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How Important is Diamond Clarity?
Diamonds are formed deep within the Earth’s depths, under intense pressure and heat. Due to the intensity of the formation process, every diamond has “birthmarks,” which are small imperfections inside (inclusions) and outside (blemishes) of the diamond. Clarity, in...
2020 Engagement Ring Trends
You’ve found the person you want to spend the rest of your life with, and now you want to take the next step and propose. Engagement ring shopping is a very exciting process. Below, we give you a few 2020 engagement ring trends to help choose the perfect ring for your...
All You Need to Know About Diamond Colour
All You Need to Know About Diamond Colour If you are in the market for an engagement ring, then you’ll need to know some information about diamond colour in order to make the best decision for you and your partner. Equipped with an understanding of diamond colour,...
Engagement Ring Shopping Tips to Help You Find the Perfect Ring
You have found your other half and have decided that you would like to take your relationship to the next step by proposing. You may have already started browsing for engagement rings with your partner, or you are planning to make it the ultimate surprise. Either way,...
Diamond Jewellery Holiday Gift Buying Guide 2019
Jewellery is a timeless gift that your loved one will always cherish. Diamonds are the perfect gift for the holidays for many reasons; they twinkle and have the festive feeling that everyone loves during the holiday season. There is no better surprise than when your...
Princess Cut Vs. Cushion Cut: How To Decide?
When you are creating your engagement ring, one of the first things you need to do is choose the shape of your centre diamond. Every diamond has its own unique characteristics to fit the varying preferences of our clients. Cushion and princess cut diamonds, while...
The 5th C In Diamonds
Hearing about the four C’s goes hand in hand with shopping for diamonds. Asking about the cut, colour, clarity and carat of a stone is commonplace among the jewellery world, but did you know that there’s a 5th C in the mix? Probably not, which is why we’re...
What’s the Difference Between Engagement Rings and Wedding Rings?
While it might seem like the answer is obvious, engagement rings, wedding rings and wedding bands are sometimes used interchangeably, making their true significance difficult to decipher. Today, we’re here to clear up a few things about these terms and find out once...
Engagement Rings: Terms You Should Know
Before you can dive into the world of engagement ring shopping, you should know a thing or two about the kind of look you’re interested in. To help you master this task, here are important factors to keep in mind when shopping for diamond engagement rings. The...
Buying A Diamond? Here Is What You Need To Know!
When shopping for jewellery, particularly something that’s adorned with diamonds or other high-quality gems, there’s a lot you need to consider before making a purchase. To guarantee that you’re getting your money’s worth, here are five things you should...
Top 5 Trending Engagement Rings Of 2018
If you have a fashion-forward partner who you would like to propose to, then you may be wondering how you can ensure you get something in fashion that she will love for years to come. Engagement rings are deeply personal, and so to help you make the right...
Let’s talk about buying an engagement ring together!
The past few years were filled with togetherness and joy leading you to take the next step and ask her the timeless question. But before that, you must determine whether you want to select a diamond ring for her all by yourself, or if you'll need your better-half...
A glance at the most famous diamond engagement rings
Diamond engagement rings are the most beautiful, yet pricey, pieces of jewellery. Needless to say, celebrities will always manage to out-do us at these lavish fronts. The buzz around a shiny bling on the fingers of our beloved stars lasts for years. And why shouldn’t...
The most ideal wedding venues in Toronto
Venues are the most extravagant part of your wedding. The moment you and your partner say “Yes” you will both begin searching for the perfect spot to host your big day. Luckily, Toronto is a massive hub of all types of venues that are bound to suffice your...
Key components to consider while shopping for a diamond engagement ring
Let’s admit it! The magnificence of diamonds often leaves us speechless. Majority of us love raving about a new rock that our beloved friends and celebrities are boasting. Speaking of celebrities, did you see the incredibly beautiful diamond engagement ring of our...
Tips on ensuring you have the right ring size
Shopping for rings can be bewildering if you don’t have your correct size jotted down, especially if you are tasked to buy one for your significant other and even more difficult if you are shopping online. Purchasing the wrong sized ring can add to the cost and effort...
Great proposal ideas that are bound to make your partner say “yes”!
A fantastic marriage proposal that will sweep your partner off of their feet can be challenging to plan. You want it to be magnificent yet original, overwhelmingly happy yet emotional. Ultimately, you want your partner to enjoy every moment of it and say “yes.” We...
4 Misconceptions about buying an engagement ring
Popping the question entails more than simply asking your loved one to be your lifelong partner. It consists of picking a ring that will perfectly reflect your devotion towards them All your friends and family members will excitedly give you their piece of advice...
7 Ways To Reset An Old Diamond Ring For A New Look
Are you about to reach a major milestone in your marriage and looking for a unique way to celebrate it? Think about customizing your diamond engagement ring to reset how it looks! There are many reasons why people upgrade their engagement rings, including having more...
What Is The “Kimberly Process”
Diamond jewellery represents classic beauty. The radiant stones are the perfect complement to any ensemble and are, of course, the gem of choice for marriage proposals. Diamonds are enticing and valuable, which has unfortunately led to conflict for those involved in...
The Origins Of Valentine’s Day
The Origins of Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. It’s a time of love, celebration, and gift-giving, but it didn’t start that way. Diamonds for Less has done its homework (we are Valentine’s experts after all) and we’d like to share with you...
The Seven Best Diamond Shapes For Any Engagement Ring
The diamond is an integral part of an engagement ring. It is the aspect that makes the ring look appealing and stand out. This is the main reason why the diamond has always been a popular choice of gemstone for an engagement ring. The shapes of the diamond have...
Choosing The Perfect Engagement Ring To Match Your Partner’s Personality
Choosing the perfect engagement ring is more than just a statement of unconditional love, this is a ring that you want your future partner to show off and be proud of. The best way to make sure of that is to choose a ring that matches your partner’s personality and...
Why Is The Diamond So Desirable?
The diamond has long been recognized as the hardest substance on earth, and they are highly valued and treasured in most cultures and countries across the globe. Whenever we see someone displaying their diamond necklace or engagement ring, it is clear why diamonds...
The Evolution of Diamond Engagement Ring Trends
Diamonds for Less has created an interactive timeline that shows you the trends of diamond engagement rings throughout the years. In the timeline, you will learn the rich historical journey of engagement rings, from the ancient Egyptian era to how some celebrities...
Mother’s Day Gift Idea
While we should celebrate and cherish our mothers every day, once a year we should show them a little extra appreciation. Our Mother’s gave us the greatest gift, one that cannot be topped- the gift of life. However, we are sure a little sparkle wouldn’t hurt! Here is...
You Have Voted Diamonds For Less The #1 Jeweller!
Thank you, Toronto! Your Voices have been heard! You have voted Diamonds For Less the #1 Jeweller. We are thrilled to announce that this year we have received the “Top Choice Award”, YOU, our loyal clients and fans have awarded us the “Top Jeweller in Toronto”. Here...
Understanding A Diamond Grading Report
Beautiful, Brilliant and Rare. Diamonds are the most desired gems on Earth. Each one is unique in its own way and no two diamonds are identical. Diamonds are valued based on their qualities referred to as the 4 C’s: Carat, Clarity, Color, and Cut. Some of you might...
Custom Mother’s Day Jewellery Ideas
When shopping for Mother’s Day, there is certainly no lack of gift choices on the market. As one of the top gift-giving days of the year, many of us wonder what type of gift will best express our love and gratitude to our very special moms, aunts, grandmothers, and...
Diamond Buying Dos & Don’ts
It gives us great pleasure to welcome you to the Diamonds For Less Blog. What another subject could we have written about in our first blog post but Diamond Buying Dos & Don’ts. Being the diamond experts that we are, with over a 100 years of combined experience...
Pre-Certified Diamonds
What is a pre-certified diamond? Why is it so crucial for your diamond to be pre-certified? Is there a difference between certain certificates? These are some of the questions and concerns that we would like to shed some light on. On our first post, one of the do’s...
Popping the Question
According to dictionary.com… pro·pos·al /prəˈpoʊ zəl [pruh-poh-zuh l] noun 1. the act of offering or suggesting something for acceptance, adoption, or performance. 2. a plan or scheme proposed. 3. an offer or suggestion of marriage. At Diamonds For Less, we don’t...