Some gemstones thrive in daily wear. Others… not so much. Here’s how popular engagement ring stones actually hold up over time — from diamond and sapphire to tourmaline, aquamarine, and everything in between.

An ode to the most under-hyped, but stunningly gorgeous stone around – Spinel! Often confused with Ruby, and found in a rainbow of hues, it’s a stone that deserves its moment in the spotlight.   

Welcome to your Ultimate Gold and Precious Metal Guide! Keep reading for everything you need to know about choosing white gold vs platinum or palladium, 14kt vs 18kt gold, and yellow gold vs rose, peach, and white gold. 

Whether you’re considering designing your own custom ring, or just shopping and overwhelmed by all the insider terms, we’re here with answers! Once you know all the components of a ring, you can get clear on what you love, what you don’t, and put it all together for a ring that sings your unique soul song!

Learn everything you need to know about ethical sapphires. In this post, we cover where sapphires come from, their origin and how we ethically source ours from all over the world.

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.

Hardness tells you how well a stone resists scratching, but it doesn’t tell you how it handles a sharp hit, years of friction, temperature swings, or the general chaos of having hands. Toughness, cleavage, and long-term stability are the qualities that decide whether your stone still sparkles after a decade of countertops, travel, household chemicals, and real life.

Velvety dark cherry red. Inner fire. Built-for-real-life durability. This is your complete guide to ruby — from color and clarity to treatments, pricing, and how to choose one you'll obsess about forever.