Engagement Rings Episodes

In this episode, we delve into the last two of the Four C's of diamond quality, Clarity and Carat weight. While the 4C's may seem boring, they play a significant role in determining the price you'll pay for a diamond, making it crucial to understand them. But don't worry, we'll get through it together! I'll discuss the details of the Gemological Institute of America's Clarity System, which looks like this: Once we've covered the basics of Clarity and Carat weight, I'll share a Fifth C with you...

Did you know when we're talking about the 'color grade' of a diamond, we're actually referring to the lack of color? Did you also know that the top grade a diamond can achieve is a 'D'? Did you further know it is really hard to distinguish colorless diamonds from near colorless diamonds? Do you know how hard it is to say 'colorless'? Haha, I kid but I really said it far more often then I should have this episode. When we're talking about color grade, the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) u...

In I discussed how “Cut is King” when it comes to diamonds, and how a better cut can make a diamond look brighter, bolder, bigger, and more beautiful. But what exactly are the visual properties that contribute to a diamond's appearance? There are...

The way diamonds come out of the ground, (or growing chambers in the case of lab grown diamonds) is far different than what we see in jewelry stores, engagement rings or other fine diamond jewelry. Before they're cut, natural diamonds look like clear crystals or rocks, and lab grown diamonds can be blocky looking dark cubes. (At least the ones I've seen.) In this episode, we're going to talk about how the cutting process is the human element that transforms these "rough" diamonds into sparklin...

The lab-grown vs. natural diamond debate is everywhere right now. Here's the straight truth about the real differences, the cost gap, and how to make the right choice for your engagement ring. Part II of Andy's conversation with Adam Fried, third-generation diamond expert, gets to the heart of what makes buying a diamond easier: asking the right questions and knowing when to stop shopping. If you've been drowning in diamond research — reading about the 4 C's, comparing GIA reports, and still fe...

When you’re in the market for an engagement ring or other diamond jewelry it’s natural to do some research. The trouble is, there’s so much information, a guy can get stuck. So the big question is: how much do you really need to know about all this before you make your buying decision? I’ll answer that in this episode with the help of my friend Adam Fried, a diamond industry expert, who’s helped thousands of people get the right diamonds without a ton of stress. This guy knows his stuff, and w...

Jewelry is most often thought of as a luxury item, but I think people look at it the wrong way. I’m gonna get pretty deep in this episode, but I need to, because I think it’s the best investment you’ll ever make, and I also think jewelry is a necessity. There are moments in our lives that stand out as EPIC. There are times, places and people that hold strong meaning for us, and it's normal to want to communicate that to them. So how do we do it? As the old saying goes, "Action speaks louder th...

You probably know a little about diamonds but in this episode I'll explain what "The Four C's" are, and why this scale exists. You might be surprised about what you should actually be looking for in your next diamond purchase. If you want to talk with me personally you can email me at andy@buylikeaguy.com. I'm happy to personally help you find the right jewelry for your special occasion, or put you in touch with a jewelry pro that's closer to home. Music credits: Preacher Man by Miles Neilson ...

One of the most common questions I get is, how much does an engagement ring cost? Or how much should I spend to get a decent ring? Now there is no single answer to that, but today I'll share some numbers that might help you and then give you the single best answer I know of. If you want to talk with me personally you can email me at andy@buylikeaguy.com. I'm happy to personally help you find the right jewelry for your special occasion, or put you in touch with a jewelry pro that's closer to hom...

You may be caught off guard when she finds her perfect ring, especially when there are sales associates involved. It feels like everyone wants you to make the next move, but what does that look like? In this episode I'll tell you what most guys do in that awkward moment, and what you can do to get out of it with style, and move one step closer to getting her the ring she wants. If you want to talk with me personally you can email me at andy@buylikeaguy.com. I'll keep it simple so you can get th...

Sometimes it's not what she says, but what she doesn't say that matters. I’m going to tell you about something to watch for, and it's a dead give away that she found the ring she wants; the one you know she'll love. If you want to talk with me personally you can email me at andy@buylikeaguy.com. I'll keep it simple so you can get the "right" ring, in budget, and be the hero she knows you are.