16-Inch Lasso Diamond and Chain Tennis Bracelet Necklace 3.98 Carat Total Weight

Natural vs. Lab-Created Diamonds

We carry both natural and lab-created diamonds, so you can pick whichever fits your priorities. Natural diamonds formed underground over billions of years. Every stone is one of a kind, with its own character and story. Lab-created diamonds are grown in a controlled setting using the same conditions that create natural diamonds. Chemically and visually, they're identical to mined stones.

Both types get graded on the same 4Cs scale (Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat), and both sparkle the same way. The decision usually comes down to what matters most to you: the history and rarity of a natural diamond, or the value and traceability of a lab-grown one. Either way, you're getting a real diamond.

• Natural Diamonds: Formed over billions of years, rare, each stone is unique
• Lab-Created Diamonds: Same physical properties, traceable origin, better price point
• Grading: Both graded identically using Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat
• Bottom Line: Pick based on what matters to you, not what anyone else thinks

The Story Behind Tennis Bracelets

A tennis bracelet is a line of diamonds set in a flexible band that wraps around your wrist. The name comes from Chris Evert's 1987 U.S. Open match—her diamond bracelet flew off mid-game, and she stopped play to find it. The name stuck. These bracelets have been a jewelry staple ever since because they work with almost anything you wear.

• Diamonds run in a single continuous row
• Flexible links let you move your wrist freely
• Dress it up or down depending on the occasion
• Comes in different carat weights and diamond cuts

How Much Sparkle Do You Want?

Tennis bracelets range from around 2 carats total weight up to 10 or more. What works best depends on your wrist size, how subtle or bold you want to go, and your budget. A 3-5 carat bracelet hits the sweet spot for most people—enough sparkle to notice without being over the top. Go higher if you want serious presence.

• 2-3 CTW: Understated, works well for smaller wrists
• 4-5 CTW: The crowd favorite, good balance of size and sparkle
• 6-7 CTW: More substantial, turns heads
• 8+ CTW: Full-on statement piece

Prongs vs. Bezels vs. Channels

How the diamonds are held in place matters for both looks and security. Four-prong settings let the most light through, so your diamonds sparkle more. Bezel settings wrap metal around each stone—more protection, sleeker look. Channel settings tuck diamonds between two metal walls for a smooth, modern profile.

• Four-Prong: Best sparkle, traditional look
• Three-Prong: Shows a bit more of each diamond
• Bezel: Safest option, contemporary feel
• Channel: Low profile, diamonds sit flush

Getting the Right Fit

Most tennis bracelets come in 6.5, 7, or 7.5 inches. You want a little room—about half an inch of give—so it sits comfortably and moves with you. Wrap a soft tape measure around your wrist, then add half an inch to three-quarters of an inch. That's your size.

• 6.5 inches: For wrists around 5.75-6 inches
• 7 inches: Most common size, fits 6.25-6.5 inch wrists
• 7.5 inches: For wrists around 6.75-7 inches
• Custom sizing available if standard lengths don't work

Keeping Your Bracelet in Good Shape

Tennis bracelets have a lot of small prongs, so they need some attention. Give it a gentle cleaning with soap and water every few weeks. Take it to a jeweler twice a year to make sure all the prongs are still tight—catching a loose stone early saves headaches later.

• Clean it monthly with mild soap and a soft brush
• Get the settings checked every six months
• Store it flat so it doesn't kink
• Take it off for yard work, sports, or anything rough
• Insure it—peace of mind is worth it