Robinson's Jewelers Blog / Diamond Buying Guide

Discover the latest trends, tips, and insights in the world of fine jewelry with Robinson's Jewelers' official blog. Dive deep into the mesmerizing realm of precious metals and gemstones. Whether you're a jewelry aficionado or seeking styling advice, our curated articles are here to enlighten and inspire.

Marquise diamond showing an elegant elongated length-to-width ratio for fine jewelry and engagement ring inspiration

What Is the Best Length-to-Width Ratio for a Marquise Diamond? A Guide to Finding Your Most Flattering Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on September 05 2026
Few diamond shapes know how to make an entrance quite like the marquise. With its drama...
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Diamond engagement ring designed to look larger through an elegant setting and brilliant visual proportions

How to Choose a Diamond Engagement Ring That Looks Larger Without Increasing the Carat Weight: Smart Ways to Maximize Sparkle and Presence

Maya Thompson Posted on September 04 2026
Choosing a diamond engagement ring is already exciting enough to make perfectly sensibl...
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Diamond grading report beside a sparkling diamond for an educational guide to understanding diamond quality before buying

How to Read a Diamond Grading Report Before You Buy: Your Confidence-Boosting Guide to Choosing the Right Diamond

Maya Thompson Posted on September 04 2026
Buying a diamond can feel wonderfully exciting right up until someone hands you a gradi...
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Three-stone engagement ring with a prominent center diamond and proportionately balanced side stones

How to Choose a Three-Stone Engagement Ring With Balanced Proportions: The Secret to a Beautifully Matched Trio

Maya Thompson Posted on September 03 2026
Choosing a three-stone engagement ring is a little like assembling the world's most gla...
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Oval diamond showing elegant length-to-width proportions for an engagement ring

What Is the Best Length-to-Width Ratio for an Oval Diamond? Finding the Shape That Looks Perfect on Your Hand

Maya Thompson Posted on September 03 2026
Choosing an oval diamond can feel wonderfully simple right up until someone mentions le...
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Close-up of a diamond showing changing bright and dark reflections under different lighting

Why Does a Diamond Look Dark in Certain Lighting? The Surprising Reasons Your Sparkle Seems to Disappear

Maya Thompson Posted on September 03 2026
A diamond can look like a tiny spotlight in one room and suddenly turn mysterious, mood...
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Close-up diamond showing the girdle between the crown and pavilion

What Is a Diamond Girdle and Why Does Its Thickness Matter? The Tiny Edge That Can Make a Big Difference

Maya Thompson Posted on August 28 2026
A diamond has plenty of glamorous features, but the girdle may be the hardest working p...
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A stunning heart-shaped diamond engagement ring with balanced symmetry, showcasing brilliant sparkle and a classic solitaire setting

How to Choose a Heart-Shaped Diamond With Balanced Symmetry (And Avoid the 'Chubby Heart' Trap!)

Maya Thompson Posted on August 26 2026
Let's be honest, shall we? Shopping for a heart-shaped diamond is a bit like dating. Yo...
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How to Choose an Oval Diamond Without a Noticeable Bow Tie at Robinson's Jewelers

How to Choose an Oval Diamond Without a Noticeable Bow Tie: The Ultimate Guide to Dazzling, Shadow-Free Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on August 20 2026
Let's be real for a second. You're scrolling through endless oval diamonds, and suddenl...
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A stunning diamond ring showcasing brilliance and fire, emphasizing the importance of cut quality over carat weight.

How to Choose a Diamond Based on Cut Quality Rather Than Carat Weight: The Secret to Maximum Sparkle (and Why Size Isn't Everything)

Maya Thompson Posted on August 18 2026
Alright, let's have a heart-to-heart about diamonds. You've probably had that moment wh...
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A stunning, detailed close-up of a radiant cut diamond engagement ring, showcasing its brilliant sparkle and unique cropped-corner shape against a soft, elegant background.

How to Choose a Radiant Cut Diamond for Maximum Sparkle: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Dream Bling

Maya Thompson Posted on August 17 2026
Let’s be real for a second. When you imagine your dream ring, you aren’t picturing a du...
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How to Choose an Elongated Cushion-Cut Diamond: Expert Tips from Robinson's Jewelers for the Perfect Sparkle

How to Choose an Elongated Cushion-Cut Diamond: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Perfect Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on August 16 2026
Alright, let's talk diamonds. If you've fallen down the Pinterest rabbit hole of engage...
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How to Choose Between an Oval and Elongated Cushion Diamond - Robinson's Jewelers Guide

How to Choose Between an Oval and Elongated Cushion Diamond: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Perfect Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on August 15 2026
So, you have decided to take the plunge. You are ready to find *the* ring, the one that...
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A stunning cushion-cut diamond engagement ring showcasing maximum sparkle and brilliance, symbolizing romance and elegance.

How to Choose a Cushion-Cut Diamond With Maximum Sparkle: The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Perfect 'Pillow' of Fire

Maya Thompson Posted on August 13 2026
Let's be honest, choosing a diamond can feel a bit like trying to pick a favorite child...
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Two GIA-certified diamonds side by side show different brilliance and sparkle, demonstrating that diamonds with the same grade can look very different.

Can Two GIA-Certified Diamonds Still Look Very Different? The Shocking Truth About Sparkle vs. Paper

Maya Thompson Posted on August 13 2026
Imagine this: You have been a gem-hunting detective, comparing GIA certificates side-by...
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Comparison of well-cut and deep-cut diamonds showing light performance

How to Tell Whether a Diamond Is Cut Too Deep: Don't Let Your Sparkle Escape!

Maya Thompson Posted on August 11 2026
Imagine for a moment that you have just found the diamond of your dreams. It is the per...
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A close-up view of a fancy shape diamond, potentially an oval, with a visible bow tie shadow effect across its center.

What Is a Bow Tie Effect in Fancy Shape Diamonds? The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Perfect Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on August 11 2026
Imagine this: you find the perfect diamond ring. The shape is gorgeous, the carat weigh...
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A stunning diamond ring showcasing a captivating blue fluorescence effect as it sparkles in bright sunlight, representing the unique beauty of fluorescent diamonds

Why Does My Diamond Look Blue in Sunlight? The Surprising Secret Behind the Sparkle

Maya Thompson Posted on August 11 2026
Picture this: You're out on a glorious Florida summer day, maybe brunching with your be...
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A comparison of pear and marquise diamond shapes in a beautiful engagement ring setting

How to Choose Between a Pear and Marquise Diamond: The Ultimate Showdown of Sparkle and Style

Maya Thompson Posted on August 10 2026
Let's be honest, gorgeous. Choosing between a pear and a marquise diamond is like tryin...
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A stunning, sparkling engagement ring from Robinson's Jewelers, featuring a brilliant center diamond, showcasing how to allocate your ring budget for maximum impact.

How Much of an Engagement Ring Budget Should Go Toward the Center Diamond? (Spoiler: It's Not a Magic Number)

Maya Thompson Posted on August 08 2026
So, the big question has finally been popped (the question, not the champagne, though w...
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