What Some Female Celebrities Wore @ the 2011 Golden Globe Awards

Posted on:  January 17th, 2011 by Faith S.

Hollywood celebrities have flocked the red carpet again as the 2011 Golden Globe Awards was held at the Beverly Hills Hilton in Beverly Hills CA last Sunday, January 16,2011. As usual, the ladies always get attention for the gowns they wore.

Black Swan star and Best Actress Nominee Natalie Portman wore a pink satin gown with contrasting red rose detail by Viktor & Rolf.


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What is your birthstone?

Posted on:  October 22nd, 2008 by Faith S.

January – Garnet

Red signifies fire and so is this gemstone, which is also associated with light. The garnet is a mythical gemstone that is used by travelers for protection. Since red also signifies, love, garnet can also be a great gift for your girlfriend or wife or for wedding anniversaries.

February – Amethyst

According to Greek mythology, this gemstone symbolizes solemnity or moderation that shows stability and sincerity.

March – Aquamarine

This pale blue-colored March gemstone is symbolic or warmth with serene calmness. The aquamarine color is said to eliminate fear and at the same time can cleanse the mind which is also good for meditation.

April – Diamond


The most famous off all the gemstones, also considered a “girl’s best friend,” represents luxurious elegance of beauty and infinite love. This is also the hardest mineral which is why it is unbreakable and will forever be the most valuable gemstones of all.

May – Emerald


Like its spring month, this gemstone has been a symbol of infinite growth and also symbolizes devotion and fidelity.

June – Pearl

This June’s birthstone symbolizes purity and innocence, the main reason why it is always worn in most weddings. This gemstone comes from an oyster that looks like an ugly ornament, but really comes out as the most beautiful glowing sphere.

July – Ruby

This gemstone matches the hot month of July with its deep crimson hue that is associated with romance, energy and sensual passion. This red gem also represents unending love and is the symbol traditionally used for 40th wedding anniversaries.

August – Peridot

This gemstone is highly prized and believed to posses magical powers, when it’s set on gold and worn, prevents the bearer to have nightmares. As the years went by, pirates you this gemstone to ward off evil.

September – Sapphire

Sapphire stands out among other gems because of its dark blue color, as if people were looking up and imagining the sky filled with this gemstone. The engagement rings are often having this kind of gemstone set on it to symbolize loyalty.

October – Opal

Australian myth says that fire was discovered through this gemstone when it was pecked by a pelican and caused a spark as it broke, flew out and lit some grass nearby. This is also believed to be the gem’s luster comes from – fire.

November – Citrine

This November’s gemstone has a dazzlingly luminous yellow invigorating color that is also believed to have a clear and creative mind to the bearer and drive out evil and bad habits makes a great gift for any birthday, especially this month.

December – Blue Topaz

The only gemstone is believed to have the power to make dreams come true, with its vivid blue color and clear brilliance. This gemstone is also said to help the bearer to be confident be peaceful in life.

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