Lifetime warranty. It sounds like a promise when you’re buying an engagement ring, but in fine jewelry, those words rarely mean what you think.

In this episode, fine jewelry designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com reveals the truth about engagement ring warranties: what they really cover, what voids them, and why most are written to protect the jeweler, not you.

You’ll learn why six-month inspection requirements, exclusions for normal wear and tear, and paid warranties should raise red flags.

Melanie shares the two real ways to protect your ring, a jeweler’s full lifetime warranty and proper insurance, and explains why the Melanie Casey Jewelry lifetime warranty is the real deal, and how their partnership with JM Insurance helps to further enhance your protection.

If the fine print is longer than your wedding vows, it’s not a warranty; it’s a marketing tool. Listen in to understand how to protect your jewelry the right way.

Starting October 2025, GIA will stop grading lab-grown diamonds with the traditional 4C’s, instead labeling them “Premium” or “Standard.” In this short news update, designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com explains what this change means, why most lab-grown diamonds will end up labeled “Standard,” and why it has no impact on clients. IGI reports remain the industry standard for lab-grown diamonds, so nothing changes for your engagement ring.

Shop Diamond Engagement Rings | Melanie Casey with transparent and GIA and IGI grading reports online!

THE Taylor Swift is engaged!

Designer Melanie Casey breaks down the design details of her engagement ring! This is everything we know so far.

After much debate over that grainy photo, I’m officially calling it — Taylor Swift’s engagement diamond is an antique elongated cushion cut, also known as an old mine cut. With its wide, open facets and unmistakable vintage sparkle, this natural diamond likely dates back to the early 1900s and could be worth hundreds of thousands.

Is a cushion cut at the top of your list? Listen in for a designer’s perspective on why this antique style is making a major comeback.

In this episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry, designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com explains what makes elongated cushion cut diamonds so special — and how to choose them well. Discover why this cut is both finger-flattering and versatile, how it blends antique romance with modern faceting, and the insider tips Melanie uses when sourcing elongated cushions for her collection. From understanding cut, color, clarity, and ratio to seeing how this shape shines in solitaire, bezel, and cluster designs, this is your complete guide to one of today’s most distinctive diamond cuts.

In this first episode of The Engagement Ring Podcast by Melanie Casey Jewelry, fine jewelry designer Melanie Casey of melaniecasey.com breaks down everything you need to know about bezel engagement rings.

Discover why bezel settings are one of the most secure and protective ways to set a diamond, how bezels can make a diamond appear larger, and why this style bridges antique elegance with modern minimalism. Melanie explains the craftsmanship behind a proper bezel, the versatility of different diamond cuts in bezels, and how this low-profile design makes everyday wear effortless.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• What a bezel setting is and its history in fine jewelry
• Why bezel engagement rings are considered more secure than prong settings
• How a bezel changes the look and appearance of your diamond
• Modern vs. vintage bezel styles — from solitaires to rose cuts
• Practical benefits of bezels for daily wear

If you’re considering different engagement ring settings, this episode will help you understand whether a bezel engagement ring is the right choice.

Explore Melanie Casey’s full collection of bezel engagement rings at melaniecasey.com