It wasn’t until the 1920’s when Macy’s introduced a wedding registry that such a thing existed. Before then, giving gifts was a tradition carried over from the idea of wedding dowries, and there were some guidelines, but also a lot of guesswork when it came to selecting a gift for the couple. That’s why I […]
Continue readingTo say a diamond ring is worth a million dollars is a gross under-exaggeration. That is if you’re talking about the wedding industry. In the United States, diamond rings accounted for $31.4 billion in sales, proving that the decline during the 2008 recession was a temporary dip. For consumers, that often means shelling out a […]
Continue readingWeddingWire and The Knot are two of the best wedding planning resources on the internet. So, it’s not surprising our readers want to know which is better. In light of that, we thought we’d compare these two wedding powerhouses to help you decide which service is best for you. So, without further ado let’s dive […]
Continue readingConsidered an 80 billion dollar industry in the United States alone, the sheer quantity of jewelry retailers isn’t so surprising. Adding to that, Americans account for over half of diamond purchases every year. And nowhere is that more evident than through the proliferation of online retailers. From 2016 to 2020, American e-commerce is expected to […]
Continue readingThe diamonds with the most carats get the headlines. From Paris Hilton’s 20 Carat present to Mariah Carey’s jaw-dropping 35 Carat platinum ring, there’s a common misconception that the bigger, the more brilliant. Luckily for those of us who don’t have celebrity-like budgets, that isn’t the case. In fact, the most stunning quality in a […]
Continue readingWhen we last left off our first part of our Inlays For Wooden Wedding Rings, we were taking a look at Lapus Lazuli inlays. Now, we move on to the latter half of the alphabet and dive right into the following beautiful materials: Malachite, Meteorite, Mother Of Pearl, Opal, Ruby, Seaglass, Topaz, and Turquoise. So, without […]
Continue readingTungsten carbide, which is often just called tungsten, and titanium are the most popular materials for contemporary jewelry, and, in particular, rings. While some people believe there aren’t many differences between the two metals, there are some definite differences to consider when making your choice between tungsten and titanium. After reading this list, you’ll be […]
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