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?

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The sapphire gemstone is a rare and valuable stone often used as an alternative to the diamond gemstone. With a bevy of color hues, the sapphire is an intriguing gemstone that has a rich history of value and appreciation. Ancient cultures used sapphires in alchemy and religious rituals, while prominent figures like Helen of Troy, King Solomon, and Marco Polo boasted bold, ostentatious sapphires on their person as a symbol of wealth and prosperity. 

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The process of shopping for a diamond engagement ring is overwhelming in its own right, with a budget to manage, a partner to please, a shape to choose, and a monumental life secret to keep from your friends and family. 

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The delicate, elongated shape of the oval cut diamond paired with its subtle brilliance and narrowing effect on the finger create a coveted diamond shape made for the one-of-a-kind bride. It is no surprise that the oval cut diamond has captured the spotlight and secured itself as the most popular cut of 2021 and into the foreseeable future.

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Whether you are a blushing bride excited to venture into the world of diamonds alongside your partner, or whether you are an eager groom-to-be in search of the perfect ring for the love of your life, you may wonder where exactly you should start the engagement ring shopping process.

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Meet Claire! 

Q: How did you get into the (diamond/jewelry/gold) industry?

"Throughout college, I worked in sales at a boutique jewelry store in the Hamptons. I absolutely adored being surrounded by diamonds all day and eventually, the position led me to work as their graphic designer in Manhattan. Although graphic design was a passion of mine, I knew helping clients find their dream engagement ring was my calling!"

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At Lauren B, we are not only well known for our stunning diamond inventory - but also our gorgeous handmade signature settings. We have hundreds of engagement ring settings to choose from and the option to customize these designs to fit your personal preferences. That being said, there are five setting styles, in particular, we are most known for - as these styles are both beautiful and versatile - offering a modern yet timeless appeal.

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Weddings look a bit different these days. 

The pandemic has dramatically changed brides' expectations of their wedding day. Limited guest lists, social distancing requirements, and sporadic shutdowns created frustrating volatility for brides around the world. 

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There are engagement rings or diamonds misconceptions and myths circulating around the internet that often lead to buyer frustration and confusion. Nowadays, with the click of a button we have thousands of resources available, and when it comes to navigating diamond quality and ring pricing, in general, you can easily find yourself overwhelmed with contradictory information. For this reason - we will be explaining the 6 most common diamond and engagement ring misconceptions in-depth to help simplify the buying process!

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NYC is like that overachieving classmate that takes AP classes, plays a varsity sport, and overwhelmingly wins the vote for student body president. Not only is NYC home to Broadway, Wall Street, the Met, and the Empire State Building, it also houses the notorious fine jewelry diamond district. 

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