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You have no idea how long I’ve been waiting to post these! (#impatient) BUT for anyone who doesn’t know yet, WE’RE GETTING MARRIED!!! 💃🏻💍🍾🥂👭👰🏻👰🏻 #engaged #engayged #weregettingmarried #engagementrings #shedidgood #goodthingmynailsweredone #ardonn #gardensofthesun #mazeltome (at The Metropolitan Opera) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Go_pEA1Ia/?igshid=3l384an07ge

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Aquamarine Gemstone Ring by GardensOfTheSun

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The thing is, she knows what you've been and she's tasted the bitterness of your fear-induced sweat, and she's still here. She's a rock and a lighthouse. She helps you find your way in the storm.

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Your very own diamond slice ring >

Jewelry can be very personal. Very intimate. And you want this intimate decision to be just right. Commissioning a custom piece may sound daunting, but it’s actually a great way of getting exactly what you want, and it doesn't need to be complicated or expensive. It’s a collaborative experience between the two of us, where we’ll facilitate your dream piece coming to life, but ultimately, you’ll do most of the driving. You’ll have a say in every step of the design – from choosing the gemstone and metal, to defining the band’s width, texture, and style of setting. It’s a sacred, special space that we're truly honored to share with you. That saying – “two heads are better than one”; it’s so true.

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Who hasn’t heard of ‘Diamonds are Forever’, right? Because diamonds are definitely the go-to stone for engagement rings, right? WRONG. Wedding trivia alert: diamond engagement rings weren’t a thing until De Beers took over the airwaves and brainwashed us all into thinking those sparkly, white babies were the only stones acceptable for our rings.

They hired the advertising firm N.W. Ayer, where some amazing ladies invented the myth of the diamond engagement ring, complete with product placement in movies and making sure high society women were photographed wearing them. They also invented the whole “you have to spend two-months’ salary on the engagement ring” myth. Emphasis on the word ‘myth’ here.

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re the type of off-the-beaten-aisle bride who likes to do things differently – or, at least, isn’t the type to blindly follow the flock. I hear you, girl! I started designing jewelry a few years ago to fulfill my longing for beautifully offbeat pieces that would fit my active lifestyle, have character, and most importantly, celebrate the organic and unique imperfections of a gemstone.

In my jewelry-designing journey, I learned a few things that I wish someone had told me when I was choosing my ring. Here are five things to think about on your search – after all, it’s the decision of a lifetime! No pressure.

Click here to read more on our website! :-)

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