Diamond News & Blog

Khloe Kardashian was showered with love by Fiancé Lamar Odom a mere 2 weeks before they tied the knot in September, 2009. He got down on one knee with a stunning 12.5 carat Radiant cut diamond set on a platinum band with pave set diamonds. The ring is a stunning piece of diamond jewellery that any woman would love to own.

Her engagement ring showed just how much thought Lamar had put into designing the ring with Vartan’s Fine Jeweller in LA. The Los Angeles Clipper spent $850,000 on the stunning ring, which made Khloe beyond excited.

Diamonds International is the home of the white diamond and we’re the home of the brilliant half-yearly sale too! Diamond jewellery is a gift that shows your loved one how much you care and it can turn a lacklustre celebration into a truly memorable one.

From now until the end of June, Diamonds International is having a spectacular mid-year sale with 40-50% off everything throughout our stunning range of diamond jewellery and across our three beautiful stores. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will assist you in finding the perfect gift for your loved one. Our expertise is with engagement rings so let this sale encourage you to ask your lady to be yours forever, today!

Our Facebook friend Leona announced her gorgeous diamond ring present on our Facebook page and she is tickled pink with both the diamond ring and the wonderful shopping experience that came with purchasing it.

Diamonds International couldn’t be happier that she loves her new ring and that she enjoyed the experience of shopping with us.

Leona remarked “many thanks to Ray in the Brisbane (Diamonds International) store who made buying it such a pleasure”. We were quick to thank her for her feedback and Leona replied “if only every shopping trip ended with something so beautiful, ancient and already well loved!”

Rings are beautiful pieces of jewellery which try to symbolise the giver’s feelings. Wedding rings are no exception and they are given to the Bride and Groom by each other at wedding ceremonies to solidify their commitment to one another in front of friends and family. But, where did the history of the wedding ring and wearing it on the fourth, ring finger come from?

A ring is as close to a circle as possible and the symbolism of a circle means eternity or forever. Many wedding vows support this view with sentiments such as:

We can all be envious of the rich and famous lifestyles held up by popular culture as admirable. One area a girl could feel that she falls well short of the celebrity perks is with her engagement ring. Many celebrities choose to have beautifully simple and understated rings that show their true colours, while others prefer to have a rock that needs to come with an exercise video.

Here are 7 Supersized Celebrity Engagement Rings That Wow.

Our Facebook friend Kristie couldn’t be happier with her diamond jewellery purchases from Diamonds International. She and her Husband decided to not only purchase Kristie’s engagement ring from our store, but also their matching wedding rings.

Kristie had a beautiful wedding and she supplied some gorgeous pictures of both her engagement ring and hers and her husband’s wedding rings. She commented “I’m starting to get my wedding photos come through and as promised, I am sharing a couple”. She remarked of the matching wedding rings for her and her husband “they’re stunning”.

Recently, news broke that Prince Harry had been seen out wth his socialite girlfiend Cressida Bonas showcasing a mutual affection for one another. They were snapped leaving LA Salon Club, in Mayfair, London together looking happy and smitten with each other.

Sources close to Prince Harry say that he talked with them over an intimate dinner about Cressida being ‘the one’ and that marriage was a real possiblity for them. Insiders agree with the sentiment as they believe the couple has gone from strength to strength with many believing that marriage is the next logical step. Prince Harry could be soon heading out to purchase the engagement ring.

Getting engaged is an exciting experience for both of you. You can be sure that your lady has all the ideas she needs to create a stylish, modern and beautiful wedding. She will also be looking for such qualities in her engagement ring. Don’t feel overwhelmed just follow this list of 5 Top Tips for Engagement Ring Trends.

Our Facebook friend Heidi is happier than a princess in pink right now. Why? Because her wonderful man popped the question with a beautiful engagement ring from Diamonds International.

She took to Facebook to announce the happy news with a well-executed picture of the stunning engagement ring. It is a six claw solitaire ring that any girl would be proud to have placed on her finger. The Brilliant Cut means it sparkles more beautifully than a calm blue sea in the summer sun.

So you have already experienced an unforgettable moment with your gorgeous fiancée getting down on one knee to ask you to accept his hand in marriage. Now it’s party time! But how are you going to celebrate in style and not repeat all of the classless and cliché ways of drinking to your engagement?

Here are some ways to commemorate the occasion of your engagement but also the new journey you will take together.

For many of us we believe that diamonds are mined for the sole purpose of being made into stunning pieces of jewellery, especially engagement rings. However that is not always the case. Diamonds are destined for broader uses than just wonderful diamond jewellery.

Firstly, a quick science lesson to inform of us where and how diamonds are formed. Millions of years ago the Earth had within it pockets of carbon dioxide. Extreme high temperatures and powerful forces caused the carbon atoms to crystallise. The pressure became so intense that they were pushed to the surface as volcanic eruptions where they were revealed in the Earth’s surface as diamonds. As a result diamonds are one of the strongest and hardest wearing natural materials known on Earth.

We have all heard Beyoncé’s catchphrase “If you like it, then you should have put a ring on it’ and Diamonds International’s range of stunning diamond rings gives you plenty of reasons why you should. We offer a dazzling array of diamond rings worthy of admiration. There is also an option to custom design jewellery using our divine collection of loose diamonds. Your hand in the design means your loved one will get not just any ring, but the ring of their dreams.

Here are just some of our favourites from Diamond International’s impressive collection.

Now that you are an excited bride to be, that your loving partner has popped the question, the next step in this exciting journey is to show your engagement ring off.

The big reveal is a turning point for you and your fiancée and you may want to consider a few things before you run through the streets flinging your hand around and shouting it from the top of your lungs. After all if you rush it you run the risk of showing you care more about the ring than the actual engagement!

A diamond necklace is traditionally the epitome of style, sophistication and elegance, and a diamond necklace like no other can now be found at Diamonds International.

This exquisite piece of jewellery celebrates the art of design with sixteen carat of diamonds arranged in a pantheon of six-sided clusters, merging grace and grandiosity effortlessly.

Whether it’s a formal occasion, a romantic rendezvous or an opportunity to rejoice in the best life has to offer, this quality item is the perfect accessory.

Love, it makes you do crazy things. Over the years, many men and a few women have dreamed up marriage proposals that impressed not only their loved ones, but also millions of viewers on YouTube. From airplane rides to flash mobs to scavenger hunts, these love-struck couples have seriously raised the bar on popping the question.

Here are our 10 most craziest and most elaborate wedding proposals of late found on YouTube.

The princess cut is most famous for its added sparkle. The Princess cut is the second most popular cut shape for diamonds, next to a round brilliant. The cut tends to make gems appear more reflective and brilliant than gems cut in the traditional emerald cut. As a square cut, princess cut diamonds are thought to be one of the most important new cuts or shapes for diamond rings in recent years. They are a very popular gem shape for diamond engagement rings.

Diamonds are a traditional symbol of romance and love. Why do men use a diamond ring to propose? Was it always that way? What are their history?  Here 10 facts about diamonds you should know.

1. Diamond History
The name diamond is derived from the ancient Greek  (adámas), meaning proper, unalterable, unbreakable, untamed. Diamonds are thought to have been first recognised and mined in India. Diamonds have been known in India for at least 3,000 years but many suggest most likely up to 6,000 years.

Diamonds International studio is a unique jewellery store located in Brisbane. Diamonds International offers a personalised, tailored design service, turning your engagement ring or wedding ring vision into reality.  At Diamonds International, we offer one of the largest selections of quality diamond jewellery, including diamond engagement rings, wedding rings, diamond bracelets, necklaces, exquisite diamond pendants, and diamond rings for both men and women at the best possible prices.

Since opening our doors, the team at Diamonds International has been inspired by the mantra, 'Diamonds symbolise a celebration of life in all its facets'. We know diamonds and we are home of the white diamond. We have experience stretching back over three generations and we know that knowledge will help you make an informed decision. We invite you to allow Diamonds International Brisbane to share what we've learnt along the way so you can make a choice you'll value always.