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 are safe (like solid gold, platinum, moonstone, and labradorite) and which to avoid (opal, pearl, turquoise, coral, and fracture-filled stones). Melanie also shares why dish soap and warm water are all you really need — no harsh cleaners, no chemicals.
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your engagement ring sparkling, your earrings fresh, and your heirloom pieces lasting for generations, this episode gives you everything you need to know — straight from a professional jeweler.
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 Bridal Week kicks off the holiday proposal season, why buying early helps clients save before diamond prices rise, and what makes this event the best time to shop Melanie Casey’s handcrafted engagement rings and wedding bands.
Even if you missed the in-person event, the virtual Bridal Week sale on melaniecasey.com
runs all week—with pieces up to 50% off, limited-edition designs, and special gift card incentives for custom engagement rings.
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 creating something you’ll love to wear every day. Melanie walks through the process of resetting your stone and shares stories of clients who’ve given their heirloom jewelry a second life.
Whether you’re holding onto your grandmother’s engagement ring or your mother’s sapphire necklace, this episode shows how resetting heirloom jewelry can turn sentimental treasures into timeless fine jewelry that shines again.
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.
If you want the very best price on your dimond, shop during Melanie Casey Bridal Week, starting on October 18th, 2025, for the only time of year we host a sale on our core collection.
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. From the bold new Square Band in yellow gold to the unique Two Twines Ring design, this collection gives men more options for meaningful, beautifully designed wedding rings.
Explore the new collection in the “For Him” section at www.melaniecasey.com
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, exclusions for normal wear and tear, and paid warranties should raise red flags.
Melanie shares the two real ways to protect your ring, a jeweler’s full lifetime warranty and proper insurance, and explains why the Melanie Casey Jewelry lifetime warranty is the real deal, and how their partnership with JM Insurance helps to further enhance your protection.
If the fine print is longer than your wedding vows, it’s not a warranty; it’s a marketing tool. Listen in to understand how to protect your jewelry the right way.
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 your engagement ring.
Shop Diamond Engagement Rings | Melanie Casey with transparent and GIA and IGI grading reports online!
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 1900s and could be worth hundreds of thousands.
Is a cushion cut at the top of your list? Listen in for a designer’s perspective on why this antique style is making a major comeback.
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 understanding cut, color, clarity, and ratio to seeing how this shape shines in solitaire, bezel, and cluster designs, this is your complete guide to one of today’s most distinctive diamond cuts.
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 the craftsmanship behind a proper bezel, the versatility of different diamond cuts in bezels, and how this low-profile design makes everyday wear effortless.
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If you’re considering different engagement ring settings, this episode will help you understand whether a bezel engagement ring is the right choice.
Explore Melanie Casey’s full collection of bezel engagement rings at melaniecasey.com
