Jewelry Blog

Everyone knows someone born in April, but the idea of shopping for their diamond birthstone can seem overwhelming! Let us help you choose thoughtful gifts for the April baby in your life without breaking the bank! Continue reading →

One of the most popular desires amongst our clients is for a unique engagement ring; however, that  can conflict with also wanting something traditional and timeless.  One suggestion we make often at LB is to opt for a more minimalistic engagement ring design, like a solitaire, its opposed to an intricate setting concept. Continue reading →

From a young age, little girls everywhere grow up fantasizing about becoming a princess and all of the splendor associated with such a title. As we grow older, the harsh realities of not living at Buckingham Palace and having high tea with her most royal majesty bi-weekly, start to kick in. This reality check doesn’t stop us from fawning over the royal family, or wanting the fairytale ending we deserve! These ladies wrote the book on timeless elegance, so it only makes sense to look to them for ring inspiration when writing the next chapter of our happily ever after! Here are our favorite standout rings of the royal family.
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Though the GIA only provides a concrete cut grade for round brilliant cut diamonds, there are some extra facets of diamond quality to keep in mind when opting for a non-round stone. One of these characteristics is the bow-tie effect. In this post we’ll provide some clarity around common questions we receive regarding this non-measurable factor! Continue reading →

When shopping for a diamond or an engagement ring, one of the first (and most commonly asked) questions is: How much does a diamond cost?

The next question is: What can I sacrifice to save money and get the best value?

Buying a diamond can be tricky, but one of the areas where we suggest some flexibility is in the Fluorescence grade. This may be shocking considering the confusion that generally surrounds this topic, but read on and we’ll explain why!

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When it comes to purchasing a diamond, the initial stages might make it seem as though it’s all about the color and clarity grade. However, at Lauren B, we’ve mastered the art of the entire diamond selection process to ensure our own inventory is made up of exceptional options for your engagement ring. Continue reading →

As the Coronavirus becomes more prevalent, so do our clients’ concerns for how to properly maintain their ring while protecting themselves from contact bacteria. Here are a few things you can do to ensure that your ring stays sterilized, but sparkling! Continue reading →

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Elongated Diamond Shapes: Emerald, Radiant, Hybrid Step-Cuts, and Cushion Diamonds

It is no secret that elongated cut diamonds are the ideal center-stone shape for many clients. These diamonds look larger on the hand because they cover more real estate lengthwise on the finger.  Each of the shapes shown below are also cut in square varieties, however we are finding that the elongated ones are all the rage now!

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