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…
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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…
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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…
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How Millennials are Changing the Face of Luxury Shopping The millennial generation, or Generation Y, may be hard to define in terms of birth years. But, it is clear this new generation dictates many of the current fashion trends. Luxury shopping in Boca Raton has been used as a guide to compose this data. Though…
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Rosé All Day Event at Diamonds by Raymond Lee What could be better than a special viewing of all the finest diamonds and luxury jewelry in Boca Raton? The only way viewing the latest jewelry pieces and collections could be better is if you had a rosé in your hand while doing so – which…
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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…
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The diamonds Boca Raton demands are unlike any other. They’re, simply put, the best. Our discerning clientele know what they like and make no apologies for it, and as proud members of the Boca Raton community, we’re uniquely poised to satisfy this very specific demand. We know our clients want the best, and we know…
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Marquise diamonds catch a bad rap. They’re stereotyped as outdated, or maybe more difficult to shop for (we’ll explain that later.) But, like all great things in fashion and jewelry, marquise diamonds are due for a comeback. Thanks to the cyclical nature of both industries, what’s old is new again. The 90’s have been back…
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Fancy yellow diamonds are some of our favorite things. Granted, we love all diamonds (can’t you tell?) But the beauty and rarity of a gorgeous, sunny yellow diamond always catches our eyes. And this striking pop of color is an elegant and super luxe way to make your engagement ring stand out. Whether you want…
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Conflict Free diamonds. They’re more than a buzzword. They’re more than another label jewelers can slap on a diamond. They give diamond buyers peace of mind that the jewelry they love doesn’t come with a higher price tag than the one they see on their bill. The United Nations defines conflict diamonds as those diamonds…
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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…
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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…
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What exactly are Raymond Lee diamonds? If you’re reading this you already know what Raymond Lee Jewelers is, and likely all about Diamonds by Raymond Lee. If not, that’s our sister store, our exclusive bridal jewelry boutique that caters to the next generation of luxury jewelry lovers. But back to the diamonds. Raymond Lee diamonds…
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How much does something like this cost? It’s a question we get often, and it’s a frequent companion to the question we covered last week – how much is a 1 carat diamond? And, much like last week’s question, this week’s has a…flexible answer. It’s hard to answer “how much does something like this cost”…
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We love fancy shape diamond engagement rings! What are fancy shape diamonds? Anything that isn’t a round diamond! Everything from emerald cuts to heart shaped diamonds are considered a specialty fancy shape, and each has its own magnificent properties. Today, we want to highlight our favorite fancy shape diamond engagement rings – one from each…
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Can you believe February 14th is less than a month away? The time to start shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts is now! We, obviously, adore Valentine’s Day. We opened our beautiful, state of the art showroom in Boca because we love love. Seriously – we love fine jewelry and watches, don’t get us wrong. Thirty years…
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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.?…
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Love oval diamond engagement rings? So do we! This particular shape is one of our favorite “fancy” diamond shapes. What’s a fancy diamond shape? Any diamond shape that isn’t round! Cushion cuts, emerald cuts, princess cuts, marquise cuts, radiant cuts, pear shapes, heart shapes, and – of course – ovals are all fancy shapes! This…
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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…
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Cushion cut diamonds are today’s hottest diamond shape. While round brilliant diamonds remain the most purchased, we have to take into account their use in allllll the jewelry that aren’t engagement rings. But when it comes to bridal, cushion cut engagement rings are the most requested diamond shape. So today we want to dive deep…
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Are you ready for Tacori? We certainly are. We’re pulling out all the stops, adding an extra dash of luxury, and rolling out the blue carpet for Diamonds by Raymond Lee’s first annual Tacori Weekend! Join us December 9th and 10th for a no holds barred, all out indulgence in Tacori wedding rings, engagement rings,…
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UPDATE! You guys. We are blown away by the response to our first annual Fall sale. We saw so many familiar faces we love and happily welcomed new members to the family of RLJ addicts. And because we love you all so much (and understand that it’s hard to make it to our showroom on…
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It happens somewhat regularly in our jewelry showrooms. We’ll be chatting with a client at any stage in the jewelry selection process. Doesn’t matter if we’ve just said “Hello, how are you?” or if we’re finalizing payment methods. This client informs us they have a friend – or an uncle, a cousin, a “guy” –…
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By now, most people in the jewelry industry have heard about – and some even read – The Economist article. Tone-deaf and befuddling-ly obtuse as it may be, it sent a minor ripple of panic throughout the jewelry world. Why aren’t Millennials buying diamonds? Well before everyone goes full Chicken Little, we’d like to counter:…
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If you’ve been following along with our diamond shapes guides, welcome back! If you’re new, welcome! So far we’ve covered pear shaped diamonds and Old European cut diamonds. Today, it’s about time we got down to round brilliant diamond facts. History The round brilliant diamond might be known today as the classic diamond shape, but it…
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Happy Earth Day to all of our readers. We’re celebrating today by admiring some of our gorgeous, eco-friendly recycled diamonds. What’s recycled jewelry? Before you start picturing creative twists on Hefty bags and last year’s Vogues, we’ll stop you. When we say recycled, we mean estate. And when we say estate, we mean – actually,…
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Earlier this week, we talked about different terms we use when describing, selling, and buying diamonds. And while that list is far from comprehensive, it makes a great jumping off point for a subcategory of diamond jargon that’s earned a post all its own: diamond clarity. Clarity isn’t quite as complicated to discuss as, say,…
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When it comes to synthetic diamonds, we still feel it’s best to err on the side of caution; we don’t deal with them. But this development in the industry – and in the general, diamond-adoring public – is definitely an interesting topic of discussion! Shop Gabriel Engagement Rings Synthetic diamonds fall into two categories, though…
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When it comes to diamonds, customer trust is our number one priority. It’s also the biggest factor that influences our newest generation of diamond buyers. And it’s so important, we’re opening up an entirely new store just to cater to this need. #gabrielny ?? A photo posted by Diamonds By Raymond Lee (@diamondsbyraymondlee) on Jan…
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It’s #FancyFriday and that means we’re upping the ante. Today, the spotlight is on (appropriately) our favorite fancy yellow pieces. Both Raymond Lee Jewelers and Diamonds by Raymond Lee specialize in premium diamonds, and fancy yellows are no exception. We take great pride in sourcing the best fancy yellows, the biggest fancy yellows, and the…
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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…
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Choosing the perfect engagement ring is easy. Finding the right wedding band to pair it with? That’s a different story. Many of our prestige designer lines like Verragio and Simon G. include matching sets. So when you or your fiancé pick out your engagement ring, you can take note of whether or not that particular…
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This weekend is already exciting. Starting on Friday and running all weekend through Cyber Monday, we’re offering an insane 5 YEARS of $0 down, 0% interest on pretty much our entire selection. But Small Business Saturday holds a special place on our holiday calendar. It’s the perfect time to get everything on your wish list,…
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It’s not quite officially fall,but it is officially time for fall’s favorite beverage/scent/food/color: pumpkin spice. And you don’t need to tolerate Uggs, leggings or hot coffee in South Florida’s temps of 90 and up to indulge. Nor do you need to slice and dice any gourds. Nope, you can simply light your favorite Pumpkin Spiced…
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Wear, Profit, Repeat Now that the economy is back on the upswing, investors are looking for new ways to protect and increase their hard-earned money. Many financial experts recommend diamonds. Values fluctuate based on supply and demand (and rough diamond prices are pretty low this year), but pricing scales have lacked uniformity. Individual appraisals are…
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Are you shopping for an engagement ring? Or perhaps just starting to browse? You’ve come to the right place. Not only do we sell some of the hottest designer lines, antique and estate engagement rings, but we’ve got some great advice to boot. At least we think so. When you first start looking through engagement…
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What wedding band matches your engagement ring? Wedding band matching is one of the most common issues among our RLJ brides. Many women contemplate the style, setting and shape of their engagement ring, some with very specific designs in mind. But it’s not until they start shopping for a wedding band that they realize they haven’t given it…
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When it comes to wedding rings, men’s choices used to be fairly limited. A yellow gold band, in varying widths was the most widespread option, and didn’t leave much room for personalization and customization. Today, the choices for mens wedding bands have greatly expanded to include a multitude of options that appeal to today’s groom. Whether…
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Each wedding season sees its own unique set of trends and fun stylish details that you can add to make your wedding memorable. 2015 promises to be filled with a lot of non-traditional wedding ideas which brides will spend hours scouring through popular sites like Pintrest. These wedding trends catch on in large part due…
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Are you preparing to propose this holiday season? You’re not alone! In a phenomenon your girlfriend has already noticed on Facebook, literally every single person you know is getting engaged right now.* And if you’re sweatily crossing off days on your Advent calendar until the 25th (or casually keeping an eye on the calendar until…
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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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It’s September! Which means it’s time to celebrate a birthstone that many people – not just Virgos – adore: the sapphire. The beautiful sapphire, most commonly revered in its deep blue hue, is a perennial jewelry favorite. It’s a precious gemstone, right up there with diamonds, rubies and emeralds. It’s an impressive 9 on the…
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Rose gold wedding jewelry is taking the bridal world by storm! Brides from coast to coast are choosing the romantic pink-hued metal over the more traditional metals of yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver, and platinum. The metal, which is actually an alloy of gold and copper, begain appearing on the must-have list of brides in 2013 and the…
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The light green of the peridot gemstone usually has a cast of gold within the green. It brings to mind the effusive folliage and heat of the summer months, so it is quite appropriate to be declared the birth stone of August. Its lightness of color has the spectacular effect of always sparkling in the…
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Clearly, as your favorite jeweler is the world, it’s in our best interest to let you know: you need all of the jewelry. However, it’s in your best interest, as our all time favorite customer for you to know: you only need a small selection. In fact, these are the only 5 pieces of jewelry…
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There is a reason why the phrase ‘diamonds are a girl’s best friend’ has stuck in American popular culture for decades now. It is commonly seen in many advertisements and most people seem to instantly understand the meaning behind the phrase. But some researchers are starting to suggest that it may have some deeper meanings…
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It’s no secret we’re all about luxury for less. Where else can you get authentic Cartier Love bangles on sale? Where else can you find the largest selection of pre owned luxury watches? Where else will you find names like Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari and Van Cleef and Arpels? And where else will you find…
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If you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention you’ve probably read about the exorbitant prices that colored diamond have been fetching at world auctions. In fact Sotheby’s Auction House has just announced that its 2012 sales of jewelry at auction topped $460 million, setting a new one year sales record. The previous high…
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