Here at Raymond Lee Jewelers, we spend our days assisting our customers in selecting the perfect engagement ring to help symbolize their love for one another. We custom design pieces that capture each individual’s unique style. No matter what type of piece you’re looking for, whether it be nontraditional or traditional style, we have the…
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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…
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Colorful gemstone engagement rings is not so much a trend as it is a historical way of decorating a bride-to-be’s ring finger. Although it is becoming very popular amongst modern brides, this trend has been around for centuries. If you look back to the classic jewelry eras, you will see many royalties decorated their engagement…
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Shopping for an engagement ring can be an overwhelming experience due to the vast amount of choices and jewelers in the market. To help simplify your experience and turn you into a pro engagement ring buyer, we have put together a cheat sheet of what questions to ask when buying an engagement ring. We have…
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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…
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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…
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We are Raymond Lee Jewelers, a boutique retail jewelry store located in Boca Raton, Florida…and one of the best Custom Jewelry Design Services in all of South Florida. In this post, we will take you through our entire process for making custom jewelry. Everything involved in our entire custom jewelry making process is done in-house…
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Accessories more than your clothes truly set a statement about your style. Men’s accessories are not add ons, they tell a man’s story. From the ostentatious statement pieces to the subtly refined classics there are luxury accessories for every man’s style. We have put together a list of some of the very best men’s luxury…
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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…
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Another summer swinging by. This season was hot and full of gorgeous wedding trends! From bright floral arrangements to tropical themes the wedding world went over the top this summer. If you are planning your wedding for next summer, this winter or just starting to get ideas we have got the five major trends that…
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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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Selling Your Jewelry There are times when you may consider liquidating your unique estate jewelry or diamonds. Yet, days and weeks pass and you find that you can’t fulfill your plans. There may be a plethora of reasons why you may not be able to sell off your natural diamonds and jewelry. In our experience,…
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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…
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Diamonds Are Forever: Engagement Rings Throughout The Years If you like it, put a ring on it. Few traditions can claim to be such a big part of our culture that they have a Beyoncé song dedicated to them, but engagement rings can. They’re symbols of love so closely associate with marriage that they’re practically…
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You have found the right girl, now you need to find the perfect engagement ring that will ensure that she says “yes” to you. While there are thousands of rings to choose from, rose gold engagement rings are beautiful and very popular right now. Whether your loved one loves a bit of sparkle or a…
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Have we ever mentioned how much we love Simon G. engagement rings? Well, we know we have. But have we told you lately? We never want any of the fabulous premium designers we carry to get neglected, so please, pull up a chair while we tell you why we’ll do whatever Simon says. Simon G.…
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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…
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Henri Daussi engagement rings speak to the heart of the modern, glamorous bride. With every ring more unique than the last – and every single setting designed around the perfect center diamond of your choice – it’s no wonder why Henri Daussi engagement rings look custom made. They practically are! Because every Daussi ring is…
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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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One of our favorite things about henri Daussi engagement rings is how stunningly affordable they are. They’re unbelievably gorgeous and have a glamorous style all their own. But the way that Henri Daussi’s expert designers craft every setting around the center diamond makes them incredibly affordable. Every setting begins with the diamond first, and the…
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Henri Daussi Engagement rings are the perfect choice for the modern, luxury loving bride. Daussi rings embody timeless glamour, and their emphasis on exquisite center diamonds makes them a favorite for our clientele. Whether your center stone is .25 carats or 2.5 carats, Henri Daussi engagement rings make it look stunning. Here are the top…
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Henri Daussi engagement rings never fail to bring a smile to our faces! Whenever we stroll by that particular designer showcase in our gorgeous new showroom, we can’t help but admire the rows and rows of unique, flawlessly designed Henri Daussi engagement rings – and we’ve noticed the same rule applies to our clients! Click…
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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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It’s time to countdown the top 10 cushion cut engagement rings of 2016! This gorgeous diamond shape exploded this year as the runner up most popular diamond shape (second only, of course, to the always-on-top round brilliant.) It’s a beautiful shape for a diamond that combines brilliance with softness. Cushion cut diamonds… Are a modified…
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Henri Daussi Rings helped us make 2016 the year of the cushion cut. These fabulous engagement rings are famous for the way they use cushion cuts. Henri Daussi began his career as a diamond cutter, most famous for – you guessed it – his trademark cushion cuts. Eventually an entire engagement ring empire was built…
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Henri Daussi engagement rings are among our favorites. Seriously, who could say no to their striking design, expert craftsmanship and, of course, those amazing DIAMONDS? How do we love Henri Daussi? Let us count the ways: Every ring is created specifically for the center diamond. Whether that’s your diamond or one you purchase from Henri…
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Moissanite is a naturally occurring gemstone that’s trending upward in the bridal market. As brides explore different options for getting their dream ring, whether it’s with an alternative center stone or by taking advantage of wedding ring financing, plenty of today’s couples are thinking outside the diamond (though, we have to tell you, Millennials are…
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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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Tonight’s the night! The Olympic Opening ceremony for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio is finally upon us. We can’t wait to see the Brazilian flare in full force, along with the parade of athletes from every nation (USA! USA!) We can’t wait to see how many gold medals our teams take home (especially women’s…
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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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Henri Daussi engagement rings only exist because of excellence in cut. The eponymous Henri Daussi Loots became known as one of the best diamond cutters in the biz because of his excellent work with heart shaped diamonds. Today though, HD is all about the cushion cut. Cushion cut diamonds are the second most popular in today’s…
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Henri Daussi engagement rings are one of the fastest growing designer bridal lines. It seems like everywhere we look now, we see more brides-to-be pining and pinning over Henri Daussi rings! In fact, that’s how our love story with Henri Daussi began – like all the best modern love stories start, we met on Instagram…
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Henri Daussi Engagement Rings are the newest addition to our lineup. We fell in love with Daussi designs in the same way so many of our fans discovered Diamonds by Raymond Lee – on Instagram. So we have a totally modern love story for the ages with this particular brand, and it’s no wonder. Henry…
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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. After yesterday’s lovely…
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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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There are two weeks left in this long, crazy year that was 2015, and if you know us, you know we’re sending you out with plenty of sparkle (and welcoming you with plenty of bling, but you’ll have to stay tuned to see what we have up our sleeves!) This year, we loved watching our…
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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,…
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Antique engagement rings are where it all began. Not only for the actual concept of engagement rings (given that they’re all 100 years or older) but for Raymond Lee Jewelers. Before the designer engagement rings, before our own specialty creations, we began as an estate jeweler. And just because we’ve turned into Boca Raton’s best…
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What are split shank engagement rings? Well, in the wide world of bridal jewelry, they’re a pretty specific style of ring, referring to one feature – the shank. The shank is the part of the engagement ring that supports the center setting and wraps around your finger. It could be diamond studded, plain platinum, engraved,…
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Cushion Cut diamonds are the most popular fancy shape diamond on the market. The modern cushion cut is similar to a brilliant cut, the cushion is more similar to a round’s facet pattern, and plays with light in the same way; while it’s less “brilliant” it does have more fire, making it more colorful when flashing. It also…
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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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There are certain items that are a great bargain at various times in the year. TV’s in February. Mattresses in May. Suits in June. But a little known fact is that summer time is one of the best times of the year to buy an engagement ring. Granted, we think that any time is a…
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We’ve seen some pretty incredible pieces of jewelry in our day. With the many jewelry shows we attend and our obsession with following the best of the industry on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, we see stunning jewelry every single day. And that’s before we even take a peek into any of our own showcases! And…
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The ‘Fancy’ singer now sports a very fancy yellow on her ring finger. The rapper’s boyfriend, Nick Young, who plays for the LA Lakers, proposed at his 30th birthday party last night! In this video, Young is seen getting down on bended knee to ask Iggy if she’ll be his wife: Swaggy P celebrated his…
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Just starting to browse engagement rings? The infinite options can seem overwhelming, we know. We get lost admiring our own hundreds of engagement rings every day, but when we look online? Forget it. The gorgeous engagement rings bursting from our Twitter feed, Instagram feed and Facebook timeline give us endless inspiration. And that’s ideal for us –…
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From beautiful rings, to expensive time pieces, a great piece of jewelry is worth owning. Not only will you feel great when you are wearing your special, it is an investment at the same time. With gold prices continually climbing and gems becoming more valuable, a good piece of jewelry is worth the money because…
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She may have a beautiful engagement and wedding ring, but years worth of better and worse, richer and poorer, and sickness and health should be celebrated with a beautiful and sentimental anniversary ring. A wedding ring symbolizes your start together, but an anniversary ring celebrates the rest of the journey. While the most common version…
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According to Lord Tennyson, “In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love.” For many, the next step in this sequence of romance is learning about the facts of life – or at least the 4Cs of diamonds. When an individual inexperienced in this modern expression of love walks into a…
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