Month: November 2017

Breathtaking, sparkling, one of a kind – it might describe your personality or that of a soon-to-be fiancee, but it also describes your ideal diamond. Knowing how to buy a diamond before you start your search will help you save time, effort, and likely some cost as well. Here are a few questions you’ll need to keep in mind before seeking out diamond rings or custom made jewelry with diamonds:

What shape do you like?

When you close your eyes and picture your perfect diamond, is it a traditional round diamond? Does it look more like a square or oval shape? The shape of your ideal gem will dictate the cuts available to you, so starting here is a smart move.

What kind of cut would you like?

There are a wide variety of diamond cuts available, from the familiar “brilliant” cut typically seen in round engagement diamonds to more exotic cuts like rectangular baguettes or sparkling marquise cuts. If you are having trouble deciding, consider a favorite shape for a center stone, with your second-favorite shape as smaller, flanking stones in your design.

What would you like your diamond to look like?

White diamonds are graded on a lettered scale that ranges from the colorless D to the yellowish hue found in Z-grade diamonds. You’ll also need to know the clarity you’re looking for – a range which measures how many particles or “inclusions” can been seen with the naked eye in a chosen diamond ring or loose stone.

How big should your diamond be?

Your jeweler can give you an idea of what a carat, half carat, and so on really look like in person. Use these demonstrations to determine what you’d like your custom made jewelry to look like.

It doesn’t have to be big and flashy – the great thing about personalized, customized jewelry is that it always suits your style.

Before you start searching for personalized jewelry in Woodland Hills, just make sure you know what you’re looking for. You’ll feel more confident in browsing and buying diamonds, and that means that you’ll be able to create the perfect piece of diamond jewelry that much faster. Happy diamond hunting!

So you’ve decided to pop the BIG question – congratulations! Before you drop to a knee, pull out a custom engagement ring, and make your soon-to-be fiance speechless with happiness, there are a few things you’ll need to do. You’ll need to follow these steps to ensure the path to getting hitched goes off without a hitch:So you’ve decided to pop the BIG question – congratulations! Before you drop to a knee, pull out a custom engagement ring, and make your soon-to-be fiance speechless with happiness, there are a few things you’ll need to do. You’ll need to follow these steps to ensure the path to getting hitched goes off without a hitch:

1.) Ring Size

This is a big one! Don’t guess at your intended’s ring size – it can lead to an awkward moment of trying to squeeze on a too-tight ring when they say yes. Instead, borrow a ring from their jewelry box or enlist the help of friends and family – the ones that can keep a secret, of course – to find their correct size. If they only have one ring they don’t take off, surprise them with a “spa day” collude with a manicurist or massage therapist to insist the ring come off during treatment. Then, you can quietly measure it with a printable ring sizing tool or even a piece of string out of their eyesight.

2.) Talk it Over with Family

If you or your partner has a traditional attitude about romance, you should make time to discuss your intentions with your future fiancee’s parents, or even ask for their permission first.

3.) Plan the Perfect Date

How will you pop the question? Having a plan gives you a sense of confidence, having a deadline helps you past last-minute nerves. You should know how, where, and when to propose, and have a few “Plan B” steps in mind in case a venue is closed, it starts raining, or another logistical hiccup occurs.

4.) Figure out a Budget

Knowing what you’d like to spend on your custom engagement ring is important when you’re doing your engagement ring shopping.

5.) Pick the Right Ring

Always keep your intended’s style in mind when picking an engagement ring – remember, they’ll have to wear it every day!

Part of picking the right ring means working with a trustworthy custom made jeweler in Woodland Hills. If you’re ready to ask the big question, we’re ready to help you make it happen. Click here to get a free custom jewelry quote for an engagement ring that will get you a brilliant, enthusiastic yes!