Gold and diamond jewellery in general can be cleaned in warm soapy water using a soft toothbrush, which removes grease, dust and grime that gets into the spaces and gaps around the stones. The main reason a ring looks dirty and the diamonds or gemstones don’t sparkle is the dirt that remains underneath the stones […]
GOLD The question of choosing precious metals really comes down to personal taste with regard to colour and also the price one wants to pay. The composition of 9ct and 18ct gold is different, and the specific alloys used in both determine the final colour – yellow, white or rose. 9ct gold, regardless of the […]
Whether asking friends, family or jewellers, “How much do I need to spend on an engagement ring?” you’re likely to get many different answers. Ultimately, the decision is yours (and possibly your partner’s) and depends on many factors. For example, there are various stages in life and everyone is in a different position at the […]
There are several ways to ensure you get the engagement ring you want and the first and most effective is to trust the dealer. Check out their reputation, experience and history. Ask around and get referrals from friends who are happy. Are they the best in the industry? What is their after-sales service like and […]
With wedding rings and engagement rings, value for money is not just about looking at the best price. The value of an item is made up of its materials, quality, integrity and affordability. DDS Diamond Design Studios imports diamonds directly from the cutting factories, circumventing the middle men, and passing on the savings to our […]
Coloured diamonds are some of the most valued and sought-after gems in the world today. Arguably the most popular of these are the very famous Natural Pink Diamonds. These range in colour intensity from P7s and P8s, being the lightest pink, through to the P1 which constitutes a vivid, intense pink, tending towards red. Pink […]
The question of how to buy a diamond can be daunting and challenging when you are treading new ground. The first thing to do when looking for a diamond is work out your approximate budget. Another way to decide on a diamond is to look at the actual stone sizes and work out what you […]
When taking on a decision like buying an Engagement Ring there are a few important things to consider before making such an investment. Here are some tips to make your mission easier…. STYLE Focus on your partner’s style and suss out what they wear. Do they cover themselves in bling from head-to-toe? Do they swoon […]
All jewellery looks good when it’s new, under nice lights and when you see it at arm’s length. But what are the main differences between quality jewellery and the rest, and how can you tell? It is difficult to tell a quality handmade ring from a cast ring when you are looking in a showcase, […]
A March wedding which is worthy of its very own Academy Award for best costume design and creativity …. And if there was an award for love in the air then they would have won that also. We send a huge congratulations to Juan and Michael recently joined for life under a beautiful March sky […]