Surprisingly, more men than women believe this is an important
tradition (40 percent men vs. Adults choose Angelina Jolie
(chosen by 19 percent of men) and George Clooney (chosen by 27 percent
of women) as the celebrities they would most want to receive
Valentine's Day proposals from this February . Blue Nile has established some
of the highest quality standards in the industry and provides consumers with
in-depth educational materials and unique online tools that place consumers in
control of the jewelry shopping process.novatris. SAM'S CLUB Offers Consumers Fancy Colored Diamonds in Pink and Yellow,
Bringing Celebrity 'Must-Haves' to Middle America Just in Time for Mother's
Day

BENTONVILLE, Ark.
SAM'S CLUB, the nation's largest discount warehouse chain, announced today
that they will make available a 3.

About SAM 'S CLUB Jewelry Department
For more than 20 years, SAM'S CLUB has offered exceptional quality
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It also matters more to men (44 percent men vs.
-- Of "The Four C's," don't sacrifice on cut: A diamond has four major
characteristics -- cut, color, clarity, and carat weight, known as "The
Four Cs. For example, instead of
a 1 carat, look for a .

For Valentine's Day, all Blue Nile orders are shipped absolutely free.

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Perhaps men
want women involved in the process out of fear of choosing the wrong
ring (62 percent men vs. In effect, you're paying for
something that you can't see.

For example, to achieve the best value
consider a near-colorless (G-H) instead of a colorless (D, E, F)
diamond or a VS2 (Very Slightly Included) clarity grade as opposed to
an FL (Flawless) clarity grade."
While only one person in the world is going to be lucky enough to get this
unique pink diamond pendant, any luxury shopper looking for high quality
jewelry at affordable prices will be impressed with the selection offered by
SAM'S CLUB.

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. Sampling error for the various
sub-samples are higher and vary.bluenile. (http://www.com/europe) and Asia offices, its wholly-owned
subsidiary Novatris in Paris, France (http://www.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050504/DAW033-a
http://www. According
to Breazeale, selling the pendant for more than $250,000 less than its
appraised value exemplifies the core of the SAM'S CLUB mission. While consumer
interest and demand in fancy colored diamonds continues to grow, a commitment
to value remains the key to purchasing decisions at SAM'S CLUB.

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.m.cahttp://www.5 ct white pear shape
diamond and is set in an 18K platinum antique setting.83 cts.
"Fancy colored diamonds are the hottest trend in jewelry ," said SAM'S CLUB
jewelry expert Dee Breazeale.

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.com have thorough education sections. The best have been
graded by independent gem laboratories.uk.com), based in Rochester,
New York, is the 13th largest and the fastest-growing market research firm in
the world, most widely known for The Harris Poll(R) and for its pioneering
leadership in the online market research industry. "We are thrilled to bring the fancy colored
diamond trend enjoyed by Hollywood's elite to the general consumer population. The purchasing agent of choice,
SAM'S CLUB provides everyday low costs to more than 46 million entrepreneurs
and consumers.

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-- It's OK to be shy: Diamond prices jump at the carat and half-carat
marks, so try to buy just shy of these levels.
Blue Nile's shares are traded on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol
NILE. If pink isn't her color, try the 27 ct
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Whether on bended knee or not, for those planning to pop the question this
Valentine's Day, Blue Nile offers the following tips:
-- Research, research , research: Buying a diamond is not rocket science. With a
little research men can quickly become experts and buy like a
professional diamond buyer.83 cts of melee and 83 diamonds weighing .com beginning this Friday, May 6, for the everyday low
cost of $610,000.

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ET, to receive free overnight shipping in time for Valentine's Day.S. Blue Nile can
be found online at http://www.

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Even more
important? -- Leave family and friends at home, say 91 percent of
respondents." These characteristics determine the diamond's quality and
price.S. The balance of the
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Key findings include:
-- To knee or not to knee? Only 36 percent of adults believe it is
important that a man get down on one knee when he proposes.. 39 percent women ),
suggesting just how much they fret over the proposal and the engagement
ring purchase . A surprising
number of adults are not enamored of the rich and famous, with 32
percent saying they wouldn't want a proposal from any celebrity. Insist your diamond is
accompanied by an independent grading report from either the GIA
(Gemological Institute of America) or AGSL (American Gem Society
Laboratories). Diamonds accompanied by grading reports from these labs
are the most highly valued, as their quality is considered guaranteed.95 carat diamond . And while the pink diamond pendant is truly one-of-a-kind, SAM'S
CLUB also offers many other gift options for one-of-a-kind mothers and
grandmothers this Mother's Day holiday.
SAM'S CLUB (http://www.
(NYSE: WMT), is the nation's largest warehouse chain in the United States
serving small business owners and operators.

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However, the study also showed that traditional
proposal customs were much more important to younger adults, suggesting we're
entering a new era of romance. 58 percent women).
-- The sweet spots: As color and clarity grades improve, diamond prices
increase .
And the timing of this pendant couldn't be better.

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George Clooney and Angelina Jolie top list of most wanted Valentine's Day
proposals

SEATTLE, On bended knee? Does size
matter? Clooney or Pitt? Aniston or Jolie? These are just a few of the
questions answered in the Valentine 's Day Romance Survey* commissioned by Blue
Nile, the nation's leading online jeweler. 32 percent women). However, young adults, aged 18-34, are much more inclined to
feel it's important to propose on bended knee, 59 percent, compared to
an average of 25 percent for older age groups . While only 41
percent of adults admit that the size of the diamond is important, it's
a bigger deal in the Northeast, where 49 percent indicate size matters,
compared to 39 percent of those living in other regions of the country.
-- Should I ask for their blessing? The majority, 53 percent, say it's
important to ask your future in-laws for their blessing . At the bottom of the
list, Tanya Harding and Axl Rose each received one vote.
Harris Interactive serves clients worldwide through its United States, Europe
(http://www. Valued at just over $750 ,000,
this amazing trend piece will be available to SAM'S CLUB members nationwide
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Valentine's Day Study Shows Romance Is Thriving; Men Younger Adults More Likely to Adhere to Proposal Traditions

Unlike other traditions where
younger adults were more likely to adhere to romantic traditions,
respondents find a Valentine's Day proposal more and more romantic as
they age. All are important, but a diamond 's cut is the most critical
because it creates the most sparkle.newscom. Thanks to SAM'S CLUB , consumers now can cash in on the
colored diamond craze without paying millions -- and just in time for Mother's
Day.com beginning Friday, May 6.

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"Traditions such as proposing
on bended knee and the man choosing the engagement ring alone are much less
popular than anticipated. It has built a well respected brand by providing consumers with
a better way to buy diamonds and fine jewelry. Long recognized by its
clients for delivering insights that enable confident business decisions, the
Company blends the science of innovative research with the art of strategic
consulting to deliver knowledge that leads to measurable and enduring value.

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Again , young
adults (61 percent), and especially young men (68 percent), were most
likely to adhere to this tradition, compared to 49 percent of those in
other age groups. Data were weighted to
reflect the total U.S. In theory, with a probability sample of this size, one can say with 95
percent certainty that the overall results have a sampling error of plus or
minus 3 percentage points of what they would be had the entire U.harrisinteractive.newscom.samsclub.

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from
January 19 -23, 2006, via its QuickQuery(SM) online omnibus, interviewing a
nationwide sample of 2,417 U.co.
Magnificent by all standards, this piece truly is the mother of all Mother's
Day gifts.
"SAM'S CLUB has a truly wonderful selection of jewelry for the person that
wants the best quality at the best price ," said Breazeale.com is hand-selected and undergoes a quality inspection by
the SAM'S CLUB Quality Assurance Lab prior to shipping.

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With more than 50,000 Americans
popping the question this Valentine 's Day**, Blue Nile's survey examines many
of the traditions -- old and new -- that have become synonymous with romance,
proposals, February 14, and of course, diamonds.
-- Be honest, is it cheesy? No, a Valentine's Day proposal is romantic,
according to 63 percent of adults.

"Just as proposal traditions change over time, so is the manner in which
adults are buying engagement rings," said Mark Vadon, CEO of Blue Nile. Even a diamond with perfect color
and clarity, but a poor cut, will appear dull. The Blue Nile Web site showcases more
than 60,000 independently certified diamonds and more than 1,000 styles of
fine jewelry at prices significantly below traditional retail.

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Out West it's even
less important, as 71 percent plan to keep both feet firmly on the
ground. "Our
commitment to consumer education, award-winning customer service and quality ,
along with the value we provide, has made Blue Nile one of the largest sellers
of high-quality diamond engagement rings in the U.S.harrisinteractive.

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It's
especially true in the South, where 58 percent say it's important,
compared to 50 percent of those living in other regions . You'll save a significant
amount of money and the slight size difference will never be noticed . This online sample is not a probability
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In fact , according to a recent survey by the Jewelry Consumer Opinion
Council (JCOC), fashion conscious Americans , especially married women between
the ages of 24 and 55, are seeking out affordable, fancy colored diamonds and
gemstones in droves.74 carat, one-of-a-kind pink diamond pendant
online at http: //www. "We offer members a
fantastic value and the word is getting out! People who discover SAM'S CLUB
jewelry are really amazed at the quality and the great prices.samsclub.

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-- Size matters -- Especially if you live in the Northeast.
Web sites like BlueNile. adult population on the basis of region, age within
gender, education, household income, race/ethnicity, and propensity to be
online.

About Harris Interactive(R)
Harris Interactive Inc.harrispollonline . What mom wouldn't be
delighted to receive a piece of jewelry worth $813,000 for Mother's Day?"
While other consumer retail and designer jewelry stores offer similar
fancy colored pieces at prices upwards of $750,000, SAM'S CLUB is making this
exceptional pendant with approximately 5 cts of combined pink and white
diamonds available to members for the everyday low cost of $560,000.

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"Our Valentine's Day Romance Survey shows romance is alive and well, but
also that many of the traditional proposal practices are evolving," said John
Baird, diamond and jewelry expert for Blue Nile.
-- Let's get personal .
Customers can place orders for most items as late as Monday , February 13, at 3
p. adults aged 18 and over.com

**American Wedding Study 2002.

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*Survey Methodology
Harris Interactive(R) fielded the study on behalf of Blue Nile, Inc . adult
population been polled with complete accuracy.

About Blue Nile, Inc.com), and through an
independent global network of affiliate market research companies. EOE M/F/D/V
To become a member of the Harris Poll Online(SM) and be invited to
participate in future online surveys, go to http://www., Hollywood's latest
fashion craze is color, diamonds with color, that is! From J -Lo's pink diamond
engagement ring, which was so popular that her jeweler bought it back after
the demise of her relationship with Ben Affleck, to Sean "Puffy" Combs' yellow
diamond cufflinks, to Oprah's first set of diamond stud earrings (in pink of
course), celebrity fashionistas have begun a color craze that has consumers
clamoring for the generally high priced gems worn by their favorite stars. Valued at nearly
$1 million and fully certified by the International Gemological Institute
(IGI), the pink center stone is accented with a 0.com include: exotic flowers and live plants such as the
Phalaenopsis Orchid or Bromeliad Garden; travel packages from SAM'S CLUB
Travel Department; electronics like digital audio players or digital cameras;
and fresh bakery items, including chocolate and lemon poppy seed muffins,
custom decorated cakes or carrot cake, and a variety of cookies.com ), a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

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Americans would choose to propose at a spot that
has personal significance to the couple (83 percent), over a nice
restaurant (12 percent), a public sporting event (1 percent), or even a
romantic destination, such as the Eiffel Tower (4 percent ).
-- Two's company .
-- Buy certified: All diamonds are not created equal. However, above certain color and clarity grades the human eye
cannot detect these subtle differences.samsclub .
Other great Mother's Day items available at SAM'S CLUB and
http://www.

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Sixty percent of adults believe both members of the
couple should be involved in choosing an engagement ring.
-- Jolie or Aniston? We'll take Jolie.
Founded in 1999, Blue Nile is the leading online retailer of diamonds and
fine jewelry.bluenile.

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