I looked at engagement rings for years before I got engaged, which probably says as much about the way I make decisions as it does about rings. I knew fairly early that I wanted a pear-shaped center stone because I liked the way the longer shape looked on my hand, and I wanted either white […]

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

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

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

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

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.

When shopping for a diamond, knowing where to buy from can be one of your biggest challenges. Do you want to go the traditional route and try on rings at your local mall? Or is it better to embrace the convenience and ease of shopping online? Purchasing a diamond is a significant investment that requires

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

Whether you’re shopping for an engagement ring, a wedding band, or an everyday statement piece you’ll wear for years to come, investing in fine jewelry can feel daunting and overwhelming to say the least. There are so many brands to choose from, it’s hard to know what really deserves your money and what doesn’t. Today

Buying a ring online can feel complicated for one simple reason: size. Most people don’t know their exact ring size. If you’re planning a surprise engagement ring, asking directly is not an option. At the same time, ordering the wrong size can create anxiety about whether the ring will fit when it matters most. The