You can also expect a more personalized shopping experience—from an initial consultation to review the 4Cs and determine the ideal diamond at your price point to picking a loose stone and choosing a setting, which can be pre-designed or handmade. Expect the process to take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months.
Unlike major retail chains, the diamond districts are comprised of thousands of small businesses, which can make knowing where to start overwhelming.
Most of these jewelers are extremely small businesses consisting of two to three people. Small businesses rely heavily on referrals. It may seem counterintuitive to show all your cards, but when it comes to shopping at a wholesale diamond district, honesty is the best policy. If the jeweler can't give it to you for that much, they're simply going to say no, but most of the time they will be able to work with a realistic budget," Kirkorian-Poliseno says.
Another often-unknown bonus? Diamond district shops may be sitting on inventory they need to move and will give you a great deal when you disclose your absolute final price.
Some businesses, like Jupiter Jewelry, design, manufacture, polish, and set stones themselves, so they have more wiggle room in their budget than retail stores—and since they design a ring from start to finish, they can create exactly what you want. You can find something very close to your favorite designer ring for a fraction of the price," Kirkorian-Poliseno says.
That was a marketing ploy created by De Beers in the '30s, and shouldn't impact your plans to buy a ring at all. What you buy will come down to how you prioritize the budget —be it the quality of the stone, the intricacy of the setting, or add-ons like baguettes or engravings.
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Mociun welcomes ideas and questions from customers, too. After reviewing your ideas and collaborating with the Mociun on the final bespoke design, you will be able to start the gem and metal selection process.
Once final material selections have been made, the production of your ring will take approximately six to eight weeks to be made with a complete project timeline averaging between eight to ten weeks. Mociun jewelry is made to order so it takes approximately weeks for production. For all domestic orders, expect delivery within 5 business days if you choose ground shipping. All customized or resized rings are final sale and cannot be returned. All eligible purchases can be exchanged for store credit within 14 days of your delivery date.
If you're a fan of Emma Stone , then you may know that her luminescent pearl engagement ring comes from fine jewelry brand, Kataoka. Known for his exquisite and delicate jewelry, Yoshinobu Kataoka prides himself on creating wearable works of art. Kataoka's pieces are for the bride who is looking for an engagement ring that has an heirloom vibe.
Browse beautifully handcrafted rings with unique pairings like pearls nestled between gorgeous green emeralds and striking amethysts or go bold with a smokey blue sapphire ring dotted with twinkling diamonds. Since many of Kataoka's rings are delicate in design, they make for excellent stacking rings. Stack your engagement ring with a thin matching or opt for one of Kataoka's colorful creations in aquamarine or tourmaline to set your stack apart from the rest.
Since every piece of Kataoka's jewelry is handmade, it takes about 4 weeks for an order to be completed but in special cases, they are more than happy to prioritize shipping. Based in New York City, the company was founded in by sisters Elizabeth Doyle and Irene Pamela Doyle, both of whom have worked to curate an impressive collection of rare and unique vintage gems that mix edgy elegance with glamour and beauty.
The curated selection includes rings from a wide range of periods, including classic mid-century diamond solitaires, romantic Victorian cluster rings, and timeless Art Deco designs. They feature antique and vintage diamonds set in modern and antique-inspired settings — the best of both worlds if you prefer a new ring, but want a more unique and sustainable diamond. The company prides itself on gently guiding customers without making them feel pressured to purchase.
Integrity is at the crux of Forevermark, a diamond brand from De Beers Group with over of diamond expertise and a network of approximately trusted independent jewelers throughout the US. Every Forevermark diamond undergoes a rigorous step selection process to meet the company's exceptional standards. Every diamond is natural, responsibly sourced and conflict-free, hand-selected, untreated, and cut and polished by master craftsmen.
These meticulous standards mean that less than one percent of the world's natural diamonds are eligible to be inscribed as Forevermark. What's more, the company strives to create opportunities for women worldwide including providing access to education, healthcare, professional training, and enterprise development programs and is dedicated to protecting the natural world with a focus on landscapes and ecosystems throughout the diamond-producing regions of Southern Africa and Canada, De Beers Group conserves six acres of nature for every acre of land used for mining.
In addition to Forevermark's values, the company's selection of engagement rings and wedding and commitment bands is vast and ideal for those with classic-with-a-twist taste. Think solitaire, halo, and three-stone designs to accents and details like side stones, bezel settings, and split bands. If you want to dig deeper into diamonds before buying, Forevermark offers a range of guides, including the ins and outs of diamonds to sizing and care.
Depending on the size and style of the piece you can expect to receive your ring within However, since every piece of Forevermark's diamond jewelry is handcrafted, some pieces may take longer to arrive. Forevermark accepts returns within 30 days of the purchase date and currently doesn't accept exchanges. Since viewing an engagement ring online is a little different than viewing it in person it's important to familiarize yourself with the different types of metals as well as the Four C's of diamonds cut, color, clarity to help you better understand exactly what the ring will look like.
Contacting the brand or retailer directly can also help you gain more insight into a certain piece. In general, many retailers accept returns or exchanges but since every retailer is different, it's important to read all shipping and return policies before you purchase your ring. Engagement rings that are custom-made are usually not eligible for returns or refunds.
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