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Dear Whiteflash Sales Team,

 

I just had to write you and let you know how much I love my engagement ring! Dustin proposed last weekend and it was amazing- I hadn't seen the ring at all (or any of the pics) since I last talked with you, so it was a total surprise what it looked like. The diamond is GORGEOUS- really, it is stunning. It sparkles like crazy and has so much fire- it is just putting out color all over the place. I am so happy with the whole ring, and still can't believe we got so much quality for such a great price! You were so helpful throughout the whole process, and I cannot thank you enough. Whiteflash is an amazing company and I will tell everyone that I know to go to you for their engagement purchases. 

 

The I color is fantastic (I really can't notice any tinge of color- it's more a slight warmth at times in certain lighting- otherwise, it looks icy white in most lighting), and I am really enjoying the flouro. I also do not mind the inclusion at all- I can hardly ever see it, and only when I am staring at the diamond from a distance of 2-3 inches away from my eyes (and even then I have to squint my eyes to see it). The diamond setting is gorgeous too- it really displays the diamond in a great way without being too high that I knock it on various things. I still think I might eventually take you up on the offer to shave the prongs if I want a wedding band to sit flush, but maybe I should try on a few before I decide if it's worth it. The whole ring is just elegant and classic- I couldn't ask for anything more!

 

Again, thanks SOOOOOO much for all of your help- you were constantly attentive and helpful. I have never had such wonderful customer service. Thanks for all that you did to make this ring and proposal so spectacular!

All the best to you always,

Kate

 

 

 

 

 

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Dante White, thrown out of his mother’s home at the age of 14, has been living on the streets of Washington, DC for half of his life.  Nine years ago, he met Nhiahni Chestnut, now 39, who is also homeless after a long battle with drugs and alcohol.  They began talking and spending time together, finding safety and comfort in knowing someone in the same situation. 

The couple regularly attended a Bible study and meal program run by Grace Episcopal Church in Georgetown, an affluent neighborhood in the Capitol City.  A few months ago, White confided in another parishioner that he would love to marry the woman who made his situation bearable for so long. 

According to Margaret Davis, another Grace Episcopal churchgoer, “In good Grace congregation fashion, everyone got behind the idea: one person managed flowers, I helped with wedding rings, one woman made the cake, someone helped with the tux and someone else with the bride’s gown.”

Yet another parishioner paid for a two-night stay at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel in Virginia. 

The couple’s wedding was much like any other wedding, but there was an element of sadness to it as well.  After the service, the couple posed for pictures and fed each other chocolate layer cake.  Two Washington jazz musicians played during the reception. 

The bride told an AFP reporter, “This is beyond my wildest dreams.  This is exactly how I wanted my wedding to be.”

However, once their short honeymoon is over, the couple will return to the streets, where, according to White, “You have to sleep with one eye open.”

The Grace Church parishioners are not done yet, however.  They are working now on helping the couple find jobs, affordable housing, and some furniture to start building for their future together.

“There is a certain element of urgency to this,” said Davis. “Love will get them through so much, but at the end of the day they do need housing.”

For a few short and wonderful days, however, Dante White and Nhiahni Chestnut got to feel like any other newlyweds, something they wouldn’t have dreamed possible.

 

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Dear Whiteflash Sales Team,

 

My apologies once again, work has been crazy today and I had to catch up from my 2 days out of work. But here we are finally :)

 

Let me assure you that I am absolutely delighted with the custom design!!!! Joe did an amazing job! I am very glad I listened to his suggestions and that we did some slight adjustments regarding the thickness of the band, because it turned out PERFECT!

 

What I love the most is that now, the engagement ring is in harmony with the custom wedding band, they are not taking away for each other but truly complement each other rather. 

 

Obviously, I am equally happy with the upgrade from 1.2 to 1.7 carat, the proportions of the diamond are perfect for the 0.15 carat of the band. It does make a huge difference on my size 6 finger, and I have to admit that I love it!! :) No issue for downgrading in color and increasing the carat size. :)  I can see a slight difference down grading from F to H, but I actually like it better, the diamond seems more transparent, which I like, rather than white.

 

So as you can tell, I am extremely happy with the final product and I know it is a team work but I would like to thank you both especially for your help during this process.

 

Since this week end was gorgeous, I got a chance to take a few photos, so I am attaching you a few so you can see the final set!

 

Thank you again,

Nathalie.

 

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The fun thing about planning a casual wedding is the flexibility. Instead of adhering to formal wedding etiquette, you can create a wedding celebration to your own liking - deleting or including whichever traditional wedding rituals fit your needs. Having so many choices, however, can be a bit overwhelming. If you’d like to plan a casual wedding, but aren’t sure where to start, follow these steps to help reel in your ideas and to begin formulating the wedding of your dreams.

• The Bigger Picture - First, ask yourself: Just how casual do you want your wedding to be? Do you want to wear street clothes and serve a homemade sheet cake or wear a gauzy white sundress and serve cherry pie instead of wedding cake? Run through the details with your fiancé and write down your ideas. Get a good idea of how you want your wedding to feel-both for yourself and for your guests. Casual means different things to different people-so get clear on what it means for the both of you.
• The Guest List - Most (but not all) casual weddings call for a smaller guest list. Inviting fewer people will ensure a less fussy, easy - going atmosphere and save you a lot of stress. Plus, when you have a smaller crowd you can afford to include a few luxurious details that you wouldn’t have otherwise been able to include in your celebration.
• The Venue - Another perk of planning a casual affair is that you won’t have to spend a fortune on your wedding ceremony and reception venue. Choose a location that reflects the "level of casual" you want. For example, if you’re thinking sundresses and flip flops go with an outdoor setting, preferably on or near a beach. Other ideas are: parks, backyards, community center, your favorite restaurant, or a farm.
• The Style - Casual does not have to lack style. If your personal style tends toward bohemian, for example, bring elements of this style into your wedding planning. Go with rich colors and vintage details. Your wedding can still exude elegance without being a formal affair. Make sure that your wedding style matches your diamond engagement ring style.
• The Food - If you’re hosting a smaller crowd, serve a family-style meal. Being able to sit at a table with your loved ones makes the occasion feel more intimate. Another idea is to serve a buffet-style dinner so your guests can help themselves to a simply cooked meal. Place pitchers of water, lemonade, and iced tea along with bottles of wine on a self-serve table as well. Also, set out tubs of ice filled with sodas and beer so that guests can reach for their own refreshments. Your wedding meal can feel more like a potluck dinner or a family gathering than a formal wedding. Just make sure someone is in charge of restocking food and drinks when supplies run low.
• The Details - Instead of spending an arm and a leg on flowers you can go with more casual, less expensive (however still beautiful) varieties such as daisies, sunflowers, or a mix of in-season wild flowers. If you'll only be addressing 50 invitations, get creative and make them by hand. You'll be able to communicate the tone of your casual affair this way to your guests. Be sure to mention what guests should wear to the occasion just so that there is no confusion. For example, you can tell your guests to wear whatever is comfortable and to refrain from wearing heels if you’ll be married on uneven outdoor terrain.

 

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There are three guarantees in life: death, taxes, and men not wanting to spend time in a jewelry shop. The simple truth is that most men are just not wired to enjoy the process of picking out and wearing jewelry (props to the ones that are, you’re life is going to be a lot easier).

 

Furthermore, when a groom comes to the realization that when he slips that wedding band on, it’s going on FOREVER, it tends to lead to some anxiety. It’s not that the groom doesn’t want to display his love and devotion to his wife - it’s just that it’s jewelry...and he’s wearing it FOREVER.

 

After the wedding, it’s naturally going to be an adjustment for a guy to always have a ring on his finger (especially if he’s never worn one before). If you grooms out there are like me, you’ll find yourself constantly playing and tinkering with the ring for the first few months. Some guys, however, like to take it a step further by coming up with reasons why he sometimes shouldn’t have to wear the ring...

 

Some of these reasons have merit behind them, however most are completely bogus. Here are a few examples of when it’s acceptable to take the ring off (and when it’s not).

 

Valid excuse: "I’m going to be in the ocean" - Reasonable excuse. If that ring slips off in the ocean, there’s no getting it back.

 

Bogus excuse: "I’m allergic to jewelry" - Yes, we know that metal allergies do exist. But they’re very rare. If the groom does have an allergy, make sure to get it checked out and don’t buy a ring that irritates his skin. This is used far more often as a bogus excuse than a valid one.

 

Valid excuse: "It’s a safety issue or a distraction at work" - If he works around heavy-duty machinery or works closely with his hands – it’s probably a safe idea to not wear the ring at work.

 

Bogus excuse: "It hurts my golf swing" - Survey says: NO! I’m an avid golfer, and never once has my wedding band affected my swing. Sorry, guys. Nice try.

 

Valid Excuse: "I’m doing the dishes, and I don’t want it to fall down the drain" - That dish soap does get pretty slippery.

 

Bogus Excuse: "I’m going to my little bro’s bachelor party, I wanna feel as young as everyone else there" - C’mon guys, use your head.

 

TMR Recommendation: Only remove your wedding band under certain circumstances that have been signed off on by your wife. Now guys, you don’t have to listen to me - but if you don’t - you might want to start decorating the dog house because you’re probably going to be spending a lot of time in there.

 

 

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