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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...

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...

Shape Wars & Setting Showdowns: The Lab-Grown Diamond Decisions Dividing Brides Right Now

Oval or elongated cushion? Claw set or bezel? Yellow gold or platinum? These are the questions on every bride-to-be's lips right now, and at Fogal & Barnes, we hear them every single week. Whet...

Darlings, You Don't Need to Wait for Someone to Put a Ring on It.

The diamond you've always wanted is now more affordable, more ethical, and more spectacular than ever before. Mona Norman, owner of Fogal and Barnes Fine Jewellers in Harrogate, reveals why lab gro...

Heirloom by Fogal & Barnes Vintage Inspired Engagement Rings in Harrogate

Heirloom is the newest collection by Fogal & Barnes Fine Jewellers in Harrogate — a curated selection of antique mounts and vintage inspired engagement rings made to order. Each design is craft...

You’re Engaged… Now What?

You’re engaged — the ring is on, the messages are flooding in, and suddenly everyone wants to see that hand. But once the excitement settles, what actually comes next? From insuring your engagement...

Introducing Our New Pre-Loved Jewellery Collection

Discover our newly launched Pre-Loved Jewellery Collection — a beautiful selection of one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, each personally chosen by Mona for their charm and craftsmanship. Availabl...