The LUXEIGA Journal

Buying a Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring in the USA: What to Know
A guide for US shoppers: pricing in dollars, duties, US ring sizes, 14K vs 18K gold, insured delivery to all 50 states and how to get a ring fast. Read more...
How to Buy an Engagement Ring Online With Confidence
A checklist for buying a diamond engagement ring online safely: what to look for in a jeweler, how to see the ring before you buy, and how shipping and returns should work. Read more...
IGI vs GIA: How to Read a Lab-Grown Diamond Certificate
What a lab-grown diamond grading report tells you, how IGI and GIA reports differ, and the five things to check before you buy. Read more...
Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Worth It? An Honest Answer
The real pros and cons of lab-grown diamonds, including resale value, so you can decide if a lab-grown engagement ring is right for you. Read more...
Lab-Grown Diamond vs Moissanite vs Cubic Zirconia: What's the Difference?
Lab-grown diamond, moissanite or cubic zirconia? How they compare on hardness, sparkle, durability and value, and which is right for an engagement ring. Read more...
How Much Does a Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring Cost?
Real prices for lab-grown diamond engagement rings by carat, what drives the cost, and how to set a budget you're happy with. Read more...
Affordable Diamond Engagement Rings That Look Anything But
Eight expert ways to get a stunning, real diamond engagement ring on a budget, without compromising on sparkle or quality. Read more...
Ethical Diamond Engagement Rings: How to Choose a Responsible Ring
What makes an engagement ring ethical? An honest look at diamond sourcing, the limits of "conflict-free" labels, and why many couples now choose lab-grown diamonds. Read more...
Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Rings: The Complete Buying Guide
Everything you need to know before buying a lab-grown diamond engagement ring: what they are, how to choose shape, carat and grade, what certificates mean, and what you should expect to pay. Read more...
Three-Stone and Toi et Moi Rings: Meaning, Styles and How to Choose
What three-stone and toi et moi engagement rings mean, the side stone shapes to pair with your diamond, and how to get the proportions right. Read more...
Engagement Ring Shapes Guide: Round, Oval, Emerald, Pear and More
Round, oval, emerald, pear, cushion, princess, radiant or marquise? How each diamond shape looks, sparkles and suits the hand. Read more...
How to Find Her Ring Size Secretly (With US & UK Size Chart)
Planning a surprise proposal? Six discreet ways to find her ring size, plus a US and UK ring size conversion chart. Read more...
The 4Cs of Diamonds Explained: Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat
A simple guide to diamond cut, color, clarity and carat, and where to spend your budget for the most beautiful engagement ring. Read more...
Lab-Grown vs Mined Diamonds: What's the Real Difference?
Are lab-grown diamonds real? How do they compare to mined diamonds on sparkle, durability, price and value? Here's an honest, clear guide. Read more...