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Showing posts with label engagement ring buying guide. Show all posts
Showing posts with label engagement ring buying guide. Show all posts

Sunday, August 31, 2025

The Inappropriate Guide To Buying An Engagement Ring: Honest Diamond Buying Tips From 100+ Years In Business

Get honest engagement ring buying advice from Andy Koehn's refreshing guide. Skip jewelry store sales pitches and learn smart diamond shopping from a century-old family business.


Skip the Jewelry Store Drama

You walk into a jewelry store. The salesperson starts their pitch.

You know what happens next.

High pressure. Confusing terminology. Prices that make no sense.

Andy Koehn gets it. His family has worked in diamonds for over 100 years. He has seen every trick in the book.

Why This Guide Matters

Most jewelry guides sound like marketing brochures. This one reads like advice from your best friend.

Andy wrote this book because he cannot stand most jewelry stores either. He knows the industry from the inside. He shares what really matters when you buy a ring.

What You Get

Real talk about diamond quality. No sugar-coating the process.

Practical tips that save you money and stress.

Honest answers to questions jewelry stores avoid.

The Problem with Traditional Ring Shopping

  • Sales pressure that pushes expensive options
  • Confusing grading systems that benefit retailers
  • Marketing myths about what makes a "perfect" ring
  • Limited selection at inflated prices
  • Staff who earn more when you spend more

A Better Way to Shop

This guide teaches you to think like an insider. You learn what jewelers know but rarely share with customers.

You discover which features matter most for your budget.

You find out how to spot quality without paying premium prices.

What Makes This Different

Andy's approach feels like grabbing coffee with someone who actually cares about your wallet.

No fluff. No industry jargon. Just practical advice from someone who has sold thousands of rings.

He explains complex topics in simple terms. You walk away knowing exactly what to look for and what to avoid.

Your Next Step

Ready to shop smarter for your engagement ring?

Get "The Inappropriate Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring" and cut through the jewelry store noise.

Learn from someone who has been in the business longer than most stores have existed.

Make your ring purchase with confidence instead of confusion.

Bottom Line

This book gives you the insider knowledge jewelry stores hope you never find.

You deserve honest advice when making such an important purchase.

Andy Koehn delivers exactly that in a format you will actually enjoy reading.

Get the guide. Learn the truth. Buy your ring the smart way.

Andy Koehn's "The Inappropriate Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring" offers genuine advice from a family with over 100 years in the diamond business. This guide cuts through jewelry store marketing tactics and provides practical, honest tips for buying engagement rings without the typical sales pressure.

Friday, August 15, 2025

The Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamond Revolution: New Consumer Data And Market Predictions

BriteCo, a jewelry and watch insurer, has released new research showing how lab-grown diamonds are changing the engagement ring market in the US.

Their report, based on hundreds of thousands of appraisals and insurance records from the past five years, reveals a major shift.


Key Findings
  • Lab-grown diamonds made up over 45% of US engagement ring purchases by 2024.

  • By 2025, a 1-carat lab-grown diamond averaged $1,000 or less at retail.

  • A 1-carat natural diamond averaged about $4,200.

  • Many buyers use the savings to get larger or higher-quality diamonds.

  • Two-thirds of Gen Z engagement ring buyers chose lab-grown diamonds.

  • Millennials are also driving adoption.

Industry Impact

BriteCo CEO Dustin Lemick says the market is splitting:

  • Lab-grown diamonds are becoming an affordable, everyday luxury.

  • Natural diamonds are being positioned as rare symbols of long-term value.

Future Trends

The report points to several possible scenarios:

  • Brand differences may fade – Lab-grown diamonds could become a commodity as natural diamond companies invest heavily in marketing their exclusivity.

  • Everyday wear appeal – Affordable prices and high quality may push lab-grown diamonds into daily jewelry use.

  • Colored lab-grown diamond demand – Lower cost and custom production could boost popularity of fancy colored stones.

What This Means for You

  • If you’re shopping for an engagement ring, lab-grown diamonds let you get more size and quality for your budget.

  • Natural diamonds remain a choice if you value rarity and long-term resale potential.

  • The growing market for colored lab-grown stones could open new style options for your jewelry collection.

Thursday, August 14, 2025

The Jewelry District Podcast With Andy Koehn: Turning A Jewelry Store Into A Stage

Jewelry District Podcast hosts Victoria Gomelsky and Rob Bates talk with Andy Koehn of Koehn & Koehn Jewelers, Wisconsin. Andy shares why a store is like a stage, his ring-buying guide for men, and his thoughts on the diamond market.

Guest: Andy Koehn, owner of Koehn & Koehn Jewelers, Wisconsin.

Hosts: Victoria Gomelsky (Editor-in-Chief, JCK) and Rob Bates (News Director, JCK).


Key Points from the Episode

  • Andy Koehn runs a family-owned jewelry store in Wisconsin.

  • He’s a lifelong classic rock fan.

  • He compares a jewelry store to a stage and the staff to a band.

  • Preparation and discipline keep customers coming back—just like The Rolling Stones keep their fans.

Why the Store Is Like a Stage

  • Every display, every conversation is part of the performance.

  • Staff members have roles—like musicians in a band.

  • Even top performers rehearse. Your team needs the same consistency.

  • Ask yourself: Is your store ready for its “show” every day?

Ring-Buying Guide for Men

  • Andy wrote a guide to help men shop for engagement rings with confidence.

  • The guide addresses common questions buyers may not ask.

  • It breaks down diamond basics, styles, and budget tips in plain language.

What the Diamond Market Needs Now

  • Andy shares ideas for how the trade can better connect with today’s buyers.

  • He focuses on clarity, trust, and real value over hype.

  • Question for jewelers: Are you giving customers reasons to choose you over online sellers?

About the Guest

  • Andy Koehn is not just a jeweler—he’s also a writer.

  • He brings storytelling into his sales approach.

  • His insights come from decades of retail experience and personal passion.