The Journal
Notes from the bench.
Stories on diamonds and design, buying guides for pre-owned Rolex, and the small lessons that come from three generations behind the same counter.
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San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
Why Wedding Bands Are Less Expensive than Engagement Rings
The reasons behind the designs of engagement rings and wedding bands.
December 2024
San Diego Engagement Rings · 2 min read
The Importance of Regular Jewelry Maintenance
Discussion of the importance of jewelry maintenance and cleaning.
December 2024
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Find Vendors for Your Wedding
Practical advice for lining up trustworthy wedding vendors, from caterers to photographers, using word-of-mouth and vendor referrals to protect your budget.
November 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Find the Right Wedding Singer
Practical tips for vetting local wedding singers, from demos and phone manners to getting quotes in writing before you book.
November 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Ensure Your Engagement Ring Is Special
Creative ways to make an engagement ring one-of-a-kind, from skipping the center diamond to mixing styles with the wedding band.
November 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Create a Fool-Proof Wedding Day Plan
Practical tips for keeping your wedding day calm and manageable, from meal timing to sticking with familiar routines that ease pre-ceremony jitters.
October 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Choose a Wedding Planner
Practical guidance on vetting and hiring a wedding planner, from asking trusted referrals to building trust through face-to-face meetings.
September 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Buy a Wedding Ring on a Budget
Practical, no-pressure advice on setting a budget and choosing cut, clarity and carat weight without overspending on a wedding ring.
September 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How to Bring Different Cultures Together for Your Wedding
Practical advice for blending two families' traditions, languages and expectations into one wedding that honors both sides.
August 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 3 min read
How to Ask Your Girlfriend to Marry You
Thoughtful guidance on planning a proposal that fits your relationship, from reading her personality to nailing the moment itself.
August 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How Many Assistants Should Be Involved in the Wedding?
A clear breakdown of the three essential helper roles every bride needs — coordinator, planner, and personal assistant — and how their jobs differ.
August 2022
San Diego Wedding Rings · 2 min read
How Do Couples Stay Together
One family jeweler's honest, unscientific take on the single trait they've noticed most often in couples who stay together for the long haul.
August 2022
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