Get Clear About Diamond Clarity What should VS and SI mean to you? I love diamonds and diamond clarity is an important aspect. What I don’t love are diamond industry practices that lead consumers into making poor purchasing decisions. I am writing this guide to help you feel more informed about diamond clarity and to empower you into feeling more confident about your diamond purchasing judgement. As always, if you need one-to-one advice just CONTACT ME and I’d be happy to help. WHAT IS DIAMOND CLARITY? Diamonds are rated on their 4 C’s – Cut, Carat, Color and of course Clarity. Clarity is ..read more

  I still remember the look on my girlfriend’s face when I looked her in the eyes and presented her with a stunning diamond engagement ring. She is now my wife and not a day goes by where I don’t feel like the luckiest man in the world. Being the Diamond Geek, I had some extra pressure to find her a ring that truly went above and beyond, while still remaining within my budget. This is why i wrote this diamond buying guide, to make thing more simple. Having gone through this process myself and having frequently helped guide people to finding the perfect engagement ring for their partner ..read more

Over the past year I have been highlighting special jewelry pieces in my Facebook group, Most Beautiful Jewelry. I’ve been amazed at the level of talent out there, often from up and coming jewelry designers and artists that haven’t yet received the attention that their work deserves. Today I am pleased to announce the start of The Jewelry Designer’s Spotlight, in which I will regularly profile a talented artist and their work. Today we begin with a very special designer, Vicky Lew. Vicky is originally from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, but has made London her home. She graduated from Centra ..read more

Summer is finally here. It’s a time for friends, cafes, beaches and sun-soaked memories. To get into the summer spirit I have selected nine pieces of handmade jewelry, designed with passion and skill. I’ve gone for jewel colors like yellow, orange, red and brown, as these will complement the brightness and warmth of the summer months. These pieces will not just be an extension of your summer fashion, they will be an extension of you <a href="https://ad.zanox.com/ppc/?38158497C1228121398&ulp=[[https://www.etsy.com/il-en/listing/276353890/stunning-hand-pierced-argentium-silver?ga_o ..read more

Buying a diamond can be very challenging, even for people that are familiar with the industry. For a complete novice, it’s not uncommon to see a look of panic sweep over their face as they walk into a diamond store, trying (and failing), to appear as if they know what they are looking for. Look, there is no denying the fact that there are endless options and considerations when buying a diamond. Everything from personal preferences, vendors, the 4 C’s, where to buy and even how to buy the diamond of your dream. I see your panicked faces and have 10 easy tips to help you feel knowledgeable an ..read more

 Flawless, VVS1, VVS2, VS1, VS2, SI1, SI2, I1 – What does it all mean? One of the most common topics that I am emailed about is regarding Diamond Clarity. I’m always happy to answer your questions but I thought it would be beneficial to create a diamond clarity guide that will help readers understand and appreciate clarity. What Defines Diamond Clarity? Clarity is one of the 4 C’s of diamonds – Clarity, Cut, Color and Carat. The first three make up the quality of a diamond while Carat refers to the quantity. The price and value of a diamond is based on the combination of all 4 elements ..read more

SI1 Diamond Basics If you are looking for a quality diamond, an SI1 diamond would be a very wise choice. SI stands for Slightly Included, with inclusions being internal flaws within the diamond. This guide will help you understand the advantages of SI1 diamonds along with some best practices to help you find the best SI1 diamond at the most reasonable price point. We don’t just have information for you, we have magnified photos to help demonstrate what we’re talking about, so that you can learn what to look for when purchasing your new SI1 diamond. Diamond Clarity Definition Diamond clarity m ..read more

Finding a diamond in the rough, takes on an added meaning when you’re looking at I1 clarity diamonds. If you know what you are looking for, you can find an I1 diamond that is equivalent to a “superior” VS clarity diamond (to untrained eyes), only with a much reduced price. This guide will help show you what to look for, so that you can find some of the most valuable diamond deals on the market. I1 Clarity Diamond Defined What is an I1 clarity diamond? I’ve written a whole guide breaking down all the clarity grades for you, but in short, an I1 diamond is given this grade because it contains m ..read more

Looking for a well cut Round diamond advice? you are welcome to contact me. The service is free of charge and I will assist you finding the perfect diamond at the right price just for you. Anyone wanting to buy a round diamond should do a good research before making an actual purchase. Not only since it’s a luxurious good, but especially since you want to get the best diamond for value. In this case, you are suggested to be particularly looking into the diamond’s cut characteristics and ensure that they are of a good quality. There are few aspects that make a round diamond valuable and ..read more

The cut is the true soul of a diamond! Even though most shoppers prefer concentrating in Size, Clarity or Color as the most important factors, a cut is truly what makes a diamond sparkle and shine. Diamond cut is the one factor that is often under-appreciated by diamond shoppers and it should change. The quality diamond cut means great proportions of facets placed at the right angles. A diamond with such cut is able to receive incoming light, bounce it several times against the walls of its facets, and reflect it back out into several sparkling lines of light that could wow you and potential ..read more