Frank Darling

  Sometimes, old stuff is just old. It’s dusty, and worn, and just plain past its prime. But then there’s the hidden treasures. Like scoring the Gucci or Prada buried deep in the racks of your favorite thrift shop, finding an antique diamond you love is a mission not for the faint of heart. But it can definitely be worth your while if you’re into vintage style that stands out from the department store diamond crowd. Enter, the   old mine cut diamond . What exactly is this mysterious diamond cut that sounds like it came straight out of an old talkie film? We’re about to break it down. Here’s 5 things you should know about old mine cut diamonds before you buy. Diamonds found in nature are some of the rarest and most treasured gems found on this planet. But increasingly, new technology has enabled a growing trend in diamond production — man-made, or lab-grown diamonds. These  diamond in lab , and are molecular identical to those found in nature. So why not choose a lab-grown...

Once about 20% less than the price of natural, mined diamonds, today you can find lab diamonds for 40–50% less. Wallet already feeling better? We expect this trend to continue a bit before pricing stabilizes, but   man made diamonds   are definitely going to save you dollars. Does that mean they’re a terrible investment? Are lab grown diamonds worth anything? Are we talking love story or stock purchase? But seriously, while the diamond market is relatively stable, unless you’re buying investment-grade fancy color diamonds. Lab grown diamond   sare made with electricity. Electricity is bad for the environment. Lab created diamonds use 250 million joules per carat. Seem like a lot? Mined diamonds use 538.5 million. But some lab diamonds, like Diamond Foundry’s, are grown with 100% renewable energy. If that’s important to you, just ask! In fact, each  growing diamonds in a lab  from an individual seed, kind of like that apartment garden you’re rocking these days. T...

Sources tell us that the diamond in   blake lively engagement ring s   is flawless. And all we hear is ca-ching, ca-ching. What is it with celebs and flawless diamonds? It’s a pretty unachievable standard to set, much less desire. After all, if you go flawless you’re really paying for nothing. As in, you’re paying a super big markup for something that doesn’t add any visible value to your diamond. Not all oval engagement rings are created equal. The moval is like the Bennifer of diamonds — a cross between the marquise cut and an oval diamond. It’s more elongated, with slightly rounded points. It’s sometimes masquerades as an   oval solitaire   but when you see it in person, you’ll know. How does this come about? In lab grown diamonds, cutters sometimes cut the oval shape diagonally from the rough which can lead to pointed tips. Sounds like the best of both worlds, and while some people love them, many don’t. In fact, each  diamond in lab  is grown from an i...

The one we’re all still obsessing over a decade post-proposal. Let’s just say Reynolds (along with celeb fave designer Lorraine Schwartz) did everything right when it came to custom-designing THE   Blake Lively engagement rings . We get it, you’re jealous. But not to worry — we’re going to tell you how to get the look. Oval diamonds would be the perfect diamond. That’s right. Would. Their elongated, finger-flattering shape. Their shallow cut that gives you more stone for your money.  Oval solitaire   rings give you all the sparkle of round brilliant cut diamond in a more affordable (about 25% less than a comparable weight round), contemporary package. Our selection of fine jewellery is carefully chosen and sourced from the best quality diamonds from around the world so you can be sure that your ring is special. We carry a large variety of   engagement rings  so you can find something that perfectly expresses your love and commitment while still keeping to your b...