brilliance 12 items total December 27, 2021 Timeless Ideas for a Holiday Proposal We have had the absolute pleasure of designing engagement rings and wedding bands for some pretty incredible couples over the past 41 years. Each couple has a wonderfully unique love story with an equally unique proposal and ring. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Brides Guide, Trending Now and tagged cathedral, engaged, friend, getaway, double, shape, romantic, holiday, snow, partner, tree, round, carat, solitaire, princess, christmas, winter, brilliance, pear, GIA, halo, best moissanite size, wedding band, moissanite, rose gold, ring design, custom engagement ring, ring shopping, diamond advice, ring, wedding, engagement, proposal, jewelry, Diamond on December 27, 2021 by Bailey Gossett. November 24, 2021 Cushion Cut vs. Round Cut: A Diamond Shape Face-Off Cushion cut diamonds and round diamonds are the two most popular diamond shapes of 2021. So how do these two diamond shapes measure up when compared side-by-side? In our cushion cut vs. round cut face-off, we compare popular engagement ring styles featuring cushion cut and round “brilliant” diamonds. If you prefer video content, you can view our IGTV video. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged clarity, brilliance, fancy cut, necklace, round diamonds, wedding band, rose gold, ring styles, diamond eternity band, elongated cushion, diamond shapes, cushion cut, diamond shape, loose diamond, engagement rings, shopping, lauren b, Diamond on November 24, 2021 by Bailey Gossett. October 20, 2021 Halo vs. No Halo Engagement Rings: Which Would You Choose? How do you decide whether or not you want an engagement ring with a halo setting? Is the diamond halo engagement ring a fleeting trend or it is here to stay? Can adding a halo to my center stone maximize my engagement ring budget? Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Trending Now and tagged carat, budget, three-stone, design, laurenb, IGTV, cut, emerald, vintage, oval, brilliance, halo, cushion cut diamond, solitaire engagement ring, OVAL CUT, ring budget, cathedral engagement ring, halo ring, double halo, split engagement ring, engagement ring shopping, ring shopping, round diamond, pear shape diamond, cushion diamond, emerald cut, diamond shape, radiant cut, diamond advice, diamond ring, lauren b, Diamond on October 20, 2021 by Bailey Gossett. April 27, 2021 Emerald Cut Wedding and Eternity Bands: Everything You Need to Know The emerald cut diamond is a stunningly classic diamond cut that highlights impeccable diamond clarity and sophisticated artistry. Emerald cut wedding and eternity bands maintain the elegance of this cut whether used as a stand-alone wedding band or as a flawless complement to any style engagement ring. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101, Behind the Showcase and tagged bezel, brilliance, buying a ring, buying diamonds, bridal jewelry, bracelets, bracelet, antique diamond engagement rings, 2 carat round diamond comparison, basket set rings, basket wedding band, beckham diamond engagement ring, budget engagement ring, best proposal ideas, 14k rose gold wedding ring, bands for three stone ring, budgeting your ring, brides on April 27, 2021 by Eric Philippone. March 24, 2021 Diamonds 101: Antique Cushions & Old Mine Cuts This past year has brought a surprising resurgence of vintage-inspired looks and shapes. One of the most prevalent trending features? The antique cushion. Also commonly known as “old mine cut’, these diamonds display incredible brilliance and a distinctive look that stands out from today’s modern cuts! If you love this shape, let Lauren B guide you through the process of selecting your perfect diamond! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged laurenb, Facets, Brilliant Cut, cut, vintage, love, brilliance, color, elongated, moissanite, cushion diamonds, double halo, antique cushion, cushion halo, diamond cuts, cushion diamond, cushion brilliant, rings, diamond cut, ring, lauren b, engagement, jewelry, Diamond on March 24, 2021 by Gabby Schwarz. September 15, 2020 IGTV Educational Series: Eye Clean Diamonds & Diamond Clarity What does EYE CLEAN mean? Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged design, virtual, laurenb, Facets, IGTV, Brilliant Cut, cut, emerald, clarity, oval, brilliance, pear, GIA, si1 clarity, si2 clarity, eye clean, eye clean diamond, clean diamonds, round brilliant, pears, cushion diamond, diamond shapes, emerald cut, diamond shape, radiant, radiant cut, diamond clarity, ring, lauren b, Diamond on September 15, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. May 5, 2020 Gemstone Spotlight: Ruby Everything you need to know about July's birthstone! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Behind the Showcase and tagged cut, emerald, spotlight, origin, natural, brilliance, sapphires, gems, color, pink sapphire, precious gem, sapphire, diamonds, jewelry, Gemstones, Diamond on May 5, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. April 28, 2020 Length-to-Width Ratios: A Buyer's Guide As if buying a diamond wasn’t complicated enough, an added element that goes beyond the basic 4C’s requires additional consideration: diamond ratios. Luckily, this uncharted territory isn’t as difficult to understand as one might think! In an effort to ease your diamond buying experience, we’ve simplified what you need to know about measurement ratios to help get you to the finish line of finding your perfect diamond! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged laurenb, fall, Facets, emerald, natural, oval, brilliance, pear, GIA, gems, round diamonds, emerald cut diamonds, diamond ratios, GIA certificate, elongated, cushion appearance, round diamond, elongated cushion, step cut, emerald cut, cushion cut, fancy shape, diamond shape, radiant cut diamond, radiant, radiant cut, ring, lauren b, engagement, jewelry, Diamond on April 28, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. April 14, 2020 10 Steps to a Better Engagement Ring Selfie! Congrats!You just got engaged and your first instinct is to tell the world about your proposal and show off your new engagement ring. Not so fast though! There are a few things to keep in mind before you post that pic. Luckily, we’re here for ya!Read ahead for a few tips on how to take the perfect ring selfie! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Behind the Showcase and tagged laurenb, nails, love, natural, oval, brilliance, pear, halo, color, halo ring, engagement ring, engagement, proposal, Hot, jewelry on April 14, 2020 by Eric Philippone. March 24, 2020 How Important is Fluorescence? 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! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged cut, clarity, natural, brilliance, pear, GIA, color, diamond fluorescence, shopping, ring, diamonds, engagement ring, engagement, Diamond on March 24, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. January 9, 2020 Top 5 Engagement Ring Trend Predictions for 2020 It’s the beginning of a new decade - and that means new trends are coming! At Lauren B, we have a new roster of predictions for styles and center stones that we think clients will love!! Check out the following for more details on our top 5 upcoming engagement ring trends for 2020! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Trending Now and tagged cut, emerald, vintage, love, diamond alternative, natural, oval, brilliance, fancy cut, halo, eternity bands, gems, custom, color, elongated, moissanite, engagement ring trends, bands, diamond eternity band, diamond cuts, step cut, diamond cut, radiant, engagement rings, lauren b, diamonds, engagement ring, engagement, Hot, jewelry, Diamond on January 9, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. October 12, 2018 The Perfect Radiant Cut Diamond Class is back in session! For this diamond tutorial, we will be discussing the radiant cut diamond. Known for its beautiful brilliance and versatility of shape – as it comes in both square and elongated options! – the radiant is getting more and more notoriety among diamond trends. Because its popularity is somewhat recent, it can often be difficult for clients to understand what can make or break a good quality radiant cut diamond. As a buyer, it is important to understand how to maximize on that special sparkle and get the most bang for your buck! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged brilliance, radiant diamond, custom design, diamond comparison, diamond cuts on October 12, 2018 by admin. 12 Item(s)