Author archive for Fairina Cheng

  • Unique jewellery and alternative engagement rings made in Sydney

    How to design jewellery that’s kind to the planet

    The planet has been kind to us. And it’s about time to start giving back. Here, we share 4 ways you can design an ethical piece of jewellery that’s kinder to the planet.

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  • Salt and pepper diamond ring and florals

    How to design a non-traditional diamond engagement ring

    While a traditional white diamond can be beautiful, timeless and strong, there are other options with all the brawn and none of the yawn. Here are 4 ways to turn your engagement ring into a piece unlike any other.

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  • Nathan Dumlao couple with flowers

    The rise of micro weddings (and how to plan one)

    Small is the new big. Luxe white weddings with six-figure budgets are making way for low-digit guest lists and intimate ceremonies. And it’s no wonder why, with benefits like fewer guests to wrangle and the freedom to put your money where your heart is.

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  • Green sapphire, Tanzanian sapphire and diamond ring in platinum

    Should I buy a non-diamond engagement ring?

    If you’re one of the growing number of people looking for an alternative to the traditional engagement ring, then this article is for you. Here are 4 questions to ask to determine if a non-diamond ring is right up your alley.

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  • Rustic diamond custom made heirloom ring with pear and baguette diamonds

    An heirloom ring in mum’s loving memory

    Charlene lives by the motto that “life’s too short”. It’s a motto she learned from her mum who sadly passed in 2019 after fighting stage 4 ovarian cancer. In mum’s memory, we combined gems from 7 pieces of jewellery Charlene inherited to create this modern heirloom ring.

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  • Pear parti sapphire engagement ring and wedding bands

    5 reasons to ditch the traditional engagement ring

    “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” the saying goes. But we disagree, and so do a growing number of jewellery lovers. The traditional solitaire diamond is falling out of fancy with modern couples. Here are five reasons to consider alternative gems and designs for your engagement ring.

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  • Rose gold, yellow gold and white gold wedding bands

    What is the difference between 9ct gold and 18ct gold?

    Slick marketing will tell you that 18ct gold is automatically “better” due to its higher price and perceived exclusivity. It can be, but this is not always the case. Find out how to choose the best gold for you in this non-judgmental guide (even when it seems like the internet is just out to confuse you).

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  • Sapphire ring in a beachside proposal

    A proposal in paradise: Sebastian and Mary’s engagement

    Right from the first time I spoke to Sebastian, it was clear that Mary was special. He proposed on Valentine’s Day at a luxurious, eco-friendly resort in Mexico, with a ring that matched the blues of the sky and the sea that surrounded them. This is their story!

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  • Handmade silver agate cufflinks as Christmas gift for Dad

    How Marnie gave Dad a Christmas gift to remember!

    Marnie likes her jewels to tell stories. And when it comes to gifts for the special people in her life, thoughtful wins over generic any day. Here’s how we, with the help of a local gemstone cutter, turned her first childhood rock into a stand-out Christmas gift for Dad, “Mark”.

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  • Luke and Alicia after the proposal

    “She said yep”: A tale of romance with a sprinkling of vengefulness!

    How a couple’s desire to one-up each other ended with them celebrating their engagement atop a Hawaiian volcano.

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