Diamonds 101 154 items total April 13, 2018 Diamond Faceoff: Square Cushion Cut vs. Princess Cut Diamond The two most popular square diamond shapes would be the cushion cut and princess cut diamonds. Getting stuck between the two is common since they do share some similarities. However, we will highlight some of the main differences between cushion vs. princess cuts here for you to see! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged square diamond, cushion vs princess on April 13, 2018 by admin. April 11, 2018 Oval Diamond Ratios: Lauren B Diamond Ratio Series Today we want to go over oval diamond ratios and why they are so important. When it comes to fancy shape diamonds the length to width ratio is crucial because it tells you what shape oval you have. When we say shape, we mean the overall outlined appearance of the stone. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged oval ratio, oval diamond ratio, oval diamonds on April 11, 2018 by admin. April 4, 2018 What is Morganite Gemstone? Lauren B Color Gem Stones One of the most popular gemstones we offer is the Morganite. Morganite makes for a vibrant centerpiece in more non-traditional engagement rings. While they definitely stand out in a crowd, many clients are not as familiar with this type of colored stone's characteristics. Selecting suitable Morganites is a tedious process! If you are considering a Morganite center stone for your ring, it is important to understand both the benefits and the limitations of this eye-catching stone! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Diamonds 101 and tagged morganite engagement ring, gemstone morganite, morganite rings on April 4, 2018 by admin. February 13, 2018 Emerald VS. Tsavorite Green Gemstone Comparison Emerald VS. TsavoriteColored gem stones are becoming more popular every year as an engagement center stone choice. They're excellent when working with a budget but looking for size, and also offer a more unique look than a traditional white diamond. We notice a big push towards these colorful options as each stone is unique in its own way. Take a look at the differences and similarities between our favorite bright green gems: Tsavorite and Emerald. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Diamonds 101 and tagged green engagement ring, green colored stones, green gem stone, emerald vs. tsavorite on February 13, 2018 by admin. February 8, 2018 Rectangular Diamond Face Off Elongated Cushion Vs. Radiant Two of the most popular diamond shapes at the moment are easily cushion cut and radiant cut. However, it is safe to say that among cushion and radiant, the elongated variations of these cuts that are most popular. Elongated diamond shapes tend to give a larger face up appearance. They look flattering and graceful on all hand shapes. Let's learn more about these two rectangular shapes and decide which one is best for you! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged elongated diamond shapes, cushion radiant, elongated cushion vs radiant, cushion vs radiant cut on February 8, 2018 by admin. February 2, 2018 Why Are Round Diamonds More Expensive Than Other Shapes? Diamond shapes are constantly going in and out of style however the Round brilliant cut is a true classic. The round cut diamond is the most popular from all diamond shapes. This lends itself to the question, why are round diamonds more expensive than other shapes? Most will notice that round diamonds can be around 35% more costly. Let's go over a few key points and get to know this shape better! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged round diamonds pricey, why are round diamonds expensive, round diamonds on February 2, 2018 by admin. January 24, 2018 Which Moissanite Should You Pick: Harro vs. Charles and Colvard Moissanites: Harro vs. Charles and Colvard Moissanites have become very popular, and for good reason. They are an incredible option when working on a budget. They range from $800-$1,000 per carat when compared to diamond which starts at $7,000-$10,000 per carat until you get to 3 carats. Because of this savings, working with a moissanite often leaves room in the budget for a more intricate handmade Lauren B setting. You can view some examples here. Some of our clients also prefer this beautiful alternative because they find it to be the most socially conscious option on the market while not sacrificing look or quality. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101, Trending Now and tagged which moissanite, harro charles colvard, Harro vs charles and colvard on January 24, 2018 by admin. January 15, 2018 Selecting the Size of Your Moissanite Selecting the Size of Your MoissaniteMoissanites have easily become one the most popular diamond alternatives to date. Their white appearance, amazing brilliance, and reasonable price point makes them a winner. There are a few ways of selecting the size of your moissanite and we will help you breakdown which direction is right for you Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Diamonds 101 and tagged best moissanite size, selecting moissanite size, what size moissanite, picking moissanite size on January 15, 2018 by admin. January 9, 2018 Introducing Lauren B COLOR; Colored Gems 101 Part I Introducting Lauren B Color! We are noticing a huge migration toward non diamond center stone options. Colored gems made the list for popularity this year in upcoming trends. Color stones are a bit more complicated than diamonds since there are so many unique versions. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Styles & Details, Diamonds 101 on January 9, 2018 by admin. December 22, 2017 Should You Buy a Diamond Sight Unseen? There are also many different ways to purchase a diamond in today's market. There's nothing quite like looking at a diamond in person, but we understand that sometimes the resources are not available to do so. This is when carefully purchasing a diamond remotely becomes the best option. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged internet diamonds, diamond sight unseen on December 22, 2017 by admin. December 12, 2017 How To Choose the Size of Your Center Stone Choosing the size of your center stone is no easy task. Think about your budget, finger shape, and what you would like to achieve with you ring design. Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged how many carats ring, center stone carats on December 12, 2017 by admin. November 15, 2017 Pear Shape Diamonds are Back! The day has finally come! We have definitely been waiting for this one for a while. Pear shape diamonds are back and more popular then ever. The past year has really been all about the elongated diamond trend. Three years ago we saw ovals become a huge hit and pear shape diamonds have quickly followed suit. Let's go over a few ways to set your pear! Continue reading → Continue reading → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged pear shape diamond trend, pear diamond rings on November 15, 2017 by admin. Items 85 to 96 of 154 total Page: 1...789...13