The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry
The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry is your go-to guide for everything you need to know before choosing an engagement ring. Hosted by fine jewelry designer Melanie Casey of www.melaniecasey.com, each episode explores the details that matter most when buying a diamond ring — from classic solitaire and bezel settings to modern designs, colored stones, lab-grown diamonds, and unique wedding band pairings. Whether you’re just beginning your search or narrowing down your dream style, you’ll learn how to compare different engagement ring settings, understand diamond shapes and cuts, and discover how expert craftsmanship transforms a ring from ordinary to extraordinary. This podcast is designed for anyone asking questions like: What kind of engagement ring should I buy? Are bezel engagement rings more secure? Do lab-grown diamonds look different from natural diamonds? Which engagement ring styles are timeless? With every episode, you’ll gain insider insight from a professional jeweler who has helped thousands of couples find their perfect ring. Explore the full engagement ring collection at www.melaniecasey.com, and tune in weekly for clear, practical guidance that makes engagement ring shopping simple, informed, and exciting.
Episodes
Jewelry designer Melanie Casey gets real about how to properly clean your fine jewelry at home, and why skipping this step could be the reason your earrings feel itchy or your diamond ring looks dull.
In this episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast, Melanie explains exactly how to use an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner, what jewelry can and can’t go inside, and the one mistake that could ruin your gemstones.
Learn which materials...
Melanie Casey shares an inside look at Bridal Week 2025, the only time of year her fine jewelry brand offers exclusive engagement ring discounts and bridal jewelry sales—both online and in person. After a whirlwind event at the Melanie Casey showroom in Andover, Massachusetts, where over 400 guests attended, Melanie reflects on the energy, the sparkle, and the community that make this week so special.
Discover how Brida...
Have a family ring or diamond tucked away in your jewelry box that you’ll never wear, but can’t bear to part with?
You’re not alone.
In this episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast, jewelry designer Melanie Casey shares how her Heirloom Jewelry Reset Program helps clients transform cherished heirloom stones into modern, wearable designs.
Learn how resetting heirloom diamonds and sapphires can preserve family history while cr...
Timing matters more than you think when buying an engagement ring. In this episode, I break down the seasonal cycles that drive diamond pricing, the surprising effects of tariffs in 2025, and the best months of the year to shop to avoid paying a premium.
Learn when to buy, when to wait, and how to make strategic choices, whether you’re shopping for a lab-grown or natural diamond engagement ring.
We’ve just launched 17 new men’s wedding band designs at Melanie Casey Jewelry, and there’s a story behind this collection. After my husband lost his original hand-carved ring during a frisbee game, it was time for an upgrade — and the perfect chance to take a fresh look at men’s wedding jewelry.
In this short episode, I share how that moment inspired me to design 17 brand-new men’s bands, more than doubling our offerings. ...
Lifetime warranty. It sounds like a promise when you’re buying an engagement ring, but in fine jewelry, those words rarely mean what you think.
In this episode, fine jewelry designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com reveals the truth about engagement ring warranties: what they really cover, what voids them, and why most are written to protect the jeweler, not you.
You’ll learn why six-month inspection requirements, exclusio...
Starting October 2025, GIA will stop grading lab-grown diamonds with the traditional 4C’s, instead labeling them “Premium” or “Standard.” In this short news update, designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com explains what this change means, why most lab-grown diamonds will end up labeled “Standard,” and why it has no impact on clients. IGI reports remain the industry standard for lab-grown diamonds, so nothing changes for ...
THE Taylor Swift is engaged!
Designer Melanie Casey breaks down the design details of her engagement ring! This is everything we know so far.
After much debate over that grainy photo, I’m officially calling it — Taylor Swift’s engagement diamond is an antique elongated cushion cut, also known as an old mine cut. With its wide, open facets and unmistakable vintage sparkle, this natural diamond likely dates back to the early ...
In this episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry, designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com explains what makes elongated cushion cut diamonds so special — and how to choose them well. Discover why this cut is both finger-flattering and versatile, how it blends antique romance with modern faceting, and the insider tips Melanie uses when sourcing elongated cushions for her collection. From understand...
In this first episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry, fine jewelry designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com breaks down everything you need to know about bezel engagement rings.
Discover why bezel settings are one of the most secure and protective ways to set a diamond, how bezels can make a diamond appear larger, and why this style bridges antique elegance with modern minimalism. Melanie explains...
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