Category: Ring

What is LAB Wedding

These wedding bands can be customized for any size finger using only premium-quality E-F colour/VS transparency diamonds. LAB Wedding’s initial release includes rings with lab-grown round, oval, radiant and emerald-shaped diamonds in platinum, white and yellow gold.

This collection offers a wide range of bands, from 7-stone rings weighing 2.2 carats to eternity bands weighing 9 carats. The smallest lab-grown diamonds that we can produce are.30ct. This is due to technological limitations. However, we have created large wedding bands for under $10,000, thanks to technological advancements.

LAB Wedding offers 7-stone bands, in addition to the traditional 5-stone bands, and new and innovative settings like East-West bands or ‘Trellis’ settings. Below are some highlights.

Radiant Bands

This beautiful eternity band comprises perfectly matched radiant-cut lab diamonds, each weighing around.30 carats. It has a low-profile pave wedding band design. This radiant cut eternity band is a beauty with its unique side profile.

This ring is the largest radiant wedding band in our collection. It consists of 17 individuals.50-carat lab-created diamonds, set into a delicate shared wire basket eternity band design.

Emerald Bands

We see more east-west bands, a trend we have noticed. You can achieve more coverage with fewer stones if your stones are placed sideways, as opposed to the traditional north-south orientation. This emerald-cut emerald wedding band is no exception. Seven emerald-cut lab-grown diamonds are weighing.30 ct each is placed horizontally in a unique, U-Shape-shaped wedding band design. This special eternity band, a personal favourite, is a stunning sight from all angles. It features emerald-cut lab-grown diamonds weighing.30ct each and is set in a ‘Trellis style eternity band setting. This ring features 18 individuals and 50-carat lab-created diamonds intertwined to create a unique profile. It is set in a shared prong wire basket design.

Oval Bands

Oval wedding bands have been the most in-demand shape for the past two years. We’re making them more affordable to all. Each oval lab-grown diamond weighs approximately.60 carats and is set in a 5-stone U-shape ring design. This style of wedding band showcases these stunning diamonds from all angles. Each lab-grown oval diamond weighs. Thirty carats and is set in a close-knit shared prong eternity ring. This design enhances the oval diamond’s shape. Each oval diamond is lab-created and weighs.40ct. They are set in individual four-prong wire baskets that give the wedding band an airy, open feel. This ring is a personal favourite and a great value for the price.

Round Bands

Lab-grown round brilliant-cut diamonds of. Sixty carats are set in a five-stone ring with a shared prong wire basket. This classic halfway band is modernized with lab-grown diamonds. It’s also less expensive than its natural counterpart. Lab-grown, brilliant-cut diamonds are set in a basket with a shared prong wire. The stones in this wedding band weigh approximately.50 ct each. Our LAB Wedding Collection currently only has one pear-shaped wedding ring, but it’s well worth the wait! This ring is another favourite. It features lab-grown, horizontally-set pear-shaped diamonds that weigh.40 carats and are three-quarters of the way around.

To avoid stress headaches and worse: buyers’ remorse, you need to set an engagement ring budget before you go to your local jeweller. You will be able to stay calm and confident while focusing on your relationship, rather than worrying about money, by setting an engagement ring budget.

This blog will focus on engagement ring features and options for centre stones within a $15K budget. We will answer the question that we know is heavy in your head: What can I do with $15,000?

Refine Your Search (Regardless of Your Budget)

It is easier to shop for engagement rings when you have a general idea about the style that you think would be most suitable for your soon-to-be spouse.

You can browse our ready-to-go engagement ring options online, but you might prefer to personalize an engagement ring to suit your fiance’s tastes and preferences.

Viewing static images of engagement rings against a white background is very different from viewing a motion ring. When considering purchasing an engagement ring, it is important to observe how natural light plays off the facets and how a pave setting glimmers when tilted to one side.

The YouTube channel has many useful videos that will show you different styles of engagement rings in action from various angles and a real finger.

Select Your Setting

How the gemstone is attached to a metal band in an engagement ring setting describes how it looks. Although this may seem a simple feature that can be applied to any engagement ring, many unique setting design options will make a huge difference in the overall look of your ring.

The cost of the final engagement ring is also affected by the setting. Once you have decided on your preferred style, you can calculate your remaining budget for your engagement band centre stone and any potential side stones.

You have six options when it comes to setting up an engagement ring. These are solitaire, pave and cathedral. Halo, three-stone and three-row.

Choose Your Center Stone

You are now confident in the setting you choose for your partner’s engagement rings. Now you can select your centre and sides stones!

This will give you an estimate of the set cost. It also determines your remaining budget for centre stone selection. Here’s a sample budget and setting style:

Types Of Center Stones

A traditional engagement ring with a diamond centre stone is the best choice. However, it isn’t as expensive as a diamond.

There are many colour options available, including a variety of fancy-colour diamonds. If you feel your partner would enjoy a pop of colour, there are plenty of gemstones. You can also choose a lab-grown centre stone if you prefer the look and price of large diamonds.

Real diamonds are lab-grown. Only the origin of a lab-grown diamond is different from a natural one. Both are identical in appearance and have the same chemical structure, brilliance, and durability.

Because of their unlimited supply and condensed production timeline, lab-grown diamonds are more affordable than other options. They also have a linear pricing structure that allows you to jump from one carat to the next.

 

Cushion-cut diamonds have a soft, feminine shape that is delicate and delicate. They also sparkle with dazzling colours. This cut’s soft form and large surface area have left a lasting impression on brides.

Celebrities have seen this amazing centre stone cut with mega-celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Priyanka Chopra. The centre stones are adorned with stunning cushion-cut diamond centre stones on the dainty fingers of British royalty Meghan Markle.

What makes this cut of gemstone so appealing? What are the key characteristics of cushion centre stones? This comprehensive article answers all your questions about cushion-cut diamonds.

Although cushion-cut diamonds have been around as long as diamond-cutting, modern versions of these diamonds (except for antique cushion diamonds) are the result of technological advances and refinement in diamond-cutting techniques.

The shape of a cushion-cut diamond can be described as a square or rectangular form with soft, rounded edges. This gives it a pillow-like appearance. Faceting a modified bright cushion cut diamond emphasizes brilliance and sparkle and hides diamond imperfections and colour.

There are three types of cut for cushion cut diamonds: the bright cut, the antique or “old mine” cut and the crushed-ice cut. Each style has a slightly different appearance.

Cushion-Cut Styles

The only shape of diamond that can be cut in a cushion cut is the one that allows for a wide range of styles. This makes the cushion cut extremely appealing for those who love the look of a cushion but prefer something more vintage (the antique cut) or those who enjoy the brilliance and value of a round cut but don’t want to pay the high price.

There are three main styles of cushion cuts to choose from: the bright cut, the antique, and the crushed-ice cut. Each cut style is unique in every way, not only in visual appeal.

Although cushion-cut diamonds have been around as long as diamond-cutting, modern versions of these diamonds (except antique cushion diamonds) are the result of technological advances and refinements in diamond-cutting techniques.

The shape of a cushion-cut diamond can be described as a square or rectangular form with soft, rounded edges. This gives it a pillow-like appearance. Faceting a modified bright cushion cut diamond emphasizes brilliance and sparkle and hides diamond imperfections and colour.

The Brilliant Cut

Lauren B Jewelry is a specialist in the brilliant-cut. We offer a variety of brilliant cushion-cut diamonds in our showroom.

Brilliant cushions are similar to the round “brilliant” cut. They have large, crisp facets that play beautifully with natural light and create sparkle. Brilliant cut faceting distributes weight on the diamond’s surface, increasing the gemstone’s face-up appearance. This results in a centre stone larger than a standard step-cut diamond, radiant cut or princess cut with a similar weight.

Brilliant cuts also have a white appearance. A brilliant cushion cut with a GIA colour grade of I or would look more like a G or HP colour grade diamond. You can maximize your engagement ring budget with this feature. If you wish, you can choose a lower-grade colour while allowing more money for setting style or carat size.

The brilliant-cut is made from crushed ice.

Crushed ice faceting cushions are cut deeper to preserve carat weight. A 3ct crushed-ice cushion will be comparable to a 2.5ct brilliant cut. Crushed ice cuts also reveal more diamond colour than their brilliant and antique counterparts, regardless of how much you increase your colour grade.

These features contribute to the lower price of crushed ice cushion cut diamonds compared to antique and brilliant cuts.

The Dreamy Cushion Cut Diamond

For an engagement ring style, cushion cut diamonds make a striking centre stone choice. They can be used as a solitaire or halo option.

You can find inspiration in our wide selection of lab-grown and natural diamond cushion engagement rings. You can make an appointment to meet with one of our designers to create the cushion-cut diamond engagement ring you and your partner have always wanted.

The precursor to the popular modified brilliant-cut today were antique cushion cuts. The “Miner’s Cut” or “Old Mine” are rare antique cushion cuts that date back to the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Vintage cuts offer an attractive option for those looking for something classic, soft, and romantic.

What’s an Antique Cushion Cut

Because antique cushion cuts are more difficult to cut than modified bright cushion cut diamonds, they are extremely rare. This cut also requires the manufacturer to cut more rough diamonds than any shape.

History of Antique Cushion Cut Diamonds

Although Old Mine Cuts date back to the 1700s, they were not popularized until the Victorian and Edwardian eras (approx. 1830-1914). This was the only way to make this shape at that time. After the Indian mines stopped producing new diamonds, these cuts became common in Brazil.

Old Mine Cuts were the most sought-after and widely used diamond shape before brilliant round diamonds. Pillow Cut, Candlelight Cut, and Candlelight Cut are popular names for this type of cut.

Famous Antique Cushion Cut Diamonds

Many famous diamonds from history are Old Mine cuts. The Hope Diamond, Tiffany Yellow Diamond and Regent Diamond are just a few examples.

The Hope Diamond came from the Kollur Mine, India, in 1701. Boron was introduced into the diamond’s formation to give it its rich blue colour.

This stunning 45ct diamond was previously part of a 112ct larger stone, the Tavernier Blue. The extravagant, uncut stone was later recut into the Blue Diamond of the Crown or the French Blue. The stolen stone was then recut into the Hope Diamond.

Jean-Baptiste Tavernier, a French gem merchant who bought the Hope Diamond in 1666, was the first known owner. Tavernier sold it in 1668 to King Louis XIV, France, who made it into the French Blue. It was first published in 1839 under the Hope name in a gem catalogue after it was stolen. Famous owners have been Evalyn Walsh McLoughlin and Harry Winston. The Smithsonian currently has the stone on permanent display.

Tiffany Yellow Diamond

The Tiffany Yellow Diamond sounds exactly like it does. It is a Fancy Yellow Diamond that Tiffany & Co. owns. This stunning diamond was found in South Africa’s Kimberley diamond mines. It weighed in at a staggering 287.42ct when it was discovered. Charles Lewis Tiffany, the co-founder of Tiffany & Co., purchased it for $18,000. Tiffany took it to Charles Lewis, Tiffany’s chief gemologist, for cutting into the Tiffany Yellow Diamond.

The Regent Diamond, originally part of the French Crown Jewels, was discovered by an Indian enslaved man at the Kollur Mine in India in 1608. According to legend, it was first found in the French Crown Jewels. The origins of the famous diamond are unknown. It weighed more than 400 carats when it was discovered.

Thomas Pitt bought the diamond and brought it to London in 1704-1706. He had it cut into 140ct, renaming it “Le Regent”. It was later sold to King Louis XV, who set it into his coronation crown. All French royalty wore the stone, which was passed on to them later.

The Regent Diamond, the largest colourless diamond in the world, is on display at the Louvre in Paris.

Antique vs Modified Brilliant Cushion Cuts

In the beginning, antique cushion cuts were all needed to create this diamond shape. Cushion-shaped diamonds have become more common as technology has improved over the years. The most common cut is the modified brilliant. What is the difference between them?

Brilliant Modified

Modified brilliant cushion diamonds are very similar to their rarer counterparts, the cushion brilliants. This particular cut is the most popular cushion cut. This classic option has exceptional brilliance and consists of an additional row of facets below the girdle.

This faceting style is best used with a square-cut cushion. Extended modified bright cushion cuts are equally beautiful and popular. These diamonds are designed to increase refraction and shine, while antique cushion cuts do not maximize brilliance.

Antique or “Old Mine”

Antique cushion cuts have 58 facets, just like brilliant modern cushions. These facets are larger and more “chunkier” than brilliant modern cushions’. They also have an open culet at their bottom and a steeper crown, which is something that modern brilliant cushion designs do not. These stunning cushion cuts are available in various shapes, including square and elongated.

These unicorn stones can be used in various settings, including yellow gold solitaires, three-stones, and halos. Don’t you believe me? It’s easy to see why!

We are delighted to announce the launch of our LAB Ready Collection, which features GIA-graded, lab-grown diamond engagement ring sets!

The Collection has many styles and diamond shapes to fit every bride. This Collection has something for everyone, whether your fiance wants a classic, round “brilliant”, cut solitaire engagement band or a vintage-inspired, antique cushion cut ring.

First, let’s clarify what a lab-grown stone is and why you should choose it for your engagement ring.

If you haven’t read our blog post What the Truth is About Lab-Grown Diamonds, there is a lot of misinformation about lab-grown diamonds. Why are lab-grown diamonds so misunderstood? It could be due to the belief that any other than a mine, a real diamond, can be one.

The genuine lab-grown diamonds are also called “man-made” or “lab-created”. The Federal Trade Commission changed its definition of a diamond in 2018. It removed the word “natural” because lab-created diamonds have the same chemical, physical and optical properties as natural diamonds. The diamond has found its match.

Lab-grown diamonds should not be confused with natural alternatives like cubic zirconia or moissanite. These look similar to natural diamonds but have different chemical and physical properties. Lab-grown diamonds cannot be distinguished from natural diamonds without high-quality technological equipment. A highly skilled industry professional would need to spot conflicting crystal patterns between these gemstones, even with the most sophisticated equipment.

The price of lab-grown diamonds has stabilized due to technological development and increased competition over recent years. This makes them a viable and cost-effective alternative to natural diamonds for engagement rings, centre stones and fine jewellery.

The LAB-Ready Collection

Our Lab Ready collection features premium quality, lab-grown diamond centre stone (or stones) with premium cut, clarity and colour. These styles can be “shopped cart”, ready for a romantic proposal. Choose the metal colour and the ring size you prefer, and you’re well on your way towards a happy engagement.

Below you can view a selection of styles sorted by shape or browse the complete Collection.

Round “Brilliant” Cut

The round “brilliant cut” diamond is the traditional engagement ring. It has been loved by generations of people with sophisticated and romantic tastes in jewellery. Round diamonds sparkle with a brilliant-cut that’s unmatched by fancy shapes. Round “brilliant” cut diamonds have a large surface area, making the centre stone appear larger than its weight.

Cushion-Cut

The cushion-cut diamond is the most feminine. It has a soft, pillow-like appearance and exudes elegance and grace. The versatility of cushion-cut diamonds is unmatched. A delicate pave band, or subtle diamond details on the centre stones, can be used to complement this cut.

Radiant Cut

In 2021, the radiant-cut diamond was second in demand. Radiant cut diamonds have the same sparkle and fire as the “brilliant” round cut. This creates a striking centre stone that is equally captivating for the recipient.

Pear Shape

The pear-shaped diamond is fun and attractive, making it a great choice for creative brides. The pear shape is a combination of marquise and oval cut diamonds. It has one rounded and one pointed end that forms a teardrop-shaped shape. The longest width-to-length ratio of the pear-shaped diamond is next to that of the marquise. This means the pear-shaped centre stones cover more area on the fingers than other fancy-shaped diamonds.

Oval-Cut

In 2020 and 2021, the most in-demand shape is the oval cut diamond. Our 2022 Engagement Ring Predictions confirm that the oval cut diamond is the most in-demand shape for the third consecutive year.

Oval diamonds are similar to pear-shaped ones and provide more coverage on the fingers than other fancy-shaped diamonds of the same carat. Brilliant-cut faceting in the oval diamond gives it the same sparkle as a round diamond but with a longer shape.

Emerald-Cut

Emerald-cut diamonds exude sophistication and a pleasing aesthetic. The emerald-cut diamond’s parallel facets create a “Hall of Mirror”, allowing a clear view into the centre of each diamond. This enhances the beauty of the emerald. The 1.61-carat Emerald Cut Lab Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring features an emerald-cut centre stone and matching step-cut trapezoids. These beautiful three-stone engagement rings are uniformized by the matching step cuts of the trapezoid and emerald-cut centre stones. The tapering effect of trapezoid side stones gives the ring dimension.

Antique Cut

The “Old Mine Cuts” diamonds have been adorning brides’ hands for almost 200 years. The antique cushion cut has the same feminine shape as the modern cushion cut but with more facets, adding a vintage touch to its overall aesthetic.

Diamond Duos

The duo of diamonds has become a popular trend in engagement rings. It attracts brides with diverse tastes. You don’t need one centre stone when you have two equally stunning ones.

 

While diamonds might be a girl’s best friend, colour gemstones are a close second.

Colour gemstones come in a variety of colours. They can be bright and bold or subtle and subtle with just a hint of colour.

The beauty and wonder of colour gemstones are unmatched. Here’s the scoop on colour gemstones. We offer a comparison of diamonds and colour gemstones and the history of colour gemstones and their origins. Plus, we feature popular Lauren B styles with stunning colour gemstones to inspire you.

Diamonds are made of pure carbon in their solid form. Diamonds are different from other minerals gemstones in that they contain pure carbon in solid form with (generally speaking) less than 0.5% of other elements. However, trace elements can seep into diamonds during formation and affect the diamond’s colours, resulting in fancy-coloured diamonds.

A gemstone’s likeness is determined by its formation process. Mineral crystallization is dependent on temperature, pressure, space and time. The variation in these factors determines the resulting mineral. The colour of the mineral is affected by trace elements. This is how we commonly identify colour gemstones.

Both sapphires as well as rubies, for example, are variations on the mineral corundum. If all corundum is considered the same, then rubies would be called “sapphires.” However, rubies contain trace elements of chromium, putting them in their group of colourful gemstones. This is true for emeralds and morganite as well as aquamarine. However, their hues can vary greatly from one stone to the next.

Natural gemstone creation requires a lot of energy, time, and luck. Because of extensive research and cutting-edge technology, we know more about natural gemstones than ever.

We have so much knowledge today that we can’t even imagine what ancient societies thought of these beautiful gemstones. They were often awed by their beauty and assigned mythical powers and characteristics to each stone based on cultural customs.

Around the turn of the century, different gemstones were assigned each month and their zodiac signs. The rich would collect every gemstone and only wear it in the designated month. This was when it was considered to be of great power.

Birthstones as we know them today originated around the 16th century. The official listing of contemporary birthstones wasn’t made public until 1912 when the National Association of Jewelers assigned gemstones to each month.

Lauren B offers popular colour gemstones

Our clients love colour gemstones, especially sapphire and morganite, as well as ruby, emeralds, aquamarines, and amethyst.

These eye-catching gemstones will please any recipient, whether you’re looking for a unique centre stone for an engagement ring or a piece of sentimental jewellery to gift a friend or loved one.

Sapphire

Sapphires can be any colour of corundum, except for red which is considered a ruby.

Deeply saturated royal blue is the most popular shade of sapphire, as shown on the fingers of both Princess Diana and Kate Middleton. It is believed that sapphires attract abundance and blessings and are associated with royalty.

Morganite is a blush-coloured gemstone that can be found in various colours, including pink, orange-pink and “salmon”. Morganite, also a variety of beryl, has traces of manganese. It’s also a common gemstone with emeralds as well as aquamarine.

Morganite is thought to have a strong connection to the heart and soul. It promotes self-love and heart healing.

For fine jewellery and engagement rings, lab-grown diamonds are becoming a more popular trend.

Lab-grown, ethically sourced diamonds have a similar appearance to natural diamonds in chemical composition. Lab-grown stones are 50-70% cheaper than natural diamonds, if not enough. This allows you to maximize your budget by choosing a larger carat and a decorative setting.

These are some impressive reasons to choose a lab-grown, natural diamond as your engagement ring’s centre stone. Lauren B places a strong emphasis on diamond education. We won’t leave you without any details and will send you on your journey.

Let’s dive deeper into lab-grown diamond incentives. Here are 5 reasons you should choose a centre stone made of lab-grown.

A lab-grown diamond can be a real diamond.

It’s that simple. Lab-grown diamonds can be considered real if two gemstones have identical chemical compositions and physical properties. (Hint, everyone, including the HTMLGIA institute and the FTC, recognizes lab-grown diamonds as real.

Lab-grown diamonds are as brilliant and bright as natural diamonds. Your lab-grown diamond will shine and sparkle with the same passion as a natural one.

Lab-grown diamonds also have the same durability as natural diamonds, with a Mohs Hardness Scale rank of 10. Lab-grown diamonds can withstand daily wear and tear with the same elegance and grace as natural diamonds.

We mean the only difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds. It may seem insignificant to some, but it can be a significant difference to others. As the name suggests, a lab-grown diamond has been grown in a laboratory environment. This mimics the natural conditions necessary to create a natural diamond.

The ethically sourced lab-grown diamonds are also environmentally friendly.

Lab-grown diamonds can be a great choice for the altruistic bride. They are ethically sourced and environmentally friendly because of where they were grown.

Two methods are used to create lab-grown diamonds: high pressure-high temperature, HPHT, or chemical vapor deposition (CVD).

A small diamond seed is placed in carbon using the HPHT method for lab diamond creation. The diamond seed is placed in carbon using either a belt or cubic press. It is then subject to extreme pressure (approximately 1.5 Million pounds per square inch) at temperatures up to 1,500° Celsius. After the carbon has melted, it forms a diamond by circulating the diamond seed. The result is a pure-carbon diamond once it has cooled.

A small amount of diamond seed is required for the CVD process. This must be placed in a well-sealed chamber. The chamber is heated to approximately 8000 degrees Celsius and then filled with carbon-rich gases. The plasma is created by microwave-like technology. It is then ionized to form the gas. This breaks down the molecular bonds within the gas. The crystallization process begins when the carbon bonds itself to the diamond seeds.

You can see that neither one of these processes require mining for diamonds. It is no longer necessary to consider lab diamond creation’s ethical sourcing and environmental impact. It is worth noting that 99.9% of all mined diamonds have been conflict-free since 2003 created the Kimberley Process.

Lab-grown diamonds are typically 50-70% cheaper than natural diamonds.

That’s right! Lab-grown diamonds can be a lot cheaper than natural diamonds. This price gap is especially compelling when paired with identical chemical composition and physical properties to natural diamonds. What is the cause of this exaggerated price gap?

Lab-grown diamonds are lab-grown. This eliminates many of the costs associated with natural mining while maintaining the same cost for cutting, polishing and inspecting the diamond.

Recent technological advancements and increased competition have led to further cost savings in producing lab-grown gems. This results in lower prices while maintaining the same high-quality standards.

Now, the time is right to select a centre stone from a lab-grown Diamond Center Stone for your Engagement Ring. Prices for lab-grown Diamonds have finally stabilized after volatile fluctuations.

Natural diamonds are very rare. The formation of natural diamonds takes over a billion years, and mining is exhausting. Although lab-grown diamonds are identical to natural diamonds in physical properties and chemical composition, they are produced in a laboratory environment that eliminates the supply limit.

When a diamond cutter shapes a natural diamond to its best shape, its primary goal is to preserve as much of it as possible, even if this means they have to cut a stone with a lower standard colour or clarity. When cutting lab-grown diamonds, the focus is on maximum brilliance, face-up dimensions, and no matter what shape. This results in a flawless diamond with extraordinary brilliance and larger-than-average face-up dimensions.

Lab-grown diamonds can be scaled up without paying the high price of natural diamonds.

You have more options when choosing a lab-grown stone for your engagement ring’s centre stone.

This 2.3 carat F colour, VS1 clarity lab-grown diamond could be yours for just $7,130. You can also get it for $10,000 with extra money for a fancy setting.

Lab-grown diamonds are a great option if you and your partner want a bigger centre stone.

Get the Engagement Ring

When you feel certain that the person you are in love with is the one you will be spending the rest of your life with, you will need an engagement ring. That’That’se we come into play!

Are you unsure where to begin? For visual inspiration, you can visit our Instagram and YouTube webpages. Do you see a style that interests you? Could you send an inquiry to our website? A Lauren B team member should respond within 24 hours.

Now is the time for your partner to share a style of engagement ring that truly tickles her heart. Call her closest friend or confidante if neither of these strategies works. ThereThere’sod a chance that you are ready for her to propose. She may have had extensive discussions with her best friend about the most romantic engagement rings.

Sizing

It can be difficult to size an engagement ring, especially if you plan to surprise someone. It can be difficult to gauge the size of your engagement ring if your partner doesn’t have a solid or promise ring on their left finger.

Our Ring Size: A Complete Guide blog post will explain how to size an engagement ring accurately.

Surprises

Do not purchase your engagement ring on a joint account. This rookie error can ruin your surprise proposal plans.

You can use a personal account or withdraw smaller amounts over a specified period until you reach the big sum. This will keep your partner away from your scent.

Hide The Ring… Well (Don’tDon’t the Surprise before it Happens)

Please, no socks drawers or ribboned rings boxes in your closet. Particularly If your partner is even slightly nosy.

It is best to keep your partnpartner’sgement rings safe and in the care of trusted friends or family until you propose. For inspiration, check out our outside-the-box engagement ring hiding places blog.

Surprise Proposal

You are now ready to plan the proposal.

If you and your partner are not spontaneous, plan your proposal within your daily routine. This is the best option if you wish to keep your proposal secret.

Consider your partner… What is their favourite activity? What are you and your partner most passionate about? What can you do to incorporate a proposal?

It would help if you considered whether you would like to photograph your partner proposing (more so for them than for yourself). Your photographer will help you choose the right lighting and angles for a stunning secret proposal photo. You have plenty to think about, so leave the details to the pros.

Register a Trustworthy Friend

Now is the right time to include your best friend and partner in this process. This friend is essential.

A friend can take your sweetheart to a spa day for a manicure and pedicure a few days before your proposal. This will help your partner be more present in the moment and less on her nails.

A friend can keep your partner off your path while your future fiancee is well-dressed for this momentous occasion.

Do The Thing

Don’tDon’tnervous sweats get you down! You can wear a jacket, dark shirt or undershirt, depending on your needs.

Remember to speak from your heart when you have the opportunity. Although prepared speeches are appreciated, authenticity is more important. Your heart and your love will dictate the sentiments you choose. Be aware that you might forget what you planned. It’s to be nervous! It will be amazing regardless.

Celebrate!

It was possible. You made it. You are a hero and a legend. You and your partner agreed on a “yes” ans”er, which means you are well on the way to a happy life together.

Congratulations! Congratulations! We offer a variety of wedding bands for her and him.

1 Clarity

It is common for diamonds with external and internal flaws. These are also known as blemishes and inclusions. The evaluation of a diamond’s clarity is the number and position of these external and internal flaws. The Gemmological Institute of America uses this scale to assign a clarity grade for each diamond.

Flawless

 No inclusions or blemishes can be seen under 10x magnification.

Internally Flawless

There are no inclusions, but some blemishes can be seen under 10x magnification.

Very Small Included 

Inclusions may be present but are difficult to see below 10x magnification.

Very Slightly Included

 There are minor inclusions that may be difficult to see below 10x magnification.

Lightly Included

Inclusions can be seen under 10x magnification.

Included 

Inclusions, They are visible under 10x magnification and can impact the diamond’s appearance.

Although the grade-to-grade differences may not be obvious to the untrained eye, they can still impact its price. The most valuable are those with a higher clarity score, but they are extremely rare.

2 Cut

The cut is often referred to as the shape of a diamond. However, it should not be confused with. The cut is what makes the diamond shine and sparkle. The shape describes the form of the diamond. While brilliant round diamonds are the only cut grade the GIA assigns, retailers may use their grading system to assess other shapes.

This is how the diamond’s cut grade is evaluated:

• Brilliance
• Fire
• Scintillation
• Weight ratio
• Symmetry

The cut of a diamond can make a big difference in its value.

3 Carat

A carat is a unit that measures and is used to indicate the diamond’s weight. A carat equals 0.20 grams or 0.007 pounds.

Larger diamonds are rarer, so prices for larger diamonds tend to increase with an increase in carat.

The cost of a diamond does not always increase with its size. For example, a two-carat diamond won’t necessarily be twice as expensive as a one-carat diamond. Carat is one of many factors that can affect a diamond’s price. Therefore, other factors should be considered when determining a diamond’s value.

4 Shape

The shape is another factor that influences the price of a diamond. While prices may vary depending on the shape, the round is the most costly. Some shapes are Round and Radiant.

How does the shape of a diamond impact its price? When cutting diamonds, cutters may lose some of the original stone. The amount of waste will depend on the shape.

The round shape is more expensive than the. This is because a lot of the original diamond gets lost when cut. Making them more affordable, less is lost when cutting other shapes of the diamond.

5 Fluorescence

A little over 30% of diamonds exhibit fluorescence. This means they emit a soft light when exposed to ultraviolet (UV2) light.

Fluorescence has a positive and negative impact on the price of a diamond. A diamond with a low-colour grade can have its bluish glow overpower the yellowish-brown hue, rendering it colourless. This is why the fluorescent effect can increase the value of these diamonds.

In near or colourless diamonds, fluorescence can cause a slightly cloudy or oily appearance. This can make the diamond less attractive and reduce its value.

6 The GIA Diamond Grading Report

The cut of the diamond, colour, clarity, shape and fluorescence will be provided by retailers. It is in your best interests to verify a Diamond’s information. You can do this by viewing the GIA Diamond Grading report.

This report provides a clear and easy-to-understand breakdown of this information. This report includes Carat weight, colour grade, clarity grade (round diamonds only), symmetry, fluorescence, proportions, location of inclusions and blemishes, and Inscriptions (if any).

Before purchasing a stone, it is important to read the report thoroughly. Brilliance provides this report for all lost diamonds.

You can never have too many diamonds so pairing them with more is a fashion statement. A diamond duo can include any matching pair of diamonds, but sets can also include matching engagement/wedding bands and necklace/earring sets. Let us show you how to give your shining moment the old-fashioned razzle-dazzle by giving it a stunning diamond set.

The matching wedding bands in the Diamond Set

How do you match diamonds? Do you want matching sets of diamonds with different patterns? Or should they be the same set? There are many design options for diamond sets.

Wedding band diamond sets ideas could include

• Similar patterns
• Bands that contain a single diamond
• Eternity bands
• Inset diamond details

Matching wedding bands with similar patterns

What pattern would you consider including in your matching bands, and why? This is a personal preference. You can substitute diamonds or add a birthstone to the central line of the band. A simple vertical line of diamonds can be added to the band by some couples. 

Matching Wedding Bands with a Single Diamond

Diamond solitaires can be used for any purpose, not just as an engagement ring. You can create a special central focus with a small (or large) diamond. A diamond should be placed within the band. One diamond looks elegant, simple and streamlined.

Diamond solitaire with a unique shape such as marquise, pear, or kite will add interest. One baguette, an emerald-shaped diamond, is a nod to vintage style.

Eternity Wedding Bands

An eternity ring has a band of diamonds that wraps around the entire ring. The most common shapes of diamonds for eternity bands are the round brilliant, princess and baguette.

Many couples enjoy creating eternity bands with princess-cut diamonds because they create a seamless stream of sparkle. Baguettes can also be nudged together seamlessly, but they don’t have the same Brilliance or fire as the princess form. It all depends on your taste! Eternity rings can also include a combination of gemstones and diamonds.

Wedding bands with inset diamond details

Inset diamond bands look a little more casual than eternity rings. Inset diamonds may be dropped throughout the band to create a casual look.

Using smaller diamonds throughout your band, you can create an elegant but simple look. This look doesn’t mean you should stick to traditional white diamonds. Black diamonds look great when set into cool-hued metallic such as platinum or white gold.

Diamond Set: Wedding Band and Engagement Ring Duos

You might match your engagement ring and wedding band. This is a classic choice for diamond sets and is also one of the most loved ones! You can purchase pre-designed engagement/wedding sets. 

You don’t need to have identical wedding bands and engagement rings. You can also feature diamond sets

• Opposite details
• Matching metals
• Contrasting metals
• Similar design elements

Opposite Details for Wedding and Engagement Rings

Opposites are attracted! You can have the exact opposite look with your wedding band.

A platinum solitaire engagement ring with a diamond-shaped solitaire should be replaced by a gold band ( rose or gold). You can also choose a warm-gold band with black diamonds.

Wedding and Engagement Rings in Matching Metals

Some people want their diamond wedding band and engagement ring to match them. Matching is when you choose a wedding band with the same setting as your engagement rings.

You have the option to choose any diamond details that you want for your band. Make sure the ring design fits comfortably against your engagement ring. Some engagement rings require a curved wedding band to fit together seamlessly. No rule says that your diamond engagement ring must be the same size and shape as your wedding band. 

Wedding and Engagement Rings in Opposite Metals

Combining different metals looks great. Match warm-hued gold engagement rings with cool-hued diamond wedding bands.

Choose metals with the greatest contrast. Yellow and white gold aren’t as dramatic as platinum when paired with rose gold or yellow gold.

White Gold will always have a yellow undertone, made from yellow gold. However, palladium, tungsten and HTML3_ have a silvery hue.

Wedding and Engagement Rings With Similar Design Elements

If your engagement ring has scroll-like floral details, you can choose a matching wedding band. The pairing is more artistic if the two rings share similar (but different) design elements.

An Art Deco design engagement ring can be paired with either a diamond wedding band with Ascher diamonds or Emerald-shaped diamonds (both Art Deco-inspired). A Celtic knot detail engagement ring looks great paired with a diamond-encrusted wedding band with a different Celtic design.

Diamond Set: Earrings & Necklaces 

Mix and match details patterns as long as they’re similar. However, a diamond set does not have to be limited to engagement rings and wedding bands. A set of matching earrings or necklaces makes a great gift! Sometimes means a matching pair. These sets can also be customized to suit your needs. You could also try these combinations:

• A pair of diamond studs and a pendant with a solitaire
• A pair of diamond studs and an elaborate diamond pendant are the way to go.
• You can pair black diamond earrings and a white diamond necklace (or vice-versa).
• A solitaire pendant can be paired with an intricate diamond earring design.

Necklaces and Earrings in Different Shapes

You can mix and match diamond shapes with these options to create your own diamond set. You can also choose Ascher diamond earrings or a round brilliant diamond pendant. Or brilliant round earrings with a princess pendant.

These styles can be mixed and matched to make a set you love. Custom design your diamond sets if you don’t find the style you are looking for. Brilliance provides customized design options to help buyers design their dream purchases.

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No matter what diamond set you choose, always pay attention to the 4Cs. These are carat, color and clarity, and cut. The price of a diamond will be affected by each area. While the weight of a diamond (carat) doesn’t impact its beauty, the three other areas can impact the diamond’s Brilliance and appearance as well as its structural integrity.

You can buy matching sets by Brilliance. This ensures that all diamonds used in rings, necklaces, and earrings are of the standard quality, guaranteeing maximum Brilliance.