How to Coordinate Your Jewelry with Your Personal Style
Having trouble figuring out the best way to coordinate your jewelry with your personal style? You may not have even thought about how to coordinate jewelry but suddenly you've got the perfect outfit and now you need to pick out the right jewelry to make it truly...
The History and Symbolism of Pearl Jewelry
Pearls have been beloved in both classic and modern times because of their deep and lustrous beauty. Unlike most gemstones dug from the earth, pearls come from the sea. Also, unlike their earthy gemstone counterparts, they also don't need to be specially polished or...
The Most Popular Engagement Ring Settings
Two of the most important "facets" of your engagement ring are the cut of the diamond (or other gemstone) and the setting of the ring itself. Many women already have an idea of what they consider the "perfect" engagement ring stone, but the setting is a decision that...
Anniversary Gemstone Gift Ideas
Wedding anniversaries are treasured milestones in life that deserve to be celebrated! Whether you're celebrating a monumental year like your 50th anniversary or you're just starting out on the road to marital bliss, take a look at our anniversary stones by year guide...
How to Stack Bracelets
Rings and necklaces aren't the only things that can be layered! Stacked bracelets are not only trending, but you can also customize them to achieve a uniquely bold and personalized look! In this post, we'll share our favorite tips for how to stack bracelets to create...
Types Of Jewelry Clasps
What types of jewelry clasps are the strongest? Which are the easiest to attach and detach? In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the many different types of jewelry clasps available and how to choose the right one for your jewelry design. The Spring Ring Clasp...
Tips for Traveling With Your Jewelry
Traveling with jewelry can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, you want to look your best in each and every of the thousands of photos you'll be taking. On the other hand, you don't want to catch the attention of thieves and pickpockets. So how can you travel safely...
The Best Proposal Spots in New Orleans
New Orleans is one of those cities that enchants everyone who visits it. Whether you love food, nature, culture or all of the above, there really is something for everyone. And when it comes to the perfect place to say "I do" in New Orleans, you've got a lot of...
Princess Cut vs. Cushion Cut: How to Decide?
When shopping for a diamond engagement ring, one of the first major choices you'll need to make is deciding on the cut of the diamond. Although round diamonds are always popular, many couples are electing for more elaborate, fancier cuts. Two such cuts are the...
Learn About Stackable Rings
It's one of the biggest jewelry fashion trends of 2022 and it's catching on like wildfire: Stackable Rings. Stackable rings have been around for a while but are only just recently stepping back into the spotlight. As their name implies, stackable rings are simple...
Vintage Jewelry Guide: Historic Eras and Antique Diamond Cuts
There’s something to be said about the allure of tradition and history. Antique diamond cuts are one such fascinating area. One of the most remarkable traits of antique cut diamonds is that they don’t have the same sparkle and shine as more modern cuts – but therein...
The 5 Best Celebrity Engagement Rings Of All Time
According to the tabloids, celebrity relationships may come and go, but our minds are still fixated on the immense beauty and style of these celebrities’ engagement rings. Here are five of the most memorable. Hailey Baldwin Bieber Sporting a magnificent oval diamond...
Your Guide To Caring For Gemstone Rings
Has your gemstone ring lost its luster? Want to care for it but not sure how? At Valobra Master Jewelers, our gemstone artisans and master jewelers have helped to clean and care for countless gemstone rings. Here’s what we recommend to all of our new customers for...
10 Fun Facts About Diamonds
Diamonds are like fingerprints – no two are alike! And diamonds themselves are old – almost as old as the Earth itself! When you wear a diamond, not only are you wearing a unique piece of jewelry that is truly unlike any other, but you’re also carrying a piece of the...
Our Favorite Non-Diamond Engagement Rings
Although diamond engagement rings are an ever-popular choice for the bride-to-be, we understand that other precious stones may have found their way into your heart and you’re looking for an alternative to a diamond engagement ring. The good news is that it’s 2022, and...