The pandemic lockdowns might be in the rearview mirror, but rising inflation has ushered in the return of “micro” weddings, Zoom ceremonies — and disinvited guests. Read full story here

In announcing the deal for Blue Nile, Signet noted the latter’s “attractive customer demographic that is younger, more affluent, and ethnically diverse which will broaden our customer acquisition funnel.” Read full story here

History and common sense both dictate that sales will fall. See full story

Signet Jewelers posted earnings in line with estimates but guidance from the diamond seller helped the shares sparkle. For the fourth quarter, Signet (ticker: SIG) posted adjusted earnings of $5.01 a share, in line with the consensus call. Revenue of $2.81…

Following an investigation by police, Italian company Chimet is alleged to have bought gold from an illegal mining operation. See more here

From vintage designs to “Toi Et Moi” designs, here is the latest list of on-trend wedding rings. See full story

Paulina Morales offered a $500 reward for the missing ring which a kind stranger with a metal detector successfully located. See full story Photo by The glorious studio from Pexels

Infusing the warmth of rose gold into winter and spring weddings, Simon Ardem layers and mixes precious metals for timeless, romantic Venetian style NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Throughout history, tokens of love have been gifted to symbolize commitment and…

Natural Rough Diamonds Prices Set New Record According to the Zimnisky Global Rough Diamond Price Index NEW YORK (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 15, 2022 According to industry analyst Paul Zimnisky, record global diamond jewelry demand combined with decade-low diamond production has driven natural…

Retail sales of diamond jewelry rose 29 percent last year and 11 percent above 2019, a new report found PARIS — Retail sales of diamond jewelry rose 29 percent last year and 11 percent above 2019, confirming a “spectacular rebound” for…

Collection Uses Authentic Fender Guitar Materials To Create Custom Rings Catered To The Rapidly Growing Men’s Wedding Ring Market LINDON, UTAH (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 01, 2022 Today, Manly Bands announces a new partnership with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC), the world’s leading…

The world’s no. 1 diamond miner has implemented its biggest price increase for diamonds in years. See full story

Brown, gray, champagne-tone, or salt-and-pepper colored stones are gaining traction as popular engagement rings. See full story

The top requests include bigger and more uniquely-shaped stones and the return of yellow-gold. See full story

Emery and Sam Bundy got their stolen rings and valuables returned to them just days before their ceremony. See full story

McCormack, who specializes in diamond jewelry, wanted to create a less intimidating environment for couples to browse in. Read more here

As jewelry stores anticipate a strong finish to the year, Millennials gear up for 2022 weddings. See more here

With the steady rise of alternative ring companies such as Manly Bands, some are wondering if the days of gold rings are over. Read story here

TruCustom Bridal Customization Services offers three unique levels of service depending on the individual client’s request SECAUCUS, NJ — Frederick Goldman, Inc., the leading manufacturer of wedding, bridal and women’s and men’s fine jewelry, announces the launch of its new TruCustom…

Now both brides and grooms can shop for their wedding rings together at home PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 05, 2021 Today, Hitched announced the launch of their women’s home try-on kit. Already an established leader in the wedding band home try-on category, the company now…

With our “Patent Pending” design, we have created the most unique, ultra cool concept in Men’s Wedding Bands ever imagined. Right up front, our wedding bands are not for everyone. ESTERO, FLA. (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 03, 2021 http://www.PinnacleJewelers.com Inc. has created the most…

Created exclusively for Macy’s, the styles are relatively classic but with a twist. See full story

The owner of Kay Jewelers and Zales is betting on a robust return of the U.S. bridal business. See more here

With more lab-grown jewelry expected in stores and a projected 2.5 million to tie the knot next year, 2022 is slated to be historic. See full story

Monique brings her innate sense of style and refined, sophisticated aesthetic to this Kay-exclusive bridal collection AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Kay® Jewelers is thrilled to announce their latest exclusive partnership with internationally acclaimed bridal and fashion designer Monique Lhuillier, to launch Monique…

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — De Beers Forevermark hosted a bridal celebration in honor of celebrity and bridal stylist Micaela Erlanger and her bridal jewelry collection, Forevermark x Micaela. The collection, made up of modern yet timeless platinum and diamond engagement rings and…

The nation’s largest jeweler ended their second quarter fiscal year with shares at a 12-month high of $85.26. See full story

As ceremonies return to something approaching full capacity, a new normal is emerging, according to wedding experts.  Read story here.

SHE·SAID·YES is delighted to announce its 25th anniversary. The company is offering a free pendant worth $200, free express shipping, and free returns on all orders to celebrate this important milestone DALLAS (PRWEB) JULY 23, 2021 SHE·SAID·YES has been making the…

With the industry on the rebound, wedding ring sales are steadily rising. Read more here

Zac Posen and Blue Nile have collaborated to create a wedding ring collection to honor all kinds of love. See full story

Engaged couples are leaning towards daintier rings in lieu of a big diamond for a few reasons. See full story

The specialty jewelry retailer’s revenues increased in nearly all categories. Read more here

Christian Liden has been mining for materials for the past five years and finally got lucky with his find in Arkansas. See full story

The ecommerce brand is founded by the creators of Manly Bands, the largest DTC men’s wedding ring brand VINEYARD, UTAH (PRWEB) MAY 24, 2021 Today, Manly Bands is launching their women’s line of engagement and wedding rings called Rosie Ray, for…

Leading responses include lab-grown diamonds, custom design, and millennial buying habits. See full story

Various jewelers offer up their opinions on why they do or don’t choose to follow up. Read story here

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–After more than 30 years of leading some of the world’s most prestigious luxury jewelry brands, FUTURA’s founder Bob Donofrio discovered the harsh reality of the environmental impact of mining gold for jewelry production: 99% of the world’s…

Brands set new industry standard with design-led, innovation-driven collaboration (PRESS RELEASE) LOS ANGELES, CA — Brilliant Earth, the leader in ethically sourced bridal and fine jewelry, announces its partnership with Tacori, the luxury jeweler renowned for its unique, high-quality engagement rings featuring signature…

Both leading companies have decided to ditch the “real” thing in favor of their lab-grown counterparts. See full story

The Charles Tiffany Setting launches this month and is a collection of solitaire men’s rings with sizable round-brilliant and emerald-cut diamonds. See full story

LovBe Eternal marks the lab grown diamond brand’s debut from in-house design team NEW YORK (PRWEB) APRIL 22, 2021 In the midst of a welcomed spring season, a time recognized for fresh starts and new beginnings, LovBe is proud to debut its first…

Photo by Studio Negarin from Pexels The men’s wedding ring brand is looking to reach the millions of fans from America’s national pastime that gather to watch each year VINEYARD, UTAH (PRWEB) APRIL 19, 2021 Manly Bands is announcing the launch of it’s new…

After a helicopter ride last week, William Hunn asked Brittney Miller to marry him and presented her with five rings to choose from. Read more here

Company also announces its unique diamond buying service SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — High Point Jewelry (www.highpointjewelry.com), the nation’s premier line of luxury cannabis and hemp-inspired jewelry, now offers engagement and wedding rings. These beautiful rings feature stunning embossed gold cannabis or…

Alternative metals, Celtic knots, and even wood are gaining in popularity. See full story Photo by Gift Habeshaw from Pexels

The legendary basketball star met the man at a McDonough, Georgia jewelry store. Read more here

The highly curated and personalized approach to buying engagement rings revolves around offering up to 63 engagement ring options. Read story here

As part of the “Fairytale Wedding Collection”, the new pieces are for the 30th anniversary of the collection. See full story

The heiress and socialite posted the photos on her Instagram account. Read more here

A couple of 14 years got engaged at the amazing structure designed by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen. See full story

More economical than platinum or gold, titanium bands have several good selling points to offer. See full story

Research from Bain & Company shows the diamond industry suffered during the Covid-19 crisis but fared better than the personal luxury market overall; sector is poised to return to growth in 2021 MOSCOW, Feb. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — While the diamond industry…

101-year-old jewelry retailer continues to lead the industry with a platinum-set, colorless lab-grown diamond bridal jewelry collection – a first-of-its-kind, only at Helzberg Diamonds KANSAS CITY, Mo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Helzberg Diamonds, one of the jewelry industry’s most innovative retailers, recently announced its…

The latest designs add a touch of sparkle with the inclusion of diamonds. See full story

Raymond Stecker Jr. refused to take off his wedding ring, but finally was forced into it due to a bum finger. Read more here

PHILADELPHIA (PRWEB) JANUARY 26, 2021 Hitched is announcing today the official release of their new iOS app, The Ring Size App™ by Hitched. This is the first mobile app from Hitched and will provide men with an easier and more accurate way to…

27 year old Tiffany announced her engagement to Michael Boulos on Tuesday with a ring estimated to be worth $1.2 million. See full story

A new survey by The Diamond Council has found that younger consumers still have a taste for diamonds. See full story

The Ten/Ten Collection consists of ethically and sustainably sourced stones from Botswana that were supplied by the De Beers Group. See full story

Shares of the specialty jewelry retailer are expected to be between $2.10 billion and $2.12 billion. See full story

The user-friendly platform allows jewelers to show a curated selection of diamonds via tablet to customers in the store, on their website, and on customers’ own mobile devices. See full story

Christine Bonavita posted her rings in a giveaway on Facebook to celebrate her divorce. See full story

Dripping in beautifully designed jewels, the British monarchy has some of the most amazing baubles ever. See story here

The Zoe Report reveals the top vintage engagement ring trends, including Art Deco, diamond halo, and yellow gold. Read more here

A limited-edition collection of 100 rings to be sold exclusively via Blue Nile in January 2021 NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ten/Ten, a new program that brings together ten of the most inspiring and innovative independent designers working today,…

From emerald to alexandrite rings, 2021’s trends are anything but boring. See story here

While many men still may choose the conventional wedding band, there are lots of customers looking for something a bit more revolutionary. See more here

De Beers Group’s latest Diamond Insight ‘Flash’ Report highlights US jewelers’ have noted increased rates of couples getting engaged during the pandemic LONDON, Nov. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — US jewellers report that more couples than ever are buying diamond engagement rings,…

The brand partnership will target the $65 billion wedding wear market with the first official line of rings made from authentic Jack Daniel’s whiskey barrels. VINEYARD, Utah (PRWEB) November 19, 2020 Manly Bands is announcing an exciting new licensing partnership…

Exclusive to Jared, Tornai’s first-ever jewelry collection to launch November 11 AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Just in time for holiday engagement season, Jared today announced the debut of an exclusive engagement ring collection designed by Pnina Tornai, the globally…

Personalization has become as essential as the classic four Cs in diamonds. See full story Photo by TranStudios Photography & Video from Pexels

Blake Shelton asked Gwen’s father for her hand in marriage, then sealed the deal with some major bling. See full story  

Jewelers discuss how they tried to boost business or make people’s lives easier via a policy change or mandate and had it backfire on them. See more here

From new takes on traditional rings to styles never expected to make a comeback, here are the trends for 2021. See full story

Best Brilliance has four decades of expertise in the field of producing Clarity Enhanced Diamonds, Moissanite, Lab Grown Diamonds, and Certified Natural Diamonds. The company has a worldwide presence that way you can always be assured that we’ve acquired the…

The co-founder of the Maison de Mode fashion site was inspired by her own vintage bridal jewelry look. See more here

Forevermark x Micaela, a bridal collection fit for the red carpet, available exclusively in platinum NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrity and Bridal Stylist Micaela Erlanger now brings her ability to create the most memorable celebrity style moments to…

Bridal jewelers describe how they’ve changed their operations to suit the current situation. See more here

Collection features Royal Asscher’s signature patented diamond shapes AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Jared announced the debut of a new bridal collection by luxury, family-owned jeweler Royal Asscher, which has been cutting some of the world’s most magnificent…

  NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Want to find unique men’s wedding bands for the groom? Today you can finally find the perfect ring for him thanks to these bands from Rockford Collection. With modern, bold, authentic, and masculine styles, there’s a wedding…

Forevermark x Micaela, a bridal collection fit for the red carpet, available exclusively in platinum NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrity and Bridal Stylist Micaela Erlanger now brings her ability to create the most memorable celebrity style moments to…

From client service to sales to marketing, here are a few tips to aid jewelers in getting that sale. Read more here

Asscher cut diamonds and three stone rings are among the latest popular ring trends. Read story here

A Smarter Way To Find The Perfect Ring LOS ANGELES, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Engage, the newest mobile app to revolutionize the direct to consumer retail landscape using AI technology, officially launches for August 2020. Now available for download…

Hints on getting your messages noticed amongst all the competition to be the engagement ring store of choice in your area. Read more here

TAMPA, Fla., July 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Rune Labs is launching a Kickstarter campaign for RUNE bands, wedding bands created with a newly invented material called EPU. Using novel manufacturing methods called “digital light synthesis,” RUNE bands are literally made by…

Who knew a trend such as silicone wedding rings would become a “thing”? See full story

With 335 million users, the Pinterest platform is marketing gold. Read more here

Talk about a time saver! Happy couples can tie the knot right after buying their rings. See full story 

A monthly breakdown of the major news and trends regarding diamond supply and demand. Read more here

A fictional but realistic scenario, created to help business owners determine the right course of action. See more here.

Demand for rough stones has faltered due to an oversupply of polished gems. See full story

Hundreds of Helzberg employees have been ordained through a partnership with the Universal Life Church and can perform wedding services during regular work hours. Read full story

Johnathan Ruggiero’s company specializes in unique and affordable mens’ wedding bands. Read full story

Jenna Evans thought she was only dreaming when she ate her bling. See full story

Free Downloadable Guide Walks Couples Through Multiple Wedding Band Combinations and Provides Other Invaluable Insider Tips LOS ANGELES, July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — With the sheer volume of options and selections couples have when it comes to creating wedding bands, merely finding a…

The diamond retail industry is struggling to survive. Here’s why. Read full story

Placeholders permit a surprise proposal without sacrificing the ring receiver’s preferences. Read full story

According to Etsy, birthstone engagement rings are going to be all the rage this year. Read more here