Ring shoppers – pay attention! Whether your fiancée-to-be has been pining after Beyoncé’s mega diamond ring, or she’s more about the proposal than the size of her rock, do yourself a favor and learn a few tips to make your…
A Maldives Engagement Story All us ladies grew up with that fairy tale image of romance in our heads. Chick flicks like Pretty Woman and Bridget Jones’s Diary had us dreaming of our own movie love. Whether you’ve yet to…
Omg! You said YES!!! And we all know that the only thing more exciting than getting engaged is posting an engagement #ringselfie on Instagram for the world to see! But you don’t want to post just any ring shot –…
A Vintage Engagement Ring I started out as nothing much, A soul unclear of its destiny Waiting for that magical touch To prepare me for the bride-to-be Slowly I started to take shape, As the couple’s love had just begun…
This one is for those among us whose life motto is “diamonds are a girl’s best friend” and who go to sleep counting diamonds instead of sheep. Or for those who are busy preparing for their proposal and want to…
Who said surprises end with the proposal? For Ben and Danny, the proposal day was full of surprises. It wasn’t enough for Ben to just plan the proposal – he wanted to make sure the celebrations would continue. A Surprise…
There is no such thing as the perfect engagement ring, but there is such a thing as the perfect engagement ring for her. All you need is to put some thought into it, and you’re sure to make the right…
So you’ve decided to pop the question? Congrats! The hardest step in proposing is making the decision to do it. Now it’s time to start planning. It all begins with the perfect engagement ring, of course! That’s a whole journey…
Diamond Shapes: Which One to Choose? Confused about choosing the right diamond shape? Fear knot (pun intended)! We’re here to provide you with info that will make the luminous stone a mystery no more. DIAMOND SHAPES 101 Here are some…
If you haven’t been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard by now that the 2 beauties Pippa Middleton and Miranda Kerr have recently said yes. Both to stunning, yet very different, engagement rings. If you’re dreaming of ‘I Do’…
Adorned by royalty for centuries, the ruby, the July birthstone, has fascinated people all over the world and continues to be a sought after precious stone. The red-hot ruby brings out the innermost passions of those who wear it. A…
The Tradition of Engagement Rings The story dates all the way back to pre-historic times, when cavemen would braid strands of grass and tie them around the ankle, waist and wrist of the woman of their choice. Today, the tradition looks…
A Hawaii Engagement Story How do you plan a proposal to someone who never gets surprised? That’s the question which Donald had when he was brainstorming proposal ideas. Turns out the answer lay in their ordinary daily life during a…
The Ultimate Destination for Proposal Stories We’re excited to announce the launch of Engagement Moments, featuring genuine James Allen customer proposal stories and photos. About Engagement Moments You can get inspired by couples’ proposal stories and view the stunning rings…
So, you’re thinking of popping the question, but you’re at a bit of a standstill, because you have no idea what ring to buy. Why would you? Did you grow up dreaming of diamonds and princess cuts versus pear shapes?…
With smartphones essentially an extension of our hands and time spent on the internet continuing to increase, average consumers are already at ease, and often prefer, purchasing products online. However, when it comes to buying a meaningful, personal and expensive…
International Women’s Day In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, we decided to take the opportunity to celebrate women and their achievements. At James Allen, we’re proud of our fierce female employees. Here are a few of…
The Best Proposal Reactions Chances are, you’ve been dreaming of some variation of that moment since you were in pigtails and braces – the moment he gets down on one knee and asks you that magical question which makes you…
Art Deco Engagement Rings Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s making us all feel a little extra affectionate. Love really does seem to be in the air this time of year, and for the true romantics among…
Some call it “holiday season”, but here at James Allen we call it “Proposal Season.” One of the most popular times of the year to propose is Christmas; it’s a magical day which centers around being with the ones you…
Is it just me, or do the holidays get anyone else in the mood to be surrounded by romance and sparkle? Maybe it’s the bright snowflakes that make me crave some holiday shine… Take a break from your holiday shopping…
Some of us are happy with a small, subtle diamond; “It’s what it means that counts…” Others roll our eyes at comments like that, and lust after huge, blingy rocks. This article is for the girls whose favorite song is…
