Our Dos and Don’ts for choosing an Engagement Ring

June 30, 2021

By Rachael Fagan Picking an engagement ring for somebody else can be a daunting task. With so many different options to choose from it is difficult to know where to start. Our consultants have come up with a few dos and don’t s that will hopefully give you a little push in the right direction....

June 16, 2021

By Rachael Fagan No matter what your style, there will always be an engagement ring out there that is perfect for you. The most popular styles we see follow the “the bigger the better” mantra, but if you love something more understated and simple, then read on to see our favourite styles for the...

March 19, 2021

Engagement rings will always be a completely personal choice for every couple. Your ring should speak of your style and individuality. There is no right or wrong choice when it comes to picking your ring but here at Voltaire we have notices these styles gaining popularity and predict them to be the ...

February 19, 2021

Written by Rachel Thomas There are many reasons why a diamond could fall out of your engagement ring or other piece of fine jewellery. The main reason is due to the simplest explanation; stones fall out of rings due to daily wear and tear. Think of it this way: if you buy a brand-new car […]...

January 24, 2020

With so many options these days for diamonds of all different characteristics to suit the pocket. Perhaps size and cost are no longer the predominant factors in choosing an engagement ring. Perhaps shape or cut of stone is a novel way to personalise this symbol of love. Through the outlook of how w...

December 23, 2019

A lot has changed in recent times relating to the principles, or fantasy of happily ever after. Old fantasy: Princess locked in castle tower, waits to be rescued by Prince who slays evil dragon. They live happily ever after, with pets and local wildlife helping with the chores signing a happy melody...

July 29, 2019

Most of you will have heard of colourless diamonds, black diamonds, yellow diamonds and maybe even pink diamonds. However what about grey diamonds, and why have they boomed in popularity in recent years? Grey diamonds are somewhat of an enigma. Considered beautiful by many, grey diamonds are rare, m...

July 26, 2019

While diamonds are still the most popular gemstone for engagement rings, other coloured gemstones including Morganite are becoming increasingly sought after. The soft pink hues of Morganite make it a subtle and noteworthy choice for an engagement ring. Morganite Engagement Rings Dublin Here at Volta...

March 11, 2019

Once thought to protect sailors on the open sea, aquamarine is now a popular and highly desirable gemstone. If shades of blue and green are your thing, then this may just be the gemstone for you! You may have heard of Aquamarine, but have you heard of Beryl? Beryl is one of the most notable [&hellip...

November 7, 2018

At Voltaire diamonds, we believe that you shouldn’t have to choose between good quality, good value and doing good when it comes to purchasing your dream engagement ring. With this in mind, we understand how important it is for you to feel completely confident that your engagement ring was sourced...

July 4, 2018

The ruby, named thanks to its vivacious red colour (Rubeus (red) in latin) is the birthstone for those lucky enough to be born in July. Symbolic of the passion and energy associated with its colour, the ruby has for centuries and throughout various cultures; been referred to as the ‘king’ over a...

June 27, 2018

As you may have already guessed- the entire team here at Voltaire Diamonds are totally and utterly obsessed with all things diamond and gemstone related. If it sparkles- we’re all ears! To pay some homage to our beloved diamond, we have compiled a list of interesting diamond facts and figures: Did...

June 8, 2018

The month of June officially marks the halfway point of 2018- which means that we have had some time now, over the past 5/6 months to study the emerging engagement ring trends of the year so far. We are totally besotted by diamonds here at Voltaire Diamonds and anything that can provide us with a [&...

April 23, 2018

When you begin your search for engagement rings you will- or likely already have- encountered a huge list of vocab that you’re only hearing about now for the first time. Solitaire is no longer just a card game- nor is a halo found solely ontop of an angel! Likewise, a princess, baguette and cushio...

March 1, 2016

We delighted to announce the winner to our “Leap Year Love” Diamond Giveaway Contest – to celebrate this year being a leap year. Watch the winning announcement here: Later this year, as well as sharing images and videos of beautiful diamond jewellery, we will announce other contest...

June 16, 2015

We are delighted to announce the winner of our “Equality Celebration” Diamond Giveaway. Watch the winning announcement here: Later this year, as well as sharing images and videos of beautiful diamond jewellery, we will announce other contests. The best way to find out about them is throu...