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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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’ [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]