Starmo Journal

Emerald-cut diamond solitaire engagement ring in 14K yellow gold
Emerald-Cut vs. Radiant-Cut Diamond Engagement Rings
Emerald and radiant cuts can share a similar outline. The way their facets reflect light is where you’ll see the clearest difference. Read more...
14K rose gold bridal ring set with an oval lab-grown alexandrite center
How to Pair an Engagement Ring with a Wedding Band
See how straight and contoured wedding bands sit beside different engagement ring settings. Compare the stack from above and from the side. Read more...
Pear-shaped diamond solitaire engagement ring in 14K rose gold
How to Choose a Pear-Shaped Engagement Ring
A pear shape gives you a rounded end and a pointed tip to compare. See how symmetry, the tip setting, and the band affect the finished ring. Read more...
Oval lab-grown alexandrite and moissanite engagement ring in 14K rose gold
Why Alexandrite Changes Color in Different Light
An alexandrite can look blue-green in one room and more purple or reddish in another. See what changes with the light and how to compare two photos. Read more...
Marquise center diamond with a halo in a 14K rose gold engagement ring
Halo vs. Solitaire Engagement Rings
A halo adds an outline around the center stone. A solitaire gives the center room to stand on its own. Compare both settings at the same scale. Read more...
Round brilliant diamond solitaire engagement ring in 14K yellow gold
How to Compare Lab-Grown and Natural Diamonds
Origin is one part of choosing a diamond. Compare the stone’s appearance, measurements, and documentation alongside the finished ring. Read more...
Oval diamond solitaire engagement ring with a simple 14K yellow gold band
How to Measure Your Ring Size at Home
Use a ring you already wear or a ring sizer to estimate your US ring size. Double-check the finger, knuckle, and band width before ordering. Read more...
Round brilliant diamond on a polished twisted 14K white gold band
Straight Band vs. Twisted Band Engagement Rings
A straight band and a twisted band can give the same center stone a different feel. Compare the shoulders and profile to see which one suits you. Read more...
Oval diamond engagement ring with a twisted 14K rose gold band
14K Yellow Gold, White Gold, or Rose Gold for Your Ring
Three colors can share the same 14K gold content. Compare their tones, how they frame a center stone, and how they pair with a wedding band. Read more...
Round brilliant solitaire diamond engagement ring in 14K white gold
Oval vs. Round Diamond Engagement Rings
An oval and a round diamond can give the same ring design very different proportions. Here’s what to look for in photos, measurements, and side views. Read more...