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The Elongated Cushion Cut: Why Everyone's Suddenly Talking About It (And Why You Still Need to Come and See Me)

Everyone's talking about the elongated cushion cut diamond right now, and yes, your customers are already asking about ratios. Mona at Fogal & Barnes Fine Jewellers in Harrogate shares the trut...

Gen Z engagement ring trends 2026 — yellow gold bezel and marquise diamond rings — Fogal & Barnes Fine Jewellers Harrogate

The New Rules of "Yes": What I'm Seeing Gen Z Do With Engagement Rings (And Honestly, I Love It)

Gen Z are rewriting the engagement ring rulebook and honestly, I love it. From marquise cuts worn east-west to thick bands, lab-grown diamonds and coloured stones, younger couples are choosing ring...