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Top 5 best Jewelery Gift Ideas, from $200 to $5,000 CAN

Top 5 best Jewellery Gift Ideas - Atelier Lou

Let’s face it, gift giving can be challenging.  Juggling to know when to give what gift, what’s acceptable and what the recipient will love is a lot! How do you know what to choose, and what meaning should you ascribe to the gifts you give?  We have a great guide to assist you in your […]

Do I need to wind my watch?

Do I need to wind my watch?

This, in one form or another, is a question that many customers ask us on a regular basis. Straight forward enough, but in order to answer the question, we need to present some background information. Quartz watches are powered by a battery, while mechanical watches are powered by the gradual release of energy from a […]

A Primer on Diamonds: What To Know Before You Buy

Before you begin shopping for an engagement ring, you should have a budget in mind. In most cases, the centre stone will account for the majority of your expenditure. Prices in the diamond industry can fluctuate dramatically with seemingly little apparent change. Going in with fairly specific parameters will help you find the right diamond […]

Are Watches Waterproof?

Many customers ask us if their watch is waterproof. The short answer is no, it is not. Watches can be water-resistant which will generally mean that they have a mark indicating the degree of water-resistance to which they have been tested (this mark is usually BAR, ATM, meters, feet or a combination of these). Something […]