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How Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Changing the Industry

While "real diamonds" — or, more specifically, natural diamonds — have long been the diamond industry's most traditional option for engagement rings, the increasing demand for lab grown diamonds is shaking up the status quo of diamond sales. The lab-grown diamond industry has emerged as a key player in the...

Deco-Inspired Engagement Rings That Never Go Out of Style

Deco inspiration is always at the heart of our collections, but the rising popularity of deco style engagement rings has us feeling more in love than ever. Jewelry that draws from the history of past eras has a mesmerizing beauty that never goes out of style. And because each deco...

The Evolution of Engagement Rings: From Past to Present

People have given rings to express their devotion for thousands of years, but the style of these rings has evolved over time. From plain bands of iron to intricate gemstone rings that spell out romantic messages, wedding and engagement rings have taken many forms.  At Kirk Kara, we’re passionate about...

A Piece of Our Past: Introducing the Kirk Kara Vault

The only thing better than a beautiful vintage designer jewelry piece is a beautiful unworn vintage designer jewelry piece. With this in mind, we’re thrilled to unveil The Vault: a new, unique and exclusive shopping destination from Kirk Kara featuring one-of-a-kind, never worn pieces from our extensive archives. 1970's Original Vintage[/caption]...

Darren, Leanne & Ben Garelick Jewelers – A Tale of Three Cities

 Sometimes the perfect engagement ring is thousands of miles (and an entire ocean!) away. And while it may seem like a Herculean effort to get it to the right place at the right time, the right retail partner will move mountains to make it happen. Such is the story of...

Kirk Kara Diamond & Gemstone Engagement Rings | Ben Garelick | New York

Purchasing the perfect diamond engagement ring for the one you love has never been easier. Our newly re-designed website features stunning photography, videos and never before seen insights into our long and storied history. Each of our designs are given the spotlight and brought to life on both our site...

Giving Back Beautifully with Mending Kids

Mending Kids International is changing lives, one child at a time. Established in 2005, the humanitarian organization provides free pediatric surgeries to sick children in developing countries without access to the medical care they need. Mending Kids operates vital medical missions with renowned surgical teams who donate their time to...

Thank You for Your Service

Kirk Kara proudly supports those that serve. In honor of Military appreciation month, we’re pleased to offer 5% off for all active duty, reservists and veterans of the U.S. Armed forces. We are also proud to include public service men and women in the police, fire and paramedic fields. At Kirk...

We're Hiring!

Get a jumpstart on your new year, new you, new position now! We are looking for experienced brand ambassadors and an orders coordinator. Learn more about the positions available below. Experienced Brand Ambassador Job Description Kirk Kara is a leading designer of handcrafted jewelry, and the only bridal designer to...

How to Style a Beautiful Ring Stack

Trends come and go, but we’re thrilled that one of our favorites is withstanding the test of time. Stackable diamond bands are a fun way to customize your look, with each ring reflecting a different facet of your personality. Wearing multiple rings on the same finger makes a deliberate fashion...

Wedding Bands with Vintage Soul

For the bride captivated by all things vintage, finding the perfect wedding band feels less like shopping and more like a quest for a wearable work of art. Each one of Kirk Kara’s exquisite wedding rings is exactly that: an artistic, expertly designed piece hand-created by master craftsmen. Our rings...

The Right Engagement Ring for Your Finger Shape

There’s a clever adage that says, “Jewelry always fits.” (Isn’t that reassuring?). While we love the idea in theory, engagement rings are not necessarily one-size-fits-all. Just as you dress in ways that complement your figure, you can choose rings that flatter your finger, too. Certain styles look best on certain...

Bezel, Channel, or Pavé Set? Decoding Diamond Wedding Band Settings

The thrill of ring shopping doesn’t end when you’ve said “yes” to your Forever Captivating™ design. Now that you’ve fallen head over heels for your dream engagement ring, it’s time to find the perfect diamond wedding band to complement it forever! All Kirk Kara collections feature perfectly matched bridal sets,...

Platinum Halo Engagement Ring Designs Featured on Hollywood Today Live

Our breathtaking, one-of-a-kind halo engagement rings are truly romance personified, but don’t just take our word for it! On Hollywood Today Live, jewelry and style expert Michael O’Connor recently showcased the most fabulous trends in celebrity engagement rings, and his segment culminates with our own forever captivating halo designs. “The...

Featured Design No. SS6985MS-B

  There are countless reasons to choose a sapphire-studded band for your groom-to-be: from luck to fidelity to virtue, sapphires have been used as symbolic gifts since ancient times. Sapphire is said to be the stone of intuition, and a sapphire wedding band is a classically unique way to tell...