When shopping for fine jewelry, especially engagement rings, it is important to keep in mind the durability of the gemstones you are considering. Durability will not only impact the stone type you choose, but also how you wear your jewelry, when you wear it, and how you care for it.  Continue reading →

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!

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Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds with the same chemical composition as natural mined diamonds. Although they are man-made, they still exhibit variations across the 4C’s - Carat, Color, Clarity, & Cut. 

Lab-grown diamonds are a great budget-friendly option, and are typically priced around 30%-50% less than natural diamonds. In this post we’ll provide guidance on what to keep in mind when choosing a lab-grown based on the 4C’s. Continue reading →

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 →

Compare Diamond Shapes & Cuts IGTV

Back to basics: This is a full breakdown of the different diamond shapes! It can often be a confusing topic when discussing length-to-width ratios, dimensions, and the 4 C’s, but most people actually just have a hard time communicating the shape of diamond that they want. To help guide you in the right direction, we have a diamond shape chart that is featured all over our store and used for appointments as well as on our website. We use it to help distinguish the shapes from each other and help our clients use the terminology they need to properly convey the details of their dream ring!

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At Lauren B, a frequent point of contention is diamond pricing. We recently created an IGTV story on this topic and wanted to break it down further for you here!

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With the busy holiday season rapidly approaching we are all bound to find ourselves in some sticky situations. From Halloween makeup to holiday baking - we have listed 5 spooky situations you should steer clear of to ensure the safety of ring!

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At Lauren B, we are known for our vast selection of diamonds, moissanite, and colored gemstones - but due to popular demand, we have extended our inventory to include lab-grown diamonds as well. There can be quite a bit of mystery surrounding these stones, and how they measure up to natural diamonds and other diamond alternatives. Here is a starting guide to determine if a lab-grown stone is right for you! Continue reading →