Deck the halls and don’t forget to accessorize yourself! The best way to dazzle for the holidays is with diamonds. From Verragio’s Vanguard collection, these showstopping jewels will make your holiday look complete. Festive style starts with sparkle, and it’s always fun to visualize your look before the event. Is it a cocktail party? That’s…
If they’re in love with the twisted shank on the Venetian and Parisian engagement rings…they’ll adore our braided diamond hoops! Two-tone floret halo devotees will wear these diamond stud earrings every day! Are they your shining star? Our mini-star gold and diamond bracelet is a delicate way to remind them they’re the center of your…
Source: Refat/Shutterstock.com You’ve heard the term “carat.” You’ve also heard “karat.” They both sound so similar, and they’re spelled almost exactly the same. Is there a difference between the two? There is! We’ll dive into the differences between the two and explain where the confusion — besides the sound and spelling — came from in…
Source: Roman Samborskyi/Shutterstock.com It can be both challenging and overwhelming to figure out which engagement ring will really wow your partner. You need to think about the metal type, setting, cut of the diamond and everything in between. If you don’t know the difference between a setting or a diamond cut, don’t worry. We’ll break…
Diamonds are formed under pressure underneath the Earth. If you’re not sure what the difference between color and clarity is or what the 4 Cs of diamond buying are, keep reading to learn more with our diamond clarity grade guide. What Is the Diamond Clarity Scale? — According to the Gemological Institute of America Inc.,…
Exploring Verragio’s semi-mount ring settings and not sure what shape of diamond is perfect for you? Or more so, are you wondering what kind of diamond ring shapes and cuts are even out there? Below is a list of the most common and iconic diamond ring cuts available, along with a look at some of…
Source: pOnGz/Shutterstock.com There’s a reason why the oval cut diamond has become a tried and true favorite among fashion icons like Blake Lively and Kourtney Kardashian. This pretty diamond shape is as alluring as they come, offering plenty of light-catching facets that create ample brilliance and sparkle. But this shape comes with one unique visual…
Source: H_Ko/Shutterstock.com As you peruse social media, magazines and jewelers for an engagement ring style that you like, you may come across some pretty hefty rocks. From Kate Middleton’s 12-carat oval sapphire to Maria Carey’s 35-carat emerald cut diamond, tastemakers of all varieties wear substantially-sized gemstones, and it leaves the average person wondering what size…
Source: DiamondGalaxy/Shutterstock.com In the market for a diamond style that’s positively hypnotizing? Let us introduce you to the vastly underrated emerald cut diamond. This exquisite diamond is known for its traditional yet artful aesthetic, created by a clever cutting technique that creates a deeply dimensional, mirrored look you won’t be able to take your eyes…
Source: Manish Mistry/Shutterstock.com In the United States, the average size of an engagement ring is around one carat, but there is no rulebook that says how big or small an engagement ring should be. Ultimately, your budget and how it looks on your finger will help you determine the right size. When looking at engagement…