Blue Nile and Kay Jewelers are two of the most recognized names in diamond jewelry, and both share the same parent company: Signet Jewelers, the world’s largest retailer of diamond jewelry. Yet despite that shared ownership, they’re not the same. I’ve worked in the jewelry industry for almost 10 years, and I know how overwhelming […]
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If you are looking for fine jewelry, especially engagement rings and diamonds, you are likely comparing Blue Nile and Jared, two well-known online diamond retailers. Both brands have a strong reputation in the online jewelry market, but they also have clear differences in terms of shopping experience and pricing. There are many big names in
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If you believe an engagement ring has to have a round cut diamond, it’s worth reconsidering. A bride can choose whatever cut she loves most, without being bound by tradition, and increasingly, that’s exactly what’s happening. The princess cut, a contemporary square (or slightly rectangular) design known for its sharp edges and strong brilliance, has
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Brilliant Earth was founded in 2005, and since its beginnings has been committed to raising the ethical standards of the jewelry industry. The label is known for offering modern jewelry, with its most popular niche being wedding rings and diamond jewelry. They offer a wide variety of jewelry designs and they have options for natural
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Blue Nile and Brian Gavin Diamonds are two of the most respected names in online diamond retail, and chances are you’ve already encountered both. At this stage, you most likely already understand the basics of the four Cs, have read about ideal proportions, fluorescence, setting compatibility, and diamond certification. You may have spent time in
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With multiple jewelry brands to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start, especially if you don’t have a favorite yet. That’s why I’ve handpicked two very different jewelry companies to give you a starting point. On one hand, we have Brilliant Earth, which was founded in 2005 and is committed to
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Shopping for an engagement ring today often comes down to two very different approaches. Do you want a highly curated, trend-forward, luxury experience that’s pre-selected for you? Or do you want access to a massive diamond inventory with transparent pricing and the ability to compare every detail of your ring yourself? Today, we’ll be exploring
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Today, buying diamonds online is, actually, very easy. You don’t have to be a gemologist to choose the right diamond. However, you do need to pay attention to avoid an unpleasant surprise when the diamond arrives at your house. As a jewelry designer and diamond expert I’ll help you to buy a diamond online safely.
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An engagement ring isn’t just any piece of jewelry. For most people it’s the most meaningful thing they’ll ever wear, which is why so many choose to design their own rather than pick something off a shelf. But if you’re considering a custom ring, the most important question to ask yourself right now is a
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If you’ve been shopping for engagement rings or loose diamonds recently, you may have noticed that there are two very different types of retailers out there: ones with massive global inventories and others that focus on tightly curated, precision-cut diamonds. I work as a jewelry designer, and a big part of my job involves sourcing
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