THE VVALENNE GUIDE
Guided clarity for confident choices.
Jewellery should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Explore the essentials with clear, thoughtful guidance designed to help you choose with confidence.
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Choosing Your Diamond
The 4Cs simplified. Here’s what really matters.
How well a diamond reflects light. Cut affects brightness, sparkle and contrast.
The amount of natural inclusions inside a diamond. Most are microscopic.
The weight of a diamond. Carat affects overall size and presence.
The absence of colour in a diamond. Less colour creates a whiter appearance.
HOW DO DIAMONDS DIFFER?
Diamond size & colour guide
Carat refers to the weight and visible size of a diamond, while colour describes how white or warm a diamond appears. As carat weight increases, diamonds generally appear larger and create a greater visual presence. Higher colour grades, such as D, display a brighter white appearance than grades such as G, which may show a slight natural yellow warmth.
G
Subtle natural warmth visible
1.00ct
F
Near colourless appearance
1.50ct
E
Bright white with minimal warmth
2.00ct
D
Exceptionally white appearance
WHAT DOES CLARITY LOOK LIKE?
Understanding diamond clarity
Clarity refers to the natural internal characteristics found within a diamond. These characteristics, known as inclusions, are formed during the diamond's growth. Higher clarity grades contain fewer and less visible inclusions, with VVS1 diamonds generally appearing cleaner under magnification than VS2 diamonds.
VS2
Small inclusions visible
VS1
Very small inclusions
VVS2
Extremely difficult to detect
VVS1
Nearly impossible to detect
LAB GROWN OR NATURAL?
A question of origin, not beauty.
Natural diamonds are formed by nature over billions of years, while lab grown diamonds are created using advanced technology that replicates the conditions under which diamonds form. Both are real diamonds with identical physical, chemical and optical properties. Natural diamonds are rarer, which contributes to their higher market value and higher prices.
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Yellow Gold
Its natural golden hue has made it one of the most enduring choices in fine jewellery.
18K yellow gold contains 75% pure gold, with the remaining 25% made up of alloy metals that help preserve its traditional golden colour.
White Gold
Its white appearance is achieved through a combination of alloy metals and rhodium plating.
18K white gold contains 75% pure gold, blended with white metals and finished with rhodium plating to create its bright white appearance.
Rose Gold
Its blush tone comes from the addition of copper alloys during the manufacturing process.
18K rose gold contains 75% pure gold, with the remaining 25% made up of alloy metals that create its distinctive blush pink colour.
Platinum
Its density, durability and rare composition make it one of the most sought after precious metals in jewellery.
Unlike gold alloys, platinum jewellery is typically 95% pure platinum, giving it a naturally white appearance.
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Ring Styles & Settings
Different settings, different looks. Find the one that reflects your style.
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Solitaire
Timeless and classic. Designed to showcase a single centre stone, the solitaire remains one of the most enduring and recognisable ring styles.
Hidden Halo
Subtle and refined. A circle of diamonds sits beneath the centre stone, adding hidden sparkle that is visible from the side.
Nature
Elegant and contemporary. The band curves gracefully around the centre stone, creating a design that offers a distinctive modern look.
Three Stone
Past, present and future. A centre stone is complemented by two side stones, creating a beautifully symbolic design with added brilliance.
Vintage
Romantic and detailed. Decorative elements and intricate craftsmanship draw inspiration from jewellery styles of the past.
How to measure your ring size
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Understanding Gemstones
Unlike diamonds, gemstones are valued for a combination of colour, rarity, durability and natural beauty. Each stone offers unique characteristics that influence its appearance, suitability for everyday wear and long term value.
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Certification & Confidence
Independent grading laboratories assess and document a diamond's characteristics using internationally recognised standards, helping you purchase with greater certainty and peace of mind.
Designed to Last
Quality materials and timeless designs made for everyday wear and lasting appeal.
Selected with Care
A focus on balance, simplicity, and refined jewellery design across every collection.
Chosen for Quality
A focus on quality, transparency, and jewellery that feels timeless to wear.