Etiquette: Advice For Ring Lovers

Engagement on the brain? You'll need all the help you can get, darling. Get all of our expert tips and tricks on diamond details, ring styling, the perfect setting, shopping tips and much more. Exclusively on Etiquette.
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The Oval Diamond Is Everywhere, Here’s How to Stand Out | Frank Darling
Oval diamonds aren’t just a trend—they’re a movement! One we can fully get behind, given their inherent brilliance and seductive curves. This sleek diamond shape has officially captured the hearts of fashion-forward couples across the globe including everyone from celebs like Ariana Grande and Emma Stone. What makes the oval diamond shape such an engagement revolution? And how can you take it beyond stunning to make it your own signature style? Well, darlings, you’ve come to the right place.
How Much Are Men’s Wedding Bands Really? | Frank Darling
If you’re a guy who’s hearing wedding bells, but feeling a little left out of all the sparkle and shine, we understand. The humble men’s wedding band is often an overlooked part of the engagement ring, proposal, and wedding day process. It gets a nod, of course, a bit of your wedding budget, but all the big questions revolve around a diamond engagement ring, pushing men’s wedding bands to the side.
How To Modernize a Vintage Engagement Ring to Get In With the Old and In With the New | Frank Darlin
While we’re still not sure how we feel about skinny jeans, we are totally in on the resurgence of vintage engagement rings. But we don’t mean actual vintage rings. We mean new engagement rings with vintage details that have a timeless feel. One of the folks on board with modernizing a vintage engagement ring? We’ve got you. Here’s everything you need to know about how to rock a vintage influence with modern appeal.
Five Reasons You’ll Love a Three Stone Engagement Ring | Frank Darling
Even since Meghan Markle said “I do” to Prince Harry’s three stone engagement ring, people have been fawning over this low profile, extra-sparkly alternative to the solitaire. What’s not to love? While many think of three stone engagement rings as past present and future rings — a physical representation of our your journey together — we’re here to offer some practical reasons to fall hopelessly in love with a three stone.
THE TOP 5 WAYS TO WEAR AN ASSCHER CUT
With its wide, step-cut facets, mesmerizing symmetry, and high crown, the Asscher cut diamond makes a one-of-a-kind statement when it comes to diamond shapes. It’s known for its hall-of-mirrors like brilliance, which fits seamlessly into Art Deco-inspired engagement ring styles. If you’re looking for Asscher engagement rings that stand out from the crowd, you’ve come to the right place. Here are a few of our favorite Asscher cut diamond engagement rings to get your inspiration wheels turning.
THE NEW ERA OF ART DECO RINGS
They say what goes around comes right back around and that definitely applies to Art Deco style diamond rings, darling. It’s hard to ignore Art Deco’s influence on not only engagement ring style, but architecture, interiors, homewares and more — even 100 years after the fact. But why has this style made such a significant resurgence? And how can you make the most of art deco rings in a thoroughly modern way? Let’s discuss.
GIA CERTIFICATION — WHAT MAKES IT SO GREAT?
GIA. AGS. GCAL. IGI. EGL. So. Many. Acronyms. Are they the same? Are they different? Is one better than the rest? Darling, it’s not you. It’s us. Well, it’s the diamond industry, really. But we promise, we’re here to help you make sense of it all. Because at the end of the day, that GIA diamond grading report is definitely worth it and you want worth it when you’re dropping major dollars on a spectacular new diamond ring.
EPAULETTES, TRAPEZOIDS, AND EVERY ALTERNATIVE DIAMOND SHAPE YOU SHOULD MEET
Grunge, indie, underground, noise…alt rock means a lot of different things to a lot of people. But to us, alt rock is the diamond shape you didn’t see coming. The one of a kind shape that sends your engagement ring to the top of the charts. An alternative diamond shape can be the star or, just like a stellar backing band, bring unique, flattering flair to the show. So let’s dig in, darling, and discover the alt rocks of your engagement ring dreams.
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE SHOPPING FOR ENGAGEMENT RINGS
Unless you’ve got a family heirloom at the ready, figuring out how to buy an engagement ring, much less the ring of your person’s dreams, isn’t a simple task. And while there’s no right or wrong way to do it, we’ve learned a few things over the years that can help you get there with as little panic as possible. Let’s break it down.
THE 5 LOW MAINTENANCE ENGAGEMENT RINGS OF YOUR DREAMS
Around here, we’re all about the low maintenance engagement ring. Because who doesn’t like easy? Keep reading for the scoop on our favorite low maintenance, low profile engagement rings — sure to keep your life (and diamonds!) simple, streamlined, and secure.
WHY YOUR COOL AUNT IS OBSESSED WITH EMERALD CUT DIAMONDS
Why exactly is the emerald cut so popular? Well darling, emerald diamonds are the epitome of glam without ever being garish. They’ve stood the test of time — literally centuries — and still come out looking so new it nearly hurts. But let’s break it down a bit so you can really sink your teeth into why emerald engagement rings are always the next best thing.
The Blog: 5 Reasons Not to Buy a Cushion Cut Diamond
Buying a cushion cut diamond is a bit like buying a mattress. Hear me out. Sure, you could buy a mattress online, and it shows up at your door, sleep savior it was meant to be. Right? Wrong. Because really, there’s no standard.
The Blog: 5 Reasons Not to Buy a Pear Shaped Diamond
On the hunt for pear shaped engagement rings? Get everything you need to know about shopping this unique diamond shape.
The Blog: How to Design a Unique Engagement Ring
Design your own unique engagement ring and get a free sketch! Not sure where to start? Explore ring settings, diamonds, and metals to make it your own.