It's no coincidence that Kirk Kara is the only jewelry designer to win Jeweler's Choice Award for Best Bridal Design nine years in a row–after all, there's no other ring that so perfectly captures the essence of what it means to be a bride: family rooted, modern yet vintage-inspired, boldly romantic and captivatingly detailed. This…
Surprise Proposals She’ll Never See Coming
You didn't fall in love with her because of an elaborate setting, painstakingly-planned circumstances and picture-perfect lighting; you fell in love because being a part of each other's lives made the ordinary brighter. You love all the little things — the way she wears your sweatshirts around the house, the shows you watch together over your…
Shopping Together for Engagement Rings
As you think about the engagement ring that illustrates your love, certain details may immediately come to mind. You know it must be handmade and vintage-inspired, a timeless piece that will become a part of the family story you create together. Now that you've found Kirk Kara, it's all about deciding which elements of design…
Yumi and Louis: A Hawaiian Proposal
Yumi says that she and Louis do “everything backwards but exactly right.” From ring-shopping before their proposal with their little girl in tow to Louis proposing to Yumi before he even had the ring, each detail of their love story and proposal is unique and special to their one-of-a-kind, captivating relationship. “I thought it was…
Tips for Throwing an Memorable Engagement Party
If you have the honor of throwing an engagement party for some newly betrothed love-birds, we have a few ideas for creating an event to remember! From hearty dinner parties to champagne-themed brunches, there's no wrong way to celebrate an upcoming engagement. Here are a few tips to get started! 1. Brainstorm with the bride and groom:…