Traditional sapphires sparkle, opalescent sapphires glow. Instead of sharp flashes and glassy brilliance, these stones have a soft, diffused light that almost looks suspended inside them — like moonlight through water or sea glass at the edge of the ocean.

Some rings float. Some stay low and grounded. The difference sounds small — until you’re wearing it every day. Here’s how setting height changes everything from sparkle to stacking to how your ring actually lives on your hand.

Which is better – white gold or platinum? It all depends on what’s important to you – color, purity, finish, price, durability, or long-term care. Keep reading for our help-you-decide guide!

Champagne diamonds glow with honey, cognac, and sun-washed brown hues. Learn how to choose the perfect champagne diamond—color scale, pricing, clarity, sparkle, and the best engagement ring styles. 

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.

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

January's birthstone, garnet is a family of minerals that comes in every color of the rainbow - each with its own spiritual meaning. Often mistaken for ruby, garnet is a mesmerizing natural gemstone that we love.

If you love emeralds but want a more durable wear-everyday stone, say hello to green sapphires. Rated a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, green sapphire engagement rings come in an infinite array of colors from deep forest green to teal to light pastel green. Read our ultimate guide to choosing a green sapphire ring and see some of our favorite teal sapphires and green sapphires.

Answering your deep questions on prongs! What are prongs? How can you customize them? What are your options with prongs? While prongs mostly exist to keep your stone secure, they can also add to the design and are completely customizable to suit your style and best showcase your stone. Keep reading for your crash course on everything ‘prongs’.   

Learn everything about sapphires: from their composition and symbolism to expert tips on buying, choosing the perfect sapphire, and treatment methods. Discover the ultimate sapphire buying guide.