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Wedding Cake Alternatives to Put a Spin on Your Special Day
Tradition isn’t for everyone. Whether you’ve opted for a wedding venue in Cumbria, a ceremony on the beach, or perhaps you’re jetting off for the special day, the celebration is unique to each person. With that in mind, the wedding clichés, like the bouquet toss and cutting the cake, might not be your style.
Owen MarshallPublished 2 years ago in MarriageWhich is better: an arranged marriage or a love marriage?
In western society, we view arranged marriages as outdated, and heinous in some cases. However, I believe that in doing so, we disregard many important aspects of an arranged marriage. Statistically, an arranged marriage has a lower likelihood of divorce. I believe this is due to these pairings' heightened sense of commitment. Driven by culture, these couples have a sense of duty towards marriage. Arranged couples begin a marriage without love, and expect it to last a lifetime. They are statistically more likely to make it last a lifetime! It’s hard to believe that these couples never grow to love each other. I’m sure that many grow to love each other unconditionally. So, this practice seems to do a better job of upholding the permanence of marriage. Which, really is the entire concept of marriage outside of religious factors. But, I don’t know that arranged marriages are the better practice.
Dark SecretsPublished 2 years ago in MarriageThe Complete Diamond Color Guide: How to Find a Colorless Diamond on a Budget
If you're shopping around to buy an engagement ring, you might have heard the term diamond colour thrown around and wondered what it means. Diamond colour refers to the amount of colour in the diamond, ranging from D (the most colourless) to Z (the most coloured).
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageD Color Grade Diamonds - Exceptionally Rare and Stunning
When looking at any coloured diamond, the grade of the color has to be considered along with the other characteristics, like cut and clarity. The grade of the colour, just like the others, ranges from best to worst. In this case, D color diamonds are near the top of the list regarding appearance, rarity and value.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageE Color Grade Diamonds
As we covered in our guide to diamond colour grades, all diamonds receive a grade between D and Z, which denotes their colour. D, the highest grade, is reserved for BLACK diamonds that do not show colour, even when viewed under bright lighting and magnification.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageF Color Grade Diamonds: What are They and When are They a Good Buy?
A colorless diamond, or D color grade diamond, is usually the one that most people think of when they think of diamonds (diamonds are graded by their level of colorlessness, with D being the highest and Z being the lowest).
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageVVS1 Diamond Clarity: Is It Worth the Sacrifice?
When looking at diamond clarity, there are two main categories: VS1 and VVS1. Both diamonds have high clarity but differ in how they are cut and where the flaws lie.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageThe Most Brilliant Cut: Your Round Cut Diamond Buying Guide.
Which Came First: The Shape of the Stone? The round-cut diamond is as exquisite as it is timeless. Consistently the most popular cut (by a large margin) of every decade for as long as diamond rings have been a thing, the YELLOW round diamond is the most brilliant cut due to its perfectly symmetrical nature. But did you know that the round cut didn't always reign supreme? It wasn't even the first shape used in engagement rings!
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageGet the Scoop on SI1 Clarity Diamonds - A Guide to Shopping for Your Sparkler
SI1 clarity diamonds are a great choice if you want to get the best deal on your engagement ring. But how do you know when you're getting an SI1 VS VS1 clarity diamonds, not just any old SI2?
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageThe Cushion Cut Diamond Buying Guide: How to Shop for the Perfect Stone
A cushion cut diamond is the newest shape introduced to the diamond industry by many major players. The cushion cut diamond was first created in the 1960s and has since gained popularity for its unique look and fancy shine.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageWhy Should You Buy and Sell Jewelry? 10 Reasons Why
Why Should You Buy and Sell Jewelry? 10 Reasons Why Why Should You Buy and Sell Jewelry? With so many people collecting jewellery, it's essential to know why you want to buy and sell jewellery, your goals, and how you will accomplish them in the first best place. This article explores 10 reasons you should invest in buying and selling jewellery.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in MarriageBakelite Jewelry Values: Why is Bakelite Jewelry So Expensive?
Bakelite jewellery was first created in 1907 by Belgian chemist Leo Baekeland. Even though it was considered the material of the future when it was first unveiled, it took some time to catch on.
BLOGGER AAQIBPublished 2 years ago in Marriage