Jewelry Styling Tips: Perfect Gemstones to Complement Every Hair Color Discover the perfect gemstones to complement your hair color and elevate your jewelry collection with deBoulle’s exquisite pieces. When it comes to selecting fine jewelry, the right gemstone can elevate your entire look and make a bold, beautiful statement. Matching gemstones to your hair color isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about creating harmony that draws attention to your natural features while showcasing the unparalleled beauty of your jewelry. At deBoulle Diamond & Jewelry, we pride ourselves on offering only the most exquisite natural gemstones, hand-selected for their superior quality, brilliance, and flawless craftsmanship. Each piece in our collection is a testament to the artistry and precision that goes into creating timeless heirlooms. From the deep allure of rubies to the radiant sparkle of diamonds, our gemstones are more than accessories; they are treasures designed to enhance your unique style and beauty. Let’s explore how to choose the perfect gemstones to complement your hair color, so you can create looks that are not only striking but truly unforgettable. Brunettes Shine with Luxurious Contrasts and Vibrant Accents Brunette hair, with its deep and rich tones, pairs beautifully with luminous gemstones that create contrast. Pearls and diamonds bring a radiant softness, while rubies and turquoises add vivid color accents to highlight your complexion. For a warm, everyday look, topazes in honey-yellow or Madeira wine hues add magic. Piece Recommendation: Enhance your style with the deBoulle High Jewelry Collection Ruby and Diamond Earrings—a brilliant combination that accentuates brunette tones with a vibrant pop of red and a touch of sparkle. Tip: Avoid gemstones with overly dark undertones, like garnets or deep amethysts, unless offset with lighter accents. Black Hair + Bold Sophistication Black hair creates a dramatic backdrop for gemstones that radiate bold, vivid hues. Tanzanite, with its rich blue-violet color, is an exceptional choice for those seeking a sophisticated and luxurious look. Its vibrant tones provide a stunning contrast to the deep shine of black hair, making it an ideal gemstone for creating unforgettable, elegant statements. For those with brown eyes, the cool brilliance of tanzanite enhances natural warmth, while diamonds or sapphire accents lend a touch of timeless refinement. Piece Recommendation: The deBoulle Collection Tanzanite Drop Earrings are a perfect match for black hair, showcasing the vibrant depth of tanzanite complemented by a delicate white gold setting. These earrings balance boldness with refinement, elevating your look for both formal occasions and everyday luxury. Tip: For added drama, pair tanzanite with diamonds or pearls to achieve a glamorous, multi-dimensional effect that enhances your natural beauty. Redheads Deserve Fiery Elegance Red hair’s rich, fiery hues and fair complexions are beautifully complemented by greens and blues that bring out their natural vibrancy. Emeralds, sapphires, and jade enhance the brilliance of red hair, while soft lilac or deep purple amethysts add a touch of romantic allure. For the best effect, avoid earthy tones like yellow or brown, as they may compete with your warm coloring. Piece Recommendation: Embrace your bold beauty with the deBoulle High Jewelry Collection Heart Shaped Earrings. Featuring exquisite heart-shaped diamonds in a delicate white gold setting, these earrings are a captivating statement of luxury. Their sparkling brilliance perfectly complements red hair, enhancing its fiery elegance with timeless sophistication. Tip: Choose light-colored metals like platinum or white gold to allow the gemstones to shine. Blondes Complement with Radiance  Blonde hair’s natural luminosity pairs beautifully with gemstones that enhance its radiance. Aquamarines, rubies, and topazes create a vibrant glow, while deep sapphires provide an eye-catching contrast. Pearls in soft cream or pink tones offer timeless sophistication, and diamonds remain an evergreen choice for adding regal charm. Piece Recommendation: Elevate your golden locks with the deBoulle Estate Collection Fancy Sapphire Necklace. This stunning piece features a spectrum of sapphires in a luxurious design, making it the perfect choice to enhance your radiant beauty with an artistic and colorful touch. Tip: Skip plain metallic designs and choose pieces with vivid gemstone accents to add depth and brilliance to your look. Grey and Silver Hair = Timeless Beauty Grey and silver hair radiate sophistication and grace, creating an ideal canvas for gemstones and symbols that embody timeless elegance. Among these, the snake motif stands out as a powerful symbol of transformation, eternity, and resilience—qualities that align beautifully with the confidence and poise of those who embrace their silver strands. From Cleopatra and Elizabeth Taylor to contemporary style icons like Jennifer Lopez and Taylor Swift, the serpent motif has remained a beloved emblem of enduring allure. To elevate this refined look, diamonds, amethysts, and sapphires offer classic sophistication, while turquoise brings a touch of playful vibrancy. For those seeking a striking contrast, the warm tones of Madeira topaz provide a radiant complement to lighter complexions. Piece Recommendation: Embrace the symbolism of transformation and elegance with the deBoulle Collection Snake Hoop Earrings in Yellow Gold. These exquisite hoops merge classic design with bold artistry, celebrating the timeless allure of the snake in a piece that perfectly enhances the cool tones of grey or silver hair. Tip: Platinum or white gold settings pair beautifully with the cool undertones of grey and silver hair, ensuring a harmonious and sophisticated finish. Let deBoulle help you find the perfect piece of history, beauty, and sophistication. At deBoulle, we believe that the right gemstone can elevate your style, enhancing your natural beauty and creating a timeless, effortless look. By pairing the perfect gems with your hair color, you can achieve a harmonious and striking aesthetic that reflects your unique elegance.  Explore our exquisite collection of natural gemstones and expertly crafted designs to find the jewelry that complements your style and celebrates your individuality. Let deBoulle help you shine with confidence, sophistication, and effortless grace. Discover deBoulle online or immerse yourself in the deBoulle Experience by visiting our Dallas or Houston showroom. A trip to Texas isn’t complete without a stop at deBoulle, where artistry meets opulence, and every piece tells a story of timeless beauty. For a personalized touch, book an appointment with our expert concierge team here.  

Nick Boulle to compete in the 2025 Chevrolet Grand Prix at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park with PR1/Mathiasen Motorsport on Sunday, July 13th. This will mark Boulle’s second running in the Chevrolet Grand Prix at CTMP. Boulle previously secured first place at the 2024 Chevrolet Grand Prix with Inter Europol by PR1/Mathiasen Motorsport. Boulle will race with Ben Pendersen. The team gets behind the wheel of the #52 Oreca 07 LMP2 car. “After last year’s success with PR1 Motorsports & Inter Europol at Mosport particularlyl, I’m excited to at the opportunity to drive with the team again! Mosport is such a special track to be able to compete at as well that it is a thrill all on its own. I’m hoping Ben & I can work well together and get the team a good result this weekend.” The race takes place this Sunday, July 13th, with the green flag set to wave at 12:05PM CST, and the checkered flying the same day 2 hours and 40 minutes later at 2:05PM CST. Race coverage will start with qualifying on Saturday afternoon, July 12th, from 2:55PM CST on IMSA.tv. and Peacock. IMSA.tv. Peacock and USA will then continue coverage on Sunday morning, July 13th, starting at 12:05 PM CST.  For the second consecutive year, LMP2 cars run as the lead class as the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship heads to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park as part of a 35-car, three-class race. The 12 LMP2 cars run alongside 10 Grand Touring Daytona Pro (GTD PRO) and 13 Grand Touring Daytona (GTD) cars. Half the LMP2 cars have adjusted lineups for their first two-hour, 40-minute race of the season, including several Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) driver fill-ins. The Chevrolet Grand Prix weekend at the historic venue colloquially known as “Mosport” is IMSA’s only event staged outside of the United States. Located approximately 60 miles east of Toronto, CTMP is a fast and flowing 2.459-mile road course that has been a favorite of drivers and racing fans since its inception in 1961.

The Fiery Legacy of Rubies: Passion, Protection, and Power Learn the history and mystery of the gemstone of passion, love, and desire, the ruby! The ruby is not only a symbol of love and passion, but it has captivated civilization for thousands of years and has well and truly earned its nickname as the ‘king of precious stones.’ Rubies have had a long relationship with royalty, wealth, and power. Surprisingly, many people believed that simply possessing a ruby would not only protect your wealth but also assist you in accumulating more wealth. And when it comes to wearing a stone as bold as the ruby, pairing it with the right metal can elevate its impact even further. If you're exploring options for your next jewelry purchase, consider how different metals complement your skin tone — our guide, Which Metal Works Best for Your Skin Tone?, can help you make the most radiant choice. Formation and Origin of Rubies Rubies are formed from the mineral aluminum oxide or corundum. Rubies are created deep below the Earth’s surface, under intense pressure and heat. Corundum is composed of densely packed aluminum and oxygen atoms, which results in a colorless compound, but when some of the aluminum atoms are replaced with other minerals, the stones take different colors. It is the addition of chromium during this process that results in the deep red hue found in the color of rubies. If ferric iron is present, along with chromium, the result can be extremely rare pink or orange shades of ruby. Unfortunately, the presence of either iron or silica will prevent the formation of a ruby, and the abundance of both elements in the Earth’s crust makes the chance of a ruby forming very rare indeed. Most rubies are found in Asia, in countries such as Thailand, India, Myanmar, Pakistan, and Nepal being the biggest ruby mining countries. The majority of rubies are found around the Himalayan mountain ranges, which were formed when the two continents, the Indian subcontinent and Asia, collided almost 50 million years ago, creating the world’s biggest deposit of rubies. However, rubies have also been found worldwide, including Montana, Madagascar, and Macedonia. It’s pretty unbelievable to think but some of the rubies you’re wearing could be over 50 million years old! Most rubies contain natural imperfections or inclusions, known as silk or rutile needles, which have been present since the ruby was formed. These natural imperfections are key identifiers that separate the lab-created ruby from a natural one. The Symbolism and History of Rubies Stretching across various cultures, throughout history, rubies have had a strong royal or regal connection, and it’s this connection to royalty that earned them the nickname, ‘the king’s gemstone.’ The ruby symbolized power, wealth, prosperity, authority, and offered supernatural protection. A Protective Talisman It was believed that the ruby extended powerful protection to its wearer and was traditionally worn on the left side, closest to the heart, for maximum protection. Most of the beliefs surrounding the ruby are related to the protection of assets, wealth, power, territory, and status. The protection of a ruby even extended to the wearer’s home, protecting it from natural elements such as storms. Rubies and the Life-Force Connection The intense, blood-red color of rubies has naturally led to a strong connection between humans and blood. Warriors going into battle or anyone facing physical damage often had a strong connection to rubies. This connection manifested itself in different cultures and civilizations. Burmese Traditions – Ancient Burmese warriors and soldiers not only wore the ruby as protection during battle, but also had rubies inserted into their flesh, believing it granted them immunity from swords, spears, and gunfire. Indian Legends – Ancient Indians believed that rubies could heal wounds and stem bleeding, while reducing inflammation, and that large rubies could grant the wearer total protection. Archers often wore rings featuring rubies to protect their thumbs during battle. European Beliefs – Paracelsus, a renowned 16th-century physician and alchemist, reportedly used ruby in some of his treatments. He used crushed or powdered rubies as part of a treatment for cancer ulcers.4 A Ruby's Inner Glow It’s no surprise that rubies are so popular, considering their rich and deep red color, but it’s when you gaze upon them, their inner fire truly seals the deal, and it was this inner glow that spawned several legends.  It was once said that a large enough ruby placed in water would instantly cause the water to boil, and even if hidden beneath protective coverings, a ruby’s inner fire would shine through. From ancient warriors to royal courts, the ruby’s fiery spirit has long inspired awe, desire, and reverence. Whether you're drawn to its rich symbolism or its timeless beauty, there’s no better way to honor its legacy than with a piece crafted to last for generations. Do you need assistance picking out the perfect piece of ruby jewelry, or want to create your own piece of custom ruby jewelry? Please don’t hesitate to contact our experienced team at deBoulle Diamond & Jewelry. Discover our stunning collection of high-end jewelry in Dallas and Houston at deBoulle Diamond & Jewelry, featuring exquisite diamond engagement rings and luxury timepieces perfect for that special proposal. Visit us in-store or explore our selection online, and don’t hesitate to contact our expert staff with any questions or to view these magnificent pieces in person. Ruby FAQs and Fun Facts Why are rubies red? – Rubies are a type of corundum that gets its red color from the presence of chromium during formation. Where did the ruby get its name? – Ruby comes from the Latin word ‘ruber’, which means red. Where are rubies mined? – Rubies are mined in various countries, including Myanmar, Afghanistan, Cambodia, Australia, India, Malawi, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the United States. How hard are rubies? – Rubies measure 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them a tough and durable gemstone. However, natural rubies often have fissures and cracks caused by chromium. The only gemstone that is harder than rubies is diamonds. How rare are rubies? – Rubies are among the rarest gemstones in the world, and the highest-quality and most sought-after rubies come from Myanmar due to their exceptional deep red color. How big is the world’s largest ruby? – The title for the world’s biggest ruby is currently the 125 West Ruby, which weighs in at over 8.2 lbs and 18,696 carats. The largest mined ruby is the Liberty Bell Ruby, which comes in at over 8,500 carats and was cut and polished into the shape of the Liberty Bell.