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Every month, we’re contacted by hundreds of readers interested in finding the perfect diamond at the right price.  Although the specific details can vary, most of our readers are interested in colorless diamonds, typically in well-known diamond shapes.  However, every month we also receive emails from readers interested in finding something that is a little …

One of the easiest ways to make your engagement ring stand out from the crowd is to choose a fancy-shaped diamond, meaning a diamond in a shape other than the round brilliant cut. In addition to providing a unique and eye-catching appearance, choosing a non-round diamond can also offer other benefits, from a larger perceived …

Searching for the perfect engagement ring? There are so many options and so many factors to consider when shopping for an engagement ring, but one of the most important aspects of choosing a ring that your partner will absolutely love is selecting something that really fits their personality. Whether your soon to be fiance is …

With so many different options to choose from, selecting the right diamond shape for a ring or other jewelry can feel overwhelming.  As such, it comes as no surprise that many people switch from one preferred shape to another when shopping for a diamond — from princess to radiant, emerald to Asscher, or round to …

When it comes to fancy-shaped diamonds, one of the most popular options is the princess cut — a timeless diamond shape that offers incredible elegance, combined with better value for money than the round brilliant cut. As the second most popular diamond shape, we often receive emails from readers interested in buying princess cut diamonds.  …

We’re often contacted by readers located outside the United States looking for help finding the right engagement ring or other diamond jewelry.  Recently, a reader from the UK contacted us asking for help buying an engagement ring. They had a budget of £3,500 and wanted something very specific — an 18K side-stone setting with a …

So you’ve found the love of your life, and you’re ready to say yes to forever together. Congratulations! Now what? Who proposes to who? Do you both get a ring? Is it something you decide on as a couple, or does it need to be a surprise? It can be confusing to navigate the waters …

If you’ve read any of our content about engagement ring settings, you’ll know that we’re fans of the pavé setting, which features a row of small diamonds that run along the shank of the ring to add additional brilliance.  Finding a diamond for a pavé setting can feel somewhat challenging, as it’s important to choose …