Fall For Forevermark

luxelifestylemag • October 1, 2018

A pile of diamonds on a blue surface

Fall For Forevermark
As the leaves evolve into shades of rustic red and gold, the temperature begins its descent, and we look forward to another holiday season. Over the winter months, loved ones come together to celebrate traditions, whether cultural or familial.
Viewed as a celebrative and joyous time of year, the winter months are also seen as a season of romance and engagements. The months between December and February are the most popular for wedding proposals, with Christmas Eve and Christmas Day being among the top three dates.

A key essential to any proposal is the sometimes intimidating task of selecting the perfect engagement ring for your significant other. Your goal is to capture the essence of your love and devotion in one piece of jewelry that truly resonates with your future partner. But in the world of diamond mining, it is critical that you find a diamond that is conflict free, uninvolved from violence, worker exploitation, and environmental devastation. Unfortunately, at any point along the supply chain, whether during mining and cutting to polishing and retail distribution, diamonds with questionable histories can be mixed into the diamond supply.
Forevermark, one of the companies under the prestigious De Beers Company, ensures that each and every one of its diamonds is responsibly sourced through a unique inscription, a symbol of their enduring commitment to integrity. By keeping track of their diamonds throughout the cutting and polishing process, Forevermark is able to ensure that each Forevermark diamond is 100% natural, untreated, and responsibly sourced.

There are so many reasons that Forevermark is the perfect choice to start your new tradition. With a Forevermark diamond, you know you are getting something rare. It's a piece that's completely, wholly unique, just like your significant other. Each diamond has an inscription which identifies it. You can even register your Forevermark diamond, providing another touchstone to the history of memories associated with it. The company gives you the opportunity to cement the distinctiveness of your diamond.

You also know that you are purchasing something exceptional, because they are using only the highest quality of diamonds. There is an extensive evaluation process to ensure that only the best diamonds are used. A Forevermark diamond is also responsibly sourced, so you know that you are contributing to an ethical company. Forevermark gives back to the countries where it mines their diamonds, providing education, training and work opportunities, agricultural support, and other services to ensure they are being responsible.
Diamonds are an expression of love and commitment and therefore, should be free from violence and conflict. As engagement season draws near, think about the beauty of giving your future spouse a Forevermark diamond.

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