engagement rings
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September 28, 2020
The first day of Autumn has come and gone, and as the seasons shift from summer to fall, you may find your mind shifting, too. Maybe you’re thinking about making a change in your life, about opening another chapter in your life’s story. A proposal is a huge moment in anyone’s life, and the perfect ring only makes that big moment that much more special. Diamonds may be the traditional choice for an engagement ring, but sapphires are beginning to become a popular and relevant choice as well. Sapphires are a naturally durable stone, making this a wonderful stone for daily jewelry wear. Resistant to scratching and chipping, a sapphire is perfect for an active individual who values beautiful jewelry and insists on having the best of both worlds. ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , gemstones , sapphires , birthstones , gemstone information , wedding traditions -
August 31, 2020
Maybe you’re looking for a special gift to surprise someone you love. Or maybe the six months of COVID-19 stay-at-home orders have brought you and your partner closer. Maybe spending all of this time together has made you realize that you’re ready for forever. Now you’re wondering, what’s the next step? A proposal. It could be in the privacy of your own home, socially distanced with friends and family, or at your favorite outdoor spot. What will you wear? How will you ask? There are so many little details that make up the proposal, but only one that will seal the deal: the diamond. By now, you’ve scoured Pinterest boards looking for hints and tips, and you are probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. That’s where we come in. Here at Day’s Jewelers, we’ve been diamond professionals since 1914. No matter the design or price point, we’re here to help. We carry hand selected Fore ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , wedding day , wedding ideas , diamond , information about , gemstone information , forevermark diamonds , forevermark , forevermark de beers -
August 17, 2020
If you’re thinking about getting engaged, we’ve got your back. Introducing the latest addition to the Day’s Jewelers bridal collection: Fana. These delicate jewels are the perfect starting point for that custom ring you’ve always dreamed of, creating a gorgeous first chapter of your love story. ...Read more »This entry was posted in: wedding band tips , wedding bands , engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , wedding , diamond , information about , wedding traditions , designer jewelry -
July 20, 2020Diamonds have become a staple of the engagement process since their launch in 1477! Since Archduke Maximillian of Austria commissioned what is now considered the first diamond engagement ring way back in 1477, the gesture became trendy, evolving even further with the De Beers A Diamond is Forever campaign that launched in 1947. ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , wedding planning , gemstones , diamond , wedding traditions , salt and pepper diamonds
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July 13, 2020It’s been an odd year for all of us. Concerts have been canceled, sporting events postponed, even major life events put on hold. Even the U.S. tax deadline has been extended (to July 15, so if you haven’t filed yet, get those taxes submitted!) And like everything else this year, some tax returns have been delayed, which has given plenty of people more time to think about what to spend that return on. If you haven’t considered it already, invest in jewelry! From buying quality pieces that become heirlooms to investing in ever-changing gold to creating a special surprise moment in life, investing in jewelry can bring a multitude of benefits. Let’s take a closer look at some great reasons to consider ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , gemstones , information about , Day's Jewelers
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June 03, 2020Celebrate a June birthday with a magic trick: color-changing alexandrite. This exquisite gemstone was first discovered in Russia in the 1830s, and was named for Russia’s czar Alexander. ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , gemstones , birthstones , information about , june birthstone , alexandrite
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January 20, 2020
At Day’s, we love classic style and bold taste. That’s why our January Style Icons are Kate Middleton and David Bowie. Kate’s known across the world as a stylish and sophisticated Duchess. David shook the world of music, becoming an influence to hundreds of musicians with both his wide range of musical talent and artistic fashion sense. As the start of a brand new year as well as a brand new decade, January 2020 is the perfect time to celebrate the uniqueness of these icons with some great pieces to add to your collection. Kate Middleton’s Love of Classic Style Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year is Classic Blue, and no icon better embodies this color than Kate Middleton. Kate’s engagement to Prince William in October of 2010 shook the tabloids, with her enchanting blue sapphire engagement ring. The ring on ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , gemstones , information about , jewelry trends , trends , day's style icons -
December 06, 2019Considering a romantic holiday proposal this winter? A colored gemstone engagement ring may be a great option for someone looking for something different, and these stones often make affordable alternatives to diamonds. Day's can help you create the ring of your dreams by combining a mounting with a loose colored gemstone of your choice, or select a finished ring from our in-house collection. Keep a few things in mind when you're shopping for a colored gemstone engagement ring: The “wear-ability” of the stone is crucial. Center stones that are recommended as engagement rings should have a hardness of 7.5 or higher on the Mohs scale. This includes: Sapphires or rubies. Corundum has a hardness of 9.0 and is the hardest of all colored gemstones. Sapphires are a great option as they come in a variety of colors, including blues (in various hues), blue/green, pink, purple, green, yellow, and peach/orange. ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , wedding planning , wedding ideas , winter wedding , wedding , gemstones , sapphires , rubies , information about , gemstone information , gemstone facts , Day's Jewelers , maine jewelers , 2020 trends , engagement ring trends
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December 02, 2019
December is officially here, and with it, Christmas decorations have sprung into place. Sparkling lights deck the halls, glittering in a rainbow of colors. Like these warm rainbow Christmas lights, colored gemstones add a dizzying array of colors, shades, and sparkles to a jewelry collection. From the rich, passionate reds of ruby and garnet to the somber, sultry cool blues of sapphire and tanzanite, colored gemstone jewelry makes the perfect gift for anyone, no matter what their favorite color is. A Vibrant Engagement Say you’re thinking about proposing, or you have a special wedding anniversary coming up. Colorless diamonds have been the traditional choice for engagement rings for years, but colored gemstones a ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , winter wedding , gemstones , colored diamonds , colored gemstones -
November 11, 2019The Christmas season is upon us. As the holidays begin their fast approach, perhaps engagement has made itself at home in your mind. After all, a promise of marriage is one of the best holiday gifts to receive as well as give. An average of 14 percent of individuals get engaged in December, especially around the holidays. In 2018, proposals during the winter months (December through March) happened an incredible 36 percent of the year, versus 33 percent in 2017. Holiday engagements in 2018 nearly doubled versus 2017- 28 percent in 2018 compared to 12 percent in 2017. The data seems to show that winter holidays are the perfect time for a proposal, and you may agree. At this time of year when proposals are such prominent staples of social media, Day’s Jewelers is here to present some expectations w ...Read more »This entry was posted in: engagement rings , diamond engagement ring , wedding day , winter wedding , wedding , diamond , information about , Day's Jewelers , Jewelers in Maine , maine jewelers , forevermark diamonds , how to propose , engagement ideas
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