How to plan the perfect Art Deco wedding
At Antique Diamond Rings, we believe Art Deco is a wonderful theme for a wedding at any time of year. Think Gatsby's fabulous flapper parties or the Hollywood glamour of Garbo and Dietrich; it's a style full of theatrical contrasts. With satins and furs, chrome and mirrors, it would particularly suit a bride who loves to be the centre of attention - think Kate Moss at her 2011 wedding in a vintage 20s wedding dress and stunning Art Deco engagement ring.
Five Tips For Your Valentine’s Day Engagement
If you and your loved one are thinking of making the ultimate commitment to your relationship, the perfect romantic holiday is just around the corner.
5 Top Tips For The Perfect Engagement This Christmas
Christmas is a magical time. It is also a time of giving, and of showing those we love just how much we think of them. With that in mind, here are five top tips and ideas as to the perfect festive proposal – and the perfect ring with which to pop that all important question.
Jewellery In Focus: Famous Engagement Rings
It is undoubtably the most famous engagement ring in the world - Kate Middleton’s stunning blue sapphire.
Where Do Diamonds Come From?
According to diamond lore the first diamond was formed as result of the God of Mines having crushed within his fist all the finest gems in the world, consequently and quite accidentally condensing them into the one, perfect stone he had been searching for.
Diamonds Demystified [Infographic]
There's no denying that diamonds are a girl's best friend but how much can you truly say you know about these stunning stones? To simplify an understanding as to how diamonds are valued and what makes them so stunning and unique, you need to understand the 4 C's - carat, clarity, colour and cut.
How to Identify a Victorian Engagement Ring
The jewellery made during the Victorian Period compromises some of the world’s most beautiful and intricately crafted pieces to date. Despite the transitory nature of fashions, the specific characteristics of Victorian Jewellery pieces have consequently continued to captivate us.
Celebrities Who Opted For An Antique Engagement Ring
For an antique to call itself such, it must have survived a century or more. That in itself is a feat for any small piece of jewellery, especially one worn on the hand and worn daily.