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    Champagne diamonds vs. white diamonds—what’s the difference, and why are more couples choosing these golden-hued sparklers for engagement rings? Learn about their value, meaning, and how to find the perfect champagne diamond ring for you
    • 5 min read
    See diamond carat sizes on a hand plus all the tips to get the biggest most beautiful diamond for your budget.
    • 6 min read
    Whether you love a classic shape like round or princess, an art deco aesthetic like asscher or emerald cut, an elongated shape like pear, marquise, or oval, or something completely outside the box like a hexagon, kite, or coffin cut, we're here with an all-in-one guide to help you decide between every diamond shape.
    • 9 min read
    A comprehensive guide to Asscher cut diamonds. We cover all the facts to know about Asscher cut diamonds.
    • 9 min read
    Rose cut diamonds are antique-inspired, rare, and look larger per carat. Learn their history, cost, and why they’re trending as non-traditional engagement rings.
    • 8 min read
    Everything you need to know about pear shaped diamonds.
    • 10 min read
    Welcome to your definitive guide to diamond inclusions! Whether your heart lies with flawlessly clear, bright white diamonds or heavily included, night sky salt and pepper diamonds, we’re here with all the inclusion tips and truths to help you decide!   
    • 8 min read
    Whether you're treating yourself or shopping for an emerald cut engagement ring for someone else, look no further for all things emerald cut: What is an emerald cut diamond, why we love emerald cuts, how to choose an emerald cut diamond, emerald cut versus cushion cut, asscher cut, and radiant cut, and the most famous emerald cut diamonds
    • 9 min read
    Today’s blog is all about our favorite glittering, gleaming, light-catching gem: diamonds! Specifically, the most popular cut of all: round brilliant cut diamonds. From the top to the tip, we’re explaining every part, portion and proportion that makes a stone either seriously sparkling or drab and dull. Every one of these sections plays a role in a diamond’s cut quality, and ultimately, it’s level of brilliance, fire, and sparkle.
    • 4 min read
    Not all diamonds are created equal. Discover the truth about conflict-free and ethically sourced diamonds, why they matter, and how to choose one that aligns with your values.
    • 5 min read
    Peruse color grade charts, learn about every color on the GIA scale and learn pro-tips to pick the perfect diamond color grade for you.
    • 6 min read
    So you're doing a little diamond shopping and need some clarity on diamond clarity? ;) We've got you! Learn it all in our complete, easy-to-understand guide on diamond clarity
    • 6 min read