How does shape affect engagement ring cost? This is an interesting question, and one we’re more than happy to answer. Specifically, how does diamond shape affect an engagement ring’s cost? Because in reality, your engagement ring setting could be virtually any shape with minimal difference in cost, as long as the other materials (metals and…
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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…
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July is Saturday. Yes, this is real life. And if your June was anything like ours, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday saw epic wedding celebrations. July is shaping up to look the same way, but maybe you’re looking to add another important date to your ical? Perhaps your own engagement? Think about it. There are…
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Solitaire engagement rings are a frequent topic of discussion around here. Usually we’re discussing their merits compared to halo engagement rings. See: Solitaire vs. Halo Engagement Rings Halo vs. Solitaire Engagement Rings Halo or No Halo? And yep, we’ve written even more! But today we’re here to talk about solitaires and nothing but solitaires. In…
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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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Wedding planning isn’t always easy. Fun? Sometimes. Worth it? Always. But luckily, you’re getting married in the 21st century! And therefore you have not only the experience of those older and wiser that surround you, but everyone who’s ever gotten married ever on the internet. And plenty of experts who are happy to share some…
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The twisted shank engagement ring is one of our favorite contemporary ring styles – and brides agree! Every one of the fabulous designers that we carry at Diamonds by Raymond Lee makes at least one engagement ring setting with a twisted diamond band. The twisted shank engagement ring (shank = band, by the way!) has…
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Rose gold engagement rings are the biggest trend in bridal jewelry since the halo. But what’s behind this “trend?” First, we have to do a little history homework. While the resurgence of rose gold engagement rings really began in earnest two or three years ago, this particular style is nothing new. Rose gold was originally…
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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…
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Ah, the eternal comparison: the solitaire vs halo engagement ring. The much contested and hotly debated superior engagement ring style still isn’t clear. Brides seem torn between the two, with passionate feelings about either style. Some of our laid-back brides like both, and can’t decide between the two, leaving it up to their intended to…
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The jewelry repair services Boca Raton needs are both highly skilled and exceptional. At Diamonds by Raymond Lee, our jewelry repair services meet both criteria. Boca jewelry lovers are as diverse as our selection of luxury cars, but they all have one thing in common: they love the very best of fine jewelry. And when…
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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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We have a new year’s resolution; can you guess what it is? If you answered “Continue dazzling my eyeballs with really ridiculously good looking engagement rings,” you would be partially right. We’re also resolved to talk your ear off about financing engagement rings. Last summer, we realized that while we knew very well that the…
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It’s officially the final countdown. In the last month, we’ve been busy walking down memory lane with our favorite… Tacori engagement rings Verragio engagement rings Henri Daussi engagement rings Cushion cut engagement rings Gabriel & Co. engagement rings A . Jaffe Engagement Rings Round Engagement Rings And halo engagement rings. Today, we send off 2016…
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The countdown continues! So far, we’ve recapped the very best of our… Tacori engagement rings Verragio engagement rings Henri Daussi engagement rings Cushion cut engagement rings Gabriel & Co. engagement rings A . Jaffe Engagement Rings Round Engagement Rings And today we’re at it again with one of our most surprisingly controversial ring styles: the…
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Time for the top 10 round engagement rings of 2016! So far, we’ve recapped our very best… Tacori engagement rings Verragio engagement rings Henri Daussi engagement rings Cushion cut engagement rings Gabriel & Co. engagement rings A . Jaffe Engagement Rings And we can’t think of a better way to round the corner into…
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Of all our many designers – Tacori, A. Jaffe, Verragio, Henri Daussi included – Gabriel & Co. engagement rings hold a special place in our heart. This designer line, with their beautifully detailed rings, handcrafted luxury, and amazing price points, stole our hearts several years ago. We love mixing and matching Gabriel & Co. engagement…
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Can you finance an engagement ring? Let’s cut straight to the chase, shall we? YES! You can! We’ve been chatting a lot lately about the different ways you can pay for an engagement ring, something we think is important to discuss right around the holidays, when everyone is excitedly shopping, but slightly worried about the…
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How to pay for an engagement ring…it’s the million dollar question. More accurately, it’s the $5000 question. WeddingWire’s 2015 report placed the average engagement ring cost for 2015 at $4,758 while The Knot’s survey pinpointed a $5,978 price tag for 2015. We’ll split the difference, because $5000 is a very popular overall budget among our…
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Rose gold engagement rings are a “trend” we fully support. While the explosion of rose gold engagement rings on Pinterest, We Heart It, and our own personal Instagram feed is hard to ignore, this isn’t actually the first time rose gold engagement rings have basked in the glow of the bridal spotlight. Long before the…
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Tomorrow, the day finally arrives: election day. We’ll fill out our ballots (if you haven’t already woo early voting) and earn those “I voted” stickers. Then we’ll head straight to our computers and fill out a ballot we’re actually excited about – the Diamonds by Raymond Lee Survey 2016. Not only will you get to…
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Raymond Lee Jewelers engagement rings are undeniably some of the most popular in the engagement ring world. We love showing off the beauty of our creations, collections and curations to everyone, and today is no exception. First, let’s talk about what Raymond Lee Jewelers engagement rings are. They’re different from Diamonds by Raymond Lee engagement…
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Ah, October. When we aren’t having a hurricane (or, thankfully, being narrowly missed by the worst of the storm) we’re experiencing the very best Floridian weather. The heat finally wanes, the skies are bluer than ever, and the excitement of the holidays looms large as the year comes to a close. And along with all…
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You likely already know that you can finance a car, a new computer, or even a mattress. But if you’re just now asking yourself “Can I finance an engagement ring too?” The answer is YES! We’re passionate about a few things. One, obviously, is gorgeous jewelry. But without clientele, that jewelry would just sit in…
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Diamonds by Raymond Lee engagement rings are taking over the internet! Since our grand opening this February, we’ve watched (and encouraged) our gorgeous Diamonds by Raymond Lee engagement rings to blow up on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Tumblr, We Heart It and more. If it’s an outlet for engagement ring inspiration and #RingGoals, you can bet…
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Halo engagement rings are heating up for fall, even if the weather is cooling down. In fact, we’re here to wish you a happy halo-ween, with the top 10 most gorgeous halo engagement rings we’ve been eyeing for autumn. These rings are perfect year round, of course, but there’s something magical about a fall proposal.…
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Fall is in the air! While it’s not official for another week, Pumpkin Spice Lattes are out in full force, along with holiday decorations at the most aggressively spirited stores, and before you know it every abandoned Radio Shack in a 20 mile radius will convert into a pop up Halloween costume shop. The leaves…
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Well we are all still celebrating the explosion of one of our favorite #RingSelfies over here, and you’ll see our geotags still set to Cloud 9. But we didn’t want to neglect our new(ish) found mission of shouting from the rooftops about how to finance a wedding ring. We think it’s important. Not everyone (most…
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One of our rings broke the internet! Again! And, just like our other most famous engagement ring captured by the one and only Engagement Ring Gurus, this gorgeous ring is one of our Verragio rings! Elle & Hello Giggles are singing its praises because, we mean, LOOK at it. But it’s more than just a pretty (inner) face.…
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What are the different types of engagement rings? We don’t mean the different shapes – which you can read more about here! But rather the style of the engagement ring. We throw around descriptors like “Designer engagement rings” or “Estate engagement rings” here on the blog, but how do they differ from, say, a custom…
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Can you finance a wedding ring? Most people don’t think to even ask this question before dismissing the cost of their dream wedding ring or engagement ring. But the short answer is yes. In fact, the vast majority of wedding rings we sell have some kind of financing involved. A wedding ring, to a lesser…
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Emerald cut engagement ring daydreams whisked us away today. With all the excitement surrounding the grand opening of Diamonds by Raymond Lee, our thoughts and attentions have been tunes near exclusively to all our favorite designer engagement rings lately. Can you blame us? But a fabulous emerald cut engagement ring never fails to catch our…
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Diamonds By Raymond Lee engagement rings, as we’ve mentioned (all.the.time.) are just the best of the best. We carefully curated the perfect selection of all the major modern designers our couples want. For years, at our flagship location, Raymond Lee Jewelers, we served couples looking for their dream engagement rings. We were always happy to…
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Today we’re showing off the top 10 engagement ring designs on our Instagram for the last month. Did you know we’re insta-famous? Sometimes, all that fame has a downside, but mostly it’s pretty great. We try not to let it go to our heads. Related: Top 10 Engagement Ring Designs by Henri Daussi What we…
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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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When you think of a one carat diamond ring, what comes to mind? For many, a classic solitaire in a platinum setting pops into your head first. But your options actually span centuries of different engagement ring design styles. Related: Solitaire vs Halo Engagement Rings Many grooms begin their engagement ring search with the hunt for…
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If you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring, the first step is finding the perfect style. Take this engagement ring style quiz to find your perfect match in 7 easy questions What item(s) are on heavy rotation from your closet? A. Your massive collection of Anthropologie blouses, dresses and skirts B. A crocheted vintage maxi dress…
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The princess cut diamond has been a hot contender for most popular diamond shape for about a decade now. While the classic round brilliant still holds the #1 spot, and cushion cut diamonds vie for attention, the princess cut with its bright hearts and arrow facets, sharp corners, and clean modernity still captures the heart…
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Planning to shop for an engagement ring with your boyfriend? Big Mistake. Huge. First of all, let’s just get a few things out of the way. 1. You NEED a diamond engagement ring. Not a gemstone ring, not a ring with a diamond-alternative like a cubic zirconia, definitely not a ring with a morganite or…
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Let’s get a few things out of the way: this is not a tirade against man made diamonds. They are an exciting addition to the millenia-old diamond trade, and they provide more options for clients. Which is always a good thing. They are fantastic options for those who prioritize sustainability and a diamond that’s conflict-free.…
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It should come as no surprise that our most popular engagement ring style by far and away is the halo engagement ring setting. It makes your diamond look larger, translates to added carat weight at a fraction of the cost of a larger center diamond, and it’s a generally glamorous, beautiful style of engagement ring.…
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National Proposal Day is THIS Sunday March 20th! Seems like a great day to pop the question, right? Exactly. And we happen to know a great place where you can score the ring of her dreams and blow every other #nationalproposalday post on your timeline clear out of the water. Check out our picks for…
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At Diamonds by Raymond lee, we’re bringing more to you than just the very best in designer engagement and wedding rings. Yes, we are authorized retailers for the best of the best – including Tacori, Verragio, Simon G. and more. Yes, we’ve got a ridiculously awesome (and huge) showroom full of more stackable wedding rings…
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At long last, Diamonds by Raymond Lee is officially open. Around this time last year, the Josephson family was eyeing the forlorn abandoned Boca Diner. The longtime institution had closed its doors, leaving behind an empty building in bad need of major repairs (possibly a bulldozer.) Meanwhile, thirty years of success at RLJ opened our…
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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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Welcome back to our budget week series! Everyone shops on a budget, even if that budget is “unlimited.” This week we want to highlight some of our favorites in our most popular categories, so you can see just how far your dollar goes with Raymond Lee Jewelers and Diamonds by Raymond Lee. Today, let’s chat…
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Does a diamond need a certificate? It’s a question we’re asked with growing frequency. Our shoppers are smart – and after learning the 4 C’s, they’re ready to dive headfirst into diamond shopping. Because most of our customers now come in ready with some sort of education, they’ve also more than likely read up on diamond…
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Time to start shopping for an engagement ring? Congratulations! We’re thrilled for you and so excited you’re taking this huge step in your relationship. If you’re reading this post, you’re doing everything you can to ensure you choose the perfect engagement ring. We don’t blame you for doing your homework – in fact, it makes…
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