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Guess the Engagement Ring Style!

FabSugar — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 03:34:56 PDT

You hear the engagement ring terms being thrown around - cushion-cut, bezel, princess - but do you know what it means? If you choose to get engaged, will you know what you want? There's a surfeit amount of styles to choose from - enough to leave you dizzy - so we're going to test your bling knowledge. When you're done here, be sure to check out our other wedding stories!

Question 1 of 6

Can you guess this diamond cut?

Do You Covet a Big, Fat Rock?

FabSugar — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:23:22 PST

On the ringer finger, that is . . .

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Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 13:00:22 PDT

Kate Moss For TopShop looks great on . . . Kate Moss - Jezebel
Mexico Fashion Week: Te amo Spring 2009 - Coutorture
Above the fray: Shoe Pavilion going-out-of-biz sale - Racked
Next month’s L’Uomo Vogue dedicated to Africa - The Cut
Halloween is approaching, what are you dressing up as? - Catwalk Queen
Citing poor economy, Elite cuts 60 girls - Fashionista
Michael Kors satin bow clutch - Bag Snob
Leopard flats - Lucky Blog
Super-easy last-minute Halloween costumes - lemondrop
Palin spotted with fake Louis Vuitton purse? - Stylelist
Kara Ross Luxus clutch - Purse Blog
Refinery29's Halloween stars: Lisa Mayock goes to the Bodega - Refinery 29
TrendSpark: Dirty diamonds - Fashion Indie

Fab Redux: Hearts and Diamonds

FabSugar — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 15:00:22 PST

If you're not planning on receiving an engagement ring this Valentine's Day (you never know!), settle for the next best thing: a heart-shaped diamond-encrusted 14K gold ring ($79).

It's vintage, it's fabulous, and it fits a size 7. There's nothing wrong with a little "Happy Valentine's Day, self!" after all.

The current bidding price is at $79 and the auction ends on Thursday, Feb. 21.

Hint, Hint: 17 Stunning Engagement Rings

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:00:01 PST

With the season of love in the air, we're showing you some of the best engagement rings currently out on the market. It doesn't matter whether or not you have a beau in your life, these gorgeous rings are worth everyone's undivided attention. From a stunning classic diamond setting to a unique emerald confection, we promise there's a style out there for every personality. Click the slideshow to see, and maybe bookmark, 16 stunning engagement rings.

How to Make Money Off Your Breakup

LearnVest — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:15:30 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy!

When you break up with someone, should you return any gifts?

Not according to Never Liked It Anyway, where those unlucky in love can sell mementos of failed relationships and divulge the dirt behind the gift.

And it’s not just teddy bears and uneaten chocolates - disenchanted lovers are selling wedding dresses, rings, weekend wedding packages, and anything else adding to their baggage (including the baggage itself). All for a substantial discount.

Someone Loved It Once

Part store and part advice column, the site calls itself “the place where once-loved gifts from once-loved partners get a second chance.” Instead of just facilitating a sale, it also provides a space for the seller’s story.

Never Liked It Anyway was founded by a woman who made it through a major breakup herself and recognized the benefit of cleaning out her closet . . . and profiting in the process.

For us (admittedly not in the throes of a violent parting of ways), the site raises two questions:

Is It Hilarious or Sad?

We’re happy to see the sellers get revenge (or at least revenue) after their heartbreak. But so many of the confessions in the Tell It section (in which users spill but don’t sell) are stories of men doing horrible things and women in horrible situations. The headline “NICE BOOTS BAD GUY” made us laugh . . . but the person who got dumped while her mother was dying broke our hearts.

Is It Cost-Effective or Cursed?

From a consumer's view, it’s a great deal! Over $1,000 off a Tiffany wedding band? It sounds too good to be true. And maybe it is. If you believe in karma, acquiring trinkets from failed relationships just might doom you to the same fate. Then again, wedding dresses for 40 percent off!

Just in case you’re gearing up for your own nuptials and aren’t concerned about the whole karma thing, we’ve put together a wedding plan, using only items from the site.

The Keys

The seller puts the problem with this ring pretty clearly in the title: "Key Ring, Not an Engagement Ring."

Real World Price: $125
Breakup Price: $60

Read on for more items.

SAG Awards: Naya Rivera

FabSugar — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:04:50 PST

For the SAG Awards, Naya Rivera complemented her sleek and simple beaded Naeem Khan gown with long, loose curls and a radiant smile. The Glee beauty emoted simple elegance with her look, opting for a natural makeup palette consisting of a glossy lip and a little bit of brown eyeshadow. A dazzling diamond bracelet, statement ring, and drop earrings complete her ensemble - what's your call?

Vote on all of our SAG Awards polls here!

SAG Awards: Kelly Osbourne

FabSugar — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:04:58 PST

Are you ready to check out all the fashion at tonight's SAG Awards? Let's kick things off with Kelly Osbourne wearing an elegant Badgley Mischka dress, highlighting a beautiful shoulder embroidery detail and a chic tassel belt. To complete the look, Kelly pulled her hair up in a high ponytail and finished everything off with a bright pink lip and a Dena Kemp Palladium diamond bubble ring. What's your verdict - love it or leave it?

Vote on all of our SAG Awards polls here!

15 Ultra Special, Nontraditional Engagement Rings

Noria Morales — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 12:02:25 PDT

Even if you're single and loving it, there's something alluring about being a bride. That's why we're kicking off wedding season with a month of can't-miss editorial on the best dresses, rings, shoes, and party outfits for a wedding. To kick it off, we're starting at Step 1: the ring. While few women want to resist a big, old-fashioned diamond ring, there are plenty of gorgeous, nontraditional options if you're planning to get engaged and want something different. We combed the market for 15 beautiful, unique rings that, quite frankly, don't require you to plan a wedding around.

Be sure to check out the rest of Fab's wedding coverage!

5 Reasons Not to Get Your Engagement Ring Online

Emily Co — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:25:36 PDT

Although buying your engagement ring online can definitely get you a better price, you might be losing out in other ways. Renee Newman, author of the Diamond Ring Buying Guide and the Diamond Handbook, explains the downsides of buying your ring from an online website.

Trying It On: You can’t try the ring on before you buy it to see if it's flattering and comfortable on you.

Difficult Evaluation of Craftsmanship: It’s difficult to evaluate the craftsmanship of the ring from a photo and often impossible because the photo may just be a generic photo of a ring like what you are buying. If a ring is not well made and the diamonds are not well set, you could have problems losing stones and have an uncomfortable ring that snags your clothes.
Repair Service: Internet sellers normally don't offer free repair service if there is a problem with your ring, whereas many brick and mortar stores will back up the quality of their craftsmanship and even sometimes replace stones if they fall out.
Can't View It Under Lighting: You can’t view the diamonds and other stones under a variety of lighting and under magnification before you buy them online. Lab documents do not tell you everything you need to know about a diamond. In addition, color and clarity grades can vary significantly from one lab to another. One lab's SI stones may look better than another lab's VS stones. Even when the stones are graded by the same lab, you can't rely solely on a grade to determine its beauty. Lighting can have a significant effect on the color and general appearance of a gemstone. You need to view a diamond in person and under various lighting conditions to fully appreciate it.
Losing the Experience: The experience of buying wedding and engagement rings online is not as romantic and heartwarming as lovingly trying on rings with your fiancé.

However, don't rule out buying your engagement ring online - there are many benefits such as being able to comparison shop easily, and you really can't beat the selection. The costs are lower if you're buying a ring online as well because e-tailers have fewer overhead costs. Have you considered buying a ring online?