The type of earrings you wear can be just what your outfit needs to take it to the next level, whether it’s simple studs or dramatic dangles, earrings are the last touch piece of jewelry to help you look put together, but not overdone. From more modern earring styles like ear climbers and threaders to […]
Did you know that Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days for marriage proposals? In fact, a staggering 6 million people get engaged on February 14th every year. Who can blame them, it’s one of the most romantic days of the year with a long and storied history dating back to ancient Rome. […]
When first starting the process of shopping for an engagement ring, you might be slightly overwhelmed by the large selection of styles. You might have even thought your only option for a center stone was a natural diamond, but now you are presented with three: natural diamond, lab-grown diamond or moissanite. How do you decide […]
The holidays are quickly approaching, and that means a season of family and good cheer for many out there. For those who regularly wear their engagement ring, wedding ring or any other jewelry pieces however, this is a season where just a bit of extra care is needed. At Diamonds by Monet we offer a […]
What Is Rhodium? Rhodium is an extremely durable metal that is part of the platinum family and is a bright silvery-white color. Highly reflective, it will not tarnish and is allergy-friendly and harder than gold – which makes it ideal for jewelry plating! What Is Rhodium Plating? Jewelers use two methods to rhodium plate jewelry […]
Like the perfect frame for a beautiful painting, the perfect ring setting will complement and enhance a beautiful diamond or gemstone while also expressing your individual style and character. If you’ve ever seen an optical illusion, you know surroundings can affect appearances. Even the moon seems to grow when it’s closer to the horizon (fittingly […]
When you think about the sorts of antiques gracing the homes of collectors and lining the shops of our cities, jewelry is in a uniquely enduring class. For every piece of vintage jewelry brightening a display cabinet, there’s a piece that still adorns a proud owner. We don’t often think of today’s jewelry purchases as […]
