Pearls are the dowager queens of the fine jewelry world. Their soft, breathtaking luster is as at home in a sunlit estate garden party as it is in the smoky shadows of your favorite speakeasy. Favored by fashionistas throughout history from Grace Kelly and Coco Chanel through to Scarlett Johansson and Katy Perry, pearls bring […]
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Diamond fluorescence is one of those things that people “in the know” can’t seem to agree on. Is it a thing of beauty, a prized anomaly reserved for only a select few? Or is fluorescence in diamonds a shameful secret to be hidden between the lines of a dusty diamond grading report? Are fluorescent diamonds […]
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What is a diamond ring appraisal, and why does it matter? I asked myself the same question when shopping for my engagement ring. Yes, we eschewed tradition and I picked out my own! There are many questions to ask and much to learn during the process of shopping for an engagement ring. Things like Once […]
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When selling diamonds, it’s important to know what factors influence diamond resale value so you can get the best price for your jewelry. It can be emotional to part with jewelry you no longer have a place for in your life, especially if you are selling an engagement ring or other meaningful piece. But as […]
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If you’re looking for bridesmaid proposal ideas right now, chances are you’ve got a pack who’ve got your back through thick and thin. And who’s more deserving of an official proposal than that? In this post, the team has rounded up some really great proposal ideas for your future bridesmaids. Also, we’ll answer a few […]
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While many diamonds are stunning enough to stand on their own, a diamond accent can mean the difference between “stunning” and breathtaking. Imagine this scene… You’re sitting in a darkened theatre, surrounded by the low chatter of excited theatre goers on either side of you. A show! How exciting! But wait — the curtain is […]
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Truth be told, if I could do it all over again I would totally opt for a raw diamond engagement ring. These stunning stones are a little rough around the edges (just like me) but when set in a beautiful, rustic ring, there is nothing more captivating. Don’t get me wrong – I love the […]
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Collecting vintage jewelry and looking for tips to identify vintage jewelry? How else will you know if you have a treasure on your hands? Our comprehensive guide will help de-mystify vintage jewelry and help you sort the vintage gems and jewels from the cheap costume bling. One (Woman’s) Trash… There’s nothing quite like the thrill […]
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If you are knee-deep in wedding planning, you may have run accross the term accommodation card. In which case, you can skip straight to our lineup of cards we’re obsessing over. Go find your favorite and get on with your wedding stationary assembly! However, if you have just started planning, you may wonder, “what is […]
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