We created this guide to share the knowledge we use every day when selecting diamonds and creating bespoke engagement rings in Paris.

Here you will find practical advice on how diamonds are evaluated, what truly matters when choosing a stone and how to make decisions with confidence — whether you are creating an engagement ring in Paris or simply learning before taking the next step.

Selected and written by Alexia, graduate gemmologist and founder of Say Yes in Paris.

Explore the articles below.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DIAMONDS
CHOOSING THE RIGHT DIAMOND – THE 4CS
ANTWERP – THE CITY OF DIAMONDS
PRICES OF DIAMONDS
DIAMOND PROFESSIONALS
THE GEOLOGY OF DIAMONDS
DIAMOND TIMELINE
FAMOUS DIAMOND
A HISTORY OF DIAMONDS
KIMBERLEY CERTIFICATION – A PEACE OF MIND