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Although most of the emails we receive from readers are about engagement rings, we also get a lot of messages from readers seeking help choosing diamond earrings. Diamond stud earrings, which have a simple but elegant appearance, can make fantastic gifts and offer an incredible amount of versatility. They’re wearable in almost any environment, and …

With so many beautiful wedding rings, it’s tricky to decide which one you will want to still wear in 20 years. One of the reasons we love stacked rings is the never ending possibilities to expand your sparkle and express yourself. Kick off your heels and enjoy the process of rings without limits: hello ring …

If you’ve ever read our diamond buying guides, you’ll know that we emphasize prioritizing the features that have the biggest impact on a diamond’s appearance, such as its cut quality and carat weight, then aiming for high clarity and color. This approach ensures your budget will be spent where it’s most effective — on the …

One of the most common questions we get from readers is whether or not it’s safe to purchase an engagement ring or other diamond jewelry online. Diamonds are expensive, and as a result of this, it’s natural to have some misgivings about the prospect of buying one online, sight unseen. However, not only is buying …

When you realize you want to marry your partner, there are many potential anxieties. Will they say yes? How will I ask? Do I talk to their parents first? Can I afford a diamond ring? Breathe. You are going to figure out these questions. And while we can’t help you know if they’ll say yes, …

The radiant cut is an appealing diamond shape that, in many ways, offers the very best of both worlds when it comes to value and brilliance. Not only does it have excellent brilliance and fire; it’s also significantly more affordable per carat than the popular round brilliant cut. As the GIA states, “for those who …

With its 56 facets, elongated shape and sharply pointed ends, the marquise cut is a unique and eye-catching diamond shape that can look fantastic in an engagement ring. As a type of fancy shape diamond, buying a marquise cut diamond can be a more involved and challenging process than buying a round diamond. As such, …

There’s plenty to think about when you are planning a proposal, and buying the ring is certainly one of the most important things to check off your list before you ask your significant other to marry you.  Finding and choosing the right engagement ring is a process that takes time and consideration, but one of …