engagement rings

Diamonds 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. ...

It’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 ...

Celebrate 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.   ...

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 ...

Considering 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. ...

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 ...

The 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 ...

When one thinks of royalty, one thinks of sapphires. These magnificent blue gems have long been a favorite of royals and even steals the show in Princess Diana’s engagement ring. But the beautiful rich blues that are most commonly associated with sapphires aren’t the only shade these gems come in. Sapphires are available in a rainbow of colors- pinks, reds, oranges, yellows, greens, the ever-popular blues, and purples, and each color comes in various hues and tones. The range of sapphire colors means there’s a sha ...

Getting ready to walk down the aisle? Be sure to come to one of Day’s Jewelers Wedding Band Events to explore all of the amazing options for fabulous wedding bands, bridal jewelry, and gifts. Taking place April 6th and 7th in South Portland, ME, and April 27th and 28th in Manchester, NH, the weekend will offer 20% off the purchase of wedding bands as well as giving you the most comprehensive look at what the top bridal designers have to offer. Day’s is committed to having plenty of staff on hand to make this process as easy as possible as you explore the best selection you will have in the store at any one time.  Enjoy cock ...

Finding the perfect partner was a journey, now planning how to pop the question is the next step. Picking out the ring that is just right and making sure it fits properly can be difficult, but you’re in luck. I have some great tips on how to find the ring and size the ring discretely, so you can pull off the wonderful surprise! Finding the Ring What is Their Style? One of the biggest suggestions to finding the perfect ring is to look to your partner's style. What do they like wearing for jewelry? Is it simple or more dramatic? Simple meaning a pair of stud diamond earrings and an occasional necklace or bracelet. If they tend to go the more simplistic route picking a Forevermark Solitaire ring may be the perfect fit. Consider the following choices for a classic ring that will accentuate their  ...