Diamond Designs Unlimited

Diamond Designs Unlimited The original "Quality for Less" jewelry store...since 1992 !

02/03/2026

Buying jewelry isn’t about “taste.”
It’s about process of elimination.

Metal first:
White gold = modern
Yellow gold = classic
Rose gold = romantic

Then durability:
24K = too soft
18K = luxury, scratches
14K = daily wear sweet spot

Then proportions:
Small hands → thinner bands
Larger hands → thicker bands

Then personality:
Solitaire = confident
Halo = bold
Bezel = modern
Vintage = sentimental

By the time you answer those,
there’s usually only one or two rings left.

01/10/2026

White topaz and white sapphire can be attractive diamond alternatives, especially if your priority is getting more visual size for your budget.
What’s important to understand is how these stones perform over time.
White topaz is a softer stone. It scratches more easily and tends to lose its surface polish, which means it can look dull after extended daily wear. It’s generally better suited for fashion jewelry or rings worn occasionally.
White sapphire is significantly harder and more durable than topaz, making it a better long-term option. However, it still does not refract light the same way a diamond does and can appear more muted or cloudy over years of constant wear.
These stones are not bad choices. They are simply designed for different purposes.
If your goal is maximizing size and value upfront, white topaz or white sapphire can make sense. If your goal is a ring meant to be worn every day for decades, durability and long-term appearance become far more important than initial size.
There is no wrong choice. There is only an informed one.
The right ring isn’t about trends.
It’s about how you actually live your life.

01/07/2026

Your diamond doesn’t fall out all at once.
It leaves one prong at a time.
Prongs are the tire tread of your ring.
You don’t notice the wear… until it’s gone.
Everyday life slowly grinds them down—
handwashing, gym equipment, keyboards, pockets, steering wheels.
And when the tread is bald, one wrong bump is all it takes.
That’s why maintenance isn’t optional.
It’s insurance.
And then there’s chlorine.
Hot tubs and pools don’t just “clean” jewelry—they weaken metal at a molecular level.
Prongs become brittle. Settings loosen.
The diamond doesn’t crack—the ring gives up on it.
The smartest jewelry owners aren’t careful.
They’re intentional.
Your ring should match your life.
If you work with your hands…
If you’re active…
If you’re in healthcare, construction, fitness, or creative work…
You may need a different setting.
A lower profile.
More protective prongs.
A design that works with your life instead of against it.
Diamonds are forever.
Settings are not—unless you take care of them.
Maintenance keeps the story intact.

12/27/2025

What's Your Birth Stone?

Some are be believed to have mystical powers, they've changed throughout history and there are good places to start when looking for a piece of jewelry for yourself or someone you care about.

12/17/2025

Most people think a diamond’s value is decided by how big it looks.
That’s wrong.
A diamond’s value is decided by how precisely it’s engineered to feel.
Cut.
Color.
Clarity.
Carat Weight
Not as specs — but as a system.
Cut is the most important
It controls how light moves, where attention lands, and whether the stone feels alive or flat.
A perfectly cut diamond doesn’t sparkle louder — it sparkles smarter.
Your eye knows instantly.
Color is emotional temperature.
Too warm, and it feels aged.
Too cold, and it feels sterile.
The right color doesn’t announce itself — it disappears, letting light do the talking.
Clarity isn’t about flawlessness.
It’s about coherence.
Carat weight is presence, not dominance.
Bigger isn’t better.
Balanced is better.
True luxury never shouts — it holds space.

Here’s the truth no one tells you:
You don’t choose a diamond.
Your eye does.
When the proportions are right, you feel it in your body before your mind explains it.
When something’s off, you feel that too — immediately.
This is why two diamonds with the same specs can feel wildly different.
One is technically correct.
The other is emotionally correct.
Cut, color, carat, and clarity aren’t metrics.
They’re signals.
And the best ones don’t convince you.
They resonate.
Because when it’s right —
you don’t need to ask.

12/17/2025

4 C's of Purchasing diamonds Cut Color clarity

LOVE JEWELRY? LOVE PEOPLE? Let's talk! Diamond Designs is looking for a friendly, mature professional who desires to gro...
09/07/2022

LOVE JEWELRY? LOVE PEOPLE? Let's talk! Diamond Designs is looking for a friendly, mature professional who desires to grow in a fun and fascinating industry with a well-established business who is a leader in the community it serves.
Laid back small family styled company with great perks and a fun environment. Interested? Call or drop in at 6111 100th St SW; Lakewood, WA
253-581-7201

05/18/2022
Happy new year Diamond Designs Family!We had a fantastic Christmas season and we hope you all had a good holiday ❤️A maj...
01/07/2022

Happy new year Diamond Designs Family!

We had a fantastic Christmas season and we hope you all had a good holiday ❤️
A majority of things we send to our metal smith who has the fancy tools needed for repairs, but some things we are able to fix in house 😁.
For instance these earrings I used jump rings (little loops) to fix the drops, and connect the earrings so that they dangle properly.

We can also add on bigger clasps to necklaces, change your watch battery, restring a Pearl necklace, untangle necklaces, and so much more!
Be sure to stop in and say hi! Or give us a call if you have any questions!
(253)581-7201

Dreaming of a white Christmas? These stackable white gold and diamond rings are the answer! Come on in and see for yours...
12/01/2021

Dreaming of a white Christmas? These stackable white gold and diamond rings are the answer! Come on in and see for yourself!

Happy Small Business Saturday!! We have deals and some giveaways! Be sure to stop in and say hello 😁We’re open till 4:00...
11/27/2021

Happy Small Business Saturday!!

We have deals and some giveaways! Be sure to stop in and say hello 😁
We’re open till 4:00. Feel free to call us if you have any questions:
253-581-7201

I love these opals; round or domed and set with diamonds all around! Perfect for holiday gift giving!Amethyst and aquama...
11/24/2021

I love these opals; round or domed and set with diamonds all around! Perfect for holiday gift giving!

Amethyst and aquamarine dainties for every occasion! Come see them on Small Business Saturday!

So beautiful, it's like wearing a tiara on your finger!

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6111 100th Street SW, Ste A
Lakewood, WA
98499

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+12535817201

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