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Posted on April 26, 2016 by CrownRing Women tend to focus a lot of attention on their engagement ring, from its conception and design right through to the final product. And while some men do get excited about wedding jewelry, many might be overwhelmed by the choices they have to make that come with shopping for wedding band. Fear not, here are some tips for choosing or creating the perfect wedding band while keeping the latest trends in mind.   Platinum Platinum is one of the best choices when it comes to picking a base metal for a wedding band....

Authenticity has always been the heart and soul of our brand. Not only do we handcraft captivating rings, but we also guarantee that every diamond used in our collection is ethically sourced and conflict-free. At Kirk Kara, integrity is one of our core values, and along with our exquisite designs and life-long customer assistance, we extend you the assurance that we not only responsibly source our stones, but give back to the people and communities involved as well. With Earth Day approaching, we are honored to announce that we’ve recently become a Friend of DDI, also known as the Diamond Development...

Fall Floral Trend Abound with Kirk Kara "Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower" — Albert Camus. Timelessly chic design houses from Chanel to Oscar de la Renta to Elie Saab set fall fashion all a flutter this fall with endless arrays of floral patterns and eye-catching, 3-dimensional embellished details. Last week, the ever-classic, vintage-inspired style icon Kate Middleton stepped out in this fall floral Kate Spade dress, and we're taking notes. Floral aren't just for spring, after all. Take a page from the fall runways and the duchess' book of style and celebrate this "second...

Tips for Asking Dad’s Permission One of our favorite engagement traditions is the soon- to - be - groom asking his future bride's father for her hand in marriage. Involving your soon - to - be - bride's family in your romantic plans is a way to show her that you're also family-centered and respect her parents. Though you've probably talked about marriage yourselves, this time - honored tradition is a sweet way to include them in your captivating love story. If you're looking for ways to initiate a chat with dad, consider a few of these helpful tips! Have a holiday chat: With the season of big family dinners right around the corner, plenty of opportunities to "casually" ask...

Your Guide to Diamond Center Stone Shapes How do you choose the diamond shape that's perfect for your forever captivating engagement ring? You may have fallen in love with a design that already lends itself to one of the following shapes, or you might choose your shape and then find a design that compliments the stone of your dreams. Round: Also known as the "RBC," or "round, brilliant cut," round-shaped center-stones are known for their brilliance, or their ability to reflect light. Because of its breathtaking sparkle and versatile shape, round is the most popular center stone choice. Marquise: This...