Summer’s bridal jewelry trends are inspired by the radiant beauty of nature. Adorned with shimmering golden rays, vibrant gemstone blossoms, and twinkling silver vines, this year’s top engagement rings and wedding bands shine with natural splendor. While nature-inspired jewelry is timeless, this summer’s trends bring a fresh twist. Design details like playful silhouettes, bohemian accents,…
Symbolic Swirls: Introducing the Rayana Collection
Our romantic new Rayana collection is a symbolic and physical representation of eternal love. And while it’s true that any engagement ring can be a symbol of lasting love, Rayana has a unique and compelling backstory that makes its symbolism both special and intentional at once. Like marriage itself, this collection is the union of…
Jennifer & Dan: Med School Sweethearts’ Seaside Proposal (and Custom Ring!)
Jennifer Novak and Dan Burkett found each other in Chicago during her first and his third year of medical school. Like so many love stories, theirs began unassumingly. They spotted each other in a hospital hallway one cold winter night, then introduced by mutual friends. A few weeks later marked their very first date: a…
So Very You: Custom Kirk Kara Rings
Just like relationships and marriages, engagement rings are never a one-size-fits all deal. Each ring is truly unique — despite the setting you choose, no two center stones are the same color, shape, or size. Your ring should be a reminder of that magical, elated moment you said, “Yes!” But what if you can’t find…
Meet Lucy Kara, Our Marvelous Matriarch and Muse
Every great story has a muse behind the scenes. Whether it’s on stage, the big screen, in business, or somewhere in between, a source of inspiration fuels the passion that brings grand creations to life. In the case of Kirk Kara, this vital role is played by the family’s matriarch, Lucy. Though our award-winning jewelry…
A Piece of Our Past: Introducing the Kirk Kara Vault
The only thing better than a beautiful vintage designer jewelry piece is a beautiful unworn vintage designer jewelry piece. With this in mind, we’re thrilled to unveil The Vault: a new, unique and exclusive shopping destination from Kirk Kara featuring one-of-a-kind, never worn pieces from our extensive archives. For the first time in our history, we’ve…
Darren, Leanne & Ben Garelick Jewelers – A Tale of Three Cities
Sometimes the perfect engagement ring is thousands of miles (and an entire ocean!) away. And while it may seem like a Herculean effort to get it to the right place at the right time, the right retail partner will move mountains to make it happen. Such is the story of Darren and Leanne, a couple…
Kirk Kara Diamond & Gemstone Engagement Rings | Ben Garelick | New York
Purchasing the perfect diamond engagement ring for the one you love has never been easier. Our newly re-designed website features stunning photography, videos and never before seen insights into our long and storied history. Each of our designs are given the spotlight and brought to life on both our site and those of our authorized…
Giving Back Beautifully with Mending Kids
Mending Kids International is changing lives, one child at a time. Established in 2005, the humanitarian organization provides free pediatric surgeries to sick children in developing countries without access to the medical care they need. Mending Kids operates vital medical missions with renowned surgical teams who donate their time to treat children in need all…
Our Take on Royal Engagement Ring Style
With Prince Harry set to walk down the aisle with soon-to-be real-life princess Meghan Markle, the world has royal wedding fever, and with good reason. The epitome of decorum and grace, the British royal family has long commanded global intrigue and fascination. And not surprisingly, the captivation magnifies each time a House of Windsor heir…