Engagement season is upon us and that means finding the perfect ring for the proposal. One hot option is to follow the growing trend for oval stones. The latest figures show that December, and especially Christmas week, is the most popular month for popping the question. So, as the festive period approaches, there is no…

Prince Harry has done it again. First, he designed a stunning engagement ring that not only wowed with its flawless diamonds and elegant design, but was also packed with sentimental value (two of the stones came from his late mother, Diana, Princess of Wales personal collection, making it truly priceless). Want an engagement ring that…

What do you think of when you hear the word diamond? Something sparkly, for sure, but what about the colour? For most of us diamonds are clear, almost white stones. But did you know that they also come in browns, blues and reds? In fact, diamonds can come in almost every colour imaginable. Known as…

Singer Katy Perry got a February 14th gift to remember this year, a stunning pink flower-shaped engagement ring from actor boyfriend Orlando Bloom. To date, the ring in question has only been seen in one Instagram post, shared by Perry with the words full bloom underneath. As a result, no one is exactly sure what…

June’s birthstone is as unique as the people born in this month – the beautiful pearl. Taking its name rather unromantically from the Latin perna, meaning leg (more on this later), the pearl has the distinction of being the only gemstone made by a living creature.  They form when tiny irritants get stuck inside mollusc…

In honour of the month of love, Diamond Rocks looks at the top nine engagement ring trends for 2018 – these are the styles and tastes set to drive sales over the next 12 months, and there are some surprising last minute entries… OVAL DIAMONDS: Oval diamonds have always been a favourite for many brides…

Who said wedding bands had to be boring? Or that adding a splash of personality to your wedding jewellery is for brides only? Increased equality and a move away from traditional gender roles means that today more men are wearing wedding bands than ever before, a tradition which itself was rarely seen until the 1940s. …

Relationships have many different milestones – and these days there’s a gift for almost all of them. Rings are always a classic option when making a relationship statement – but which ring should you choose for which occasion? We take a look at the four main types: promise rings, eternity rings, engagement rings and wedding rings.…

If you’re planning to pop the question, it can be hard to know where to start when looking for a ring. You might be looking for an interim option that looks charming but doesn’t break the bank because you know your future fiancé will probably want to choose one for herself, or, you could just…

Rose gold engagement rings have become increasingly popular in recent years, with younger generations enticed by its warm, feminine and alternative appearance. In fact, it’s so popular that earlier this year, a rose gold ring became the most pinned engagement ring on Pinterest. With 103,900 pins, the ring has overtaken the 18-carat white gold engagement…

Sapphires have become increasingly popular in recent years, much of which can be attributed to the millennial generation’s new take on wedding jewellery. For instance, couples are now spending 19% less on engagement rings than they did 10 years ago, according to a survey from Protect Your Bubble. That’s not to say that the rings…

Engagement rings. Their meaning extends far beyond their material value and they deserve to look spectacular. But choosing the perfect ring for your perfect partner can be a challenge. You want something that feels unique and suits their personality. Round, brilliant cut diamonds still dominate the market, with the popular shape making up 70% of…