Natalie P. McNeal

Natalie is journalist, blogger, and author of ‘The Frugalista Files: How One Woman Got Out of Debt WIthout Giving Up the Fabulous Life.’

The best places to buy engagement rings

A savvy buyer can save money on engagement rings diamond jewelry — up to 50% — by avoiding big box jewelry stores. The best place to buy diamonds for cost-conscious romantics is a jeweler based exclusively or primarily online; here’s

Lab-grown diamonds vs. ‘real’ diamonds: Which should you buy?

Lab-grown diamonds are far less expensive than their mined antecedents, and they’re a great option for those who want a heart-stopping piece of jewelry without a heart-stopping price tag. But mined diamonds may still be attractive to traditionalists who prefer