Olga Drake
How to Pick a Diamond Shape That Actually Fits Her Life
Diamond Shape: More Than Just a SparkleI remember the first time I held a diamond under a jeweller's loupe. It was dazzling, sure, but also oddly... more »
The Real Reasons Women Can't Resist Diamonds (And It's Not What You Think)
You remember the first time you saw a diamond, don’t you? For me, it was at my gran’s house – tucked in a battered velvet box, glinting like it... more »
Beyond Bling: Why Diamond Stud Earrings Are the Unsung Heroes of Every Jewellery Box
You know that scene in family photo albums where someone’s gran is wearing the exact same kind of diamond studs you are eyeing online? There is something... more »
The Truth About Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamonds
Lab-grown vs natural diamonds — it’s a little embarrassing to admit, but years ago, I spent an afternoon scrutinising my grandmother’s diamond brooch... more »
Wearing Meaning: The Diamond Cross Necklace Reimagined
I’ll never forget the first time I spotted a diamond cross necklace glinting in the sunlight at a bustling London brunch. It wasn’t just eye-catching –... more »
The Winter 2025/26 Diamond Jewellery Trends
Diamonds in a New LightEach winter brings its own rhythm to fashion. As the air cools and the days shorten, the palette deepens, fabrics grow richer, and jewellery... more »
Inside the World of Lab-Grown Diamonds and Natural Diamonds
Spotting the Difference: Five Ways to Spot Lab-Grown and Natural DiamondsA few years back, I caught myself peering at two dazzling stones in a shop window, absolutely... more »
Lab-Grown Diamond Tennis Necklaces: The Guide to Carat, Style, and Customisation
My first encounter with diamond tennis necklaces wasn’t at a gala but in the kitchen, catching the sparkle of my mother’s jewels as she moved about.... more »
How To Buy Your First Lab Diamond Stud Earrings: A Real-World Buying Guide
Let me take you back to a mortifying moment: I once spent hours in a boutique, paralysed by a sea of diamond studs, only to walk out more baffled than when I... more »
Beyond the Tennis Bracelet: A Fresh Diamond Bracelet Style for 2025
How to Find The Diamond Bracelet Style That Feels Uniquely YoursI still remember the first time I tried on a diamond bracelet in a small, family-run jeweller in... more »