Shopping for a diamond is not what it used to be. As technology impacts the consumer world, diamond buyers are looking for more: more information, more accuracy, more transparency, and more engagement.

When it comes to diamonds, the focus has mostly been on women in modern times. Diamonds, after all, are a girl’s best friend. Once reserved for royalty and the wealthy, the diamond ring has been the symbol of a man’s love for a woman in mainstream society for over half a century. However, with changing social mores, and particularly[…]

It’s Spectrum time again, all the latest diamond industry news and trends from the world of diamonds, jewelry and technology. This edition, we’ve got a world-record-breaking diamond, the best Instagram jewelry accounts according to the New York Times, and a very unexpected use for diamond dust. Plus, see what happens when Apple’s[…]

What are the words that come to mind when you think of diamonds?

Did you know that this year, Sarine Technologies is celebrating its 30th birthday?

It’s nearly the end of October, and that means the retail world is gearing up for the biggest consumer sales period of the year. “Holiday season”, as it’s known, stretches from Halloween on October 31, through New Year’s, and represents the largest sales across a wide range of consumer products.

If you are new to the online retailing scene, then getting your e-commerce jewelry business ahead can involve a lot of dedication, time, and work. Trying to figure out what is best for your e-commerce dream, searching online for the answers, or paying out excessive amounts of cash to professionals may not the ideal path for your[…]

Not a month goes by without diamond industry news that involves the new trend of lab grown diamonds. In this month’s SPECTRUM, read an original take on De Beers’ move to lab grown, in an article featured on Quartzy. We’re also going big on the bling with a tweet from CNN about the world’s most expensive shoes, adorned with diamonds[…]

The Jeweler of Place Vendôme: How Frédéric Boucheron Got His Start

Frédéric Boucheron always knew he wanted to be a jeweler. He was born in 1830 to a family of French clothiers, and at a young age he apprenticed himself under jeweler Jules Chaise. By the age of 14, he had completed his apprenticeship and began working for[…]

Diamonds come in all sizes - and a wide variety of shapes. Although each diamond is unique, different personality types are drawn to particular diamond shapes. In fact, the diamond shape you choose may be a strong reflection of the type of person you are.