world of jewelry, there's something truly special about pieces that carry meaning beyond their physical beauty. Our permanent bracelets have become a canvas for personal stories, allowing individuals to commemorate loved ones, celebrate milestones, and symbolize journeys of...
Exploring the Many Facets of Love: A Journey through Four Types
Love, the complex and profound emotion that has inspired poets, artists, and thinkers throughout centuries, comes in various forms. In this blog, let's embark on a journey through four types of love, each with its unique essence and significance. Agape:...
Unlocking the Energetic Symphony: Gems, Gold, and Silver
The energy of gems can be influenced by the metal settings they are surrounded by, whether it's gold or silver. Each metal has its unique energetic properties, and these can interact with the energy of gemstones. Here's a general overview:...
Gemstone Spotlight: Garnet
Dive into the enchanting world of Garnet with Anna Balkan Jewelry! ✨💎 Garnet is a gemstone known for its rich hues and is often associated with deep red colors, but it can be found in a range of colors, including...
Standing Strong: Supporting Ukrainian Families in Times of Crisis
Hello, dear friends of Anna Balkan Jewelry, Today, I want to share a deeply personal story that connects my past in Ukraine with the present, and how, with your incredible support, we've been able to make a difference for families...
Gemstone Spotlight: Tourmalated Quartz
Dive into the enchanting world of Tourmalated Quartz with Anna Balkan Jewelry! ✨💎 This captivating gemstone, a dance of clear quartz and black tourmaline, creates a stunning symphony of contrasts. Each piece is a unique masterpiece, showcasing the beauty that...
Anna Gives Back: Mosaic Georgia
Hi all you #BeautifulAndCapable! April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month & we are giving back to an organization that means so much to me: Mosaic Georgia.  Now through the end of April, we'll be donating 20% of all web sales...
Spring into Style - The Trendiest Colors for Spring/Sumer 2023
Temps aren't hot yet, but the trends for Spring and Summer 2023 sure are and we'll be taking a closer look at them this week! If you're shopping for vacation, special event, or just want to bring a little of...
The Art of Gifting Sparkle and Joy: Our Top Ten Favorite Jewelry Gifts
No matter the time of year, at Anna Balkan Jewelry, we love giving jewelry as gifts to the women in our lives!  Sisters, aunts, mothers, daughters, or besties. Birthdays, graduations, holidays, or just because. No matter the occasion, we’ve perfected...
Gem of the Month: Citrine
Hi all you #BeautifulAndCapable! We’re talking about Citrine today.  It’s the perfect stone for this time of year as the days get shorter and the nights get longer. Citrine’s shades of yellow, orange, and gold are like the sun’s brightness...
Gem of the Month: Tourmaline
Pumpkins, autumn leaves, hayrides, and corn mazes…it’s October, all you #Beautifuland Capable lovelies!  For gems, that means we’re taking a peek at October’s two birthstones, Tourmaline and Opal.  Like the autumn leaves, both gems are all about color. Tourmaline comes...
Gem of the Month: Lapis
To all our #BeautifulandCapable lovelies out there with September birthdays…this month is for you! September brings us cooler days, crisp autumn nights perfect for snuggling under blankets, trees full of leaves transforming into their brilliant hues, and it brings us...