GIA May 15, 2020 The Mohs Scale: Why Durability is Important 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 → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged laurenb, jeweler, emerald, diamond alternative, GIA, gems, color, aquamarine, sapphire, wedding band, moissanite, bands, how to clean your ring, wedding bands, engagement rings, shopping, lauren b, diamonds, engagement ring, wedding, engagement, jewelry, Gemstones, Diamond on May 15, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. April 28, 2020 Length-to-Width Ratios: A Buyer's GuideAs 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 → 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 24, 2020 4 C's of Lab Grown Diamonds 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 → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged laurenb, Facets, Brilliant Cut, cut, emerald, clarity, origin, natural, cut proportions, oval, brilliance, fancy cut, pear, GIA, color, elongated diamond shapes, round diamonds, diamond color grade, elongated, round diamond, round brilliant, diamond shapes, diamond shape, radiant, diamond color, ring, lauren b, diamonds, Diamond on April 24, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. March 27, 2020 DIAMONDS 101: THE BOW-TIE EFFECTThough 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 → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged laurenb, Facets, Brilliant Cut Diamond, Brilliant Cut, cut, clarity, oval, fancy cut, pear, GIA, round brilliant cut, elongated, selecting a diamond, round brilliant, diamond shapes, diamond shape, radiant, diamond quality, ring, diamonds on March 27, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. 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 → 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. March 20, 2020 Secrets of Diamond Buying: Millimeter SpreadWhen 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 → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101 and tagged clarity, oval, pear, GIA, diamond selection, color, GIA certificate, oval diamonds, oval diamond, lauren b, diamonds, engagement ring, engagement, Diamond on March 20, 2020 by Gabby Schwarz. February 18, 2020 Elongated Diamond Shapes: Emerald, Radiant, Hybrid Step-Cuts and Cushion DiamondsElongated Diamond Shapes: Emerald, Radiant, Hybrid Step-Cuts, and Cushion Diamonds It is no secret that elongated cut diamonds are the ideal center-stone shape for many clients. These diamonds look larger on the hand because they cover more real estate lengthwise on the finger. Each of the shapes shown below are also cut in square varieties, however we are finding that the elongated ones are all the rage now! Continue reading → This entry was posted in Uncategorized and tagged laurenb, Face-Up Appearance, Culet, Facets, emerald, clarity, pear, GIA, custom, color, elongated diamond shapes, elongated, cushion diamonds, cushion diamond, step cut, emerald cut, cushion cut, diamond shape, radiant cut diamond, radiant, radiant cut, engagement rings, lauren b, engagement ring, engagement, jewelry, Diamond on February 18, 2020 by admin. December 30, 2019 THE LAUREN B EXPERIENCE: MEET RAD & SHANNON Tis' the season for a new heartwarming client spotlight! At Lauren B., we do everything we can to make sure our clients have an easy and exciting ring shopping experience whether they have purchased in-store or are designing with us remotely. We are honored to be a part of each of your love stories and excited to help you with this next exciting chapter in your life!Everyone show some #laurenblove to this month's featured LB couple, Rad & Shannon! Continue reading → This entry was posted in Behind the Showcase and tagged laurenb, nyc, GIA, rose gold, custom ring, pear shape, engagement ring, proposal, Diamond on December 30, 2019 by Claire Kalletta. October 3, 2019 Get To Know: Lab Grown DiamondsAt 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 → This entry was posted in Diamonds 101, Trending Now and tagged Facets, cut, clarity, diamond alternative, synthetic, natural, oval, fancy cut, pear, GIA, colored gemstones, gems, color, moissanites, moissanite, radiant, lauren b, diamonds, engagement ring, engagement, jewelry, Gemstones, Diamond on October 3, 2019 by Gabby Schwarz. April 19, 2019 Favorite Bridal Shoe Picks for the 2019 Spring & Summer Wedding SeasonsCALLING ALL BRIDES! Are you still looking to find that perfect bridal shoe to match your perfect wedding dress?! Well, with the warmer weather finally here, there are infinite bridal shoe options! Whether you're looking for a shoe with beautiful detailing or opting for a more simple yet elegant style, here’s a list of some of our favorite wedding shoe picks for this bridal season! Happy shopping beauties. Continue reading → This entry was posted in Brides Guide and tagged wedding gift ideas, wedding gifts, wedding trends, wedding dress, love, wedding planning, GIA, color, wedding band style guide, 2 carat round diamond comparison, angelina jolie engagement ring, wedding stack, 14k rose gold wedding ring, wedding bands rose gold, wedding band, 2 carat radiant cut, wedding bands, shopping, ring, lauren b, brides, wedding, Hot, jewelry on April 19, 2019 by admin. Items 1 to 10 of 11 total Page:12
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