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In recent years the world has changed and everything from buying groceries to engagement rings shifted where more people are searching for products online today than ever before because they feel comfortable with e-commerce. And that trend will continue. When it comes to choosing an engagement ring, in the past you could either visit a …
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The process of falling in love with someone then deciding to spend your lives together is a magical thing and for over 40 years we have been helping couples on that journey. And when it comes to buying an engagement ring there are a few things you should know. First and foremost, though engagement ring …
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For over 40 years Barkev’s has been recognized as one of the leading engagement and wedding ring designers, though we also design a wide variety of diamond necklaces and pendants that have become just as popular as our rings. As one example, over the past few years we’ve seen a big increase in customers from …
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Whether it’s due to pop culture, what we’ve seen in our environment or other factors that influence our thoughts and goals it’s interesting how the true meaning of proposing to someone with the intention of building a life together is sometimes skewed by the ring itself. Ultimately, the act of proposing means two people coming …
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Over the past 5 years we’ve seen the demand for lab grown diamonds skyrocket and we get a ton of questions related to the cost of natural diamonds versus lab grown diamonds, so we thought it would be helpful to post our thoughts along with some real-world examples. One of the most common questions we …
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As we covered in previous posts the lab grown diamond trend is taking off and that has led to a lot of confusion around natural vs lab grown diamonds when it comes to choosing/designing an engagement ring. The big question is: Which is better? The reality is that what’s best for you might not be …
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When it comes to classic movies that stand the test of time Titanic will live on forever, and it’s interesting to see how 20+ years later the demand for blue diamonds is skyrocketing, especially when it comes to blue diamond engagement rings. For everyone wondering, the “Heart of the Ocean” blue diamond featured in the …
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Like an elusive superhero appearing from the Batcave dressed in all black, it’s exciting to see how the mystery behind black diamond engagement rings relates to Batman and the allure behind him. And also questions people have today about black diamonds in general. In particular: Can a black diamond be an engagement ring? And the …
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Over the past 40 years in the jewelry business we’ve been asked a lot of questions as you can imagine, and more recently we’ve seen a spike in interest around two-tone engagement rings along with questions about what they are and the meaning behind them. Fortunately, it’s not complicated. First and foremost, two-tone engagement rings …
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Throughout history people have been attracted to the allure of diamonds, especially when it comes to engagement rings, and in recent times the jewelry industry has gone through a big transformation where natural diamonds are actually being replaced by lab grown diamonds (aka synthetic diamonds) at a crazy rate. As a leading designer of unique …
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As the world progresses over time so do trends and it’s interesting how rose gold has become popular over the past ten years ranging from the sales of rose gold engagement rings spiking to one of the most popular phones being offered in a rose gold color. We thought it would be helpful to use …
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Growing up we have all watched movies and television shows that depict amazing proposals at epic locations, and one common question people ask even before purchasing an engagement ring is: How do I choose my engagement location? This post will shed some light on the topic. First and foremost, don’t buy into the fantasy – …
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The time has come for you to start shopping for your matching bridal ring set. You are narrowing down your selection for your engagement ring and wedding band. What will you end up choosing? With so many choices, what will be the ultimate selection? Have you been looking at engagement rings first? Have you considered …
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The time has come, you’re ready to take the plunge and propose, but curious about the most important things to look for when picking an engagement ring – welcome to the club! This is a challenge many people face but there’s no need to worry. Simply said, picking an engagement ring should be no different …
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Once you have found your perfect match and are looking to take things to the next level the question that comes to mind is not only what engagement ring should you buy, but also what’s the best way to propose? These are both tough questions but there are easy solutions if you take a step …
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As one of the leading designers of unique engagement rings over the past 30+ years we are often asked about choosing the right engagement ring which, to be honest, is a tough question because everyone is different. We thought it would be helpful to share some insights on this based on our experience. To begin …
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Diamonds are available in different colors; some are extremely expensive and very rare. These colors include blue, green, pink and yellow as the most popular choices. Celebrities are famous for wearing custom made colored diamond jewelry, for example Jennifer Lopez’s pink diamond engagement ring. Blue diamonds have seen a resurgence in popularity in the last …
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Say “I do” in pure, effortless style and elegance with a bespoke engagement ring that is as unique as you are – a reflection of your own distinctive, discerning tastes. Selecting your engagement ring is the perfect time to put the spotlight on your personality, shining through for any occasion and for years to come. …
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Do you adore the mixed metal look and are considering it as an option for your engagement ring? Two-tone engagement rings exude a glamorous appearance, along with wearable versatility because of their mixed metal style. Two-tone engagement rings have increased in popularity in recent years. They have become unlimited in designs rather than just a …
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You are in a predicament where you met the person you truly love, don’t want them to get away and proposing is the best solution. On the other hand, you just don’t have the money to get them the ideal engagement ring now (which you can in the future), but still need to seal the …
