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Should I spend more on a bigger diamond or on better cut quality?

I have a $5,000 budget for an engagement ring. I can get a 1.5 carat diamond with average cut and lower clarity, or a 1.0 carat diamond with an excellent cut, c...
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Do I really need jewelry insurance for an engagement ring and how does it work?

I just spent $4,800 on an engagement ring and my partner is hard on jewelry. I keep seeing ads for jewelry insurance but it feels like a scam to monthly fee me ...
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What size hoop earrings actually look good, not just trendy?

I see tiny huggie hoops and huge 3-inch hoops all over social media right now. I am in my early 30s and want something I can wear to the office and out at night...
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My ear piercings get infected and itchy, what metal should I actually wear?

I had my ears pierced as a kid and they closed up. I got them re-pierced two months ago at a mall kiosk, and they still itch and get little crusty bumps around ...
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Diamond stud earrings: what total carat weight looks right for everyday wear?

I want to treat myself to a pair of real diamond studs but I keep seeing recommendations from 0.25 carat total weight all the way up to 2 carats. My ears are sm...
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Why do my earrings keep falling out and what backs actually stay on?

I lose at least one earring every few months. I have tried the rubber backs, the plastic backs, and even the little spiral ones, but somehow one always disappea...
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Should I get my cartilage pierced and what should I expect during healing?

I am 34 and thinking about finally getting a helix piercing on my upper ear. I waited years because I was afraid it would hurt and take forever to heal. What is...
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What earrings are most flattering for a round face shape?

I have a rounder face with full cheeks and I feel like every earring I wear either makes my face look wider or does nothing at all. What shapes and lengths actu...
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How do I clean diamond stud earrings without ruining the prongs?

My diamond studs have gone cloudy and dull after two years of daily wear, and I can see soap buildup around the stones. I have tried wiping them with a cloth bu...
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Can I wear the same metal as my engagement ring or should I mix gold and silver?

I have a white gold engagement ring and I have collected silver hoop earrings and a gold bracelet over the years. I see people mixing metals now but my mother a...
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