The Mark Schneider Fine Jewelry Blog

In the world of fashion, styles always seem to be changing. What is trending one season may be passé the next. In fact, some styles don’t seem to last longer than a month, and navigating the world of jewelry is...

It is always difficult to balance fashion and professionalism, especially for women. An attempt to be taken seriously as a professional, sometimes leads to the feeling of being stuffy or overly formal. However, on the flipside lies the danger of...

Engagement Ring Trends Trends in the engagement ring world are different than those in the larger world of fashion. Fashion trends come and go, sometimes lasting for years but other times for merely a few months. In the sphere of...

An engagement ring serves a symbol that the person who wears it is soon to be married. This practice is primarily used in Western cultures and is usually worn by the female in the relationship. While traditional engagement rings  most often feature...

For most men, engagement ring shopping ranks highly on the list of stressful activities. Not only is there a budget to consider, but there is also the possibility of choosing the wrong ring. Many women dream of their wedding ceremony,...

VINTAGE ENGAGEMENT RINGS  With renewed interest in the romantic styles of a bygone, more glamorous era, it is refreshing to see our Mark Schneider Vintage style engagement rings. Mark has ambitiously created wearable art using inspiration from the Art Deco...

So, you’re finally ready to get down on one knee, pull out that diamond engagement ring and ask that infamous question - “Will you marry me?”.  The only thing missing is the engagement ring!  Before you jump into the world of diamond...

Very few jewelry pairings offer the same possibility of glamour and sophistication as earrings and necklaces. Because they share the same space on the body, it’s critical to create the perfect match every time. After all, nothing looks worse than...

Getting engaged is one of the most exciting events a couple will ever go through. The adrenaline that rushes through our bodies is truly unmatched.  However, once the hype settles and we begin shopping for that special engagement ring, common questions start...

Idiosyncrasies are the things people do that are specific or particular to them as individuals. Picking pieces that flatter your aesthetic and suit your personality help to determine what type of designer jewelry is your signature style. One of the...

Diamonds are no longer reserved for the ladies; men have officially been invited to the diamond brigade. Although it may seem like a new trend, men have worn diamonds and gemstones for centuries. Ancient Egyptian men wore gemstones as a...

Engagement Rings: Diamond Quality Proposing to the love of your life is hard work. It is motivating, inspiring and energizing, but still hard. There’s the actual proposal to plan, the surprise to keep, and all the minute details to prepare...