Not so long ago in a city not too far away (Hollywood), actor Hayden Christensen proposed to Rachel Bilson, herself of silver screen fame. In late February of this year, People.com reported that the couple had become engaged over the previous holiday season. Hayden, 27 - and made uber-famous for having portrayed the role of “pre-gothpunk makeover” Darth Vader in the [...]

Let’s have some fun today with a bit of useless trivia! How many answers do you know? How many people do you think you can stump around the water cooler? Want to seem like the proverbial ’brainiac’ of the office and need more material? Well read on, smarty-pants!   Q: What is the most common explanation associated [...]

Super model Gisele Bundchen and Tom “Super Bowl” Brady were wed late this past February, 2009. The couple had been dating and engaged for sometime before the ceremony, and according to many sources, have transitioned well into married life. The very private event itself took place at the Santa Monica catholic Church located in Santa [...]

Though certainly not the choice made by the majority of diamond engagement ring buyers, rings containing rough-cut stones are growing in their popularity. There are several existent conditions contributing to the rise of such rings, many of which center around environmentally conscientious consumers, those buyers looking to make a unique statement with their piece and cost comparisons [...]

Let’s face it, for many men the idea of wearing their wedding rings on a daily basis is a less then desirable prospect. Though some may have less than honorable intentions for their lack of showery, most men have work safety, ring damage or perhaps even dress code concerns to take into account when wearing [...]

  When Tom Cruise proposed to Katie Holmes, he presented her with a five carat oval-cut diamond engagement ring reminiscent of art deco or other more ‘antique-ish’ designs. The stone, set in white rose gold and resting in a pave setting, topped off what many feel was a truly unique and elegant ring. The proposal itself [...]

We all know what a diamond is in the abstract sense; a pretty rock. But how much do you really know about that shiny little bauble you plan on purchasing or already love so much? In this blog entry, let’s try to uncover more information about this most precious of ‘stones’ and briefly examine diamonds from [...]

Really, the title does say it all, people! Pictured left is Hip-Hop diva Beyonce’s wedding ring presented by her husband and sometimes muse, rapper Jay-Z, on the couple’s wedding day. And what a wedding ring it so uber-obviously is indeed! The groom wanted to be sure and make the exchanging of rings at the ceremony [...]

From antique rings to one of a kind custom designer creations, there is as much diversity of tastes among the engagement rings of celebrities as there are between the brides themselves. One of the most common attributes of any celebrity ring, however, is the exceptional carat size. Here is a short list of some of [...]

Well, it’s finally official. After three grueling years of having to suffer through one of Hollywood’s most unorthodox courtships; pimping themselves out to various media outlets for supposed exclusives, “paparazzi blunders” and various other oddities, the “wanna-be” Barbie Doll named Heidi Montag has become the latest blushing bride of  Beverly Hills, having married long-time fiancé’ [...]

From Rodeo Drive to Main Street, the popularity of the Leonardo DiCaprio’s film Blood Diamond has elevated the world’s understanding regarding what is commonly referred to as conflict diamonds. If the idea of purchasing such stones for your wedding band or engagement ring is less than appealing, let’s examine some of the ways you can [...]

Salma Hayek and former ex fiancé, French billionaire François-Henry Pinault, were married… finally… in a less than lavish wedding at the Paris’ Sixth Arrondissement City Hall this past St. Valentine’s day. The internationally dynamic duo originally became engaged in March of 2007, but called the wedding off on July 18th, 2008. The couple had invited [...]

For many a bride-to-be, celebrity engagement rings not only emphasize romantic love, but also the happily-ever-after fairytale that stars exemplify. Replica engagement rings are easy to find, but because most couples do not have the financial resources of celebrities or other elites (Jennifer Aniston’s modest ring cost a staggering $500,000), couples must often choose which specific [...]

Michelle Rodrigues may be on the silver screen in the latest installment of the Fast & Furious movie franchise, but junkets and movie theaters across the globe are not the only places the famous Latina have been spotted at lately. She recently applied the brakes long enough to slow down and take a more elegant [...]

Though certainly not the most popular of wedding ring materials, the appreciation for stainless steel rings is growing among younger couples. The strength, durability and overall cost in comparison to the other industrial metals used in band manufacture (i.e. tungsten or titanium), is what has possibly accounted for the annually rising demand for stainless steel [...]

World famous magician David Blaine has proposed to his sweetheart Alizee Guinochet, but the “engagement” ring is anything but engaging! His latest mind-bending feat has been to somehow manage to keep his fiancé’s attention after having given her a simple gold “pre-engagement band”. The story behind this one is even more amazing than any trick the [...]

Wow, with so many “hot” (thank you, Paris) and famous Hollywood power couples dating this year, it makes one wonder who the top candidates are for wedding bells in 2009. Here is a short list of some of the most talented starlets and there beaus who may be walking down the aisle before New Years. [...]

Gold is used on a massive scale for both coin minting and industrial purposes of course, as well as for decorative accents, dental needs and gold jewelry. Still, few people are truly informed about the hard numbers behind terms like 24 or 18 karat gold. In fact, to this day there is a world-wide debate [...]

Eva Longoria’s wedding to basketball super star Tony Parker was, according to many, a fairy tale within a dream. Set in the famous seventeenth century castle Chateau of Vaux le Vicomte on the outskirts of Paris, and surrounded by two hundred year old manicured gardens, it truly was the epitome of every young girl’s dream [...]

As promised, here is the final installment of our three part series covering some of the things engagement ring shoppers need to be aware of when making that special purchase.     7.       Be Certain to Please Her Many modern couples have begun to embrace the idea of shopping together for engagement rings. Though perhaps not [...]

I thought today I might focus on some little know facts and share some insider tips on titanium wedding bands. Few consumers know about how beautiful, durable and stylish this alternative metal can be, so read on and find out if a titanium band or setting might be for you. Titanium is naturally grayish in [...]

Unbeknownst too many of us here in the West, the Chinese designer jewelry industry is flourishing, with both high and lower end engagement and wedding rings in strong demand. Though Beijing is a world away from Beverly Hills, the desire of young and fashionable Chinese couples to emulate the styles coming out of Rodeo Drive [...]

As promised, here is the second installment of our three part series covering some of the things engagement ring shoppers need to be aware of when making that special purchase.   4.       Setting Selection By setting we refer to not only the type of material used in the manufacture of the engagement ring’s band, but [...]

Over the past several years, tungsten has become an increasingly popular alternative to the more traditional metals used in wedding rings. This is especially true among men.  After all, why walk around with a gold band when you could be strutting down the block sporting the latest designs in tungsten carbide alloys! There are several [...]

Putting aside my usual “essay” today, here is the first installment of a three part guide to follow when shopping for an engagement ring. Pay attention people… this could save you more than just a few dollars… you just may avoid pulling out a fist full of you own hair as well! 1.       Define Your Price Range [...]

Many people are interested in weird, quirky or unusual lines of research. During the course of my writing for this blog, I myself have begun to wonder not only just where the tradition of giving and receiving wedding rings came from, but when and even why such activities began as well. Many people in America [...]

When it comes to finding the perfect wedding ring, one size definitely does not fit all! Though ensuring that your wedding ring fits comfortably should be one of your top priorities, there are several other factors that you should take into account before settling on a final size in the style you prefer. For example, [...]

Men’s wedding ring tips and trends shift slower than trends in women’s jewelry.  The standard, yellow gold flat band is the traditional wedding ring for men and women alike. While wedding bands for women rapidly expanded to include diamond and gemstone rings and a wider variety of metals, men’s wedding rings have been slower to [...]

Planning a wedding is a stressful time; shopping for wedding rings does not have to be. When planning to purchase wedding rings, the happy couple can wait until about four months before the wedding to get their order in. Plan to make a day of looking at different jewelers and jewelry types either on or offline. [...]

Eternity necklaces are the new trend. This article explains them.

Titanium wedding bands represent the strength of the earth and the sky united as a force of nature.  The titans of Greek mythology included Cronus, Rhea, Oceanus, Tethys, Mnemosyne, Themus and more.  These titans, children of the Gaea (the Earth Mother) and her son Uranus (the sky father), represent the very forces of nature that [...]

Celebrity inspired jewelry comes from all avenues of celebrity life whether it’s a reality television star, a gorgeous First Lady or an actress like Angelina Jolie.  It’s hard to look at Angelina Jolie and not think about her celebrity status whether she wears celebrity jewelry or not.  Jolie is an exotic beauty whose earthy good [...]

Bridal hair jewelry is not typically at the top of any bride’s list. In fact, when asked what hair jewelry a bride is going to wear, she may look askance. After all, a bride has to worry about the location, the decorations, the dress, the bridesmaids’ dresses and the wedding rings. Why would she worry [...]

Celtic wedding rings come in all types from the Irish wedding bands to the Celtic birthstone rings to the Claddagh wedding rings.  The Claddagh wedding bands are likely the most well-known of the Celtic rings as seen in popular culture.  Claddagh rings are symbols of love, loyalty, friendship and fidelity.  These qualities are exceptionally important [...]