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
Everything you need to know about July’s birthstone! Continue reading
As 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!
Everyone knows someone born in April, but the idea of shopping for their diamond birthstone can seem overwhelming! Let us help you choose thoughtful gifts for the April baby in your life without breaking the bank! Continue reading
One of the most popular desires amongst our clients is for a unique engagement ring; however, that can conflict with also wanting something traditional and timeless. One suggestion we make often at Lauren B is to opt for a more minimalistic engagement ring design, like a solitaire, as opposed to an intricate setting concept. Continue reading
From a young age, little girls everywhere grow up fantasizing about becoming a princess and all of the splendor associated with such a title. As we grow older, the harsh realities of not living at Buckingham Palace and having high tea with her most royal majesty bi-weekly, start to kick in. This reality check doesn’t stop us from fawning over the royal family, or wanting the fairytale ending we deserve! These ladies wrote the book on timeless elegance, so it only makes sense to look to them for ring inspiration when writing the next chapter of our happily ever after! Here are our favorite standout rings of the royal family.
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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!
It’s the beginning of a new decade – and that means new trends are coming! At Lauren B, we have a new roster of predictions for styles and center stones that we think clients will love!! Check out the following for more details on our top 5 upcoming engagement ring trends for 2020! Continue reading
Back to basics: This is a full breakdown of the different diamond shapes! It can often be a confusing topic when discussing length-to-width ratios, dimensions, and the 4 C’s, but most people actually just have a hard time communicating the shape of diamond that they want. To help guide you in the right direction, we have a diamond shape chart that is featured all over our store and used for appointments as well as on our website. We use it to help distinguish the shapes from each other and help our clients use the terminology they need to properly convey the details of their dream ring!
At Lauren B, a frequent point of contention is diamond pricing. We recently created an IGTV story on this topic and wanted to break it down further for you here!
With the launch of their latest venture, @BetchesBrides, and her upcoming wedding this summer, wedding band shopping was at the top of Betches CEO Aleen Kuperman’s list!
For all the brides-to-be, @BetchesBrides is a new outlet by Betches Media that offers a behind-the-scenes look at weddings, full of resources and guides to help you navigate the ins-and-outs of wedding planning. Their blog, written in their signature tone, highlights topics like “7 Tips for Writing the Perfect Wedding Speech” and “How to Decide Who Gets a Plus One.”
So, how about: where do I start when picking the right wedding band?!
Along with other 80’s fashion trends such as high waisted jeans, embellished dresses, and neon leggings – marquise diamonds are currently making their comeback. Although the thought of a marquise engagement ring may seem a bit old school, our modern, sleek designs bring an elegant appeal to these antique shaped stones.