So, how much should I spend on an engagement ring anyway? If you are asking how much to spend on an engagement ring, then congratulations are in order. You are head over heels and now you want to get married. However, picking out the perfect diamond ring can be stressful. You want to make sure you get your love something they will cherish forever, and that may mean shelling out a pretty penny. So, if you are asking yourself, "How much … [Read more...]
How Does a Marquise Cut Diamond Look Like + Buying Guide
Looking for an elegant diamond cut? Then consider the marquise cut diamond. Also known as the navette, boat, eye, or foot-balled shaped cut, a marquise diamond cut will draw attention to your exquisite taste. The marquise cut is especially fresh in a sea of round brilliant, cushion, oval, and princess cut gemstones. A marquise cut features an elliptical shape, pointed ends, and 56 light-catching facets. The diamond cut tends to slenderize the … [Read more...]
Chocolate Diamonds: All You Need to Know before Considering Them
What are chocolate diamonds? There are chocolate diamonds rings, earrings, necklaces, and more. First of all, the term “chocolate diamond” is a trademark of Le Vian Corp. Eddie LeVian, the CEO of Le Vian Corp says that chocolate jewelry is, in fact, fancy color diamonds that are popular because of their rarity and chocolate flavor. To be branded as chocolate diamond, there are is some criteria to be taken into consideration: color, … [Read more...]
Antique Ring Style Guide: Your Most Charming Options
At the moment, there is an abundance of choices available when it comes to rings. Whether you are looking for an engagement ring or a wedding band, you will be overwhelmed by the impressive amount of options you have at your disposal. Our small antique ring style guide is meant to provide you with a few valuable ideas if you are in search of a character-filled ring for your significant other. The ideal ring needs to meet series of core … [Read more...]
Men’s Diamond Wedding Bands
Choosing men’s diamond wedding band is not as easy as it sounds. You need to get it just right in quality, color, size and match his style. The type of ring depends on the preference and style of the man. Does the ring make a fashion statement? Does he prefer a silver or gold color that matches his style? Men’s diamond rings mostly match rings with their brides. Naturally the guy's ring is made less elaborate so that it doesn't reflect … [Read more...]
Turquoise Wedding Rings
One of the best things about unique wedding rings is that they turn heads, spark curiosity and are memorable to the wearer. This is true with turquoise wedding rings. While turquoise is a common element used in Native American jewelry, it is not limited to right hand rings, bracelets or necklaces. Wedding rings with turquoise inlay and diamonds (or not) are a stunning example of ingenuity and blending tradition with modernity. Turquoise … [Read more...]
Morganite Rings: A Gorgeous Alternative to Pink Diamonds
These days, colored diamonds are all the rage. From celebrities to the girl next door, we're seeing colorful stones abounding in engagement, wedding and right-hand rings. What most people may not know is that there is a suitable diamond alternative called morganite. Keep reading to find out whether or not morganite rings are for you. All About Morganite Rings Wedding, engagement and other types of rings have used morganite for … [Read more...]
Must-Read Tips for Proposing with an Engagement Ring on Valentine’s Day
Believe it or not, about four million American men propose to their girlfriends each Valentine's day. Naturally, Valentine's Day is a quintessentially romantic holiday and the one time in the year that you may need to have a little planning in place if you're dating someone. But what if you decide to bring an engagement ring into the mix? That is a game-changer (in a good way or not-so-good-way, depending on the relationship). It can be a great … [Read more...]
The Perfect Engagement Rings For Your Significant Other
There is surely no other milestone more important in your relationship than the moment of the marriage proposal; most likely, the only exception to this rule was the very moment when the two of you first met. Meeting the one you end up deciding is worthy of wearing the esteemed engagement ring is a one-of-a-kind moment in life. Now, actually picking out a ring for them is in no way an easy decision to make. Marking such a milestone in both of … [Read more...]
Diamond Nexus Labs: Cubic Zirconia or Lab Diamonds?
Updated in January 2016 With all the talk about diamond simulants (cubic zirconia), man-made diamonds, diamond alternatives, and lab created diamonds, it’s no wonder people get confused in their search for the perfect engagement ring. The Diamond Authority prides itself in educating the public about all the options out there for their jewelry needs—and this includes discussing the Diamond Nexus Labs diamond simulants. These substitutes … [Read more...]