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Which Florists Offer the Best Service and Prices?
Skilled florists can interpret your tastes (or those of the recipient), determine what’s appropriate for the occasion, and then create a work of art that fits those needs. We'll help you pick the best.
Where to Buy Flowers for Less
If you want delivery, exotic flowers, or need advice, your best bet is a florist. But if you’re willing to pick up the posies yourself and want to save a lot of money, you have several other options.
What to Do If You Need an Out-of-Town Floral Delivery
When you need to send flowers to someone outside the area, what do you do? We review the options, and advise you on how to deal with each to ensure you and your special someone on the other end are happy with the results.
The Four Cs Classifications for Diamonds
The four Cs—cut, carat, color, and clarity—help determine a stone’s price. Pay attention to these guidelines, but don’t assume better grades are always worth higher price tags. You can spend a lot more money for a higher-grade stone when a lower-grade one will do.
Beyond the Four Cs: Other Factors to Consider When Buying a Diamond
When shopping for diamonds, in addition to seeing how costs are affected by cut, carat, color, and clarity, consider these other factors.
Why You Should Buy Lab-Grown Diamonds Instead of Mined Stones
Lab-grown diamonds, which are surging in popularity, are identical to mined stones but more ethical and far more affordable. Manufactured diamonds are actual diamond material (crystallized carbon); even gemologists can’t distinguish between the two without laboratory testing.
