Jewellery Buying Guides
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 »
How to Nail Autumn 2025’s Jewellery Trends Without Trying Too Hard
It’s a cloudy October afternoon, you’re wrestling with your wardrobe, and—suddenly—a pop of colour on your earlobe makes everything click.... more »
Why Getting Your Ring Size Right is About More Than Maths
Funny story: the first time I bought myself a ‘grown-up’ diamond ring, I guessed my ring size with a piece of string and some wishful thinking.... more »
Which Diamond Shape Matches Your Hands? (And Other Sparkling Realities Nobody Tells You)
Let me take you back to the first time I went diamond ring shopping. I stood frozen, face-to-face with a sea of gems: round, cushion, emerald, pear, oval –... more »
Diamonds, Bands & Bizarre Psychology: The Not-So-Serious Guide to Making Your Engagement Ring Look Outrageously Expensive
Picture this: you’ve just splurged on an engagement ring. You open the box, and for a brief, glorious moment, it actually sparkles brighter than your future... more »
Beyond the 4Cs: Your Complete Guide to Choosing a Lab Diamond
Let me spill a secret: the first time I shopped for an engagement ring, I thought I knew what 'carat' meant (spoiler: I was wrong—they're not... more »
Diamond Sparkle Showdown: White Gold vs Yellow Gold (Through a Real Jeweller’s Lens)
Picture this: you’re sipping your tea, drooling over diamond rings on Instagram, and suddenly you’re hit with *the* question—does my diamond dazzle... more »
How Much Should I Spend On A Lab Diamond Engagement Ring?
When it comes to purchasing a lab diamond engagement ring, determining your budget can feel daunting. You might be surprised to learn that many couples spend... more »