When it comes to diamond engagement rings, looks are only half the story. Every diamond has a personality of its own, and the characteristics that make it one-of-a-kind can affect its market value. A GIA certification acts as a report on a diamond’s individuality, and learning to read it will help you crack the secrets…
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Everything You Need to Know About Diamond Fluorescence
When it comes to shopping for diamonds, most consumers are familiar with the 4 C’s; color, clarity, cut and carat weight. However, the 4 C’s are not the only characteristics of a diamond that influence its’ appearance and value. Depending on the diamond, fluorescence can also play a role in your diamond choice. What is…
Keeping Your Jewelry Clean
You have hand picked all of your jewelry, and each piece is special and loved. However, if you notice that your diamonds don’t have the same shine that they did when you purchased them, it may be time for a cleaning. With regular wear, your diamonds may develop a build up of oils from your…
Your Guide To Jewelry Stacking and Layering
Stacking your jewelry is the perfect way to switch up your look and keep your jewelry collection feeling fresh. The flexibility that comes with layering your pieces in different ways is endless. When it comes to stacking, there are no rules. Playing around with different looks ahead of time is a fantastic way to see…
What you should know when choosing insurance for your engagement ring
Your engagement ring is a sentimental piece of jewelry that you wear day after day for many years. The ring is also a valuable piece of jewelry that could become lost or stolen. With insurance, you can ensure that the ring is protected in the event of loss or theft. Finding the right insurance policy…
3 Facts About Diamonds You Should Know
Nothing shines quite as brilliantly as diamonds, and when you put one on, you’re wearing a fascinating piece of history. Most diamonds found in nature are estimated to be between one and three billion years old. Maybe that’s why this gem continues to dazzle all of us with its enormous beauty. Join us as we…
How to Choose a Wedding Band that Complements Your Engagement Ring
Getting engaged is one of the most exciting moments in life. Brides and grooms may find it challenging to choose an engagement ring that is beautiful, symbolic of their love, and is a style they will want to wear day in and day out. An additional point of stress can be finding a wedding band…
Sapphires, Rubies and Emeralds, Oh My!
Whether you want to compliment your diamond or are looking to show off your favorite color, sapphires, rubies and emeralds are spectacular feature stones for engagement rings and wedding jewelry. Just like diamonds, not all specimens are created equal. Learn how to shop for these gemstones to ensure you get the superior quality you deserve….
Celebrity Engagement Ring Ideas For You
Give your beloved the celebrity treatment when proposing by presenting her with a beautiful engagement ring fit for the stars. Take your inspiration right from the celebrities themselves by incorporating the latest celebrity engagement ring trends into the ring you choose for your fiancé. Yellow Diamonds Yellow diamond engagement rings are an intense and vibrant…
The Brilliance of Pear-Shaped Diamonds Throughout History
Pear-shaped diamonds have graced the world with their elegant beauty since their creation in the 1400s and have been a popular choice ever since. Though the specifics of the cut and its uses have changed somewhat throughout history, its beauty has not. Pear-shaped diamonds are a popular choice today for couples looking for a diamond…
The Importance of Insuring Your Jewelry
Jewelry of any kind, especially diamonds, may be considered an investment with value that can be passed down to future generations. The amount of money tied to these pieces may be more than you could replace should something happen. It’s for this reason that many people pay for insurance that covers at least some of the…
Radiant or Cushion Cut: Which Is Right for Me?
After the detailed process of sorting through a vast collection of diamonds, you’ve finally settled on two cuts. They have a similar look and style, but the jeweler informs you that one is a cushion cut and the other is a radiant cut. You take another moment to inspect both pieces and find yourself stumped…
Understanding How White Gold and Platinum Are Different
Whether you’re getting engaged, a collector of fine jewelry or just routinely involved with investing in high-end custom jewelry, you may benefit from learning more about the differences between white gold and platinum. Though the two metals look fairly similar, the natural white color of the platinum will never fade. With time, the white gold’s…
The Four Ways Color is Described in Sapphire Engagement Rings
Since Princess Kate wore a sapphire engagement ring before marrying Prince William, the deep blue stone has become more popular year after year. Sapphires are gorgeous, and when it comes to hardness, these gemstones are second to the diamond. Before choosing a sapphire, however, it is important to understand how sapphires are evaluated based on…
Our Most Popular Diamond Cuts for the Modern Bride
We know how important it is for today’s brides to have engagement rings that reflect their personal tastes and styles. Of course, the diamond is what sets each ring apart as unique. Whether you or your fiancé is choosing the ring, start with this helpful guide to some of the most popular contemporary diamond cuts….
Men’s Wedding Bands: Celebrating a New Romantic Tradition
Men’s wedding rings are a relatively new tradition, historically speaking. While there is some archaeological evidence that women have been wearing wedding rings for thousands of years, men only began wearing these symbolic ornaments in the early 1900s. A Romantic Gesture That Caught On The tradition of matching bride and groom wedding bands began when…
Why Custom-designed Rings Might Be Right for You
Shopping for an engagement ring is one of the most exciting moments that couples share. If you want to pop the question in an unexpected way and get her to say yes, you might consider buying the ring long before you ask her to marry you. While you will find a number of different rings…
Diamond Engagement Rings in the History of Humanity
People in all cultures have worn jewelry since before time was recorded. In fact, our ancestors may have decorated themselves with jewelry before they wore clothes. They made their ornamentation from bones, feathers, seeds and other natural materials. Rings today are just as unique, especially when custom designed by expert jewelers. Rings Represent Eternity Historians believe…
Turn Heads with Vintage-inspired Engagement Rings
There is something about a vintage-inspired engagement ring that just seems to catch the eye and turn heads. Because your engagement ring is something you’ll wear for the rest of your life, it’s important that you give some thought to your own personal style and which type of vintage-inspired ring will work best for you…
Accentuate Your Style by Adding a Touch of Color to Your Diamonds
Diamonds are Perfect for Any Occasion Wearing diamonds is one of the best ways to make a fashion statement, regardless of your lifestyle. They are timeless pieces of jewelry that never go out of style, and they have always been worn to represent special events, like weddings, engagements, birthdays, graduations and anniversaries. The idea of…
