How to choose a diamond

What Is the Diamond Color Scale?
What Is the Diamond Color Scale?

Kimberly Zerkel | March 20, 2025

Familiarizing yourself with the diamond color scale will help you determine which diamond is meant just for you.

What Is Diamond Certification?
What Is Diamond Certification?

VRAI | March 28, 2024

A Diamond Certification provides you with the details you need to purchase your diamond with confidence.

The Symbolism and Meaning Behind Different Engagement Ring Shapes
The Symbolism and Meaning Behind Different Engagement Ring Shapes

Alicia Briggs | February 13, 2024

Understanding the symbolism and meaning behind different engagement ring shapes will help you select a ring that’s both beautiful and personally meaningful.

Marquise Cut Diamonds: Ask A Diamond Expert
Marquise Cut Diamonds: Ask A Diamond Expert

Alicia Briggs & Kimberly Zerkel | January 04, 2024

Marquise cut diamonds have an elongated form and maximize carat weight, which makes them an enduring choice, but are they right for you?

Diamond Trends 2024: Top Trending Diamond Styles
Diamond Trends 2024: Top Trending Diamond Styles

Alicia Briggs | December 22, 2023

Explore the top 2024 diamond trends, including the most popular diamond shapes, diamond jewelry styles, and diamond industry trends.

Different Types of Diamond Cuts: How to Choose the Best Diamond Cut
Different Types of Diamond Cuts: How to Choose the Best Diamond Cut

Alicia Briggs & Angelica Frey | December 10, 2023

Diamonds come in different shapes with different cut types and cut qualities, providing an infinite amount of variety.

What Is Diamond Carat: What You Need to Know Before Buying
What Is Diamond Carat: What You Need to Know Before Buying

Alicia Briggs | December 07, 2023

While many shoppers prioritize a higher carat weight above all else, bigger isn’t always better when it comes to carat.

Most Popular Diamond Shapes by Decade
Most Popular Diamond Shapes by Decade

VRAI | November 24, 2023

Explore the most popular diamond shapes by decade to learn which timeless yet modern VRAI created diamond shape is right for you.

What Is the GIA: What You Need to Know About GIA Diamond Certification
What Is the GIA: What You Need to Know About GIA Diamond Certification

Alicia Briggs | October 16, 2023

Learn everything you need to know about the GIA, GIA diamond grading, and how to buy a certified lab-grown diamond.

Pear Cut Diamond Guide: Ask A Diamond Expert
Pear Cut Diamond Guide: Ask A Diamond Expert

Alicia Briggs | October 13, 2023

Pear cut diamonds have a shape true to their name, known for their striking yet romantic look and versatility.

Old European Cut Diamonds Guide
Old European Cut Diamonds Guide

Angelica Frey | August 28, 2023

The Old European Cut is a historic diamond cut that was the precursor to the Round Brilliant Cut.

Old Mine Cut: A Guide to a Storied Diamond Shape
Old Mine Cut: A Guide to a Storied Diamond Shape

Angelica Frey | August 24, 2023

Old Mine Cut diamonds are square shaped with rounded corners and have 58 facets but no two Old Mine Cut diamonds are alike.