Expert advice from seasoned artisans and leaders
in the world of ethical Canadian jewelry.

chloe lecareux wearing canadian-made 18k yellow gold diamond crescent necklace from ecksand's aura collection at paris fashion week

Ecksand at Paris Haute Couture Week

Great style belongs wherever design is approached with conviction. This July, Ecksand found Paris, worn by French model Chloé Lecareux through Haute Couture Week in a natural dialogue between French style and a French-Canadian vision of fine jewellery.

Erica Bruno
model wearing canadian-made 18k yellow gold dynasty diamond wedding rings in vogue by ecksand

Duel and Dynasty featured in Vogue: A Storied Point of View

Ecksand's Duel and Dynasty appear in the pages of Vogue Hong Kong, a nod to considered design, Canadian craftsmanship, and materials chosen to last.

Erica Bruno
model wearing canadian-made 18k yellow gold east west old mine diamond engagement ring and wedding rings from ecksand's dynasty collection

Inside the Making: The Story Behind the Dynasty Campaign

It began with a phone call. Discover how the Ecksand Dynasty campaign came to be, from antique-cut diamonds shaped by candlelight to a preserved camp in Botswana where its story could naturally unfold.

Erica Bruno
model wearing canadian-made 18k yellow gold east west oval diamond solitaire engagement ring with duel wrap bracelet and ring from ecksand

What Your Ring Finger Symbolizes: The Complete Meaning Behind Each Finger

Rings are more than decorative accessories. The ring finger meaning and the broader ring placement meaning have been used for centuries to communicate identity, values, relationships, and personal milestones. Whether...
Erica Bruno
a canadian-made 18k yellow gold round diamond engagement ring with cluster set side diamonds in the ecksand atelier from the blossom collection

Celebrity Engagement Rings and the Art of Accessible Elegance

Celebrity engagement rings command attention for a reason. They showcase brilliant center stones, exceptional craftsmanship, and price tags that occupy an entirely different conversation from most engagement ring searches. Yet...
Erica Bruno
Tags: Engagement
model wearing a canadian-made 18k white and yellow gold yellow diamond bezel engagement ring with a pear cut diamond

Engagement Ring Trends 2026: Defying Tradition with Intentional Design

The most compelling engagement ring trends in 2026 reflect a clear shift toward intentional design, personal meaning, and thoughtful craftsmanship. Through the lens of Creative Director Erica Bianchini, this year’s direction is about what’s worth choosing: designs that align taste, meaning, and material integrity.

an oil painting by Francis Sydney Muschamp (British, 1851-1929) called Admiring the engagement ring

The History of Engagement Rings: From Ancient Rome to Modern Diamonds

The history of engagement rings is far older and more complex than many people realize. Understanding the history of engagement rings reveals how this tradition evolved from a formal agreement into one of the most personal expressions of partnership. By exploring where engagement rings came from and how their meaning has changed, modern couples can better understand the symbolism behind a ring and how it connects traditions with present-day values.

Erica Bruno
grace kelly wearing a celebrity engagement ring, an emerald cut diamond 10.5ct three stone diamond engagement ring

13 Celebrity Engagement Rings That Shifted the Style Conversation

Celebrity engagement rings command attention for a reason. This guide explores the real factors behind famous engagement rings' pricing, how the value is broken down, and how thoughtfully designed engagement ring alternatives can achieve the same striking presence through intelligent material choices, proportion, and craftsmanship at any budget.

Erica Bruno
Tags: Engagement
model wearing 18k yellow gold round diamond engagement ring with diamond pave band and curved diamond wedding ring with freshwater pearl stud earrings and white blazer

How to Measure Your Ring Size at Home: The Complete Guide

Precision is central to every piece of fine jewellery. The way a ring fits determines its comfort, its presence, and how naturally it becomes part of a daily rhythm. When investing in an engagement ring crafted from recycled gold or platinum and set with ethical diamonds, especially one shaped within Ecksand’s Montreal atelier, the fit should feel as considered as the craftsmanship itself.

Ugarit Almosa
two 18k white gold diamond pave bangle bracelets

Valentine's Day Fine Jewelry Self-Gifting Guide: Caught in the Act of Self-Love

This Valentine's Day, turn the focus inward. Discover fine jewelry designed for self-gifting as an act of intention, confidence, and personal choice. Sculptural gold and diamond pieces that feel instinctive, intimate, and assured.

Kourtney Kardashian wearing Ecksand Diamond Necklace, Diamond Bangle, and Diamond Engagement Ring. Canadian-made.

Kourtney Kardashian Embraces Ecksand’s Canadian-Crafted Sustainability as Lemme Expands Globally

As Lemme widens its vision of mindful living, Kourtney Kardashian gravitates toward Ecksand’s signature fine jewelry collections, Duel and Starlight.

Erica Bruno
ecksand Interlocking X’s Diamond Dangle Earrings in 18k yellow gold

Top 10 Diamond Earrings by Ecksand: Studs, Hoops, Crawlers & Drops

Handcrafted in Montreal, these ten diamond earrings, anchored in recycled gold and set with natural or lab-grown stones, span icons to statement silhouettes. Editorial picks for a stack that lasts.

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