help me find my dream OMC elongated warmer ideally 2.5 - 3 ct [or "spready"]

[TnTWalter]

Yes I did send him some inspo pics of his work. I didn't remember which were his though so I went back through.

I found one setting of his I adore. it's a halo but open basket. It could easily be a collett.

I think I want different side stones and the band below the collett. I found others of his that show that.

I am hoping I can afford a band as well. Either with stones that match the side stones. Or some small east-west old mine cuts.

I adore the more simple open basket ideas and I found a few of his.

Based on knowing I want the stone to seem bigger without looking like I'm trying to make it seem bigger [lol] and I want the band below the collett [I think] and the side stones in the band. and open basket, etc. Are these good to show him? I don't want to make it confusing.

These are all his designs. halo; side stones I like in the band not in the collett and baskets

 

[Dreamer_D]

That’s too many options. You will do best if you say — this shank, this gallery, this Colette.

 

[K9]

That’s too many options. You will do best if you say — this shank, this gallery, this Colette.

Was just coming to say the same. It is best when you give the exact element of each example that you like.

If you don't want any diamonds anywhere but the shank, you can also say you don't want any melee, and be specific about the approx size sidetones you want in the shank.

 

[TnTWalter]

It's hard when I don't know what is best. But I'll try. Thank you

 

[Dreamer_D]

It's hard when I don't know what is best. But I'll try. Thank you

This is the difficult part about designing a ring yourself, even with some collaboration with DK team. If you want more design guidance there are other designers you can work with. Or you can find a ring you like and just remake it exactly as is.

I like this shank DK has done many times, it is delicate but sturdy with beautiful lines:

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Here is a similar shank but a little sturdier. This gallery is gorgeous too and would look lovely in plain metal with your Colette.

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I like this recent gallery that @jaqjaqjaq did with DK too:

Thank you! I like to think that somehow we were always meant to be in each other’s life. I have met bling sisters online but not many in person - so thankful for this community


Thank you! A sweet friend gave me a little clamshell and I was instantly hooked and had to get the purple! If Kitty B releases more of those little pumpkin boxes I will become a hoarder



Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’m so glad you said something because I swore I could see the chunky boldness more and I thought maybe I just didn’t remember them as such.

I’ll attach a picture of the gallery



Thank you

 

[TnTWalter]

David Klass has received my stone!!! EEk.

I am still struggling to nail down what I want...I am trying to focus before I send the ideas to them. So I bring my latest thoughts to you.

After listening to your thoughts after the last round I went back and poured through all the pictures and inspo, etc.

things I know I want;
* faux bezel or collett I do like milgrain and/or engraving and never see that with a collett. I also like the blackened platinum look but is that too trendy?
* two tone
* not too heavy [my current ring is heavy and I always have to take it off to dry after washing my hands because of the euro shank I think drives me nuts] but not fragile
* I want side stones
* I want the gallery? basket what is it called to be open to show her depth & sparkle
* wear alone and not look lonely and also stack with current diamond band and hopefully a new one
* want to lean more timeless if possible but hard to do

I'm attaching examples all of DK below except 2nd french cut side stone is CVB. Would love advice/ thoughts.


side stones:
leaning towards single french cut as in first 2 images
I also really like the green diamond ring he just posted that has an extra side stone [but would want no prong on the french cut]
@Dreamer_D I like the shanks you posted and if I did side stones I would just want them inset in the band? 3 per side. Couldn't find an inspo pic. But as my current setting has all little diamonds around all 3 stones, I'm leaning away from that.

basket or gallery [what is it called?]:
leaning towards these that I'm including

It is really hard to find collett settings with side stones which makes me worry a little

Is this narrowed enough or no?

I also randomly adore this one [edwardian?] called 'stunner'

Am I getting closer or making it worse?

I almost just want to do a plain old collett like the 8 carat I posted and get a blingy diamond band.

 

[Scon_ce]

I have a faux bezel with claw prongs and milgrain. Yours would be set north-south, I assume.
FYI These claw prongs look huge in the photo but IRL actually look very slender dainty. And the prongs on the frenchie sidetones are itty bitty, barely noticeable.

 

[Scon_ce]

If you do a faux bezel or collet, how many prongs would you want?

 

[Scon_ce]

* not too heavy [my current ring is heavy and I always have to take it off to dry after washing my hands because of the euro shank I think drives me nuts] but not fragile

On the DK CAD the shank is 3.29 mm. To me that is kinda heavy.

 

[TnTWalter]

I have a faux bezel with claw prongs and milgrain. Yours would be set north-south, I assume.
FYI These claw prongs look huge in the photo but IRL actually look very slender dainty. And the prongs on the frenchie sidetones are itty bitty, barely noticeable.

@Scon_ce very pretty. I think it was 8 prongs. And yes. I went back to re evaluate after feedback after the CAD.

 

[oncrutchesrightnow]

A few thoughts…

-Platinum is heavy; a 3.29 mm band is nice for a top heavy ring. How about keeping the wide band and changing the metal to 14k white gold?

-A faux bezel with prongs inside the bezel could make the center stone look bigger. And you can get a wider bezel too. Plus there’s the “geometric shaped bezel that does not perfectly hug the stone”-designs, like hexagon/octagon semi-bezels around oecs.

 

[Dreamer_D]

You don’t see Collette style with side stones because that’s mixing two design styles. Side stones like you show is more art deco and Collette is Georgian. So it’s hard to get it just right when you mix design styles. Usually I think when people mix too much you can end up with a Frankenstein ring. CVB is good at mixing design elements but she is a designer and you should work with her directly if you want her aesthetic.

My suggestion is not to gild the lily as your diamond is stunning and you want it to star. Any of those baskets that you posted that DK did would look great. I prefer the bead set shanks I posted for this ring as that style is closer to aligning with a Colette style and it is more delicate. If you want French cuts I’d do something very simple and keep them small. You don’t want the shank wider than about 2.3mm if you want a more delicate look than your current ring. So the diamonds will be teensy tiny anyway.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I almost just want to do a plain old collett like the 8 carat I posted and get a blingy diamond band.

This is what I would do, or something close to it. This is a very large and special diamond and it seems a classic setting to allow it to be the star. I’m pushing you I guess to go in a very different direction from your current ring — simple lines, light and delicate looking, classic styling. Timeless.

I might lean towards the original Collette from your CAD in plat with a 18k antique yg gallery and shank. I’d do this gallery as it’s pretty but not too busy and so will allow light in. You won’t see the profile of the stone with the Colette anyway so honestly I would t worry about “seeing the depth”. You will see the crown and that’s it.


Then I’d do a shank like @jaqjaqjaq , either with these bead set diamonds or else with engraving or even just polished metal. But it has some nice carved details that will add subtle texture without being too busy.



Then get a French cut band to wear with it.

 

[TnTWalter]

@Dreamer_D thank you

 

[Dreamer_D]

@Dreamer_D thank you

Take your time! There is no rush. Maybe start by thinking about the vibe you want and the band you might want and the overall look and feel — more modern, antique, edgy, classic, blingy, sleek….

 

[TnTWalter]

I am getting so excited!!

BUT I would like quick thoughts on which direction to go with the engraving.

Here is the latest. We are still finalizing gallery design [I want the petal tips to be the prongs of the collet].

The band has a floral engraving. He did this beautiful orange blossom that wraps around the band but also sent me a more simple design. I plan to stack with either a diamond band or a floral engraved band.

Or maybe have him come up with a similar matching band idea.

But I will also wear it alone.

I adore flowers and they are also sentimental to me [my dad was a gardener and my mom a florist, and many other reasons].

Thoughts? Thank you.

 

[K9]

It's coming along well! I really like the floral elements and the sentimentality behind why you are including them.

I know you have had baguettes on your list, but something struck me when I was reviewing your CAD. Are you open to other cuts on the shoulders?

I have had this photo in my inspiration folder for some time as it is a style I almost used for one of my own rings. These are obviously round, but you could execute with marquise as the "petals" to create a flower as it reaches the stone. Just tossing it out there as an alternative you may not have considered.

 

[TnTWalter]

It's coming along well! I really like the floral elements and the sentimentality behind why you are including them.

I know you have had baguettes on your list, but something struck me when I was reviewing your CAD. Are you open to other cuts on the shoulders?

I have had this photo in my inspiration folder for some time as it is a style I almost used for one of my own rings. These are obviously round, but you could execute with marquise as the "petals" to create a flower as it reaches the stone. Just tossing it out there as an alternative you may not have considered.

Yes I had seen that look, so pretty.... And I didn't think of Marquise.

 

[Dreamer_D]

The CAD does not show engraving. That appears to be shapes that will be cast on the ring. I think having hand engraving done if the shank after it is cast would be more special.

I like the gallery as it is. I am not sure if you are trying to envision the tulips going up to overhand the collet but I think the current version is nicer. The integration of the bullet sides is nice too.

 

[TnTWalter]

The CAD does not show engraving. That appears to be shapes that will be cast on the ring. I think having hand engraving done if the shank after it is cast would be more special.

I like the gallery as it is. I am not sure if you are trying to envision the tulips going up to overhand the collet but I think the current version is nicer. The integration of the bullet sides is nice too.

Thank you. I'm leaning towards lighter engraving too for comfort on finger.
Appreciate your feedback.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Thank you. I'm leaning towards lighter engraving too for comfort on finger.
Appreciate your feedback.

Yes comfort for sure but also I think engraving is a fine jewelry art and any time I can personally wear a piece that has been hand engraved by a master I’m all over it. DK has some real master engravers. I really wanted to engrave my five stone but in the end I opted to leave it plain. My three stone engagement ring has gorgeous engraving and milgrain all over the shank and I have found it’s hard to find a wb to wear with it bc I don’t think a plain wb works with the engraved ering. But I think an engraved band or a diamond band would work really well with an engraved e-ring. Just food for thought.

 

[TnTWalter]

Yes comfort for sure but also I think engraving is a fine jewelry art and any time I can personally wear a piece that has been hand engraved by a master I’m all over it. DK has some real master engravers. I really wanted to engrave my five stone but in the end I opted to leave it plain. My three stone engagement ring has gorgeous engraving and milgrain all over the shank and I have found it’s hard to find a wb to wear with it bc I don’t think a plain wb works with the engraved ering. But I think an engraved band or a diamond band would work really well with an engraved e-ring. Just food for thought.

I am going to ask him about a matching wedding band of course lol

 

[Mreader]

It's coming along well! I really like the floral elements and the sentimentality behind why you are including them.

I know you have had baguettes on your list, but something struck me when I was reviewing your CAD. Are you open to other cuts on the shoulders?

I have had this photo in my inspiration folder for some time as it is a style I almost used for one of my own rings. These are obviously round, but you could execute with marquise as the "petals" to create a flower as it reaches the stone. Just tossing it out there as an alternative you may not have considered.

I think you should also consider different side stones because the Colette setting and baguettes don’t flow in my opinion. I don’t want to derail you though if that’s what you love! Sometimes too many ideas from different people can also be overwhelming.

 

[TnTWalter]

I think you should also consider different side stones because the Colette setting and baguettes don’t flow in my opinion. I don’t want to derail you though if that’s what you love! Sometimes too many ideas from different people can also be overwhelming.

appreciate the feedback. Colletts typically don't have side stones so it probably doesn't flow in general but I have my heart set on some sparkle in the band.

 

[TnTWalter]

Poor DK. I sent him thoughts regarding side stones based on the feedback I've received but I am going to defer to his expertise.

I found a photo showing french cut baguettes that I'm picturing! It was @acv123 and she went with tapered french cut side stones in her final ring [she used cvb].
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[K9]

You gotta go with what YOU like, too. It's really hard when there are so many options! I don't know about you, but whenever I'm working on a custom project and think I've narrowed down what I want, I find something else I like. The challenge is editing yourself because I think there's a tendency to want to add all the things we like into one ring. At least that's a problem I have. hahahahaha..

With your heart set on baguette - I quite like the French cut idea. Hopefully DK has some input for you.

 

[tyty333]

I always thought the beauty of a setting with a colette head is its simple design. I just looked at a lot of CVB's colette settings
and most of them are pretty basic. Some do have pave bands and maybe 3 side stones, but other than that, they are pretty
simple. Simple, but gorgeous.

I feel like there is too much going on in your last CAD from DK. (maybe it's just me)

Just one person's opinion, though. You have to decide what you like and what will make you happy.

Edit...sounds like you want to have a wedding band or band to stack with this ring. Perhaps you should/could move some
of the design elements to that ring?

 

[TnTWalter]

I asked for the input and I do really appreciate it!

I definitely find myself wanting to do it all which is a problem. But I also think it might end up being beautiful if I can reign it in.

I think I am leaning towards the simple floral engraving on the band with french cut baguettes and the petal gallery. I actually found a picture of what was in my brain which was exciting. It was done by CVB. It's a pear stone in this picture. From top looks like a normal collett.



I'm hopeful that this last go round will be it! I have spent far too many hours searching and searching. I am over it. ha

I have sent my thoughts to DK and will defer to his expertise.

So, those of you that have DK rings, which yellow gold should I go for?

Thanks again!! Trish

 

[lulu_ma]

I have a faux bezel with claw prongs and milgrain. Yours would be set north-south, I assume.
FYI These claw prongs look huge in the photo but IRL actually look very slender dainty. And the prongs on the frenchie sidetones are itty bitty, barely noticeable.

I love the concept of this one (just for collet setting inspo with side stones). The milgrain visually ties the elements together.

However, for the shank, I really love Dreamer's process. She got a plan shank knowing that DK would easily engrave it.

In your CAD, the sculptural shank seems to clash a bit with the head of the ring. Would you consider a plain shank for now knowing that DK could add some beautiful floral engraving?

 

[TnTWalter]

In your CAD, the sculptural shank seems to clash a bit with the head of the ring. Would you consider a plain shank for now knowing that DK could add some beautiful floral engraving?

I am leaning towards a simple engraving on the shank.