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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Not every stone or piece of jewelry is forever. Sometimes you might find it’s time to move on from one particular memory or piece of your history. When that happens, what’s the best way to approach selling your colored gemstone pieces? And how do you know you’re getting the best value? In this post, we’ll […]
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My hubs is pretty low maintenance when it comes to gifts which is, at times, infuriating. “It’s all good,” he says. “I’ll like whatever you get me!” He says. Whatever. If your husband is like mine, you and I both know that look on his face when he unwraps it. It’s a look of restrained […]
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