The Micoryan Journal

What Do VVS1, VVS2, VS1 and VS2 Mean? Jewellery Clarity Grades Explained
VVS1, VVS2, VS1, VS2 and every jewellery clarity grade explained simply — what each grade means, whether you can actually see the difference, how it affects price and sparkle, and how moissanite compares. Read more...
vintage crown moissanite ring in 925 sterling silver
Are Moissanite Rings Cheap? Why Moissanite Costs Less
Are moissanite rings cheap? Why moissanite costs a fraction of a diamond — without being lower quality. Read more...
moissanite huggie hoop earrings in 925 sterling silver
Moissanite Hoop Earrings: How to Choose
How to choose moissanite hoop earrings — sizes, styles and what suits you, with real Micoryan pairs. Read more...
moissanite halo stud earrings in 925 sterling silver
Moissanite Earrings in Sterling Silver: A Buyer's Guide
A buyer's guide to moissanite earrings in 925 sterling silver — studs, halos and hoops for everyday sparkle. Read more...
2ct halo moissanite engagement ring in sterling silver
The UK Engagement Ring Buying Guide: Stones, Settings & Sizing
An in-depth UK engagement ring buying guide: stones, settings, metals, durability and ring sizing, explained clearly and honestly. Read more...
adjustable double halo moissanite ring in 925 sterling silver
How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring? (UK)
How much should you spend on an engagement ring in the UK? Realistic figures, and why the 'months' salary' rule is a myth. Read more...
vintage halo moissanite ring in sterling silver
Moissanite Solitaire vs Halo: Which Should You Choose?
Torn between a solitaire and a halo moissanite ring? How to decide on the look, the cost and which style suits her. Read more...
Heart moissanite halo ring in sterling silver, an adjustable one-size design
Ring Sizing Explained: How to Get the Perfect Fit from Micoryan
Worried about ring size when buying online? Good news: most Micoryan rings are adjustable and fit a range of sizes. Here's how our adjustable and fixed-size rings work, a UK... Read more...
Rainbow moissanite adjustable statement ring in sterling silver
Why Most Micoryan Rings Are Adjustable (and How the Design Works)
You'll notice most Micoryan rings say ‘Adjustable – One Size'. Here's why we design them that way, how the open-band construction works, who it helps most, how to resize yours... Read more...
Heart moissanite halo engagement-style ring in sterling silver
Engagement vs Wedding vs Eternity Ring: The Differences and How to Wear Them
Engagement ring, wedding ring, eternity ring — what's the difference, when is each one given, and which order do they go on your finger? A plain-English guide to the three... Read more...
Heart moissanite halo ring in sterling silver
How to Find Out Her Ring Size Without Her Knowing
Planning a surprise proposal or ring gift? Here are the discreet ways to find out her ring size without giving the game away — from borrowing a ring to asking... Read more...
Freshwater pearl cushion stud earrings in rhodium-plated sterling silver
Best Earrings for Sensitive Ears: What to Look For (and What to Avoid)
If earrings leave your lobes sore, red or itchy, the metal is almost always to blame. Which earring materials are genuinely safe for sensitive ears, what to avoid, and the... Read more...
Two-carat rainbow moissanite statement ring in sterling silver
Moissanite Size Chart: MM to Carat, and How Big Each Size Looks
How big is a 1-carat or 2-carat moissanite, really? A clear millimetre-to-carat size chart, how each size looks on the hand, ear and neck, and how to choose the right... Read more...
Minimalist sterling silver pearl disc pendant necklace
Why Most People Overpay for Jewellery (And How to Stop)
Most of what people pay for jewellery has little to do with the piece itself. Here's an honest breakdown of where your money actually goes — brand mark-ups, shop overheads,... Read more...
Freshwater pearl stud earrings in gold vermeil, an easy everyday piece
Why Your Lifestyle Should Decide Your Jewellery, Not Trends
The jewellery you'll actually wear is decided by how you live — your job, your hands, your skin, your real week — not by what's trending. Here's why lifestyle-led buying... Read more...
Amethyst and freshwater pearl beaded necklace in gold vermeil
Why Buying Jewellery Online Can Be Better Than Buying In-Store
Buying jewellery online used to feel like a gamble. Done well, it now often beats the high street — better prices, far more choice, no sales pressure and more honest... Read more...
Freshwater pearl pendant necklace on a sterling silver chain, a quality core piece
Why Quality Over Quantity Is the Only Jewellery Strategy That Actually Works
A drawer full of jewellery you never wear is the sign of a quantity habit. Here's the honest case for buying fewer, better pieces — the cost-per-wear maths, the capsule... Read more...
Sterling silver cushion halo pendant necklace with a 2ct moissanite centre stone on a delicate box chain.
Lariat and Y-Necklaces: What They Are and How to Wear Them
The elongating, neckline-flattering Y-necklace is back. What lariat and Y-necklaces are, the difference between them, and how to style the drop. Read more...
Sterling silver ring with a 5ct round moissanite centre stone and intricate bow design with pavé accents.
Adjustable Rings: How They Work and Why They're So Practical
Adjustable, open-band rings fit almost any finger — which makes them brilliant for gifting and for rings you move between fingers. How they work, and how to care for them. Read more...
Sterling silver tennis bracelet with round halo-set moissanite stones and a blue centre stone.
Tennis Necklaces and Bracelets Explained: 2026's It-Piece
The tennis style — a continuous line of individually set stones — is one of 2026's biggest trends. What it is, where the name comes from, and how to wear... Read more...
Pearl ring with crystal halo setting
Engagement Ring Settings Explained: Solitaire, Halo, Pavé and Three-Stone
Solitaire, halo, pavé, three-stone, bezel and cluster — the ring setting shapes how the stone looks, sparkles and wears. A plain-English guide to each style. Read more...
A delicate gold-plated chain necklace with a baguette-crystal infinity pendant
Types of Necklace Chains Explained: Cable, Curb, Figaro, Rope, Box and More
Cable, curb, Figaro, rope, box, snake, herringbone — the names can be confusing. Here is a plain-English UK guide to the most common jewellery chain types, what each one looks... Read more...
Adjustable sterling silver ring with a round pink moissanite centre stone and pavé crystal detailing.
What Is a Promise Ring? Meaning, Which Finger It Goes On, and How to Choose One
What does a promise ring actually mean, which finger does it go on, and how is it different from an engagement ring? A plain-English guide to promise ring etiquette, history... Read more...
Triple-strand bracelet with Tianshan jade beads, freshwater pearls and a hand-carved jade flower charm.
Bracelet Size Guide: How to Measure Your Wrist for the Perfect Fit
How do you measure your wrist for a bracelet, and what size should you buy? A simple step-by-step guide with size charts for bracelets, bangles and tennis bracelets. Read more...
Sterling silver huggie hoops with emerald-cut moissanite drops and pavé-set crystals.
Hoops, Huggies, Studs or Drops? How to Choose Earrings That Suit You
The four earring families explained — what huggies actually are, which styles suit which face shapes, and why earring weight matters more than most shoppers realise. Read more...
Sterling silver necklace with a circular geometric pendant featuring a central moissanite and radial baguette pattern.
Watch Metals Compared: Stainless Steel vs Gold vs Silver vs Titanium
Why almost every modern watch is stainless steel, what "gold watch" can actually mean (solid, capped, plated or PVD), why silver cases are mostly a vintage thing, and how to... Read more...
Sterling silver tennis bracelet with round halo-set moissanite stones and a blue centre stone.
Quartz vs Automatic Watches: A Beginner's Guide to What's on Your Wrist
Quartz, automatic, chronograph, sapphire crystal, water resistance ratings — the watch world explained in plain English, including what those "30m water resistant" labels really mean. Read more...
Sterling silver ring with a 5ct round moissanite centre stone and intricate bow design with pavé accents.
How to Find Your Ring Size at Home (Without Guessing)
Three reliable ways to measure your ring size at home, a UK/US/EU conversion table, and the common mistakes — like measuring cold fingers — that lead to rings that don't... Read more...
Gold vermeil chain with iridescent star-shaped baroque pearls and small round freshwater pearl drops on cream background.
Hypoallergenic Jewellery: Which Metals Are Safe for Sensitive Skin?
Itchy, red or irritated skin under your jewellery? It's usually nickel. Which metals cause reactions, which are genuinely safe, and what "hypoallergenic" really means (and doesn't). Read more...
Sterling silver cushion halo pendant necklace with a 2ct moissanite centre stone on a delicate box chain.
Necklace Length Guide: How to Choose the Perfect Chain Length
Confused by 16", 18" and 20" chains? This necklace length guide explains where each length sits, which suits your neckline and face shape, and how to layer lengths like a... Read more...
Adjustable sterling silver ring with a round pink moissanite centre stone and pavé crystal detailing.
Moissanite Engagement Rings UK: The Complete Buyer's Guide
Moissanite engagement rings are growing in popularity every year. They offer diamond-quality brilliance and durability at a fraction of the price. But is moissanite right for an engagement ring? Here's... Read more...