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Celebrity Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Rings

By on October 31, 2017

With a glamour and vintage-inspired sophistication all it’s own, engagement rings featuring cushion cut diamonds are quickly becoming the go-to favorite engagement ring stone for fashionable celebrities, legendary jewelry making designers, and modern brides-to-be all the same. Also sometimes called “pillow-cut” stones, cushion-shaped diamonds are a great way to bring an amazing level of natural diamond fire and shine, while also maintaining a regal sense of vintage-inspired sentimentality and glow.

Seen on the hand of A-List celebs like Kim Kardashian, Chrissy Teigen, and more, the cushion cut craze is nowhere near stopping. So, to help our PJD readers get that A-List look without breaking the bank, here are three of our very favorite celeb rings and their more affordable counterparts. Enjoy!

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An Engaging Engagement

By on October 17, 2017

Oh no! You want to propose to your favorite lady in the world — you’ve got the venue ready, you’ve got the ideal place to pop the question, and heck, you’ve even got a camera person ready! But you don’t have the ring yet! You might think you can push that to the last minute, but you’re sadly mistaken if you think a lady won’t notice that her ring, her one-and-only engagement ring, was picked without enough care and attention.

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Michael M’s Winter Wonderland of Fashion

By on September 28, 2017

It’s soon to be the most wonderful time of the year! And with festivals like Christmas, Diwali, Hanukkah, and even Chinese New Year (it’s February 16th in 2018), coming to ring in the winter months, there’s no better way to celebrate winter than with some new styles from Michael M that invoke the unique qualities that people love in the three chilliest months in the year.

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Michael M Side Stone Engagement Rings

By on August 17, 2017
Glamorous Bride

No one does glamorous like Michael M. Here at PJD it’s obvious we are endlessly fascinated with engagement rings and while we know that all diamond engagement rings have their merits, when it comes to glamour, no one does engagement rings like Michael M. Michael M engagement rings are truly second to none when it comes to diamond-adorned flashy, glitzy, elegant rings.

Since we recently talked about rose gold and gemstone engagement rings, we thought it would be a good time to revisit one of our old favorites, side stone engagement rings. Glamorous gals prepare to fall in love with three of Michael M’s most captivating side stone engagement rings!

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Movie Premiere Red Carpet Looks With Michael M

By on July 13, 2017

As young girls we loved to look at pictures or videos from film premieres and dream of one day getting all dolled up for the red carpet, photographers, and nonchalant greetings with Hollywood’s greatest stars. Now, achieving those glamorous looks isn’t as hard as it once seemed. While getting press to drown you in flashing lights is still not a complete reality, as curious, strong women we can wear what we want when we want, and with a little help from the internet, we really get to shop for all the latest looks and jewelry pieces that we dreamed of.

Check out some recent red carpet looks featuring some of our favorite film stars and the Michael M designer fine jewelry items that we thought embody those looks.

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Guide to Three Stone Engagement Rings

By on October 18, 2016

Renowned for its subtle sophistication and gleaming diamonds, three stone style engagement rings  are one today’s most popular engagement ring choices. Also called trinity or trilogy rings, three stone engagement rings are can be identified by their three, similarly sized, sparkling diamonds. Meant to symbolize a couple’s shared “past, present, and future”, three stone engagement rings are a loving and romantic start to any marriage.

To help find the perfect three stone ring, here is some information, advantages, and a little bit of history about the timeless three stone engagement ring.

(Also! Check out the first entry in our guide about popular engagement rings, “Guide to Halo Style Rings”!)

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Changing Styles, Changing Meanings:

Appearing around the turn of the 20th century, three stone engagement rings were a unique combination of Edwardian bridal styles and innovative Art Nouveau designs..

Throughout the years, three diamond rings have come to signify different things. In the early 1900’s, the three diamonds signified, amongst Christians, “the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost”. Later they came to have a more secular meaning, “mother, father, and child” or “friendship, love, and fidelity”. At this time, three stone rings became popular gifts for couples celebrating a 3rd or 30th anniversary.

Moving to the present day, three stone engagement rings have come to signify the collective “past, present, and future” of a couple. Also, it’s not uncommon for three stone rings to display the birthstone of the wearer, their significant other, or children.

Three Stone Engagement Rings Today:

Three stone engagement rings today are as popular as ever. Celebrities like Madonna, Nicole Kidman, Halle Berry, Jessica Simpson, and others, have been spotted wearing big red-carpet ready three stone engagement rings. For those of us without A-list budgets, contemporary bridal jewelry designers including, Tacori, Hearts on Fire, Michael M, and others, have entire collections comprised of brilliant three stone rings.

Tacori Three Stone Engagement Rings

Advantages of Three Stone Engagement Rings:

In addition to the timeless design of three stone rings, there are some major advantages to picking a three stone ring:

  1. Firstly, because of the brilliant diamonds that flank the center stone, three stone rings are an affordable way to get a bright and shining ring. This allows for a larger diamond sparkle without breaking the bank or sacrificing total diamond weight.
  1. Additionally, three stone engagement rings are incredibly versatile. They are available in an array of center and side diamonds, in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.
  1. Also, three stone engagement rings are ideal for brides-to-be who have a vintage sense of style. Three stone rings are available in an array of immaculately constructed designs. All of which feature some of the most intricate and sophisticated detailing available.

Michael M - Three Stone Engagement Rings

Two Easy Tips for Finding the Perfect Three Stone Engagement Ring:

If you’re anything like me, the world of jewelry can seem large or intimidating. Luckily, here’s a few easy-to-follow tips that, sure to help you find the ideal three stone ring for your future bride.

Tip #1: Do your research!

Before heading into your local fine jewelry retailer, take time to explore the retailer’s website. Take note of which three stone ring styles, designers, and center diamond shapes seem most appealing.

Tip #2: Head to your trusted local jewelry retailer!

Once you’ve got an idea of what kind of three stone ring you’re looking for, head to your local fine jewelry retailer. While it may seem more simple to buy a ring online, buying online can be incredibly risky. There’s no guarantee that what you’re getting is what you think.

The staff at these jewelry retailers are specially trained to assist you with finding the perfect ring. Something that online stores just aren’t able to do. (Including our editor’s hometown fave, Moyer Fine Jewelers!)

Show us yours!

We want to see your three stone engagement ring! Post on our Facebook, our Twitter, or tag us on Instagram! Show us your favorite three stone engagement ring!

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