Annual Wedding Band Sale at Washington Diamond

     

It's a dazzling start to 2012 at Washington Diamond!

The Washington Diamond team is proud to announce our Annual Wedding and Anniversary Band Sale, running until February 19th.

All Washington Diamond customers will save 10% on all wedding and anniversary bands we have in stock.

This is the only wedding band sale of the year and our team has worked hard to mark down hundreds of platinum and diamond bands for women and a large selection of platinum, palladium, gold and cobalt chrome bands for men.

For a preview of what we carry, our team has selected some of their favorite wedding bands including a few of our newest pieces!

We hope to see you soon for your own private, one-on-one appointment with one of our diamond experts.

New Holiday Arrivals at Washington Diamond

We’re ready for the holiday season at Washington Diamond!

Over the last several weeks, our team has been preparing for our favorite holiday shoppers.  From stunning new engagement ring settings to dazzling diamond studs, we’ve brought in dozens of new jewelry pieces.

Below we’ve included a few of our favorites, but you can view the entire collection on our Facebook page or on the Washington Diamond website.

Top 5 Washington Diamond Sapphire Stunners

Sapphires. According to the International Colored Gemstone Association, this beautiful gemstone symbolizes loyalty. While most known for its deep blue hue, the gemstone also comes in a variety of colors including blue, yellow, orange, and pink.

At Washington Diamond, we've seen hundreds of customers come in to purchase some of our stunning sapphire pieces.  In particular, we have seen a significant amount of interest in learning more about our yellow and blue sapphire engagement rings and sapphire wedding bands.

To keep up with our growing demand for more beautiful sapphire jewelry, we have highlighted five of our newest and best selling sapphire jewels for you below.

1. Blue Cushion Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring: This ring features a 2.29 carat blue cushion cut sapphire and 26 round brilliant cut diamonds.
2. Alternating Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Band: This 18 karat white gold ring is a perfect wedding band or stacking right hand ring.
3. Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring: This ring features a 2.58 carat cushion cut yellow sapphire and 26 round brilliant cut diamonds.
4. Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring: Featuring a 1.26 carat pink sapphire and 10 round brilliant cut diamonds. As of September 5, 2011, we only have one pink sapphire and diamond ring left for sale!
5. Sapphire and Diamond Hinged Hoop Earrings: These versatile 18 karat white gold sapphire earrings total nearly 1.5 carats of sapphire and diamonds.

For those of you with the sapphire as your birthstone… it may be the perfect time to add (or request) one of these stunning, unique sapphires rings, necklaces, or earrings to your collection!

A Washington Diamond Upgrade Story... with Natalie and Gary

Earlier this year we had the pleasure of meeting a dynamic couple (Natalie and Gary) looking to purchase a new, custom, ring to compliment a stunning engagement ring – a five stone, antique, anniversary-style band they had purchased more than 15 years ago in Germany.

A bit different from a traditional engagement ring upgrade, we wanted Natalie to share a bit about what their rings represented to them, how long they looked for the perfect ring, and what exactly they were looking for.  

For those that may be considering a new ring purchase or “upgrade” we hope you enjoy this story with one of our favorite Washington Diamond brides.

You recently purchased a new ring at Washington Diamond for your 15th anniversary. Did you look for long for your ring? What were you looking for?

Actually, we have been looking on and off for a few years.  There are so many factors to consider and so many choices, it was overwhelming and we would get discouraged and stop looking.  Once we were referred to Washington Diamond,  all that changed.  We were able to shop quality diamonds and a variety of ring styles in a customer-friendly environment.  We were specifically looking for something to compliment my existing band and incorporate my original diamond.  Once we were educated by the Washington Diamond team on what my options really were, we wound up going in a different direction from where we started.  I am so glad that someone took the time to help me think outside the box and present some viable alternatives.  I know have a stunning ring that still takes my breath away every time I look at it!

How did you hear about Washington Diamond?

A few years ago one of my best friends from college got married to a great guy.  One of the things that makes him great is the fact that he wanted to get her the engagement ring she truly deserved.  He did his homework (plus some extra credit!), and decided to go with Washington Diamond.  Knowing that he had done thorough research and having seen her gorgeous ring, we asked for the place where the purchase had been made and made an appointment.

What was your favorite part about the working with the Washington Diamond team?

Our favorite part about working with the Washington Diamond team was their knowledge and professionalism.  The staff truly worked WITH me to pick a ring that would be both meaningful and of excellent quality.  I never once felt that they were pushing me one way or the other – the shopping experience was fully about us, what we wanted, and what would work within our budget.  Unlike many places that pressure you to make a decision right away, we were encouraged to take our time, check out all our options, and really think about the decision before making a choice.

What do your rings (new and old) represent to you?

We met in Germany where I was serving on active duty and my husband was working for the US Army.  I found my wedding band (a five stone anniversary style ring) at an antique fair before we were even married.  Not only is it beautiful, but the ring represents where we met and serves as a piece of history.  It is the piece we were working on “matching” when we came to Washington Diamond.  The new ring compliments the original band, and represents how strong we have become together since those long ago days….

What are some of the favorite pieces of jewelry you own?

My mother grew up in South America, and I have some gorgeous pieces of hand-filigreed gold jewelry that are quite unique.  They are a great conversation starter!  And from a wonderful trip to Italy, I have a very simply chunky gold ring that I wear everyday.  The modern simplicity of it is a great contrast to the traditional wedding set on my left hand.

Natalie and Gary, thank you for sharing your story with our Washington Diamond community.  Most importantly, thank you for letting Washington Diamond put a little more dazzle into your already beautiful, relationship.

Jennifer and Jon: A Washington Diamond Wedding Story

We have the pleasure of meeting thousands of brides and grooms over the years. We try to create unique, personal, and memorable experiences for each and every one of them.

Nearly five years ago, we had the pleasure of meeting one of our favorite couples.  As their fourth anniversary approaches, we wanted to feature this special couple on our blog and ask them a few questions related to their engagement, their wedding day, and their experience with Washington Diamond.

Jennifer, how did Jon propose? We'd love to hear about it! 

We went to McCormick and Schmick’s in Reston Town Center, a special restaurant we would frequent for special occasions, to celebrate our three-year anniversary of dating.  When we got to our table, I noticed a beautiful arrangement of my favorite flowers, gerbera daisies on our table. I asked Jon about that and he just smiled. Before I knew it he was down on one knee holding open a redwood box with a gorgeous ring inside. I, of course, said yes and then cried! We headed back to my apartment and as we walked in I noticed the place was decorated with candles and flowers. Jon had two of our friends set this all up while we were away. It was truly extraordinary evening and we spent the rest of the night calling family and friends, staring at my ring, and enjoying the moment!

Jennifer's Beautiful Dress from White Lace & Promises in Knoxville, TNJennifer, what were some of your favorite moments from your wedding day?

1. Walking down the aisle with my dad and seeing Jon waiting for me with a big smile.
2. We hired Big Ray and the Kool Kats to play at our reception. Jon had been a roadie for them in high school and knew Big Ray well. It was really special for him and he even played his sax and sang with them towards the end of the evening.
3. Being surrounded by friends and family the whole evening and sharing each moment with them. My sister, an artist and graphic designer, even made all of our invitations and programs for the big day.
   

Jon, why did you select Washington Diamond for one of the most important purchases of your life? 

At Washington Diamond, I didn’t feel like a customer, I felt like a personal client of Tom’s. In follow-up visits, I had the opportunity of working with other staff members and they all treated me as their most important appointment of the day.  Also, I appreciated his honesty when it came to understanding why some diamonds cost more than others. He even showed me how to properly use a loupe to inspect some of his inventory close up!

Jennifer, we know you are a busy Mom! What are your must-wear jewelry pieces you put on every day? 

My son, Daniel, is almost 8 months old and tends to pull at any jewelry that I wear now, so I just wear a few special pieces. (1) A simple necklace Jon gave me while we were still in college (2) My engagement ring and wedding band of course (3) A watch Jon gave me for a birthday gift one year (4) and a pair of diamond stud earrings also from Washington Diamond that Jon got me for our first anniversary. They are simple, yet elegant and look great with a t-shirt or when I’m all dressed up.

Your anniversary is quickly approaching. What do your rings represent to you?Photos by local DC photographers at Bella Pictures

Our wedding bands were blessed by the priest that preformed are wedding ceremony. So they aren’t just a sign of our commitment to one another but also our commitment to God and a reminder, as our vows said, to take care of each other during both the good and bad times.


Jennifer and Jon now live in Alabama with their adorable son Daniel, and we miss their more frequent visits.  However, we look forward to keeping in touch with them over the years and seeing them when they visit DC to see friends and family.

Jennifer and Jon – thank you for sharing your story and for being a part of our Washington Diamond family.