According to some statistics, as much as over eighty percent of engagement rings are diamonds, despite a recent trend towards diamond ring alternatives, including gemstones like sapphires, rubies, and morganite, and moissanite. But what many people don’t realize is that some of the popular engagement rings are not from natural diamonds, but from lab-grown diamonds, as […]
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Every single brand claims to be popular and every company says their products are the best. Most clients tend to opt for the finest choices in order to make a safe bet and increase their chances of receiving great and high-quality items. Still, claiming that a product is the greatest out there can be quite […]
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The 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 […]
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There are few accessories as iconic as diamond earrings. From red carpet events to walking down the aisle, diamond earrings have long been a favorite in the fashion world and for brides. But the process of purchasing diamond earrings has notable changed, with more opting to buy online. Not long ago, buying something as precious […]
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Diamonds have long been the standard of classic, beautiful engagement rings–but now more couples are turning to morganite as an alternative. And many are even buying morganite rings online, completely turning traditional engagement ring shopping trends inside out. Vox, an American news and opinion site, recently declared morganite the “gemstone that everyone is buying but […]
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Melanie Weir knows a thing or two weddings. The freelance author and contributor to Business Insider has covered numerous weddings and over the years noticed an emerging trend: a desire to cut back on overall wedding costs. And many of these trends bode well for less conventional gemstone choices like moissanite and cubic zirconia. According […]
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The main differences between Moissanite and diamonds are: Color of scintillation (rainbow vs white) Cost and availability Hardness Natural or Lab Grown vs Synthetic Level of Heat Resistance When it comes to engagement rings, the most traditional option is a diamond one. From center cut diamonds with optimized sparkle and shine to ethically sourced and […]
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A little about onyx before we delve into the value of black onyx. TL; DR: If you are looking to purchase Black Onyx online, our recommended online retailer is the Overstock.com collection here. What is Black Onyx? Onyx is a variety of chalcedony, which has bands of white and other colors. Agate and onyx are similar […]
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Finding the best shapewear for a wedding dress is no easy task. But with some guidance, it can be empowering–and even take off the all too common pressure to lose weight before the big day. Plus-size model Lauren Chan learned to value her body at a young age. In her first attempt to enter the […]
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Through combining the lavish beauty of the earth, and the artisanship of traditional jewelry, it comes as no surprise that wooden wedding bands have found popularity amongst couples searching for options that are as uniquely stunning, as they are environmentally friendly. In terms of wedding planning, your wedding band will be the most important decision […]
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