The article I am writing is strictly my opinion “Lee Josephson” partner in Raymond Lee Jewelers. I find that local brick and mortar jewelry retailers and even large online e-tailers are very removed from what is actually occurring behind the scenes in the diamond world. People are not going to stop getting engaged (at least…
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We talked last week about how each of the 4 C’s: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat Weight affect the price of a diamond. All of the characteristics of a diamond also work together towards creating a beautiful diamond. There’s no point to a huge diamond that weighs 10 carats but has a poor cut, ridiculously included…
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2015 is off to a great start for all the couples shopping for an engagement ring in Boca Raton. With South Florida’s bridal destination in their own backyard, more future-grooms than ever have been kicking off the new year with diamond reconnaissance. We love helping our grooms choose the perfect diamond and perfect ring, and…
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A traditional description of vintage watches and high end jewelry, the buzz word in 2015 fashion and international vogue culture adopts the term hard luxury. The lead inaugural conference title signifies a step forward representing relevant industry impact for Vogue international media, Vanity Faire and GQ, as well as other interests. The Title of this…
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If you’re not shopping for an engagement ring this holiday season, there’s no reason you should avoid the jewelry store. A sparkling gift is a sure favorite, any year, and a diamond bracelet is one of the most perfect, universally pleasing gifts you can buy. Any woman adores a new diamond bracelet, and it’s a…
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The holidays are just around the corner, and if you have not already starting planning the perfect gift for the important women in your life, then you better hustle. The best deals can usually be found early, and early is usually before Thanksgiving. One of the easiest ways to make your holiday shopping easier, is…
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Does that joke ever get old? Nope! Especially not now that we know whose derriere inspired the bard of butts. And what a coincidence, she happens to be a huge fan of huge diamonds. And she’s obviously not the only one. We’re obsessed with the larger than average rocks, and we love to snap up…
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A pink diamond is not often the first thing that comes to mind when someone asks about a luxury jewelry piece. However, when that colored diamond is the Sotheby’s Pink Diamond that just sold for a cool $17.8 million, pink becomes fashionable in the high end circles. For comparison, a blue and pink diamond ring…
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According to JCK, a study by two economics professors at Emory University says “YES.” The study surveyed 3,000 U.S. adults who had been or were still in a heterosexual marriage and found that the cost of the engagement ring (and even the wedding!) did have a bearing on the longevity of their union. The study…
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It seems like just yesterday we were announcing our first designer engagement ring line, Verragio. But now that we’ve been enjoying these sparklers for several months, we figured that our designer engagement ring case might be looking a little sparse. We’re the first to admit you can never have too much bling! So we started…
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At this month’s September Hong Kong Jewellery & Gem Fair, Israeli diamond firm Leibish & Co. seized the opportunity to share their much buzzed-about new gem: the Purple Orchid Diamond. The 3.37 carat fancy intense pinkish purple VS2 diamond hails from an unnamed South African mine that is apparently one of the world’s best sources for purple…
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And this time, it’s flawless. Now that the hullaballoo over the Pink Star diamond and its delinquent buyer has died down, it’s time for another pink giant to steal the spotlight. The previous record-holder for pink diamond auctions was, of course, the Graff Pink, a 24.76 carat fancy intense pink snapped up by Laurence Graff…
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The advertisements for one of the world’s most expensive drinks claims that, “It’s good to be the king.” That must be true, because you might just need to be royalty in order to afford a sip of the newest luxury product from the Leos Verres Luxury Group. Le Billionaire Vodka has just been launched, and…
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Harrods, world renowned department store located in the UK, is set to feature a spectacular Tiffany & Co. jewelry collection, known as Color and Splendor Collection. This exciting fusion of brands from across the globe makes it clear that fine jewelry is appreciated without boundaries. This limited-edition capsule collection sparks the imagination and desire of…
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At long last, the fashion It Girl, former The City star, sometimes model, socialite and real life Blair Waldorf Olivia Palermo has finally given her loyal subjects a glimpse of her stunning engagement ring. Palermo wed her model/photographer fiancé, Johannes Heubl, last month in a super private and intimate ceremony. The bride wore haute hot pants.…
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