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Buying GuidesJune 21, 2026 · 7 min

How to Buy Diamond Stud Earrings: A First-Purchase Guide

A plain-spoken walk through carat size, the 4Cs at small scale, settings, backs, and metal — so your first pair of diamond studs is the right pair.

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Buying Guides6 min

The Diamond Hoop Earrings Guide

Sizes from huggie to large, inside-out versus single-row settings, weight for daily wear, and metal — how to choose a pair you will actually wear.

June 13, 2026

Diamonds6 min

Lab Grown vs Natural Diamonds: An Honest Comparison

Both are genuine diamonds — identical in every physical respect. The honest difference is origin, price, and resale, so you can choose on your own terms.

June 5, 2026

Buying Guides7 min

How to Choose a Tennis Bracelet: Carats, Settings, and Fit

A concierge's guide to total carat weight, settings, clasp security, length, and care — so the line you choose is worn for years.

May 28, 2026

Buying Guides6 min

Diamond Cross Necklace Guide: Choosing One to Keep

A considered guide to diamond cross pendants — choosing size, chain length, gold color, and setting for a faith piece meant to be kept.

May 20, 2026

Diamonds6 min

The Diamond 4Cs Explained: Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat

A plain-language guide to cut, color, clarity, and carat — and where your money is best spent.

May 12, 2026

The Maison6 min

What "Solid 14k Gold" Really Means: Solid vs Plated vs Filled

Solid, plated, and gold-filled look alike in photos but age completely differently. Here is what 14k karatage means, why we use solid gold only, and how to keep it.

May 4, 2026

Gifting6 min

Anniversary Jewelry Gift Guide: Year by Year

Matching the milestone to the piece — studs, pendants, tennis bracelets — and choosing with confidence even when you do not know her size.

April 26, 2026

The Maison6 min

How to Buy Fine Jewelry Online With Confidence

A clear, honest checklist for buying real gold and genuine diamonds online — what to verify before you spend, and why a phone call still matters.

April 18, 2026