6 Engagement Ring Trends of 2023

As co-founder of Bling Advisor, a Black female-founded jewelry company with over 30+ years of experience, we’ve seen many trends take shape with custom, fine, and engagement jewelry! Engagement season is upon us, and with more consumers preferring alternative styles this year, we are seeing six celebrity-inspired trends when it comes to engagement rings and believe they…

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A Deep Dive Into Diamonds

“A Diamond is Forever,” this cleverly crafted ad campaign coined by industry titans, De Beers, in the 1930s sought to make diamonds the exclusive stone for marriages. Since then, the diamond industry has exploded, ever-increasing the demand for these rare earth-forged stones. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dani | DIAMOND STYLIST…

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Online Engagement Ring Shopping Tips

If shopping online is one of your favorite hobbies, then shopping for an engagement ring online may be the next best thing! Celebrity and millennial favorite jeweler, Ring Concierge, offers an affordable solution with their online-only engagement ring collection VOW by RC. We spoke with Ring Concierge founder & CEO, Nicole Wegman, to get her take on how to best…

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Shop Responsibly Sourced Diamonds

Your love story is one of a kind. What better way to represent your unique bond than with a unique diamond engagement ring? As you may know, however, when irresponsibly traded, diamonds have been known to fund rebellions and wars in many African nations. We spoke with Kristen Lawler-Trustey, PR Manager at De Beers Forevermark,…

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Ring Pairing Tips From The Experts

Wondering how to find a wedding band that compliments your engagement ring but just don’t know where to start? We spoke with Jennifer Gandia and Christina Gambale, owners of Greenwich St Jewelers, to get their expert opinion on creating the perfect ring pairing! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Greenwich St. Jewelers…

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What to Spend on an Engagement Ring

Forget the “two months’ salary” rule. Find out how much money you should really spend on an engagement and wedding ring courtesy of CreditDonkey. Thinking of popping the big question soon? One of the first thoughts in your head is probably: “How much should I spend on the ring?” This decision is both emotional and…

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Discover Your Engagement Ring Style

Selecting an engagement ring style may be the hardest part of buying an engagement ring. For guidance, think about the types of clothing and accessories your significant other gravitates towards—this should give you some clues as to whether they’d prefer a ring that’s classic, modern, unique, glamorous or some combination of those styles. Make sure to…

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Ring Trends of 2021

The staff at Brilliant Earth spend their days helping couples select the rings that symbolize their love and commitment and designing rings that capture their individual style. They are always on the lookout to identify engagement ring and wedding ring trends as soon as they emerge. Below they’ve outlined the trends customers are loving now and that we expect…

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5 Tips for Virtual Ring Shopping

With most events moving towards digital experiences – from business meetings to happy hours – purchasing an engagement ring is no exception. Take ring shopping for a virtual spin and “try on” a few different styles to best find your perfect ring.    It is easy to shop virtually for your engagement ring in the…

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Sustainable Engagement Rings

Anna Sheffield is a pioneer of the alternative bridal marketplace, priding herself in following the highest standards of fine jewelry production.  She is the “go-to” source for tips on advising couples how to shop sustainable but perhaps are unsure of where to begin. Read our interview with the designer below: Why is it important to look for sustainable…

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