Is this too blingy?

[vabaz]

These are the revisedCAD drawings for my engagement/wedding ring all in one! Honest opinions please and thank you.

 

[decodelighted]

You said honest right?

1) The center stone is getting lost in there
2) I find it disconcerting that the ring dips IN at the stone -- as if the stone is sinking
3) Shouldn't the princess be oriented the other direction -- it looks wider than it is tall
4) The head looks utilitarian & "machine-like" rather than fluid or integrated or graceful

On the other hand -- its a real showstopper. Very blingy. Maybe its just not my taste ... *shrug*


ETA: You might want to combine the other photos into this thread. ALSO -- even though I'm not a huge fan of this design ... I think its far superior to the *earlier* design (with the curved bar-set rounds) This is a bit more classic and timeless IMHO.

 

[decodelighted]

Would you ever consider a side profile like this one ... three rows where it meets (what would be your Princess). You wouldn''t have to do the halo of diamonds around our center stone ... but it would give you that "three row" look you''re going for w/o all the bulk -- and with a smoother flow up toward the centerstone which is more pleasing to *my* eye at least.

 

[Jelly]

I love Bling, so no worries about it being too blingy!

There''s something that looks a little off to me...something in the symmetry of the sides being wider than the actual diamond.

Have you considered something like this?

 

[vabaz]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:38:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Would you ever consider a side profile like this one ... three rows where it meets (what would be your Princess). You wouldn''t have to do the halo of diamonds around our center stone ... but it would give you that ''three row'' look you''re going for w/o all the bulk -- and with a smoother flow up toward the centerstone which is more pleasing to *my* eye at least.

Oh my Deco - your ring is absolutely beautiful. I think you hit the nail on the head with the word "bulk" re my CAD and I too am not lovin this design. I am really struggling here and can''t come up with something I am happy with. I am also considering a three row look/split shank style of some kind just haven''t found the exact one. I can''t afford so many CAD''s so I better get it right the next time around. Thanks for your opinions which by the way, I totally agree with!!

 

[Jelly]

Oooh, you are open to split shanks? The possibilities are endless now. haha!

 

[marcy]

It is beautiful and blingy but I would want the center diamond to stand out a bit more; it is kind of lost in the setting.

 

[vabaz]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:41:43 AM
Author: Jelly
I love Bling, so no worries about it being too blingy!

There''s something that looks a little off to me...something in the symmetry of the sides being wider than the actual diamond.

Have you considered something like this?

I agree - it''s almost like the center diamond is too small for the overal width of the shank. Gosh you gals/guys are all so smart here and I do appreciate all comments - it will help me figure out where to go from here. Yes, I think your ring is beautiful too-would it look OK with a Princess?

 

[swingirl]

I prefer rings where the center stone is highlighted and not lost in all the foo foo. The band looks more like a RHR or cocktail ring.

I agree with Deco about everything.

It would be a show stopper but too heavy and chunky for everyday wear.

 

[E B]

Another idea? (Ignore the band sitting atop the split-shank)

 

[Londongirl1]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:46:10 AM
Author: Jelly
Oooh, you are open to split shanks? The possibilities are endless now. haha!

My original ering was a split shank and I loved it at first but then began to dislike it as to me it looked more like a RHR / Cocktail ring. I put my princess stone into a solitaire setting and I couldn't be happier with it. The vaulation of the ring also went way up despite the tcw being less without the diamonds on the shank

It's a matter of personal choice but as someone else posted - the setting is just 'too much' for me

 

[decodelighted]

Here''s another way to go entirely .... a five-stone ring. This could work as a "stand alone" ring -- and could be done with brilliant cut traps or brilliant cut half-moons next to the center Princess. The stone pictured here is a 3 ct Asscher cut with step cut traps & baguettes.

But I really like the idea of the three pronged pave tapering up to a basket set simple, unencumbered Princess center ... idea like the sapphire I posted (which isn''t mine I''m afraid -- I wish!!).

 

[beechezz]

I agree with the others that the princess is getting lost in that setting. I love what Jelly suggested. Simple, but definitely BLINGY!

 

[D&T]

its a beautiful ring, and I don't mind the shank to be wider at the top as my sister's ring looks very similar to yours but with a round and instead of pave's its channel set three rows down the side the other direction and I think its gorgeous, however I would do something else to incorporate your head a bit better. Split shank as others mentioned would be gorgeous!

I brought your other CAD over so you can have it all on one thread, it makes it easier for everyone if all on one thread

 

[tyty333]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:38:21 AM
Author: decodelighted
Would you ever consider a side profile like this one ... three rows where it meets (what would be your Princess). You wouldn''t have to do the halo of diamonds around our center stone ... but it would give you that ''three row'' look you''re going for w/o all the bulk -- and with a smoother flow up toward the centerstone which is more pleasing to *my* eye at least.

Love this ring that decode posted. I''m not loving your CADs but it might just be that that kind of ring
is not really my style. I would want the center stone to be more center stage. Honestly, the ring kind
of looks like an order style from the 70-80s. I''m sorry...I hope I''m not hurting your feelings. I am trying
to be honest though. But...if you like big rings please feel free to ignore what I''m saying...it is just different
taste.

Have you seen any other settings that you really like that you could base your design on with some tweaking?

BTW-Nothing wrong with lots of bling!

 

[exoticisabella]

I like it, and since I wasn''t born until the late 80''s

it looks fun and blingy to me

. But, if you''re not 100% loving it I wouldn''t do it. What do you think of the attached photo or a similar design?

 

[Laila619]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:47:48 AM
Author: marcyc
It is beautiful and blingy but I would want the center diamond to stand out a bit more; it is kind of lost in the setting.

Ditto. I think the setting is too wide, it''s wider than the stone.

In general, thinner bands tend to make the diamond pop.

 

[Gleam]

If you are an older, mature woman with larger hands, I would say this is a great look (although I agree that the center stone is getting somewhat lost). I like the design, but I think it would overwhelm a smaller hand. Personally, I prefer this look to a split shank although I'm in the minority here.

How big is the center stone? Maybe you can proportion the overall setting to be a little narrower, so the center stone isn't so overwhelmed.

 

[vabaz]

Date: 11/4/2009 8:56:30 AM
Author: D&T
its a beautiful ring, and I don''t mind the shank to be wider at the top as my sister''s ring looks very similar to yours but with a round and instead of pave''s its channel set three rows down the side the other direction and I think its gorgeous, however I would do something else to incorporate your head a bit better. Split shank as others mentioned would be gorgeous!

I brought your other CAD over so you can have it all on one thread, it makes it easier for everyone if all on one thread

Thanks D&T - do you have a photo of your sister''s ring? Also thanks for the computer help

I need all the help I can get.

 

[D&T]

Date: 11/4/2009 11:32:06 AM
Author: vabaz
Thanks D&T - do you have a photo of your sister''s ring? Also thanks for the computer help

I need all the help I can get.

sure anytime, I don''t have any pictures of her ring at the moment, we live in a different state, so I can''t run over to take pictures for you (although I would take pictures for any PSers''

), but I''ve asked my sister for a picture if she has one somewhere, she''s in between moving at the moment, but if I can find a picture online somewhere I will be back.

 

[vabaz]

Date: 11/4/2009 10:39:09 AM
Author: exoticisabella
I like it, and since I wasn''t born until the late 80''s

it looks fun and blingy to me

. But, if you''re not 100% loving it I wouldn''t do it. What do you think of the attached photo or a similar design?

Isabella - I like it - do you have any more information on it - like width, style name, where to find it online, etc... thanks!

 

[motownmama]

I think it''s too busy- but, that''s just me- best of luck with your ring!

 

[D&T]

Date: 11/4/2009 11:43:25 AM
Author: D&T

Date: 11/4/2009 11:32:06 AM
Author: vabaz
Thanks D&T - do you have a photo of your sister''s ring? Also thanks for the computer help

I need all the help I can get.

sure anytime, I don''t have any pictures of her ring at the moment, we live in a different state, so I can''t run over to take pictures for you (although I would take pictures for any PSers''

), but I''ve asked my sister for a picture if she has one somewhere, she''s in between moving at the moment, but if I can find a picture online somewhere I will be back.

ok- here is my sister''s ring. Hope this helps kinda.

 

[junebug17]

I noticed in your post you mentioned that this is a ering/wring combo, in which case I'm not sure about a split shank. To me, it would look like only an ering. I think if this ring is going to serve as your wband, then you need a substantial setting. I feel like I didn't explain this well, hopefully you get what I mean!

I might look into thinning the band just a little, so that it isn't quite as wide. but I can see why you chose this if it's going to serve as both rings.

ETA: I like jelly's suggestion!

 

[vc10um]

I like the idea of the ring, but the band is wider and the stone so the stone gets lost.

Perhaps if you just put two diamonds across in the band instead of 3, it would thin down the profile while still holding the same general concept?

 

[dinamit]

I am with D&T on this one (as usual). I like the look of the shank dipping in at the centre, the only I dislike is the head. The stone is set way too high for my liking, especially in that type of ring, and as others have mentioned, I does look a bit industrial. However, I don''t think you are too far off your ring design, if this is the look you want.

dinamit

 

[D&T]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:20:56 PM
Author: dinamit
I am with D&T on this one (as usual). I like the look of the shank dipping in at the centre, the only I dislike is the head. The stone is set way too high for my liking, especially in that type of ring, and as others have mentioned, I does look a bit industrial. However, I don't think you are too far off your ring design, if this is the look you want.

dinamit

hey when is your ring coming in Dinamit

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ETA: I just found your post of the ring, but sweetie why isn't on here ??in SMTR- IT"S GORGEOUSS, I want more pictures

please! so fluid. I love it! just my style too

 

[E B]

Have you seen some of Simon G''s designs? He has quite a few substantial pieces that may inspire a new design. Below is one from the front of his page.

When you''re at his website, go to ''Collections'' (at the top) and then ''Bridal.''

 

[MichelleCarmen]

The center stone is lost in all the diamonds. I think it would look better with less wide/more narrow shank and a few less side diamonds. As it, it doesn''t have a modern look. Sorry. (Kind of agree with tyty333)

 

[vabaz]

Date: 11/4/2009 12:05:04 PM
Author: D&T

Date: 11/4/2009 11:43:25 AM
Author: D&T

Date: 11/4/2009 11:32:06 AM
Author: vabaz
Thanks D&T - do you have a photo of your sister''s ring? Also thanks for the computer help

I need all the help I can get.

sure anytime, I don''t have any pictures of her ring at the moment, we live in a different state, so I can''t run over to take pictures for you (although I would take pictures for any PSers''

), but I''ve asked my sister for a picture if she has one somewhere, she''s in between moving at the moment, but if I can find a picture online somewhere I will be back.

ok- here is my sister''s ring. Hope this helps kinda.

Oh my yes, I have seen that setting and quite liked it-back when I first started my search. It still catches my eye. You are a fast finder of photos DT - thanks! I think my problem is that I like too many designs including all of the suggestions on this thread...except the one WF has been working on