Help! What do you tell people who want specific info about your setting, like where you got it, and

[jewelgal]

I am wondering how you ladies handle it when other women (nosey women)
ask for details about your ring. Let''s say you don''t want a co-worker or family member to find it and
then get one, and then wear it at work.

What can I say?
It''s custom made? I thought of that, but then they''d ask, "please tell me who made it?" I want someone who can custom make me a ring.

I spent years of research still trying to find the perfect setting and stone and I want
my ring (although it will be a store-bought setting) to be "my ring."

Any suggestions? How have you handled nosey co-workers or family members you''re not close with??

THank you!!!!!

 

[that_someone_special]

Hmm that''s tough, because personally I find it a compliment. But I DO see where you are coming from- have them do their own leg work!

What you COULD do, is say, "I did a bunch of research on this website called Pricescope. Everyone was so fabulous I''m sure they''d love to help you out" And then give them the addy to here.

If they persist, say, "I really insist you check out that site, as there are many vendors and many different options to go with"

If they STILL don''t get it... "no hablo inglés"

 

[jewelz617]

I'd tell them...???

Honestly, it's not that serious. Maybe they like the style, or the craftsmanship, or the stones used, or the tone of the metal. It doesn't mean they want a carbon copy of your ring. A friend of mine's engagement ring was the prettiest I'd ever seen. She gave me her jeweler's business card and now I'm having a ring made through her as well. It's not the same ring, I just think the designer has a great eye for detail and creates pieces that reflect my style.

When people see work they like, it's a compliment to your taste to ask where it was made. However, if you're unwilling to divulge, maybe you should simply say it's private and leave it at that. It will seem rude and odd to them, but it will keep your secret...

And may I add, it took 2 years of research and planning before I finally did settle on that particular jeweler, but I put in plenty of work! Asking questions about other people's jewelry is just another way to become educated IMO...

 

[Dreamer_D]

"It was a gift, I really don''t know."
"I can''t recall the name."
"It is vintage, I can''t recall the name of the store I got it from."

 

[Deactivated member 42515]

I do understand where you are coming from tho... I think atleast each of us have one of these people in our lives. My best friend... well no longer... so my ex best friend would come over and always be like oooooh this is so pretty, where did you get it and i would tell her because i didnt think anything of it but you know what, every single time i went over to her place, there it was. the SAME EXACT THING. She even bought the same car as me, and to top it all off, every single change I did to my car, she would find out and do it too. Its even stupid stuff, like a bath set, shower curtain, toothbrush. It may seem silly and I even thought I was being too selfish, but I didn''t want to have someone take all the things that I believe make me who I AM.

I do find it as a compliment when someone takes the time to ask me specific questions about the ring. It means they REALLY do think its beautiful and not just saying nice things. But it is rude if someone is like "give me the style number!" Just try to be as general as possible.

I woudn''t mind telling people that my ring is a tacori because there are sooo many beautiful rings that they have that they can choose from. I would actaully think that the reason why they are asking is because they like teh STYLE of the ring, and once at the jewelery store or at the designers site they will make their own choice. Here''s hoping

 

[Collee]

I would share the info but if you would prefer not to why not just answer with, "FH purchased the ring so I don''t know all the details."

 

[DiamondCat]

Date: 12/22/2009 9:37:16 AM
Author: Collee
I would share the info but if you would prefer not to why not just answer with, ''FH purchased the ring so I don''t know all the details.''

Ditto

 

[junebug17]

Date: 12/22/2009 9:37:16 AM
Author: Collee
I would share the info but if you would prefer not to why not just answer with, ''FH purchased the ring so I don''t know all the details.''

Very good suggestion Collee!

 

[Tuckins1]

I just tell people. If they really like it, they can check out the designer or store... Maybe they will find something similar that suits them! Honestly, I don''t really care if someone has the same ring as me. The only ring I am concerned with is my own...