Diamonds 101 150 items total November 7, 2016 Re-Introducing our Online Video Gallery Selecting a diamond or style design for your engagement ring can be a daunting task to anyone. There is a lot of mixed information out there and trying to become a diamond expert in a matter of just a few short weeks, or months, is no simple project. As gemologists and diamond specialists, we go through hundreds of diamonds weekly and still find ourselves learning new things once in a while too ;) While it definitely helps to know the 4 C's, there are no hard rules and the main end goal is to end up picking a diamond you visually absolutely LOVE and a ring design that looks flattering on your hand. This means liking the shape, the cut, the color and real life appearance of the finished engagement ring. Researching online can definitely help you familiarize yourself with the different terminology and basic pricing/quality guidelines but having visuals is the only way to know for certain what you will be getting.For this reason we have curated a special online video gallery comparing loose diamond sizes, shapes, weights, and qualities which can be accessed here Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101, Trending Now, Behind the Showcase and tagged loose diamond comparison videos, custom ring video gallery, loose diamond video gallery, lauren b video gallery on November 7, 2016 by admin. September 16, 2016 QUALITY CONTROL PART II: Princess, Emerald, Asscher and Radiant Today we are going to be discussing some more diamond quality recommendations broken down by diamond shape. The diamond cuts we will be diving into today are princess, emerald, asscher, and radiant cut. What these shapes all have in common is a square or rectangular shape giving them an edgy appeal and lots of shine! As with all fancy shape diamonds choosing the perfect one can be very challenging because there are so many variations on their cut and quality to consider, much of which cannot be concluded from reading the diamond certificate alone. Let's try to break things down for you here Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged length to width ratio fancy shape diamonds, color for emerald cut, emerald cut lauren b, proportion radiant cut, radiant cut diamond quality, emerald cut qualities, asscher cut quality, princess cut quality, choosing your diamond quality on September 16, 2016 by admin. September 13, 2016 Quality Control: Ovals, Pears and Marquise Diamonds Previously on the blog we went into detail about cut, color and clarity recommendations for the two most popular diamond shapes: round cut and cushion cut. Today we will get into the details for three fancy shape diamonds and give you some guidelines to keep in mind when selecting your loose diamond. The shapes we will be discussing are oval, pear shape, and marquise. What these three diamond shapes all have in common is that they have large face up appearances with naturally elongated shapes and provide a slimming effect to the finger of the person wearing it. They are also brilliant cuts so will have a lot of sparkle as well. Because there are such variations within each cut these might be the trickiest diamond shapes to predict based off of a certificate alone so we will try to give you some more insight here Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged DIAMOND CUT QUALITY FOR FANCY SHAPE, OVAL CUT, PROPER RATIO FOR LOOSE DIAMOND PEAR OVAL MARQUISE, PEAR SHAPE DIAMOND CLARITY, OVAL COLOR, MARQUISE QUALITY, OVAL QUALITY on September 13, 2016 by admin. August 28, 2016 Diamond Quality Recommendations Broken Down by Shape Earlier this week on the blog we discussed how you should approach finding a good balance of diamond size, color, clarity, and cut for you budget. Today we will give you some recommendations for diamond quality combinations unique to both round and cushion cut diamonds. Please keep in mind these are not hard limits, just guidelines, and nice diamonds can of course exist outside of these ranges as well! We've included videos from our exclusive online video gallery which will give you a really close look and you can go directly there to see hundreds of loose diamond comparison videos across all shapes, sizes and qualities Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged what quality cushion cut should i get, round diamond quality grades, cushion cut shapes, cushion brilliant vs cushion modified, round vs cushion, cushion cut quality, round diamond quality on August 28, 2016 by admin. August 24, 2016 Finding Your Sweet Spot for Diamond Size and Quality A question we get asked often is what color, clarity and cut is the best? The truth is that there is not just one right answer. Not only will the answer be different for every diamond shape, it will also vary based on someone's personal opinion and the way you perceive diamond quality to your eye. The main goal for your diamond is to maximize your budget. Maximizing your budget entails balancing the size, color, cut, clarity, and shape to be the best it can be without over spending. In general we don't believe you should work in extremes by focusing on just one category and over-sacrificing on another. Here are a few tips we suggest for you to aid you in the diamond selection process: Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged color clarity, what is better color or clarity, choosing the best diamond, choosing your diamond quality, diamond four c's, diamond quality tips, engagement ring quality, choosing diamond quality, diamond color on August 24, 2016 by admin. August 19, 2016 Moissanite Quality Education Welcome back! On the blog today we’ll be talking about the most popular classifications for moissanites and how to differentiate them. Charles and Colvard (C&C) is the leading manufacturer for moissanite and they have three major quality levels for the moissanite they produce which we will go into detail about here: Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged moissanite quality, moissanite lauren b, moissanite rings, c&c moissanite, forever one vs forever brilliant, moissanite on August 19, 2016 by admin. August 18, 2016 Moissanite Mania Lately we have been custom creating a dizzying amount of moissanite rings for our clients in all sizes, shapes and ring styles. These fiery gems make the perfect substitute for a diamond engagement ring at a fraction of the cost! The combination of our finely crafted custom rings and these trending center-stones has proven to be a winner with our clients across the world.What Makes Moissanites so Special? Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged moissanite engagement rings, moissanites, moissanite ring, moissanite vs diamond on August 18, 2016 by admin. August 12, 2016 Diamond Clarity Out of the 4 C’s of diamond quality (color, clarity, carat weight, and cut), clarity is perhaps the most misunderstood term. The clarity of a diamond describes the natural imperfections, referred to as inclusions or blemishes, in a diamond. There are different grades of clarity which depend on a number of factors: size, number, position, nature, and relief. While it is not necessary to have a flawless diamond, it is important to have one that would be clean to the eye of most imperfections and without any hazy or milky appearance. We find that most of our clients are happy with diamonds in the VS (very slight) to SI (slightly included range) as these provide the best value and usually ensure a beautiful face up appearance. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged what clarity should you buy for diamonds, diamond inclusions, diamond clarity, diamond quality on August 12, 2016 by admin. May 18, 2016 Diamond Dictionary: Spread Diamond word of the day is SPREAD. In this case it has nothing to do with food or the betting line on a football game. In diamond terms it refers to the face up appearance of a stone, and one that you would call "spready" or having a good spread would appear larger than its actual carat weight might normally dictate. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged diamond knowledge, diamond tips, diamond terms, spready diamond, diamond spread on May 18, 2016 by admin. February 26, 2016 The Beauty of Micro Pave Diamond RingsIf you are getting engaged, then we are happy to tell you that there are more options for engagement jewelry in New York than anywhere else. One gorgeous option that is very in vogue right now is the micro pave diamond engagement ring. We love these rings here at Lauren B. Jewelry. Micro pave rings are rings that have small stones embedded in the surface of the band. Generally, they lay flush with the band, and offer a very subtle but beautiful shine to the ring. We feel that these rings embody many attributes including: Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 on February 26, 2016 by admin. February 4, 2016 Tips for Choosing Your Handmade Diamond RingIf you're perusing the handmade diamond rings in New York, chances are that you're getting ready to propose to your special someone. When it comes to choosing the perfect engagement ring, there are a lot of things to consider. Sure, your budget is going to play a big role in your decision, but you're going to want to choose a quality ring that will be just as special as your soon-to-be fiancé. Consider the following 5 things to help you make the right decision:Reputable JewelerIt's important to choose a quality jeweler when making your purchase. Talk to friends, family, and other engaged couples to find out about jewelers that they would recommend. Look for a company that receives letters from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) to certify their diamonds or appraisal by a certified jewelry institution. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 on February 4, 2016 by admin. January 19, 2016 The Appeal of a Cushion Cut Diamond It seems that the trends in wedding jewelry are always changing. Here at Lauren B Jewelry, we love following these trends. One trend that is hitting the market hard right now is one that we think will be around for a long time. Cushion cut pave engagement rings in NYC have taken our industry by storm, and it is not hard to see why. This cut of the ring is subtle, elegant, shines beautifully, and has a very classic look to it. We predict that this modern trend will become a staple in jewelry design for a long time to come. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged cushion diamonds, Engagement ring options, Cushion engagement rings, Cushion cut rings, loose diamond on January 19, 2016 by admin. Items 121 to 132 of 150 total Page: 1...10111213