From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo...

[decisively_unsure]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

I like a thicker girdle, oo-er, but "medium to slightly thick" max for round brilliants. Reason I like slightly thick max is for bomb-proof durability and piece of mind.

 

[decisively_unsure]

The thing I like about the 0.76 is its shape.

This is a 0.57 Tiffany Soleste I looked at:



I don't think it looks too bad at all. With a stone just under 0.2c bigger, I'm sure it would look fine.

The good thing with the 0.76 is the fact that is has quite a large surface area (5.64 x 4.70) due to being 3.29 deep.

My frank opinion is that such a style is ideal for a cocktail / dress ring, but it not timeless and neutral enough to suit all styles on all days. Whilst am absolutely sure many people have different tastes and thus my opinion isn't always relevant, but especially given the stone size parameters, then you could get a really mind-blowing solitaire stone in a platinum setting for the same dough. Easily up to 0.9ct and a better quality diamond regardless of blue box.

My girlfriend wanted an embellished 'art deco' style ring, but was very blown away with a simple classic setting with a modern round brilliant (when I gave up looking and thought I should go with my gut). Again just another opinion we all have them.

Regardless of opinion though, a lovely rock is built in with electromagnets for women.

 

[chrono]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

DU,
The OP is trying to replicate the Blue Box ring. He mentioned in his first post that the BB ring is completely out of budget.

 

[decisively_unsure]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

DU,
The OP is trying to replicate the Blue Box ring. He mentioned in his first post that the BB ring is completely out of budget.

Yes, my post was within budget though.

 

[Ryan_W]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Right, I'm sticking to my guns and with David from DBL.

So now all depends on the 0.76 or 1.04........... There's $2,000 between them, what do we think?

Aesthetically I think the 0.76 is a better shape, but a 1 carat diamond is always nice to have on your finger.

My GF has a size 5.5 finger, do you think the 1.04 with double halo will be too big?

Thanks everyone for your input!

 

[chrono]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

It is up to you whether that fractional size difference is worth $2K. In terms of size being too large, you are talking/writing to a person sports a 4 to 5 ct stone regularly on a size 4.5 finger.

 

[telephone89]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

My frank opinion is that such a style is ideal for a cocktail / dress ring, but it not timeless and neutral enough to suit all styles on all days. Whilst am absolutely sure many people have different tastes and thus my opinion isn't always relevant, but especially given the stone size parameters, then you could get a really mind-blowing solitaire stone in a platinum setting for the same dough. Easily up to 0.9ct and a better quality diamond regardless of blue box.

My girlfriend wanted an embellished 'art deco' style ring, but was very blown away with a simple classic setting with a modern round brilliant (when I gave up looking and thought I should go with my gut). Again just another opinion we all have them.

Regardless of opinion though, a lovely rock is built in with electromagnets for women.

It's your opinion that its not a tasteful, classic ring. But again, you'd probably dislike Diana/Kate's ring - probably one of the most classic and tasteful rings - NOT A COCKTAIL RING. Not everyone wants a diamond solitare, and who are you to judge what they want? It's great to give your opinion, but the OP obviously doesn't care, and neither does his GF. So if you want to be helpful, why not offer you opinion on the stones in question?

To the OP - I really love the shape of the smaller one. Are you in a rush? Maybe you can wait until a larger more rectangular stone becomes available? From the other photos, I am leaning toward the 1.02, but I think asking for the 1.04 on a white background might help them be judged more 'apples to apples'.

eta - just saw your reply. 2k is quite a bit, and thats a decision only you can make. We *generally* suggest to spend more on the stone/less on the setting because you can upgrade the setting later. But if you want this to be a forever setting, maybe spending the extra is worthwhile.

 

[hooty]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Ryan - have you considered something in the lower end of the colorless spectrum instead of a fancy yellow? I see that DBL has some potentially good options in the U-V and Y-Z color range that would fit with your desire to be over a carat and with your budget and appear to be slightly rectangular. I know not exactly what you were looking for, but maybe just an option if you are having a tough time balancing desire of weight with color and budget. If you look at rings made by DBL you'll see they do a pretty good job of making these sort of diamonds look quite yellow. I'm far from a pro, but just an idea if you are struggling with options.

 

[decisively_unsure]

My frank opinion is that such a style is ideal for a cocktail / dress ring, but it not timeless and neutral enough to suit all styles on all days. Whilst am absolutely sure many people have different tastes and thus my opinion isn't always relevant, but especially given the stone size parameters, then you could get a really mind-blowing solitaire stone in a platinum setting for the same dough. Easily up to 0.9ct and a better quality diamond regardless of blue box.

My girlfriend wanted an embellished 'art deco' style ring, but was very blown away with a simple classic setting with a modern round brilliant (when I gave up looking and thought I should go with my gut). Again just another opinion we all have them.

Regardless of opinion though, a lovely rock is built in with electromagnets for women.

It's your opinion that its not a tasteful, classic ring. But again, you'd probably dislike Diana/Kate's ring - probably one of the most classic and tasteful rings - NOT A COCKTAIL RING. Not everyone wants a diamond solitare, and who are you to judge what they want? It's great to give your opinion, but the OP obviously doesn't care, and neither does his GF. So if you want to be helpful, why not offer you opinion on the stones in question?

To the OP - I really love the shape of the smaller one. Are you in a rush? Maybe you can wait until a larger more rectangular stone becomes available? From the other photos, I am leaning toward the 1.02, but I think asking for the 1.04 on a white background might help them be judged more 'apples to apples'.

eta - just saw your reply. 2k is quite a bit, and thats a decision only you can make. We *generally* suggest to spend more on the stone/less on the setting because you can upgrade the setting later. But if you want this to be a forever setting, maybe spending the extra is worthwhile.

Hey, I did caveat my post and gave an alternate opinion. That the OP is still committed is a good thing. There was no mention of tasteful or any sign of judgement, but maybe in your own opinion hey?

Specifically regarding the OP choose the one that looks the prettiest and ignore things like carat size.

 

[telephone89]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Hey, I did caveat my post and gave an alternate opinion. That the OP is still committed is a good thing. There was no mention of tasteful or any sign of judgement, but maybe in your own opinion hey?

Specifically regarding the OP choose the one that looks the prettiest and ignore things like carat size.

My frank opinion is that such a style is ideal for a cocktail / dress ring, but it not timeless
Not to threadjack, but thats how I took this line. Apologies if that was misconstrued.

 

[pricescopenewbie]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Hey Ryan,

i think you should go with your gut. if you like the elongated shape, go for it. you won't be happy with a square ring no matter how nice the stone is otherwise. some PSer used to have a famous double halo FY ring, which has a 0.7-ish rectangular center stone. both the stone and setting were from DBL. i think it is well proportioned and gave a nice finger coverage. i vaguely remember her finger sz is slightly larger than your girl's. so your girl should have no problem with a 0.7 center stone. another nice thing is, you might save yourself a lot work and some money if you consider use DBL both the stone and the setting.

oh, i found the link of the ring. here u are, hope it will help:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-rhr-double-halo-yellow-diamond-ring.157408/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-rhr-double-halo-yellow-diamond-ring.157408/[/URL]

 

[pricescopenewbie]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

oh here is another old post. she got hers from white flash + DBL:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/dbl-93ct-fly-in-double-halo-by-wf.166561/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/dbl-93ct-fly-in-double-halo-by-wf.166561/[/URL]

 

[Ryan_W]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

I've made my mind up on the FY stone, the 0.76 is the winner for me.

Here are some pics with it next to the 1.04:





From the above, I honestly think the smaller stone suits my requirements better. I think it's a nicer stone and the shape is spot on...

Just a few more tweaks sent over to David at DBL to see if he can match my design 100%. Being hand forged, I hope this won't be a problem, as long as the structural integrity of the ring isn't compromised.

As mad as it sounds after all this, I've still asked him to price me up the ring with a nice 1ct colourless diamond.

I'm 95% sure I want to get her a FY, but there's still an element of doubt about digressing from the norm..... There's nothing stopping me buying her either a colourless or FY ring later down the line etc..... Why is this such a hard decision?!

 

[chrono]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Can't go wrong with either choice but glad you are now ready to move on to the next stage.

 

[tyty333]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Hey Ryan,

i think you should go with your gut. if you like the elongated shape, go for it. you won't be happy with a square ring no matter how nice the stone is otherwise. some PSer used to have a famous double halo FY ring, which has a 0.7-ish rectangular center stone. both the stone and setting were from DBL. i think it is well proportioned and gave a nice finger coverage. i vaguely remember her finger sz is slightly larger than your girl's. so your girl should have no problem with a 0.7 center stone. another nice thing is, you might save yourself a lot work and some money if you consider use DBL both the stone and the setting.

oh, i found the link of the ring. here u are, hope it will help:
[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-rhr-double-halo-yellow-diamond-ring.157408/']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-new-rhr-double-halo-yellow-diamond-ring.157408/[/URL]

I love the proportions on this one and it's a .79! This ring is perfection if you ask me. Look at it on her finger. It's a lot of bling
but not too overstated.

 

[tyty333]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

I've made my mind up on the FY stone, the 0.76 is the winner for me.

Here are some pics with it next to the 1.04:





From the above, I honestly think the smaller stone suits my requirements better. I think it's a nicer stone and the shape is spot on...

Just a few more tweaks sent over to David at DBL to see if he can match my design 100%. Being hand forged, I hope this won't be a problem, as long as the structural integrity of the ring isn't compromised.

As mad as it sounds after all this, I've still asked him to price me up the ring with a nice 1ct colourless diamond.

I'm 95% sure I want to get her a FY, but there's still an element of doubt about digressing from the norm..... There's nothing stopping me buying her either a colourless or FY ring later down the line etc..... Why is this such a hard decision?!

Because you care . You'll have to show your GF these threads later down the road. She will appreciate all you've gone through
to get her the perfect ring.

 

[Ryan_W]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Haha, I may show her this after it's all done and dusted.

Pretty scary to his I'll be engaged in just over a months time (if she says yes)!...

Just need to get confirmation on the ring now and pay David a load of money

 

[Ryan_W]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Just to let you all know that she said YES!

I proposed at sun rise on a beach in Tulum, she LOVED the ring and everything was perfect.

I'll post a pic of the ring later.

David from DBL was amazing, such a great guy to work with. Ended up with the perfect ring for a very good price.

Anyone looking for a bespoke / top quality ring, please visit his site and drop him an email.

Cheers all,

Ryan

 

[VRBeauty]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Congratulations! Hope to see pics over in SMTB - soon!

 

[Rockinruby]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Looking forward to seeing pics! Congratulations to both of you!

 

[Madison2]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Wonderful News! Congratulations to both of you!
Now I wanna see the ring

 

[Rockdiamond]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Thank you so much for allowing us to be part of such a special event.
Best of love, luck and health to the both of you!

( I'm a very reliable witness to how much effort you put into this special gift Ryan )

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Awesome! Congrats! Please post a thread with pictures of the ring in Show Me the Bling! We'd love to see it!

 

[Ryan_W]

Re: From Girlfriend to Fiancé - Help Choosing FY Double Halo

Thread with pics now up in SMTB:

[URL='https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/she-said-yes-dbl-yellow-1-14-if-y-z-double-halo.215890/#post-3925566#p3925566']https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/she-said-yes-dbl-yellow-1-14-if-y-z-double-halo.215890/#post-3925566#p3925566[/URL]