06.10.19
It’s time to Give Child Marriage the Finger
When we founded Frank Darling, we saw a moment when the conversation around marriage began to change. Today more than ever, marriage is a joint decision where love is given, not taken. That’s why, today, we’re incredibly proud to launch The VOW Collection dedicated to help ending child marriage.
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The Definitive Guide to Building the Perfect Ring Stack
03.09.19
With the right collection in your jewelry box, rings give you endless ways to curate your look. They're an easy way to add a fresh spin to a muted work wardrobe, or your most colorful dresses. Whether you're new to the ring game or a veteran looking for inspiration, these are our top tips to perfecting your stack.
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What is a Bezel Setting and Why are they so Popular?
30.08.19
Like many funny sounding jewelry words, the bezel's linguistic origins are French. A Bezel setting is a style of setting where the diamond is surrounded by a metal rim, rather than clutched by the four or six prongs you're used to seeing in a solitaire setting. They might have old-fashioned connotations, but, for both the trendsetters and the gemsetters, the bezel is officially in vogue right now.
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The Right Way to Use a Placeholder Engagement Ring
30.08.19
While more and more couples are shopping together, collaborating isn't right for everyone. But, taking a wild guess just seems wrong. Proposing with a placeholder engagement ring is the latest trend. Is it right for you?
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Platinum vs. Gold — Which Should You Choose for Your Ring and Why
23.08.19
Platinum is durable, white gold is affordable, yellow gold is trendy, and rose gold looks great on everyone. So when you're thinking about platinum vs. gold which should you pick and why? The answer might surprise you.
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Whatever You Do, Don’t Buy This Diamond Shape
23.08.19
Each diamond shape has its own merits. Emerald cut diamonds are elegant. Asscher cut diamonds are sophisticated. Oval diamonds are modern and classy. But, round brilliants are perfectly engineered, and mathematically guaranteed to out-sparkle their fancy-shaped competitors. With so many to choose from, how can you pick which is right for you?
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What to Avoid when Buying an SI Clarity Diamond
23.08.19
While you might think an SI clarity diamond is the best value for money, the answer is often yes, but, not always. The reality is that while SI1 and SI2 diamonds can be a great value, and are often eye clean, they're not always. If you're thinking about purchasing an SI1 diamond online without backup from an expert, here's what you'll want to watch out for.
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Four Reasons You Should Love Three Stone Settings
23.08.19
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 settings 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 ring.
