Our last Gemstone Guide was only just the beginning. With so many gems out there and in our inventory, we’re here to give you part two.

Jewelry trends come and go, and that’s especially true of engagement rings. You’ll always have the classics, but some styles fall in and out of favor. That’s certainly been true of the bezel setting, which has taken a backseat to prong settings for a while now. That’s all changing. 

Deciding on the perfect shape is one of the most exciting parts of picking out a diamond. Everyone has their own taste and opinion. Perhaps you have a personal reason for preferring a certain cut, or maybe you just like the way it looks more than the rest. There’s certainly no wrong shape out there, and they’re all appealing in their own ways. From the elegance of a marquise-cut stone to the simplicity and sparkle of a diamond, there’s always something to love. 

There’s nothing better more satisfying than showing off a brilliant, sparkling, clean diamond engagement ring. Watching the way the center stone shines in the light after being polished and cleaned is almost like magic. While visiting your jeweler for professional cleaning is an option, it isn’t always the most convenient. In order to keep your ring sparkling between visits, we will teach you how to keep it clean at home.

Every year, there are new styles and trends in the world of jewelry. Among engagement rings alone, everything from the style of band to the types of stones used can be different from one year to the next. This time last year, we saw an unwavering demand for simple, oval solitaire engagement rings. While the yellow gold solitaire engagement ring is still the most popular style, we have started to see other styles begin to rise in popularity as well.

In contrast to our blog about indulging, there are many people out there who are all about the simple things in life: minimalism. If you are one of those people, this is the guide for you!