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Considering Lab-grown Diamonds? Here’s What You Need to Know

Growing diamonds in a laboratory sounds like science fiction, but it’s very much science fact.

The Importance of Professionally Cleaning Diamond Engagement Rings

Getting your diamond engagement ring cleaned and checked regularly should be part of your annual routine, just like having your car serviced

Catherine Johnson

The Iconic ‘Tiffany’ Setting and How It Came to Be

In 1886 Charles Lewis Tiffany introduced his ‘Tiffany’ setting and Tiffany diamond engagement rings became all the rage.

Catherine Johnson

Planning a Winter Wedding in New Zealand

If you’re the couple who likes to do things a little differently, a winter wedding could be the flash of brilliance you’re looking for.

Catherine Johnson

Surprise or Pick an Engagement Ring Together?

It’s the age-old conundrum. Do you pop the question, wait for a ‘yes’, then go hunting for a ring together?

Catherine Johnson

Choosing the Right Colour Gold for Your Engagement Ring

When choosing diamond engagement rings, one of the first choices is the type of metal for the band.

Catherine Johnson

The History of Diamonds in Engagement Rings

You might be wondering where the diamond engagement ring tradition came from. Well, it’s a fascinating story!

Catherine Johnson

Diamond Clarity - The 4Cs of Diamonds

The word ‘clarity’ refers to a diamond’s inclusions and surface blemishes. To establish a clarity grade, a number of factors are considered.

Catherine Johnson

Diamond Carat Weight - The 4Cs of Diamonds

In the diamond world, one metric carat equals 200 milligrams, and then each carat is subdivided to allow highly precise measurements.

Catherine Johnson

Diamond Colour - The 4Cs of Diamonds

When you think about diamond colour, white (aka colourless) immediately comes to mind, but there are also a range of diamond colours.

Catherine Johnson

Diamond Cut - The 4Cs of Diamonds

Delve into the scintillating world of diamonds and the word ‘cut’ will appear. In this article, we explain the diamond cutting process.

Catherine Johnson

Planning a Pandemic Wedding in Uncertain Times

With all the uncertainty at the moment, what do you need to know about planning a wedding in the ‘new normal’?

Catherine Johnson

The Diamond Buying Guide – The 4Cs of Diamonds

Finding the perfect diamond goes beyond grade or the price tag. There are a number of factors that are important.

Catherine Johnson

5 Awesome Kiwi Proposal Ideas That’ll Guarantee a ‘Yes’!

Are there wedding bells in your future? You’ve met that someone special and now need some proposal inspiration? We've got you covered!

Catherine Johnson

The Dos and Don'ts of Looking After Your Engagement Ring

Your engagement ring is one of the more important and precious pieces of jewellery you will own.

Catherine Johnson

Why diamonds are still the number one choice for engagement rings

Since the ancient Roman civilisation, men have been giving ‘betrothal rings’ but the connection between diamonds and engagements came later.

Catherine Johnson

The Diamond Setting Process - Why is it so important?

The attractiveness of a diamond ring is the combined result of skilled design and precise stone setting that enable each diamond to sparkle.

Catherine Johnson

How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring in NZ?

The old rule was an engagement ring should cost two months’ salary. Clearly, these people did not have mortgages or rent to pay in Auckland.

Catherine Johnson

Buying An Engagement Ring In-store vs Online

Buying diamond engagement rings online is becoming more popular. As technology has become more secure, retailers have upped their game.

Catherine Johnson

10 Amazing Proposal Locations near Auckland

Along with getting her an engagement ring she will love, you also want to think about the places to propose.

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