Looking for opinions on this Danhov halo...

[lizzyann]

Hi everyone!

I just came across this Danhov princess halo on James Allen in their previously sold section. I really like it! I have always been a fan of the legacy style type halo but I have never seen one done on a princess cut before. I have been debating for some time on a reset of my engagement ring but just haven't found the right one. I end up just sticking with my current set because it is classic, but I couldn't resist putting this at the top of my list for a potential reset. Anyways, what do you all think about it? Have you seen this setting from any other vendors? It is $4000 in platinum so I was looking for other options as well. I know Excel does a nice Legacy style but I don't think they offer it in princess. Anyways, please feel free to offer any feedback, pics, or other options. Thanks!

 

[confusedaisy]

I REALLY like it!! It's so unique!

 

[Dreamer_D]

Danhov is a brand that I have seen a few times on here, and I think their quality is good. But that is a lot of money seems to me!! I think you can find a similar style from some other vendors... maybe call around for quotes and send that photo along just so you have a comparison?

I really love a halo on a princess stone, btw. I say go for it, just make sure the price is fair before proceeding.

 

[minmin001]

It's stunning but the price is on the high end side...

 

[Dreamer_D]

Some alternatives:

I think I have seen a pricess version of this, if not they could make one for a little more custom: http://www.whiteflash.com/engagemen...ngs/halo-bezel-diamond-engagement-ring-74.htm

I like this one even more, again I am sure BGD could make it for a pincess and probably for a similar price since they custom make all their rings from CADs:
http://www.briangavindiamonds.com/home/ring-details/?product_id=5671

But for this style, Ritani is always the way to go. Apparently their pave is like a "tank". And this princess halo is one of my favourites. Another PSer has it, I will try to find the link:
http://www.pearlmansjewelers.com/jewelry-designers/ritani-jewelry/rings/56QQ1/

 

[Dreamer_D]

Found the ritani thread! https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/my-ring-is-finally-here.61305/ The price is similar to Danhov but the quality would be better, I would pay for the Ritani myself. Girl, reset reset! I adore this style for a princess and want to see you get it

 

[lizzyann]

Confusedaisy, thanks so much! I was really excited when I saw it on JA. I LOVE the legacy but I do not want to trade in my stone, so I thought this was a nice version for a princess cut.

Hi Dreamer, I was hoping you'd see this and offer your opinion. I totally agree that $4000 is quite high which is why I was hoping for some other options. The Ritani is a nice option but I do not like the sharp corners of the halo. I prefer a cushion halo (like the tiff legacy) or the slight cut corners like the pic I posted. I REALLY like the BGD one you posted! I love how the profile is so close to the profile of the legacy. I didn't love the profile of the Danhov. Honestly, I basically want the Legacy with a princess. But the problem with me is that I am AFRAID of custom. I like to see real life pictures before I commit. I know they will have cads...but handshots puh-lease Do you know of anyone on PS who has something like this? Maybe I should contact BGD and see if they have done that style you posted with princess and see if they have any pics. Which do you prefer with my princess - slight cut corner or rounded edges? As much as I love the rounded edges of the tiff legacy, I feel that the slight cut corner might complement the princess more. Thanks for your help!!!

Minmin, I totally agree. Price is really high! $4000 would be out of the budget for sure.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Confusedaisy, thanks so much! I was really excited when I saw it on JA. I LOVE the legacy but I do not want to trade in my stone, so I thought this was a nice version for a princess cut.

Hi Dreamer, I was hoping you'd see this and offer your opinion. I totally agree that $4000 is quite high which is why I was hoping for some other options. The Ritani is a nice option but I do not like the sharp corners of the halo. I prefer a cushion halo (like the tiff legacy) or the slight cut corners like the pic I posted. I REALLY like the BGD one you posted! I love how the profile is so close to the profile of the legacy. I didn't love the profile of the Danhov. Honestly, I basically want the Legacy with a princess. But the problem with me is that I am AFRAID of custom. I like to see real life pictures before I commit. I know they will have cads...but handshots puh-lease Do you know of anyone on PS who has something like this? Maybe I should contact BGD and see if they have done that style you posted with princess and see if they have any pics. Which do you prefer with my princess - slight cut corner or rounded edges? As much as I love the rounded edges of the tiff legacy, I feel that the slight cut corner might complement the princess more. Thanks for your help!!!

Minmin, I totally agree. Price is really high! $4000 would be out of the budget for sure.

Call and ask BGD, I am betting you they have made it for a princess before. In fact if you troll their blog I bet they have one posted there! I would go for the legacy style from BGD -- good price, great service and quality.

 

[confusedaisy]

Minmin, I totally agree. Price is really high! $4000 would be out of the budget for sure.

Holy cow- I didn't realize it was that much. I agree with the other ladies- now that you know what you want, use that to shop around. Good luck!!

 

[mrssalvo]

I love the princess in the halo too! I do believe Ritani does offer a few modifications to their settings so you could probably see if they would round the corners. It would at least be worth a call to Pearlmans for a quote and to see if it can be done.

The BGD is beautiful too. I've never seen on of their pieces in person but from pictures they do wonderful work and I wouldn't hesitate to work with them as well if the price was right!

 

[lizzyann]

Confusedaisy, thanks so much! I was really excited when I saw it on JA. I LOVE the legacy but I do not want to trade in my stone, so I thought this was a nice version for a princess cut.

Hi Dreamer, I was hoping you'd see this and offer your opinion. I totally agree that $4000 is quite high which is why I was hoping for some other options. The Ritani is a nice option but I do not like the sharp corners of the halo. I prefer a cushion halo (like the tiff legacy) or the slight cut corners like the pic I posted. I REALLY like the BGD one you posted! I love how the profile is so close to the profile of the legacy. I didn't love the profile of the Danhov. Honestly, I basically want the Legacy with a princess. But the problem with me is that I am AFRAID of custom. I like to see real life pictures before I commit. I know they will have cads...but handshots puh-lease Do you know of anyone on PS who has something like this? Maybe I should contact BGD and see if they have done that style you posted with princess and see if they have any pics. Which do you prefer with my princess - slight cut corner or rounded edges? As much as I love the rounded edges of the tiff legacy, I feel that the slight cut corner might complement the princess more. Thanks for your help!!!

Minmin, I totally agree. Price is really high! $4000 would be out of the budget for sure.

Call and ask BGD, I am betting you they have made it for a princess before. In fact if you troll their blog I bet they have one posted there! I would go for the legacy style from BGD -- good price, great service and quality.

Dreamer, I put a note in to Lesley and asked her if she has done the legacy with a princess. I also sent her the Danhov one to give her an idea of what I am looking at. Hmmm....now to convince the DH.

 

[lizzyann]

I love the princess in the halo too! I do believe Ritani does offer a few modifications to their settings so you could probably see if they would round the corners. It would at least be worth a call to Pearlmans for a quote and to see if it can be done.

The BGD is beautiful too. I've never seen on of their pieces in person but from pictures they do wonderful work and I wouldn't hesitate to work with them as well if the price was right!

I didn't realize Ritani does modifications. I'll put a note into Pearlman's to see what they think. Thanks!!! I am on the fence on the Ritani version as I feel it might be a little more modern looking as opposed to classic. what do you think?

 

[lbbaber]

From what I understand, to change the shape of a halo to fit a princess isn't difficult. I have a halo'd princess. I really wanted the Amphora (a RB halo) from Whiteflash but for my princess (and I didnt want sharp corners). They had no problem doing it. The called it semi-custom but it didnt need cad's or anything. I was even offered the opportunity to return it if not satisfied which is somethinf WF doesnt do w/custom. I am sure any of the vendors can do it for you without much of a hassle.

I know what your looking for is different than mine, obviously, but from what I've seen, its not difficult to change the shape of the halo. Its a simple modification. I hope this helps. I cant wait to see what you decide bc I am a princess halo fan myself Good Luck!

 

[lizzyann]

lbbaber, your halo did come out beautifully! DId you do yours in white gold or platinum? Do you plan on wearing a band with it?

 

[lizzyann]

I did hear back from BGD and they have not done that style with a princess, but she said that they could. They quoted me as well and it is cheaper than the Danhov, but still a little pricier than what I was hoping for. I do know though that with BGD I will get a quality piece for sure. I just sent a note back inquiring as to whether this would be considered custom or not. I'm not sure when I would feel comfortable to pull the trigger on a project like this. I do feel that I have to do my due diligence and quote another vendor though.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Lizzy have you tried halos on before and do you like the look (not counting minor details of style)?

 

[lizzyann]

Yup, I love the look! Awhile ago, I tried on a 1.8 carat Legacy with the matching band and I felt like a million bucks!!! It had MAJOR finger coverage!!! But I know that was a cushion not a princess. I have not tried on a princess halo.

I just want to make sure I go with the right halo for a princess. I don't want to force a halo on it until I am 100% positive on which one works for me and my stone. My stone is not square, it is more rectangle (which I prefer) I like how the bezel in the Danhov one is very narrow. I don't care for the bezels when they are too thick in a halo. I debated on doing prongs instead but I feel that i like the look of the bezel better. I feel like all I see is prongs when they are there. I also know for sure that I want to do a bead set halo, not a cut down pave or any other kind of pave. For me, I just don't like the look with a princess. I don't like the curvy lines of the pave, I prefer a straighter edge that the bead set gives. I love pave halo's with cushions and rounds but not with princess. One major style choice would be to either have the slight cut corners like the Danhov or just a little more rounded like the BGD one. I am leaning towards the cut corners like the Danhov because I feel that the straighter halo flatters the princess cut more than a rounder one would. I also don't think I will do miligrain. I like it with cushions for that more deco feel but I feel I am a little bit more classic/modern if that makes sense and I feel the milgrain doesn't go as well with the princess. What do you think Dreamer?

Sorry that was so long. Just talking it thru..... I am getting excited as I feel I may have found the one!!!!

 

[slg47]

I would go with a thinner halo and the clipped corners like the Danhov setting. I think if BGD makes CADs you will be able to see roughly the proportions/etc and will be able to make changes.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I would go with a thinner halo and the clipped corners like the Danhov setting. I think if BGD makes CADs you will be able to see roughly the proportions/etc and will be able to make changes.

Yes ditto this. I think all the elements you have mentioned -- thin halo, bead set, thin bezel, clipped corners, no pave -- are all great choices and will be easy to see in a CAD and get just perfect. I am like you, I am very nervous about custom, but having personally worked with BGD on my own custom piece in the past I know they do a really good job. Talk on the phone through the process and don't approve the CAD until you are 100% happy and you will be fine!

 

[lizzyann]

Just an update...I contacted Whiteflash to see if they have ever done a legacy esque princess and they have not. They also said that it would need to be custom if I want to do the straighter edge cut corner type halo. They said that they have seen asschers in the Vatche Grace so it definitely could be done with a princess, but the halo is more of a cushion which I don't think I want.

I also went back to my archive of saved halo's and I found Ashley Simpson's asscher halo (pic below). I have always loved this one. I also think it could be interpreted nicely with a princess. It also appears to be bead set and with a similar shank/profile as the legacy. And I thought I had my mind set on a bezel but this one looks awesome with the prongs. My only concern with the prongs is that I don't want the stone to be set too high. I'm not a huge fan of the profile of halo's where the stone is set above the halo versus flush with it. Hope that made sense. I'd still want the stone to be nestled in as flush to the halo as possible. What do you guys think of this one?

 

[slg47]

I'd probably stick with the bezel to achieve the flush look? I just love the first one you posted

 

[lizzyann]

Thanks SLG! I hear you. I'm on the fence now because I really like the look of the Ashley Simpson one too (but I know her stone is HUGE). I feel like the prongs may be easier for me to adjust to because I have had prongs for so long. But if I went the prong route, I would not want the diamond set too high. The link below has the Vatche Grace that Whiteflash mentioned, but in the profile pic you can see where the diamond is set up real high. That is not my preference. You are right in that the bezel will definitely give me more of that flush look, but I just worry that the bezel look will be hard for me to adjust too as the halo is already going to be an adjustment. At the same time I LOVE both of the halo's I have posted - bezel and with prongs. So I just need to do some soul searching to figure out what I truly want. I think that a reset is more stressful than picking out your first ring!!!! Thanks so much for your help and opinion!

http://www.whiteflash.com/engagemen...ace-diamond-engagement-ring-by-vatche-255.htm

 

[D&T]

just another thought, have you looked at Victor Canera? I was contemplating a halo for my previous PC, and he did a quick mock up for me with the clipped corners which I thought looked really pretty from the drawing.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I think bezel set will give you more the look you want. I have seen some prong sets where the stone is very low. I have little doubt that WF or BGD could both set the stone as low as you wanted if you went that route.

Did you see the WF CADs for the legacy=esque setting with an oval another poster put up recently?

 

[lizzyann]

just another thought, have you looked at Victor Canera? I was contemplating a halo for my previous PC, and he did a quick mock up for me with the clipped corners which I thought looked really pretty from the drawing.

Hmmm...I have seen many of his pieces on here recently. I will check him out. Did you work in person with him? He's in L.A. right?

 

[lizzyann]

I think bezel set will give you more the look you want. I have seen some prong sets where the stone is very low. I have little doubt that WF or BGD could both set the stone as low as you wanted if you went that route.

Did you see the WF CADs for the legacy=esque setting with an oval another poster put up recently?

I did see the cad's from WF on that oval and it did have the prongs and it looked beautiful! I can't wait to see the finished product on that! What do you think on miligrain vs. no miligrain. I'm leaning towards none as I think it makes it a little more modern and clean that way. Let me know your thoughts.

Dreamer, I am super duper excited about this potential reset. But I gotta tell you it stresses me out all at the same time! Do you go thru that at all when you have reset or upgraded? It's like I'm afraid I am not going to like it.

 

[D&T]

just another thought, have you looked at Victor Canera? I was contemplating a halo for my previous PC, and he did a quick mock up for me with the clipped corners which I thought looked really pretty from the drawing.

Hmmm...I have seen many of his pieces on here recently. I will check him out. Did you work in person with him? He's in L.A. right?

Hi Lizzy-
I worked with him just online, one phone call and the rest was history. However, mine was very simple band. I'd email him your thoughts and see what he says. He was very kind to do a quick mock up of a princess halo bezeled with clipped corners. Mine would have been all channel set halo instead if I had kept the PC.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I think bezel set will give you more the look you want. I have seen some prong sets where the stone is very low. I have little doubt that WF or BGD could both set the stone as low as you wanted if you went that route.

Did you see the WF CADs for the legacy=esque setting with an oval another poster put up recently?

I did see the cad's from WF on that oval and it did have the prongs and it looked beautiful! I can't wait to see the finished product on that! What do you think on miligrain vs. no miligrain. I'm leaning towards none as I think it makes it a little more modern and clean that way. Let me know your thoughts.

Dreamer, I am super duper excited about this potential reset. But I gotta tell you it stresses me out all at the same time! Do you go thru that at all when you have reset or upgraded? It's like I'm afraid I am not going to like it.

Do I worry about it?? Have you read my threads??? haha... yes it drives me batty and it is the reason why I have only had inexpensive settings. I fear disliking it. I admit, custom would be scary. A returnable stock setting is much less anxiety provoking.

Have you bought a fakey legacy and worn it around for a while?

 

[lizzyann]

just another thought, have you looked at Victor Canera? I was contemplating a halo for my previous PC, and he did a quick mock up for me with the clipped corners which I thought looked really pretty from the drawing.

Hmmm...I have seen many of his pieces on here recently. I will check him out. Did you work in person with him? He's in L.A. right?

Hi Lizzy-
I worked with him just online, one phone call and the rest was history. However, mine was very simple band. I'd email him your thoughts and see what he says. He was very kind to do a quick mock up of a princess halo bezeled with clipped corners. Mine would have been all channel set halo instead if I had kept the PC.

D & T, I checked out his website and there was actually one that was really close. I may call him and see what he thinks and get a quote. Thanks! http://www.victorcanera.com/jewelry/engagement-rings/square-emerald-halo-engagement-ring.html

 

[lizzyann]

I think bezel set will give you more the look you want. I have seen some prong sets where the stone is very low. I have little doubt that WF or BGD could both set the stone as low as you wanted if you went that route.

Did you see the WF CADs for the legacy=esque setting with an oval another poster put up recently?

I did see the cad's from WF on that oval and it did have the prongs and it looked beautiful! I can't wait to see the finished product on that! What do you think on miligrain vs. no miligrain. I'm leaning towards none as I think it makes it a little more modern and clean that way. Let me know your thoughts.

Dreamer, I am super duper excited about this potential reset. But I gotta tell you it stresses me out all at the same time! Do you go thru that at all when you have reset or upgraded? It's like I'm afraid I am not going to like it.

Do I worry about it?? Have you read my threads??? haha... yes it drives me batty and it is the reason why I have only had inexpensive settings. I fear disliking it. I admit, custom would be scary. A returnable stock setting is much less anxiety provoking.

Have you bought a fakey legacy and worn it around for a while?

No, I have not bought a fakey but that is a good idea! I am going shopping this afternoon. I'll take a peek around.

You are too funny about the settings! I give you so much credit though for being ok with change with the upgrades. Well I guess so, considering you got a bigger stone each time! That's an incentive! I feel you on the setting though. I'm just so afraid I am going to build a ring which sounds great and then when I put it on, I won't like it and I will be out close to $4000. Definitely going to get a fakey and try to get to Tiff's sometime soon!!!! Your new three stone in the WF setting is going to be beautiful!!!! Excited for you!!!!