Home to the blue boxes that represent classic style and impeccable taste.

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In Short
From its legendary blue boxes to its ever-popular six-prong diamond solitaire engagement ring, Tiffany's is a staple in the jewelry industry. Although diamonds, emeralds and sapphires represent 70 percent of total sales, tableware, gifts and accessories are popular items as well. Pleasant and accommodating, the sales staff serves customers with respect, whether they're buying a $40 glass vase or a $40,000 diamond bracelet.

Expensive, sure, but worth every penny considering the quality, reputation and pretty packaging of these diamond rings.

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The Scene
Ah, that little blue box--it's a universal symbol of elegance and exclusivity. Tiffany & Co. is considered the place to buy an engagement ring, and for good reason: It practically invented it. If you're of able mind, body and budget, head to Tiffany's and get ready to spend.

The Goods
Tiffany's collection of diamond engagement rings is nothing short of stunning. You'll find rings of every shape, size and style. The most popular is Tiffany's signature six-prong diamond solitaire engagement ring. The brochures say engagement rings start in the high three-figure range, but you'll be lucky if you get out without spending five times that amount.

06/01/02

Stuckup and Snobby as usual

by markus

I don't know what it is about Tiffany's but some of their sales people are some of the most pompous, arrogant sales people I have ever met. Don't they realize that if they are this way, they lose business. Significant business.

I've had numerous unpleasant experiences at Tiffany's all over the world, but this location in particular.

I don't want to generalize all Tiffany's, but this is a systematic problem with some of their sales staff. I was with my girlfriend shopping for an engagement ring and the attitude that we received was unacceptable. The sales person was condescending and we felt belittled. It's unfortuante that my girlfriend really liked their Lucida ring... Because there's no way I am putting money into a business with such poor customer service.

There are lots of great jewellery stores in Houston. I would look elsewhere.

• Pros: Some very nice items
• Cons: Poor customer service, Very little selection, Snobby atmosphere