The concept of a wedding day first look is a new trend in the wedding world. While tradition dictates that the bride and groom first see each other as she walks down the aisle, there are plenty of great arguments as to why you should have a first look session with your photographer. The decision…
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Ruby has ben the world’s most precious gem for thousands of years. That’s right: before the diamond, the ruby ruled all. Even the Bible places rubies above all, the most precious of the 12 stones created by God, and mentioned by Job (re: wisdom is more precious than…) and placed on Aaron’s neck. In ancient Sanskrit,…
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Can you believe we’re nearly 6 months out from Christmas? That’s right, the holiday season will arrive in the blink of an eye. And when one of our team members happily announced there were only 24 weeks left ’til Christmas, we just had to share our holiday spirit with all of our shoppers! No matter…
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Happy Independence Day to all of our stateside Raymond Lee friends, fans and family! We’re taking the day off to celebrate the 4th of July, but we will be open with our normal regular hours on Monday. Wishing all of our readers a safe and Happy Independence Day – and if you get engaged as…
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Before we head out for a weekend of celebration, we’re wrapping up the week at our showroom, playing dress up with our many customers who don’t have work today. And the name of the game is patriotic bling today! So while we will be closed tomorrow to observe Independence Day, we are open today until…
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Without saying a word, a man’s wrist speaks volumes about his lifestyle. Besides the convenience of checking the time with a glance at the wrist, watches are subtle statements about his priorities. British newspaper, The Telegraph, reports that a watch is “an investment that honours the artistry and dedication behind these stunning, high-quality creations.” Quality watches are…
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Delicate jewelry is extremely fragile. Made with precious metals and gemstones, some pieces can also be extremely expensive. Jewelry that is worn on a daily basis, like wedding rings, mother’s rings and favorite necklaces, should be cleaned regularly and inspected for any damage that may be caused by daily wear and tear. Things You Can…
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One of the most magical moments of your wedding day is finally slipping that band on your finger when you say “I Do.” The wedding band signifies forever – an unbroken circle that represents the everlasting quality of your love. A band worn on the left finger symbolizes that you are married. If it’s been…
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Meira Tis one of the hottest names in designer jewelry. This line, chock full of stunning bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, handbags and more, is gorgeous and reflects the modern sensibility of today’s jewelry lover. Meira T pieces expertly combine the luxury of precious gemstones with the delicate, streamlined look of everyday wear. These accessories work…
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Couples spend hours (and plenty of money) finding the perfect diamond, designing custom settings and even reworking heirloom pieces into new creations, all in the quest for a personalized symbol of their love. Your wedding and engagement rings are a very public statement, and you will probably talk about them and show them off again…
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This week, we’ve covered each of the 4 C’s. It’s a little known, but important fact, however, that there are 5 C’s. The last one that most people don’t bother with is Certificate. And it doesn’t impact a diamond’s appearance like the other 4 C’s, but you can bet your bottom dollar it affects a…
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This week, we’ve been focusing on the 4 C’s you need to know to get a great deal on a diamond. So far, we’ve covered diamond Clarity Grades, Cut Grades, and carat weight. Today, I’ll be explaining diamond Color grades. Diamonds come in a large variety of colors, some rarer and more valuable than others…
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Alright, we’ve already covered diamond carats and diamond cut, today we’re back with everything you need to know about diamond clarity. Diamond Clarity is determined by the presence or absence of flaws in or on the diamond. The rarest of diamonds have perfect clarity, and are internally and externally flawless. The majority of diamond have some degree of…
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Yesterday, we talked all about diamond carat weights, and how to use the scale to get the best deal on a diamond using this price factor. Today we’re diving into everything you need to know about diamond cut. And while most people thing carat weight is the most important of the 4 C’s, we argue…
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When people think about diamonds, the first thing that usually comes to mind is “How many carats?” But you know, as someone well versed in our 4 C’s, that carat weight is only one factor that determines a diamond’s beauty and value. Each of the 4 C’s work together to determine a diamonds’ price and…
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