Harry Winston, Tiffany and Cartier and frustrations

[diamondseeker2006]

You asked above about how people upgrade. Some, like me, wore my original ring for many years and then kept it when I got my new e-ring for an anniversary. Some people set the original stone in a pendant or another piece of jewelry. Others buy a diamond from a seller that allows 100% of the purchase price towards the upgraded stone so they trade in their first diamond. You need to verify that with Victor, and definitely Good Old Gold and WhiteFlash do. I would not buy from seller that does not have a good upgrade policy just in case you decide to upgrade the stone later. If you do, I would choose a plain, inexpensive setting for now and put most of the money in the diamond. Or, if you plan to keep the diamond you buy now for your e-ring, then I would consider one of Victor's beautiful halo settings!

I am a little confused at what you were told, though, because I thought the antique cushions (AVC's) were the only stones from GOG that could not be sent to Victor to set. I think if you get a round diamond, you could send it anywhere you wish to be set.

 

[arkieb1]

I own items by Victor and have seen his new H & A stones which he is currently getting cut specifically for his range of stock. The stones are to die for. They will keep up with your Harry Winston stones and outdo most of your Tiffany ones. His settings specifically his pave is nicer than Tiffany by a long way, better than Cartier and once again his pave as good if not better (I think better but some people don't agree with me) than any pave in Harry Winston.

He is now offering a trade up policy just like Good Old Gold and others do, so if you buy a stone from him and wish to upgrade it in a few years time then he will buy it back provided you buy another larger one from him and that it is not damaged in any way. How do I know? Because I have been thinking about buying one of his cushions and I asked him.

You have a few options; buy the biggest stone you can and put it into a simple solitaire setting. Or buy a top cut eye clean stone in a colour you like and put it into one of his Emilya halos. The advantage of this halo is that it makes your ring look much much bigger on the hand, and it looks like something you spent a fortune on because the pave is magnificent.

Here are some links to show you what this ring looks like;

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-rb-halo-ring-my-forever-setting-finally.164262/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-rb-halo-ring-my-forever-setting-finally.164262/[/URL]

Here is a video of the ring above it has a 2.30 carat centre;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYHSIbdcJ08

Sox's ring is one of the more recent ones he has made;

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/2-04-mrb-in-vc-emilya-halo.193131/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/2-04-mrb-in-vc-emilya-halo.193131/[/URL]


If you ask Victor will also give a bit of a discount on the setting if you purchase the centre diamond from him as well!!!

 

[Nymphettamine]

Oh, I am not sure what to do with the stones. I am a bit ashamed to mention another brand to him after the GOG rejection and since he was so nice and so responsive, I feel I should order from his own stones to be nice back (especially since I am so set up on cushion). And his cushions catch my eyes the most. I like the wide facets. I am a very new to this section and I sadly judge by my own eyes prettiness not beeing to aware what it is fashionable now in a cushion. I just like that style.

My boyfriend likes alot princess cuts but for me are the least appealing ones. I think I am more of a soft curves style, either round cushion or oval.

antique cushions are very in, at least, on PS. Plus the larger facets lend themselves even BETTER to colors like an I. If thats what you eye is picking go for it. Youre eyes will be looking at it for years

Oh, so my eyes picked a bit trendy. Good! I am usually a very conservatory ad classic kind of person.

You asked above about how people upgrade. Some, like me, wore my original ring for many years and then kept it when I got my new e-ring for an anniversary. Some people set the original stone in a pendant or another piece of jewelry. Others buy a diamond from a seller that allows 100% of the purchase price towards the upgraded stone. You need to verify that with Victor, and definitely Good Old Gold and WhiteFlash do. I would not buy from seller that does not have a good upgrade policy just in case you decide to upgrade the stone later. If you do, I would choose a plain, inexpensive setting for now and put most of the money in the diamond. Or, if you plan to keep the diamond you buy now for your e-ring, then I would consider one of Victor's beautiful halo settings!

I am a little confused at what you were told, though, because I thought the antique cushions (AVC's) were the only stones from GOG that could not be sent to Victor to set. I think if you get a round diamond, you could send it anywhere you wish to be set.

I was told by Victor that he does not accepts GOG. Then GOG emailed me that they do not carry VC. Maybe I did not express well. With my english is very possible.

I own items by Victor and have seen his new H & A stones which he is currently getting cut specifically for his range of stock. The stones are to die for. They will keep up with your Harry Winston stones and outdo most of your Tiffany ones. His settings specifically his pave is nicer than Tiffany by a long way, better than Cartier and once again his pave as good if not better (I think better but some people don't agree with me) than any pave in Harry Winston.

He is now offering a trade up policy just like Good Old Gold and others do, so if you buy a stone from him and wish to upgrade it in a few years time then he will buy it back provided you buy another larger one from him and that it is not damaged in any way. How do I know? Because I have been thinking about buying one of his cushions and I asked him.

You have a few options; buy the biggest stone you can and put it into a simple solitaire setting. Or buy a top cut eye clean stone in a colour you like and put it into one of his Emilya halos. The advantage of this halo is that it makes your ring look much much bigger on the hand, and it looks like something you spent a fortune on because the pave is magnificent.

Here are some links to show you what this ring looks like;

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-rb-halo-ring-my-forever-setting-finally.164262/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/victor-canera-rb-halo-ring-my-forever-setting-finally.164262/[/URL]

Here is a video of the ring above it has a 2.30 carat centre;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYHSIbdcJ08

Sox's ring is one of the more recent ones he has made;

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/2-04-mrb-in-vc-emilya-halo.193131/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/2-04-mrb-in-vc-emilya-halo.193131/[/URL]


If you ask Victor will also give a bit of a discount on the setting if you purchase the centre diamond from him as well!!!

Good to know that, too. I just saw on his FB page that pear shape ring with pear sidestones and I just died. Died completly. Although on me will look like I stole it from somebody else with my short fingers.

You asked above about how people upgrade. Some, like me, wore my original ring for many years and then kept it when I got my new e-ring for an anniversary. Some people set the original stone in a pendant or another piece of jewelry. Others buy a diamond from a seller that allows 100% of the purchase price towards the upgraded stone so they trade in their first diamond. You need to verify that with Victor, and definitely Good Old Gold and WhiteFlash do. I would not buy from seller that does not have a good upgrade policy just in case you decide to upgrade the stone later. If you do, I would choose a plain, inexpensive setting for now and put most of the money in the diamond. Or, if you plan to keep the diamond you buy now for your e-ring, then I would consider one of Victor's beautiful halo settings!

I am a little confused at what you were told, though, because I thought the antique cushions (AVC's) were the only stones from GOG that could not be sent to Victor to set. I think if you get a round diamond, you could send it anywhere you wish to be set.

I would like to keep t and make it a brooch or a pendand and wear it all the time like the ring. I get attach to all the things in my life and I have a hard tme changing anything, even my phone.

I would go with the 1.497 ct I SI1, personally. It faces up much larger than the cushion. Its dimensions are 7.35 - 7.32 x 4.52 as opposed to 6.96 - 6.63 x 4.32.

Cushions and round brilliant stones face up differently. I don't think they're comparable dimensions-wise. If you do a quick search on the forum there are previous threads comparing the two with hand shots. I would search and post but I'm on my phone

Pick the shape of stone you like best, then worry about dimensions.

I do love cushions the most so I think I will get either a cushion that has nice color and a VS1 or VS2, either a round hearts and arrows, same. I need votes from my fiance on this.

Oh, I am not sure what to do with the stones. I am a bit ashamed to mention another brand to him after the GOG rejection and since he was so nice and so responsive, I feel I should order from his own stones to be nice back (especially since I am so set up on cushion). And his cushions catch my eyes the most. I like the wide facets. I am a very new to this section and I sadly judge by my own eyes prettiness not beeing to aware what it is fashionable now in a cushion. I just like that style.

My boyfriend likes alot princess cuts but for me are the least appealing ones. I think I am more of a soft curves style, either round cushion or oval.

Don't be ashamed, this is a business transaction. Do what feels right and LOOKS right to you. Most vendors will be more than accommodating. If you like his cushions, awesome!

Niel is right, look more at dimensions vs. carat size. The spread determines how much finger real estate the diamond will take and will translate as a larger diamond visually .

Another note is that sometimes cushions can show more color vs. their round brilliant counterparts. Keep that in mind if you are color sensitive.

Just figure out which C is the most important to you after cut and go from there. Don't worry about others opinions. Good luck!

I think I will go and try a F, a G and maybe that I in one of the stores here (I think Tiffany carries all so it will be easy).

 

[arkieb1]

That is an excellent idea. Go and try on an I, and some whiter stones as well. If you love the Gs and Fs then that is fine. If you can live with an I then it's a way to get a bigger stone within budget. If not then definitely chose a whiter stone.

 

[msop04]

If you are looking to place the stone in a halo or with other diamonds I would consider a higher color as the offset might make your center stone not look as white as it would alone.

OP, I disagree with this. I do have a J stone, and the halo most definitely helps it appear more white. Halo stones will always appear brighter than a larger center due to the smaller faceting... even a D will appear "darker" than it's halo. A halo with the stone set lower (like how VC sets his) will help hide the sides of the stone, which is where the color will be apparent. soxfan has a gorgeous VC Emilya and her stone is a K -- it looks great!! So that just shows you what a halo can do to help make the stone appear whiter.

Here are some pics of my J in different light situations -- this is how it looks 95% of the time... I'm not as color sensitive as some, but when I look at my ring, the last thing I see is "yellow."


Here is when I can notice some body color - in horrible lighting and I have to hold it up at an angle -- notice it even has a black background, making it appear darker.


If you are looking at an AVC, then I color will look great -- you will see all the cool pastels from those gorgeous chunky facets!!
Only you can decide what your color tolerance is, so I would watch lots of the GOG videos and compare.

 

[Tekate]

My sister in law has K color 2 carat princess, ideal stone it looks white.. they (bro in law) bought it at a fancy store in D.C.. but I was really surprised how white the K looked, but I suppose every stone shows differently.. I so look forward to your ring though! it's so exciting a time in a woman's life. (Of course I could upgrade my stone daily I'm that much of a lover of diamonds

 

[Tekate]

MSOP04.. your ring(s) are AWESOME and competely classy.. the color(s) are beautiful.. I was not a cushion fan (they are okay) till I looked at yours.. I don't think I should read pricescope.. I'm becoming looney on ALL cuts.. again.... scintillating stones ... wow.. thanks so much for posting them in this thread.

 

[Nymphettamine]

Hello everyone!

I try to figure out who are the ones I answered here and the ones I did not. Please do not be upset if I did not yet.

Msop, the ring looks amazing. I almost want to fly to CA and see VC's stones in person! I never been there anyway..

I researched even a bit more and I looked at aallll kiiind of rings with pave halo and band. Now I got obsessed with oval and pear. Oh, my! Am I insane or it happens to everyone that researches?

Also, do you know how much a halo and pave, very thin both of them - the thinner it is - cost at Leon Mage? They are similar to the Victor Canera prices?

I found so many stones

 

[msop04]

MSOP04.. your ring(s) are AWESOME and competely classy.. the color(s) are beautiful.. I was not a cushion fan (they are okay) till I looked at yours.. I don't think I should read pricescope.. I'm becoming looney on ALL cuts.. again.... scintillating stones ... wow.. thanks so much for posting them in this thread.

Thank you so much Tekate! ...but my stone is actually a MRB set in a cushion-shaped halo! You aren't the first person to think it's a cushion though!

 

[Niel]

Hello everyone!

I try to figure out who are the ones I answered here and the ones I did not. Please do not be upset if I did not yet.

Msop, the ring looks amazing. I almost want to fly to CA and see VC's stones in person! I never been there anyway..

I researched even a bit more and I looked at aallll kiiind of rings with pave halo and band. Now I got obsessed with oval and pear. Oh, my! Am I insane or it happens to everyone that researches?

Also, do you know how much a halo and pave, very thin both of them - the thinner it is - cost at Leon Mage? They are similar to the Victor Canera prices?

I found so many stones

Oh I love fancy shapes. There are aspects of ovals and pears that make them better in some respects, worse in others, when compared to rounds. Have you seen an oval or pear on your finger? That can sway your opinion. They look bigger on average, and help slim a finger.

Could you go to a HW and have one of those classic HW ovals? Do they do pear versions? I think that would be killer!


I'm included to say LM would be comparable, but I think VC is really the go to bench of your trying to get a HW style thin halo.

 

[Mico]

Leon Mege, Victor Carnera and Steven Kirsch have many made rings for the ladies on this forum, each with their own following.


Leon Mege was very popular on this forum around 2010, Victor Carnera seems to be the trend now. I would say their work is comparable - it may not be a bad idea to get a quote from each when the time comes to see which artist's style best meets your image of your ring.

Again, I urge you to see some diamonds in person and figure out what C you most desire. There are many opinions on this forum which may not mirror what you want.

 

[Nymphettamine]

Leon Mege, Victor Carnera and Steven Kirsch have many made rings for the ladies on this forum, each with their own following.


Leon Mege was very popular on this forum around 2010, Victor Carnera seems to be the trend now. I would say their work is comparable - it may not be a bad idea to get a quote from each when the time comes to see which artist's style best meets your image of your ring.

Again, I urge you to see some diamonds in person and figure out what C you most desire. There are many opinions on this forum which may not mirror what you want.

I do plan to go and see the stones in person early next week. But I think I will settle for a smaller stone, perfect cut, polish, simetry and not lower than VS2, not lower than F, max G. I watched and saw so many photos since yesterday and for my mental health (I tend to obsess over tiniest thing) I will try to get as much as I can.

Hello everyone!

I try to figure out who are the ones I answered here and the ones I did not. Please do not be upset if I did not yet.

Msop, the ring looks amazing. I almost want to fly to CA and see VC's stones in person! I never been there anyway..

I researched even a bit more and I looked at aallll kiiind of rings with pave halo and band. Now I got obsessed with oval and pear. Oh, my! Am I insane or it happens to everyone that researches?

Also, do you know how much a halo and pave, very thin both of them - the thinner it is - cost at Leon Mage? They are similar to the Victor Canera prices?

I found so many stones

Oh I love fancy shapes. There are aspects of ovals and pears that make them better in some respects, worse in others, when compared to rounds. Have you seen an oval or pear on your finger? That can sway your opinion. They look bigger on average, and help slim a finger.

Could you go to a HW and have one of those classic HW ovals? Do they do pear versions? I think that would be killer!


I'm included to say LM would be comparable, but I think VC is really the go to bench of your trying to get a HW style thin halo.

I think oval and pear looks more elegant and yes, I noticed they elongate the finger too (and I look to give me longer fingers).

Since my fingers are shorty and based on my in home measurements I have a huge finger (I think 6.5) which seems a bit confusing to me since all my life I struggeled to find a ring that is not too large in normal shops (not custom order). Maybe my fingers got fatty lately, who knows...

 

[Nymphettamine]

Hello everyone!

I try to figure out who are the ones I answered here and the ones I did not. Please do not be upset if I did not yet.

Msop, the ring looks amazing. I almost want to fly to CA and see VC's stones in person! I never been there anyway..

I researched even a bit more and I looked at aallll kiiind of rings with pave halo and band. Now I got obsessed with oval and pear. Oh, my! Am I insane or it happens to everyone that researches?

Also, do you know how much a halo and pave, very thin both of them - the thinner it is - cost at Leon Mage? They are similar to the Victor Canera prices?

I found so many stones

Oh I love fancy shapes. There are aspects of ovals and pears that make them better in some respects, worse in others, when compared to rounds. Have you seen an oval or pear on your finger? That can sway your opinion. They look bigger on average, and help slim a finger.

Could you go to a HW and have one of those classic HW ovals? Do they do pear versions? I think that would be killer!


I'm included to say LM would be comparable, but I think VC is really the go to bench of your trying to get a HW style thin halo.

They do pears. I saw one at some point on the web.

If you are looking to place the stone in a halo or with other diamonds I would consider a higher color as the offset might make your center stone not look as white as it would alone.

OP, I disagree with this. I do have a J stone, and the halo most definitely helps it appear more white. Halo stones will always appear brighter than a larger center due to the smaller faceting... even a D will appear "darker" than it's halo. A halo with the stone set lower (like how VC sets his) will help hide the sides of the stone, which is where the color will be apparent. soxfan has a gorgeous VC Emilya and her stone is a K -- it looks great!! So that just shows you what a halo can do to help make the stone appear whiter.

Here are some pics of my J in different light situations -- this is how it looks 95% of the time... I'm not as color sensitive as some, but when I look at my ring, the last thing I see is "yellow."


Here is when I can notice some body color - in horrible lighting and I have to hold it up at an angle -- notice it even has a black background, making it appear darker.


If you are looking at an AVC, then I color will look great -- you will see all the cool pastels from those gorgeous chunky facets!!
Only you can decide what your color tolerance is, so I would watch lots of the GOG videos and compare.

I watched everything from what you guys mentioned. I think I over did it. The more I find out, the more questions I have to put...

 

[msop04]

I watched everything from what you guys mentioned. I think I over did it. The more I find out, the more questions I have to put...

This is usually what happens when you visit PS! I think the first step is to decide what shape you like best. Oval, marquise, and pear shapes usually appear larger, but are more difficult to find in a nice cut and show body color more than rounds. Rounds will sparkle the most and will face up larger than cushions, radiants, and step cuts (because they are cut deeper).

What is more important to you, shape or size? You should probably try on several different cuts similar in carat weight to the budget you have. Then, once you have seen what they look like on your hand, you can make a decision about what you like best. Some people have their heart set on a certain shape, but they feel differently once they get a chance to try it on their hand. Most people will stick with the shape they love, regardless of how large it may appear when compared to others. However, some want the biggest rock that will fit their budget. It really depends on what you want.

So, I think you should give it some thought. PS can be confusing, because their are so many beautiful rings in all shapes, sizes, and settings. Try not to feel overwhelmed and take your time. Chose a vendor who has a good upgrade policy because you may change your mind in a few years and want to wear a totally different shape than you initially chose... and to get a larger stone.

 

[Nymphettamine]

Guys, Half a day I looked only at this ring (I opened the video over and over which never hapened to any other ring) and I decided for good:

http://www.victorcanera.com/jewelry/engagement-rings/pave-solitaire-with-canera-antique-cushion

I think I will get this stone if he can put a round one in that setting: 1.49 ct round:
http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/1vxsni

or this that is 1.72 round:
http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/2qrks6 ,

So, depending on the price of the new setting I'll decide on the stones.

Did any of you asked him to add a unique element to the ring to make it more personal? I do not want to offend by changing the design.

 

[Niel]

Oh now that's a beautiful design. Both those stones, assuming you can't see the inclusions, are stunning.


And no it is not offensive at to ask him to personalize it. Its a custom setting. Get exactly what you'd like.

 

[soxfan]

Guys, Half a day I looked only at this ring (I opened the video over and over which never hapened to any other ring) and I decided for good:

http://www.victorcanera.com/jewelry/engagement-rings/pave-solitaire-with-canera-antique-cushion

I think I will get this stone if he can put a round one in that setting: 1.49 ct round:
http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/1vxsni

or this that is 1.72 round:
http://www.victorcanera.com/diamonds/2qrks6 ,

So, depending on the price of the new setting I'll decide on the stones.

Did any of you asked him to add a unique element to the ring to make it more personal? I do not want to offend by changing the design.

It's BEAUTIFUL!!! and Victor can most certainly make it more personal. I had surprise stones added to the inside of my shank- my birthstone and my husband's birthstone.

 

[Mico]

Beautiful ring . We have similar taste, I initially asked victor for a quote on the Gabriella ring which is the 6 prong version of the ring you posted.

From what I hear victor is accommodating to his customers. Don't hesitate to describe your vision when contacting him.

I'm glad you found something you love with all the choices!

 

[msop04]

I think that will be stunning! Can't wait to see the final product!

 

[Acinom]

It's a dream ring!! You can personlize it with birthdtones on the inside of the shank like Soxfan did. Really pretty. His engraving is top notch and he could for example engrave the bottom of the shank. Of these two options I would do the birthstones as the ring is perfect as is. You could also ask Victor some ideas.
He is indeed great to work with like the others suggested. He made a setting with french cut sides for me for my OEC and I am amazed by the level of perfection.

 

[Nymphettamine]

Beautiful ring . We have similar taste, I initially asked victor for a quote on the Gabriella ring which is the 6 prong version of the ring you posted.

From what I hear victor is accommodating to his customers. Don't hesitate to describe your vision when contacting him.

I'm glad you found something you love with all the choices!

Amd was more than 45k that setting? There is price difference between rose gold and platinum?

 

[Mico]

Beautiful ring . We have similar taste, I initially asked victor for a quote on the Gabriella ring which is the 6 prong version of the ring you posted.

From what I hear victor is accommodating to his customers. Don't hesitate to describe your vision when contacting him.

I'm glad you found something you love with all the choices!

Amd was more than 45k that setting? There is price difference between rose gold and platinum?

I'm not sure. I asked for a quote in platinum as well as a custom spacer for a potential wedding band that would let everything sit flush. I ended up with a more simple setting and put a couple extra thousand into my diamond . His quote was under 6k which seems to be industry standard for a hand forged setting with detailed pave like his.

Have you asked him for a quote yet? I would also touch base with Leon Mege and Steven kirsch for comps unless you have your mind set on victor

 

[Nymphettamine]

I did asked for everyone's quotes and the prices are very similar.

I like VC the most among them plus in his videos he does not use extra sparkle light to enhance anything which leads me to the fact that his work is very precised as it is and he does not need any tweaks to show it. I know that because I do also artistic work (I do professional makeup) and I realize how far some little tweaks take a piece of art. He also was the most willing and quick to answer my questions in a very detailed matter. I will email VC now again and see about the rose gold setting that I can not get out of my head.

Earlier I meant 4.5 k not 45k

 

[Mico]

I did asked for everyone's quotes and the prices are very similar.

I like VC the most among them plus in his videos he does not use extra sparkle light to enhance anything which leads me to the fact that his work is very precised as it is and he does not need any tweaks to show it. I know that because I do also artistic work (I do professional makeup) and I realize how far some little tweaks take a piece of art. He also was the most willing and quick to answer my questions in a very detailed matter. I will email VC now again and see about the rose gold setting that I can not get out of my head.

Earlier I meant 4.5 k not 45k

Great! Sounds like you have progress!! Come back and update us with what you choose!

 

[msop04]

I really don't think you can go wrong with VC -- can't wait to see it!!

 

[Nymphettamine]

Hello, my lovelies!

Today I went with my fiance to try rings. Very exciting day. We went to HW, De Beers and Cartier. Tiffany had a special event. Tomorrow will be a brunch at Cartier with champagne, also. Yay! My fiance does not want to go with me, he said to take a girl and enjoy the diamonds. So if any of the lovely ladies want to join, let me know.

Harry Winston and Cartier were both a pleasure. So nice treated and I was shown everything I wanted.

The Beers was so weird experience. We basically had to stop somebody for attention if you can believe it. And by stop I mean consultanst talking with each other, not even with clients in the bridal section upstairs. The consultants downstairs were more interested in helping high school shoppers than 2 adults. We asked for oval shape options with aura halo. The consultant said they do not carry any oval and halo when in fact was an yellow diamond on the display in a halo. After we asked for a band in rose gold. They said they do not carry that either. I told him that I saw some in the display and he said that those are micro pave pink diamonds in rose gold setting.

What I learned today?

First, never enter in a De Beers shop again.

Ring size
I was sized 5 1/2 at HW and De Beers. At Cartier I was a different size in every different style. Lol. At list the micro pave style were 5 1/2.

Shape
What we both liked was oval cut but the only store that had it with a micro pave was HW. Cartier had it in a Solitaire version only but still lovely in my opinion. I absolutely loved the ovals with or without halos. We did not like at all princess and emerald cut. They both looked too harsh on my hands. Fiance hated all the cushions also ad I love them number 2!

Diamond size
A weird detail here is that I did liked the 1.5 ct halo more on me than 2.15 ct. halo thinking that's the 2 ct. My fiance was convinced we need to increase the budget to get a 2 ct stone .

Color
As feared we are both sensitive to color. Very. Even the sales person had big eyes when we were showed a stone G colored at Cartier and he dismissed it immediately because of the tint. I can probably live with an F but not sure about fiance that besides D and rare cases E did not like anything, so we will increase the budget to get either D or E or F (but he wants to see the F with naked eye). He saw the difference in color even more accurately than me and I am the artist of the family. I could not believe how a G looks like. I thought will be less tinted based on what I saw on Youtube and was a round ideal cut Cartier stone. I am even more worried now about the ovals and cushions in G.

The wedding band
I have another big problem. I tried all the wedding bands next to all styles of micro pave and halo. I am affraid I do not like 2 rings together. I don't know what to do at all with the wedding band.

 

[Niel]

You don't have to wear a wedding band. Or at least, not on the same finger.

 

[Nymphettamine]

So, I can wear the ring in the other hand all the time? Is that proper? My fiance does not accept the idea of no wedding band or no engagement ring. He wants me to wear both so the different hand might be a perfect solution.

 

[Niel]

So, I can wear the ring in the other hand all the time? Is that proper? My fiance does not accept the idea of no wedding band or no engagement ring. He wants me to wear both so the different hand might be a perfect solution.

Anything is proper if you and your SO agree on it. A girl I work with wears them separately. She says she doesn't want to hid the detail on the sides of the e ring, so she split them up.

If you have an e ring on your finger people know you're taken. I do not think its required to have the wedding band there too. But I'm not your SO and sounds like he might have strong opinions on the matter. But its a nice compromise to consider.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Generally it is not recommended to wear another ring with a ring that has 3 sided pave. But if you wear the engagement ring on your left hand alone, are you okay with forever being asked when the wedding is? I personally would not like wearing my engagement and wedding rings on different hands. But it isn't so much about what is proper as it is what you prefer.

Just a note, ovals are far harder to find good ones than rounds are. If you want Victor to make the ring, you can just have him source you some ovals since I think he'd pick great ones. But I'd go with a halo on an oval and pave only on the top of the shank if you want to wear a wedding band.