Diamond buying becomes easier when you know which shortcuts create poor decisions. The goal is not to find a mythical “perfect” diamond. It is to understand what you are buying, see the trade-offs and choose a stone and setting that suit your budget and life.
1. Choosing carat weight instead of visible size
Carat measures…
Moissanite can resemble a diamond at first glance, but it is not a diamond and it is not a laboratory-grown diamond. It is a different gemstone with its own chemistry, optical character, price and story.
Both moissanite and diamond can be durable choices for an engagement ring. The better option depends on what you value:…
Thinking about lab grown diamonds? This post will give you the most comprehensive deep dive into laboratory grown diamonds, giving you more knowledge than 90% of the sales people out there and making sure you are getting the best quality diamond.
Having been in the diamond industry for over 25 years, working as a…
How to clean a diamond ring can be tricky
Jewellery makes for one of those special gifts, perfect for just about any occasion. Afterall, who doesn’t love receiving dazzling jewels to show off?
It can highlight how much you care for a person, and the recipient can show you how much they appreciate the gift by wearing…
Before you get engaged with a temporary engagement ring
You might be wondering, What is a temporary engagement ring? It is simply a ring that you can get engaged with NOW, until you find the dream engagement ring. You can still have that amazing proposal experience your partner has been waiting for without the big…
An Eternity ring is usually the third ring worn on the engagement ring finger. It usually sits on the side furthest away from you. If your wedding band is a diamond band, it will normally be the same style. However sometimes there can be a few variations. Here are a few of the questions i…
Confused by the diamond certificate?
Have you ever looked at a diamond certificate and had no idea what all the numbers and percentages mean? Don't worry, you are not alone. Starting out can be a bit daunting, not only do you have to find the ring that she likes but you need to make sure…
Believe it or not Christmas and New Year’s Eve are the two biggest events on the calendar for proposals. Having helped over 5800 couples on their journey to finding their perfect engagement ring, it never ceases to amaze me how popular this time of year is.
I can't really blame guys for choosing this time to propose.…
Have you ever wondered what you should do, if you hate your engagement ring. I know hate is a very strong word, and most ladies would be happy with whatever their partner chose.
But for some the engagement ring is their most prized possession, so it simply has to be perfect.
So if…
Congratulations, on deciding to have your engagement ring specially designed. Hopefully you have read about the various stages of having your engagement ring specially designed. The next question most couples have, is how much will my custom made engagement ring cost?
In a recent survey - 79% of people surveyed expected to pay more for…