We’re back with the second part to our 3 days of the Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance RECAP. Here’s our recap for Day 2’s Grand Gala Dinner, Live Auction & Show, which was held Saturday, February 23, 2019. Here’s the recap of Day 1 (Hangar Party with duPont Registry™) in case you missed it. When we…
Read more
Wondering what’s hot in the world of fine jewelry this Spring/Summer? Look no further…Here are 5 must-have jewelry trends for 2019. Between drop earrings, pearl jewelry, heart-shaped motifs, chain necklaces, and hoop earrings, Spring/Summer 2019 jewelry trends are hotter than ever. Choose any or all of our top 5 jewelry trends and cruise the sunny…
Read more
A Florida wedding is one that is sure to tout tropical tones. The elegance of South Florida is found all along its coast and it is part of why so many couples choose So Flo as the place to tie the knot! There are venues galore in each and every little town and big bustling…
Read more
We are already over a month deep into 2019, and the love for fine jewelry that reflects the times we are living in is stronger than ever. Fine jewelry designs have been taking interesting and refreshing turns this year. By mixing vintage styles with modern to-the-ninth-degree, we have new trends to fall absolutely head over…
Read more
Sometimes you just have to say “no” to the dress! We get it its your big day and you want absolutely everything to be perfect. Including of course what you plan to wear. Now more than ever brides are taking it upon themselves to really show some personality in their weddings. Whether that is through…
Read more
Lazaro wedding dresses are some of the world’s most renowned designer wedding gowns. From the incredibly unique and modern cut looks to the detailed hand beading, embroidery, and lace each dress is a masterpiece. They are all glamorous with strong dramatic silhouettes. Every bride has her very own personal taste and Lazaro bridal gowns embody…
Read more
Looking for ring resizing in the South Florida area? Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton has you covered. We offer the most competitive ring resizing prices (free if you bought the ring from us) and the highest quality standard ring resizing process…Below is everything you need to know about ring resizing. Contact us to make…
Read more
Looking to buy the perfect piece of jewelry but aren’t exactly sure if you can afford it? Well now, with the help of our financing department, you can have your piece in a matter of minutes – literally. Here at Raymond Lee Jewelers we take financing your jewelry to a whole new level. Since buying jewelry…
Read more
History and Tradition Verragio is a luxury designer wedding jeweler. Barry Verragio established his bridal jewelry design brand with a deep set commitment to craftsmanship and inspired design. A modern and innovative company he has led the industry with incredible innovations such as the fit-right solution. This solution is a patent pending revolutionary way to…
Read more
Each jeweler takes pride in their creations. Every piece they craft is a reflection of their state of mind and emotional connection to that specific jewelry piece’s intention. After the laborious effort of taking inspiration and designing it into a wearable jewel, the designers transform into artisans. They then take the time to hand pick…
Read more
All of the choices for your wedding are important and some are arguably very, very difficult. Making choices on everything from the venue to the food to the color schemes takes extensive time and conisderation. The most important of all of these is ofcourse the guest list. These are the people who you will call…
Read more
Designer Wedding Jewelers: Gabriel & Co. Exquisite traditional design alongside cutting edge modern jewelry pieces all made using the latest technology and finest materials available. That is the Gabriel & Co. guarantee. This is a company that produces designer jewelry particularly for engagements and weddings. Further, their reputation is of excellence and emotional renderings. Also…
Read more
The jewelry pieces you wear on your wedding day are arguably the most important pieces anyone will own over their lifetime. They are the unique items that mark the occasion. Celebrating your love and commitment with precious, masterfully crafted jewelry pieces starts with an engagement ring but goes much further. There are certain iconic brands…
Read more
First thing on a bride’s mind when preparing for the big day may be the gown, the venue or any number of things. However, what can be more important than the symbol of your eternal love, the wedding band? It is the one piece of jewelry to be worn for the rest of your life…
Read more
There are just about a million decisions and plans to be made for a wedding – regardless of where the event of a lifetime will take place. However, if you are planning to have your wedding in South Florida that initial decision may be even more difficult! There is an infinite number of fairytale white…
Read more
Each time there is a royal wedding the media goes beyond itself to cover each and every detail. From the moment an engagement is announced there is fanfare about what the ring is like, what the dress will be and endless other details. While not everyone pores over these articles and discusses each possibility, who…
Read more
Selecting something unique for your wedding day’s something blue is easy when you decide to make it jewelry! There are infinite possibilities for every style and budget. From subtle stud earrings to large flashy necklaces with precious stone pendants, something blue can be a detail or the main event when it comes to your wedding…
Read more
Selecting a wedding band is one of the most pivotal moments before a wedding ceremony. It is a piece of jewelry intended on representing the couples’ love and commitment. There are never-ending options and there truly is a unique piece for each man. This guide covers some of the options that men should consider before…
Read more
Celebrating the Comeback of the Cartier Panthere W25022B9 Everything that’s old is new again and the Cartier Panthere W25022B9 Yellow Gold Ladies Watch is no exception. This watch was first introduced in 1984 but was recently resurrected due to popular demand. It features a sleek and elegant design, and, of course, the famous Cartier name.…
Read more
What to expect in jewelry from $100 dollars to $100,000 dollars Raymond Lee Jewelers and Diamonds by Raymond Lee are the premier jewelry stores in southern Florida. Located in Boca Raton, they offer the most extensive inventory of diamond jewelry in the area that appeals to every budget and every demographic. The warmth and graciousness…
Read more
There are many misconceptions out there about estate jewelry. Often times people confuse it with antiques or vintage jewelry. Or they say it’s bad karma to where estate pieces. That’s why we’re here to set the record straight. Our goal is to help you understand exactly what estate jewelry is, where it originated from, and…
Read more
Met Gala 2018: Celebrity, Jewelry and Fashion Referred to as “the Super Bowl of social fashion events” by former Vogue editor André Leon Talley, the Met Gala is considered New York City’s biggest party of the year. Held annually by the Metropolitan Museum to mark the opening of the Costume Institute’s fashion exhibit, it is…
Read more
Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton: How It All Started Raymond Lee Jewelers in Boca Raton became a force to be reckoned with after over thirty years of meeting the jewelry needs of their clients. Our company carved a niche for itself when the CEO, Lee Josephson, the second generation owner of Raymond Lee Jewelers,…
Read more
With Valentine’s Day approaching, you may be wondering what to get for your friends, family members, and most importantly, your significant other. Whether you’ve just begun dating, recently got married, or have been married for decades, you may be looking for the right item to splurge on for your loved one. What better luxury Boca…
Read more
The emerald on this lovely ring has been recut to eliminate previous damage and is surrounded by .7 carats of gorgeous diamonds. It’s the perfect compliment to any holiday look and it’s not out of reach budget wise. Don’t forget – we also offer affordable financing options that allow you to spread the cost over…
Read more
With Halloween just around the corner, we’d like to showcase some of our spookier pieces. These creepy treasures are sure to bat an eye or two, and can be purchased just in time for your freakish festivities. 18k Yellow Gold White & Black Diamond Skull Costume Ring This gorgeous skull ring is encrusted in delicate…
Read more
The watches Boca Raton knows and loves are a different breed. In Boca, watches are a particular accessory that transcend the bounds of wrist wear and become a personality statement. You can tell a lot about a person by the watch they wear, and Boca residents know this well. We’re a community of luxury watch…
Read more
Eternity bands are one of our all time favorite pieces of jewelry. They’re a staple in our bridal case, but even as right hand rings they can steal the show. And nothing does this better than a HUGE eternity band. An eternity band is a ring with stones – typically diamonds – that go all…
Read more
Summer proposal ideas are some of our faaaaavorite eye candy on Pinterest. Don’t get us wrong – we look at beautiful proposals year-round! And we’ve been saving our very favorites to our newest Pinterest Board (make sure you’re following us there for non-stop engagement ring eye candy.) https://www.pinterest.com/diamondsbyRL/proposal-ideas/ Because this July, we’re highlighting our most…
Read more
May’s birthstone is the lovely, verdant emerald and we’re green with envy for every May baby who gets to rock this beautiful birthstone. Emeralds have been treasured for millennia, dating back to 300 BC when the first emerald were discovered in Egypt. Today, the vast majority of emeralds come from Colombia (we are not aggressive…
Read more
Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday! That’s right, the clock is counting down for you to find the perfect gift – and nothing fits the bill like jewelry. If you’re shopping at the last minute in a panic, jewelry is a universal pleaser. She’ll be touched that and honored that you chose such a special gift…
Read more
Verragio vs Tacori…how do we compare the two? These lines are two of our premium designers carried at Diamonds by Raymond Lee. They’re also at the top of our lines, with unparalleled detail, glamour, and quality. But, they’re two entirely different designers, two very different aesthetics, and therefore appeal to very different brides. But, because…
Read more
Have you picked out your Mother’s Day gifts yet? Whether you’re shopping for Mom, or making your own wish list, we can’t recommend enough our stunning Mother’s Day gifts from Tacori. That’s right! One of our favorite bridal designers also creates gorgeous, California-style fine jewelry handmade in the Golden State. Each collection – which you…
Read more
When it comes to wedding bands, we love pairing our designer engagement rings with their designer wedding band counterparts. All of our engagement ring lines, from A. Jaffe to Verragio, include both engagement rings and wedding bands (most of them also include coordinating men’s bands!) And whether you want a seamless fit or a layered…
Read more
When it comes to watch repair Boca Raton has discerning taste. After all, in this gorgeous, sunny slice of South Florida, we like nice things. And our watches? They’re extra nice. So when a treasured timepiece is due for a repair – or when one unexpectedly becomes necessary – the watch repair Boca Raton wants…
Read more
We’ve said before – and we’ll say again – that we don’t play favorites. We honestly couldn’t if we tried. We can’t walk by our own showcases without falling in love with several rings, so to choose just one…or even just one designer…defies the laws of logic. That being said, we love nothing more than…
Read more
We’ve said before – and we’ll say again – that we don’t play favorites. We honestly couldn’t if we tried. We can’t walk by our own showcases without falling in love with several rings, so to choose just one…or even just one designer…defies the laws of logic. So between Simon G. and Gabriel & Co.?…
Read more
Let’s hear it for the ladies! Remember a few years ago when watches seemed to make a huge comeback? Female celebs like Jennifer Aniston started rocking oversized men’s Rolexes. The next thing you knew, wrist hardware was everywhere! Watches for women made a sudden and major comeback. With Michael Kors ubiquitous chunky chronograph making…
Read more
Did you know that Mother’s Day is May 8th? Well now you do! In related news, did you know that some of our favorite engagement ring designers of ALL TIME also happen to design fine jewelry? The kind that makes excellent gifts? The kind your Mom would probably swoon for this Mother’s Day? Consider yourself…
Read more
Congratulations! You’ve got yourself a Tacori ring and you’re officially a #TacoriGirl. With great fabulousness comes great responsibility, and now that you’re the owner of a handmade, heirloom quality piece of jewelry, you need to know the basics for the care and keeping of your Tacori ring. And it’s well known that even the perfectly…
Read more
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner – two weeks to go until V-Day! And whether you’re single, loving it, celebrating Galentine’s Day, or gearing up for your favorite holiday – pampering, chocolate, champagne and Hermes all on your list of requirements – we hope you have the perfect February 14th! And no matter which…
Read more
Happy Birthday, January babies! Your gorgeous birthstone is the perfect touch of warmth this winter (although, in South Florida, what’s winter?) This month, it’s all about garnet. Garnet, according to the American Gem Society (AGS): “signifies eternal friendship and trust and is the perfect gift for a friend. Garnet, derived from the word granatum,means seed, and is…
Read more
Can you believe Christmas is only 10 days away!? We can’t, and we’re so excited for the busiest time of the year. It’s when our showroom doors don’t close until every client has found their perfect gift. It’s when we get harried phone calls from frantic husbands, asking their favorite team member to set aside…
Read more
David Yurman is one of the quintessential classic American designers. His bold pieces, graphic lines, generous use of chunky, candy colored gemstones and effortless combination of white and yellow metals make for pieces we love. And jewelry lovers agree. There’s a collectible air to David Yurman pieces. Many of our longtime customers will confirm that…
Read more
The holidays are a perfect time to talk wedding bands. If you’re planning a wedding, you may have agreed to keep this Christmas small – little, meaningful gifts to each other to set aside more money for the wedding budget. And a great way to commemorate your first (and likely only!) engaged Christmas is by…
Read more
This Sunday kicks off the eight nights of Hanukkah, and this year a new lyrical list of Jewish celebrities, non-fiction and real-life alike has us excited for the festival of lights. Put on your yarmulke, here comes Hanukkah So much fun-ukah to celebrate Hanukkah Chanukkah is the Festival of Lights, Instead of one day of presents,…
Read more
Have you heard the lilting tunes of Jingle Bells beckoning form a store front already? Do you find yourself strolling past the Santa display on your way to pick up Halloween candy? Have you begun secretly pinning cookie recipes and pre-planning your gingerbread house? If so, we’re here to delight you (and really, if you’ve…
Read more
Spotlight On: The Invisible Setting Yesterday, as we showed off some of our favorite Art Deco inspired engagement rings, a common feature among them was invisibly set stones. This style of setting was pioneered and perfected by Van Cleef & Arpels before they patented it in 1933. Today, we see the invisible setting spread through…
Read more
