We’re bringing a little March Madness to Studio City with our in-house specials and discounts. At the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, we know that purchasing a diamond can be intimidating. With all of the variation in pricing quality and appearance, it can be hard to know which way to go. Here’s a tip from industry experts: If you could only learn one thing about diamonds – make sure that one thing is the diamond hunting baseline called “The Four C’s.”
The Four C’s stand for Cut, Color, Clarity and Carat. These are the bottom line basics that determine the value and the beauty of any diamond. But, here at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery, we say that there is a Fifth C – maybe the most important one – Cost. Here, we offer you one of the largest selections of certified diamonds in L.A. — and we do it for 50-75% below retail daily.
But, right now, you can save even more with our limited time, in-house March Madness Specials. We’re helping all of our clients get ready for “the big dance” and all those marquis Spring and Summer events with bold new showcase designs and even bigger store wide March Madness deals and discounts like this one: Get a 2 carat round brilliant cut diamond solitaire, appraised at the lab for more than $10,000 for just $3,800. Ask us about it!
Why pay more than you have to? Get REAL DIAMONDS, REAL AFFORDABLE at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City. Call us at 818-982-4444, or visit diamondandjewelrygallery.com, located at 12456 Ventura Blvd., Studio City (at the corner of Whitsett and Ventura). Free parking available for your convenience.
No matter the season – the soaring, sun-soaked skies of Summer or the brisk and oh so chilly breezes of Fall and Winter – it’s always proposal time for someone somewhere. So, today, we look at another of this year’s most popular engagement ring trends: “The Colored Stone Ring.”
Just as multi-stone, rose gold and band-like engagement rings are currently trending, fine jewelers are also experiencing growing requests for colored stones in place of the classic Diamond center stone. To follow this trend, consider choosing your birthstone as your center stone, or opt for vivid, deeply hued stones like Sapphires, Emeralds, Tourmalines or Rubies.
You can play with the colored center stone trend by choosing your favorite gem and then accenting it with Diamond halos or side stones to set off its richness and intensity. Or, you can play it a bit more safely by choosing a beautiful Diamond as your center stone and then accenting it with your birthstone or other colorful gems as side stones or a decorative halo. Fancy Yellow Diamonds are also an elegant and timeless way to try this trend.
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No matter your choice for an engagement ring, the point is to find – or design – something that you truly love. With an experienced custom designer to assist you, you can confidently buck tradition knowing that your finished ring will be a beautiful masterpiece that’s just as unique as you are.
If you’re currently in the market for your dream engagement ring, consider visiting the experts at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, voted “Favorite Jewelry Store” with 50-75% off retail pricing daily and customer referrals as their number one form of business. For a limited time, the store is featuring an unbeatable special with a free matching wedding band along with every diamond engagement ring purchase. Find them at 818-982-4444; or visit diamondandjewelrygallery.com.
-T.O.
It’s engagement season! That means that we’re once again seeing happy couples excitedly shopping for engagement rings together as well as expectant brides-to-be dropping not so subtle hints to nervous grooms from the sidelines.
One thing to remember is that an engagement ring is much more than expensive eye candy, it’s both a symbol of your commitment and an expression of your personal style. If you’re lucky enough to be engagement ring shopping right now – and adventurous enough to be looking for something different – consider trying on one of 2018’s hottest engagement ring trends. It’s called the East/West Setting – and it’s literally a new “twist” on more traditional diamond stone settings.
With the East/West Setting, you go just a little “Feng Shui” and shake things up by flipping your diamond horizontally, so that its ends are facing out in an East/West position, instead of the more traditional North/South diamond settings. It’s unique enough to make admirers of your ring take a second and third look, but elegant enough to ensure that your ring is timeless and classic.
What diamond cuts look the best with an East/West setting? The look works best with the stunning emerald cut diamond as well as elegant oval cuts. Both look amazing when flipped onto their side; particularly when paired with a super trendy rose gold band, or the more traditional platinum, white and yellow gold options. The East/West setting is a look that is all at once romantic, timeless and different – like the love you are celebrating.
If you’re shopping for your dream engagement ring, consider visiting the experts at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, voted “Favorite Jewelry Store” with 50-75% off retail pricing every day and customer referrals as their number one form of business. For a limited time, the store is featuring an unbeatable special with a free matching wedding band along with every diamond engagement ring purchase. Find them at 818-982-4444; or visit diamondandjewelrygallery.com.
Since the perfect proposal begins with the perfect ring, the fear of choosing the wrong engagement ring can be debilitating. While you may find the exact engagement ring that you’re looking for displayed in a showcase, opt for custom design if you want to have a surefire confidence that your intended will love the ring you present! With custom design, you’re more in control of both the original concept as well as the finished product. It’s also a way to ensure that the ring you present reflects the uniqueness of your loved one and the bond you share together.
GET THE DETAILS: Having an idea of what your intended likes ensures that you create a ring that will be pleasing no matter your budget range. Have you been given any hints about the diamond shape, setting, metal type and carat size that would make the perfect ring? If so, listen; because you are now equipped with one of the most important “Honey-Do” lists you will ever have.
Knowing what you want will also make your meeting with a jeweler more productive. It’s not absolutely necessary, but, if possible, bring in a picture or drawing of your desired ring. Remember what they say: “A picture is worth a thousand words.”Because the ultimate goal is to create a ring that she loves, other than getting a “No” when you pop-the-question, there’s nothing quite as bad for you and for her as presenting a bad ring that will never get worn.
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GET THE LANGUAGE DOWN: Before beginning your engagement ring journey, be sure to familiarize yourself with the “Four C-s”(Carat, Cut, Color and Clarity). These are the absolute diamond basics that every shopper should know. Set aside a bit of time to do your “Four C’s” research BEFORE heading out to make your ring purchase. And, consider this; there’s also a “Fifth C” Coined by the experts at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, the “Fifth C” stands for Cost. Here’s where that comes in…
GET THE BEST FOR YOUR BUDGET: Cost will naturally be more of an issue for some than others. If budget and cost figure very heavily into your plan, then consider opting for a higher quality diamond that may be smaller in carat size but is of a higher quality. You can always up-size the diamond later; and, a quality diamond will be worth more when you’re ready to trade up. An expert jeweler can advise you on choosing the highest quality diamond that fits within your budget range. Another good idea – whether or not you have budget constraints – is to work with a jeweler who is also a direct diamond importer. Doing this ensures that you are not paying extra money for the scouting services of a middleman.
GET TO KNOW A DIAMOND GUY: The engagement ring purchase is one of the most important investments you will make. Choosing the right jeweler will make all the difference in the impact that your ring will have. The right jeweler will not only help you to create the best and highest quality ring for the budget that you indicate, but, also, he or she will include you in every step of the design process – even presenting you with a wax model of your desired ring before setting the stones or casting it in the metal of your choice. This “no-surprises” step in the custom design process ensures your satisfaction with the final outcome of the ring – thus boosting your pre-proposal confidence.
One smart and highly-reviewed choice is the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, voted “Favorite Jewelry Store” by the L.A. Daily News. In business as direct diamond importers for more than 40 years, and with customer referrals as their number one form of business, they offer one of L.A’s largest selections of certified EGL and GIA diamonds with discounts at 50-75% below retail daily.
Known as the “engagement ring superstore,” the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City’s showcases offer you 1000s of stunning choices. Plus, the store specializes in custom designed rings and is also the exclusive home of the Johnny N Signature Designer Line. Most importantly, they’ve developed a reputation for walking their customers through the step-by-step process of creating the perfect engagement ring at prices affordable to every budget. You’ll find them in the heart of Studio City’s beautiful red carpet district at 12456 Ventura Boulevard (corner of Ventura and Whitsett). For info, contact them at 818-982-4444, or diamondandjewelrygallery.com.
FINALLY…GET THE YES! Having the perfect ring for the perfect partner will allow you to propose with confidence — the final step in getting the “YES” that you want to hear!
Preparing for a proposal can be a nail biting experience; especially when it comes to selecting the much anticipated engagement ring. Since the perfect proposal begins with the perfect ring, you can avoid some of the pressure by getting a plan together. Here’s the “Ultimate Engagement Ring Checklist” to get you started…
#1. GET AN IDEA: Have you been given any hints about the diamond shape, metal and carat size that would make the perfect ring? If so, listen; because you are now equipped with one of the most important “Honey-Do” lists you will ever have. Having an idea of what your intended likes ensures that you purchase a ring that will be pleasing no matter you budget range. It also makes your meeting with a jeweler more productive. You may also want to ask close friends or family members if they have any ideas about the type of ring desired. It’s not absolutely necessary, but, if possible, bring a picture or drawing of your desired ring. Remember what they say: “A picture is worth a thousand words.” A good one may also save you a thousand headaches if it helps you avoid giving a ring that never gets worn.
#2. GET THE 411: Familiarize yourself with the “Four C-s,” the diamond basics every engagement ring shopper should know below.
-Carat: The “carat” refers to the actual weight and dimensions of an individual diamond. Simply put, a carat speaks to how “big” the diamond is. Each individual diamond, depending on its cut, color, and clarity, will be priced differently per carat. For example, a smaller stone of higher quality may cost the same as a bigger stone of lesser quality.
-Cut: The cut refers to – not to the shape of the diamond – but to how the diamond is trimmed and formed from within its original shape. The cut determines the dazzle and brilliance your diamond. When cut properly, your diamond will sparkle and shine for a lifetime. There are many traditional cut diamonds, with round brilliant most popular one. Other basic cuts are Pear, Princess, Heart, Oval, Marquise, and Emerald.
-Color: Diamond “color” refers to the actual tint within the color of the diamond. Colors come in a range of beautiful options, from “colorless” and “near colorless” to what are termed as “fancy color” diamonds. Color is determined along a “D” to “Z” tint range. The often sought after “colorless” diamonds start the scale at “D;” and “Z” diamonds indicate a pale yellow or brown tint. Colorless diamonds are often the most desired and are on the higher end of the price scale.
-Clarity: A diamond with a lesser degree of flaws will be more valuable than one with more obvious imperfections. If the flaws (or inclusions) are difficult to locate, the stones are graded VS , which stands for very slight inclusions. If they are easy to locate under magnification, the stone is graded SI clarity or slight inclusions.
Did you know there is also a Fifth C?” Coined by the experts at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, the “Fifth C” stands for cost. And, here’s where that comes in…
#3. GET A BUDGET: Size matters if budget and cost figure very heavily into your plan. If that’s the case, opt for a higher quality diamond that may be smaller in carat size but is of a higher quality when it comes to the clarity and color. You can always upsize the diamond later and it will be worth more when the time comes to sell it or trade it in toward a larger diamond. An expert jeweler can advise you on choosing the highest quality diamond within your budget range.
#4. GET THE DETAILS: Paying attention to details will make all the difference in the ultimate look of your ring.
-Metals: The most popular choices are white gold, yellow gold or platinum. Currently white gold and platinum are the most popular, but rose gold is trending, quickly becoming a favorite choice for many. When in doubt, ask; or pay attention to the other jewelry your intended wears most often and choose the metal in accordance with that.
-Settings: Almost every engagement ring you find features some variation of two popular settings to hold the center stone in place. The most common setting is the prong setting, which uses thin metal prongs that move from the ring base to the top edges of the diamond center stone to hold it in place. Another popular one is the bezel setting, which safely encircles the center stone in a metal rim. Choosing between the two – or from the many other setting options – will determine the look and profile of your ring.
-Side Stones or Halo: Side stones refer to the smaller diamonds situated on either side of your center stone. Popular choices are 3-stone and 5-stone rings. A Halo is an accentuating row or “halo” of small diamonds that surround your selected center stone. Rings with halo detailing can make your selected center stone seem much larger.
Lastly – and this one has everything to do with the experience you will have…
#5. GET A DIAMOND GUY: Buy your ring from a trusted and reputable jeweler with a proven track record for excellence. Read reviews, see what others are saying about their shopping experience. Work with a jeweler who is also a direct diamond importer which ensures that you are not paying extra money for the scouting services of a middleman. No matter what your budget, the engagement ring purchase is one of the most important investments you will make. Choosing the right jeweler, or “diamond guy” will make all the difference in the impact that your ring will have when you present it.
The smart and highly-reviewed choice is the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City, voted “Favorite Jewelry Store” by the L.A. Daily News. In business as direct diamond importers for more than 40 years, and with customer referrals as their number one form of business, they offer one of L.A’s largest selections of certified EGL and GIA diamonds with discounts often at 50-75% below retail. Known as the “engagement ring superstore,” the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery Studio City showcases offer 1000s of stunning choices. The store specializes in custom designed rings and is also the exclusive home of the Johnny N Signature Designer Line of engagement rings and fine jewelry. Most importantly, they’ve developed a reputation for walking their customers through the step-by-step process of creating the perfect engagement ring at the most affordable price. You’ll find them in the heart of Studio City’s beautiful red carpet district at 12456 Ventura Blvd. For info, contact them at 818-982-4444, or diamondandjewlerygallery.com. Watch the video from a recent engagement ring shopper who visited their store.
#6. GET THE “YES!” With this “Ultimate Engagement Ring Checklist,” you’re well equipped to create a dream engagement ring. Now, all you’ve got to do is come up with a brilliant plan for a proposal that gets you the “YES” and goes viral when you release your social media video. No pressure at all. -TLO
Try Custom Design by “Johnny N” For Your Valentine!
You don’t need a reason to buy great jewelry; but, how about this? Valentine’s Day is just a few weeks away! And if you’re looking for an unexpected Valentine’s Day gift, consider the extra special touch of giving an exquisite piece of custom designed piece of jewelry!
What better way to surprise the special someone in your life than with fine jewelry specially designed honor their style, aesthetic and personality? Visit the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery and we’ll help you create a one-of-a-kind-piece that will do just that while also showcasing your unique love story.
Give The Uncommon Gift
The list of traditional Valentine’s Day gifts are many: candy, flowers, jewelry, perfume and more. And while jewelry certainly makes the list, you can break through the mold with a piece of custom designed jewelry that will truly be a one-of-a kind gift – and something that no one else could possibly have.
At the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery, we’ll make it easy. You dream it; we create it. All you have to do to start the process is bring a picture, drawing or even just a simple idea to start the process. When you do, you’ll meet Master Jeweler “Johnny N,” creator of the signature “Johnny N” Designer Line. “Johnny N” has been creating custom design masterpieces for more than 40 years.
Great Custom Design Ideas
-Make an Unforgettable Proposal: When it comes to proposals, you only get one chance to make a first impression. Create a custom engagement ring to make your proposal an unforgettable one.
-Highlight Your Commitment: Design a special wedding ring or anniversary band to honor your love and commitment.
-Celebrate a Birthday: We can make stunning necklaces, bracelets, rings or earrings with your loved one’s sparkling birthstone featured center stage.
-Leave Your Mark: Create a custom piece with an engraving to commemorate a special occasion or milestone.
-Make a Set: Create a gold, platinum, diamond or colored stone piece to match another piece of jewelry. For example, we can design a masterpiece emerald necklace to match perfectly with an existing pair of emerald earrings.
-Upsize It: Surprise someone with an upgraded, larger or higher quality diamond ring with updated custom flair.
-Repurpose It: Take inherited jewelry and have it created into a stunning piece that reflects the modern jewelry aesthetic.
Is Custom Design Too Pricey and Complicated?
You might expect to pay more for custom design. However, at the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery, but because we design and create in-house, we are able to create your custom design prices at the same “best in L.A.” prices as our showroom jewelry at 50-75% below retail.
You dream the vision and we’ll make it happen in two weeks or less. Give us approximately 10 days to see your custom piece come alive from dream to reality.
There’s still enough time to create your one-of-a-kind masterpiece before Valentine’s Day! To get started, visit us at 12456 Ventura Boulevard in Studio City, CA (corner of Whitsett); or call 818-982-4411.
Still need a few ideas? Visit diamondandjewelrygallery.com and watch this Customer Review Video of one customer’s custom design experience with “Johnny N” to get started. –T.O.
If you’re popping the question this Valentine’s Day or sometime soon, remember one thing: the perfect proposal begins with the perfect ring!
You can find it, or create it at L.A. best diamond store, the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery in Studio City, CA. We offer one of the largest selections of gold and platinum diamond engagement rings and wedding and anniversary bands anywhere.
The Perfect Diamond for the Perfect Ring
The perfect ring begins with the perfect diamond. As L.A.’s number one diamond source, we are direct diamond importers, sourcing one-of-a-kind diamonds and gems from trusted factories in Israel, Antwerp and other cutting factories around the world. The Diamond and Jewelry Gallery is the most trusted source for your diamond and fine jewelry purchases.
No matter what your budget, Diamond & Jewelry Gallery Founder “Johnny N” will help you select the perfect gem, often at 50-75% below retail.
Our global relationships with premiere cutting factories allow us to consistently offer the largest selection of loose diamonds in all shapes and sizes up to 20 carats. If we don’t already have it, our participation in a global network of diamond clubs ensures that we can find it for you. Plus, our diamonds and gemstones are certified and guaranteed to be “Conflict Free.”
See How Johnny N Helps A Customer Design The Perfect Ring
You don’t have to take our word for it. Watch this spontaneous Customer Review & Video Testimonial to see how Johnny N helped one happy guy create the perfect engagement ring to star in his once in a lifetime proposal.
Customer Review / Video Testimonial:
Watch How This Guy Created The Perfect Engagement Ring…
-T.O.
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Or Call 818-982-4411
You can shine this New Year with the addition of dazzling, one-of-a-kind fine jewelry. You’ll find an amazing selection of stunning pieces at the “January Clearance Sale” at Studio City’s Diamond and Jewelry Gallery – direct diamond importers and L.A.’s best diamond source. And, as our *bonus to you, receive a pair of sparkling diamond stud earrings when you spend $500 or more!
Visit our beautiful showroom to view L.A.’s best selection of gold and platinum engagement rings, wedding and anniversary bands, bracelets, necklaces, watches, brooches and more. And for a limited time, pick up the highest quality fine jewelry for 50-75% below retail.
More About The Diamond and Jewelry Gallery
At the Diamond and Jewelry Gallery, we see fine jewelry as fine art. Our certified jewelers have been creating one-of-a-kind, custom masterpieces worthy of display for more than 40 years.
Plus, our commitment to high-end customer service is outshined only by the sparkle of our highest quality GIA & EGL diamonds – one of the largest selections anywhere. This – and our dedication to detail and museum quality design – garnered us top honors as we were “Voted # 1 Jeweler” by the Los Angeles Daily News.
Find us at 12456 Ventura Boulevard in beautiful Studio City, CA (corner of Ventura and Whitsett). Or, simply call 818-982-4411 or visit diamondandjewelrygallery.com.
