Diamonds are used in wedding rings because they rate 10 on the Mohs scale and survive daily wear. Which shapes suit a band, and the honest costs.

An oval diamond has no official symbolism. What the shape is claimed to mean, where that came from, and what an oval verifiably does.

Where to try on engagement rings in the UK: high street, independents, bespoke appointments and at home. What each route really tells you.

What drives wedding ring prices, realistic UK guidance ranges for lab-grown diamond bands, and six honest ways to spend less.

What VS2 and SI1 mean, how they differ, which shapes suit each – and whether a VS2 clarity, I colour diamond is a good buy.

A 7mm princess cut is about 2 carats. Full mm-to-carat chart, why carat is not size, and the square shapes we do stock.

I3 is the lowest diamond clarity grade: visible inclusions, less sparkle, and sometimes a durability risk. What to buy instead.