Gemstone Jewelry While the origins of Mardi Gras can be traced back to medieval Europe – from Rome and Venice in the 17th and 18th centuries to the French House of the Bourbons – most people simply know of it as a day for major celebration in many cities, most popularly in New Orleans, Louisiana. What is Mardi Gras? Mardi Gras, which is French for “Fat Tuesday,” is...
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Engagement Rings Some celebrity engagement rings this year influenced more ring purchases than any others, and below we’ve listed some stars who had mega-influential engagement rings in 2019 and why, according to the experts themselves. Emily Ratajkowski: Two-Stone Rings Arguably the most talked about engagement ring of 2019 belongs to model and actress Emily Ratajkowski, who secretly got married in February 2019 to Sebastian Bear-McClard, an actor...
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Celebrity Engagement Rings / Engagement Rings We love looking at celebrities and Hollywood stars for inspiration when it comes to fashion and all things jewelry, but sometimes it can be rough and heartbreaking when things are just way out of our price range. But not to fear! Actress Emma Stone came to our rescue with her new engagement ring that is —get ready — affordable! We always love it when we...
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Proposal The term ‘engagement season’ was coined in the US to mark the time period when there is an increased number of engagements taking place. This occurs in the US particularly, but not only, around the holiday season. We’ve compiled the ten most popular days to get engaged, with two of them actually being in February. Christmas Day Let’s be real: what could be a better holiday gift than...
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Engagement Rings Did you know that more than 2 million Americans get married each year? Yup, that’s a lot. And one of the most stressful parts of the engagement process is finding an engagement ring that fits your partner’s style and your budget. There are normal questions to ask when shopping for engagement rings: How much is the guy supposed to spend on an engagement ring? What is the...
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Engagement Rings Buying diamond engagement rings can be nerve-racking, but we’re here to help. We compiled tips from experts about how to shop for, and ultimately buy, the best engagement ring. Know your budget and do your research There may be no one better to take jewelry advice from than the experts at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), which sets and maintains the standards used to...
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Engagement Rings Let’s be real: shopping for engagement rings can be so nerve-racking. Not only are there so many styles to choose from, but when you’re paying that much for something so sentimental and special, you wanna make sure it’s exactly what you (or your partner) wants! That’s why we suggest that a couple shop for an engagement ring together. In the past, men discreetly shopped for engagement...
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Engagement Rings Diamonds are the common choice for engagement rings and while diamond engagement rings are nice and all (per the saying, diamonds are a girl’s best friend) but they don’t need to be your only option when looking for a special ring for yourself or for your soon-to-be fiancée. Diamonds can be expensive and even a little too classic, if you’re the kind of person who...
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Engagement Rings So you’ve found your gal and you’re ready to pop the question. Here’s a primer on common mistakes that can ruin that picture-perfect proposal. Avoid these common blunders and chances are, you’ll hear a resounding ‘yes’ when you propose with that perfect ring. Ring size – Proposing with an engagement ring of the wrong size is common. The safest bet is to get one of...
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