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  Harkening back to the Art Deco era, baguette diamonds make for a sleek and sophisticated look when set in wedding bands or engagement rings. As their name alludes to, baguette diamonds are named for their long and slender shape. The use of clean lines and futuristic geometric forms were signature characteristics in Art Deco rings, reflecting the bold spirit of the roaring 20s. The streamlined geometric shape of baguette cut diamonds fits effortlessly into this motif. Today’s re-imaged baguette diamond ring designs have a vintage appeal that’s perfect for the modern bride. What is a baguette cut diamond? A baguette cut …

PHOTO: INSTAGRAM @People via Zak Hussein/Splash News   Since Kensington Palace first announced their engagement on November 27, 2017, we’ve devotedly followed Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s royal love story. In particular, we’re in love with Meghan Markle’s engagement ring! Her timeless three stone engagement ring boasts a center cushion diamond accented by two diamonds, one on each side, perfectly fit for a princess. We love the meaning behind three stone engagement rings, as they symbolize a couple’s past, present, and future. In this case, the design fits the meaning perfectly. Markle’s ring is a beautiful combination of past and …

  Brilliant Earth is proud to partner with the Diamond Development Initiative (DDI) to provide training in diamond valuation to artisanal diamond miners in Sierra Leone. A common problem in artisanal diamond mining is that miners do not know what their diamonds are worth. The diamond traders who purchase rough diamonds from artisanal miners are better informed to assess value. Diamond traders often take advantage of this knowledge difference to cheat the miners and pay them only a fraction of the true worth of their gems. To help address this inequity, Brilliant Earth is funding a month-long program that will …