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Season 2 of Conversations with Chris Ploof Is Here! Enters Modern Electrum.
If you watched Season 1 of Conversations with Chris Ploof, you know Chris tends to work outside the usual playbook. His focus has always been on materials that bring something different to the table, not just visually, but in how they’re made and how they can withstand everyday wear. This season, in collaboration with Engagement 101, the conversation expands to new materials and Chris Ploof lovers stories. Episode 1: Modern Electrum Electrum itself isn’t new. It dates back


Taylor Swift's influences engagement ring trends at the Centurion Jewelry Show
It was great to celebrate the Centurion Jewelry Show 25th Anniversary in Arizona earlier this month. We were exited to see a lot of cool set west settings, hand engraved engagement rings, nature inspired rings for him and her, half bezel settings and more.We got to interview the owner and creator of the show Howard Hauben the week before in New York whole visiting one of the show's exhibitor Oscar Heyman, thanks for the soundbites. Here are some of the top trends we saw at th


Why We're Obsessed with LA Based 18Karats
At Engagement 101, we’re constantly searching for brands that truly understand what our community wants. Our readers and viewers are looking for genuine luxury craftsmanship at price points that actually make sense for where they are in their lives. 18Karats offers both natural and lab-grown diamonds set in beautiful, impeccably made engagement settings that can be customized. You can start designing your engagement ring online and contact their customer service team with qu


Romancing Utah: Love and Men's Wedding Bands Manufacturing is the Beehive State
A documentary about engagement ring trends and committed relationships in Utah. How old are Utah couples when they get engaged? What kind of engagement ring do they pick? Why do so many young couples decide to create a home and life in Utah. We also discover the hub of men's wedding band manufacturers that have set up shop around Salt Lake City, and the latest trends in men's wedding bands, customizable inlays. Enjoy the documentary!


Natural Diamond Engagement Rings “Facts” Debunked by Marion Fasel
In this feature, jewelry historian and author Marion Fasel debunks common myths about natural diamond engagement rings and shares insights from her book, A History of Diamond Engagement Rings, a True Romance. You can purchase her book here . Marion Fasel is a jewelry historian who has written 11 books on 20th-century jewelry. She was a longtime editor at InStyle magazine before launching her blog, The Adventurine, and later moving to Substack. Marion shares that writing “A Hi


Does anything go for a proposal? Cringe Versus Sweet proposals
Thinking about popping the question? Before you plan that elaborate surprise, you might want to hear from the pros. We spoke with Tatiana Caicedo from Proposal 007, a New York-based proposal planning agency, and Kat McCoy from Bestkept Engagements Concierge (she also created the Best Kept diamond try-on kits) about how to make sure your partner says yes. Watch the video feature!


Shopping Tips and Ring Trends For You and Your Partner
Tips from Jennifer Gandia, co-owner of Greenwich St. Jewelers to shop for engagement rings and wedding bands for you and your partner. Most couples are now shopping together, considering budget, styles, and lifestyles. It is so important to understand your partner’s preferences. We discuss the significance of exchanging two rings for same-sex couples and the importance of showing love to the world, especially for LGBTQ+ couples. Jennifer also goes over some current popular en
Engagement Season Rings Spotlight

PARADE DESIGN
This style is defined by its hand-detailed band, featuring our one of a kind tree branch texture
and intricate leaf detailing on each side. The leaf work gives the design a beautifully organic
feel, while round accent diamonds add just enough shimmer to enhance the detail.
and intricate leaf detailing on each side. The leaf work gives the design a beautifully organic
feel, while round accent diamonds add just enough shimmer to enhance the detail.

VALE JEWELRY
Desert Diamond Engagement Ring

MAREI NEW YORK
Ayla Arabesque Collection

18 KARATS
Our East-West Marquise Bezel Ring features a striking marquise-cut diamond set horizontally in a smooth gold bezel. The east-west orientation gives this classic shape a modern edge, while the sleek bezel setting enhances durability and clean lines.

KIRK KARA
Boho Leaf Milgrain Diamond Engagement Ring

CRISSCUT NEW YORK
L’Amour Crisscut® Pear-Shape Diamond Engagement Ring

CRISSCUT NEW YORK
Love Luxe L’Amour Crisscut® Multi-Shape Diamond Ring

CHRIS PLOOF
Chris Ploof Designs uses only the best materials. The quality of the machinery, the level of care they put into blending and forming metals, and expert finishing set them apart from many others.

PARADE DESIGN
This ring is featuring a hand-finished twist shank that gives the design a
sense of movement and texture. The marquise center is framed with princess cut and round
diamonds, creating a wider silhouette with added dimension to give it a distinct, polished look.
sense of movement and texture. The marquise center is framed with princess cut and round
diamonds, creating a wider silhouette with added dimension to give it a distinct, polished look.

SMILING ROCKS
This beautiful lab-grown emerald cut diamond is set East-West in a bezel with romantic bow details.

ANCORA DESIGNS
A stunning vintage style engagement ring with milgrain details.

MARK PATTERSON
New Contemporary Collection
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