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Shiny_Rock
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- Dec 20, 2014
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My journey to PS began a few months ago, after I had my second baby and realized I didn't fit into any of my old rings anymore. My husband pointed out that I could have gotten my rings re-sized, but I decided to use this opportunity to buy some new jewelry instead. 
(My old engagement ring had an inexpensive sapphire as the center stone -- purchased by my husband back when we were poor students and wanted to save our money for the wedding and buying a house instead. I'm thinking about having it re-set someday, as it has sentimental value for me.)
I'd never spent over $1,000 on any single piece of jewelry before, so I knew I wanted to do a lot of research before I dove into buying a diamond. Thanks to PS, I learned so much about diamonds and felt completely comfortable purchasing online. I got my setting and band (size 4) from Blue Nile and an 0.822 carat ACA, I color, VS1 round brilliant from Whiteflash. Whiteflash was able do a 1-day turnaround of the ring setting within a day, delivering the ring on Christmas Eve! (I happened to be in town visiting my parents in Houston and decided to stop by Whiteflash to purchase the diamond in person.) I love it! It never ceases to amaze me how big and sparkly it looks!
Then, over the Christmas holiday, I also discovered OECs and OMCs through PS. I became absolutely obsessed with the Erika Winters Iris halo at JBG and emailed Grace about it. She was super sweet, great to work with, and I just received the ring re-sized for me today (with a 0.98 carat, G color, VS2 OMC). I literally gasped when I opened the box and saw the ring in person. I mentioned to Grace in an email today that Erika designed a truly exquisite piece of art in this ring. I didn't realize until after I bought the ring that this is her first line of jewelry. She's incredibly talented! And the way the OMC sparkles is just fascinating!
It's a bit surprising to me how high up the diamond is set on my right hand now. I'm sure I'll get used to it, but I've never worn anything that *big* before, so I still feel a bit self conscious about it!
Anyway, I wouldn't be surprised if I never buy any more jewelry or diamonds again, but I just wanted to thank y'all for sharing your knowledge and experience on this forum! I feel thoroughly educated and confident that I got pieces that were perfect for me at the right price point. (Seriously, what did people do before the age of the internet?!)
(My old engagement ring had an inexpensive sapphire as the center stone -- purchased by my husband back when we were poor students and wanted to save our money for the wedding and buying a house instead. I'm thinking about having it re-set someday, as it has sentimental value for me.)I'd never spent over $1,000 on any single piece of jewelry before, so I knew I wanted to do a lot of research before I dove into buying a diamond. Thanks to PS, I learned so much about diamonds and felt completely comfortable purchasing online. I got my setting and band (size 4) from Blue Nile and an 0.822 carat ACA, I color, VS1 round brilliant from Whiteflash. Whiteflash was able do a 1-day turnaround of the ring setting within a day, delivering the ring on Christmas Eve! (I happened to be in town visiting my parents in Houston and decided to stop by Whiteflash to purchase the diamond in person.) I love it! It never ceases to amaze me how big and sparkly it looks!
Then, over the Christmas holiday, I also discovered OECs and OMCs through PS. I became absolutely obsessed with the Erika Winters Iris halo at JBG and emailed Grace about it. She was super sweet, great to work with, and I just received the ring re-sized for me today (with a 0.98 carat, G color, VS2 OMC). I literally gasped when I opened the box and saw the ring in person. I mentioned to Grace in an email today that Erika designed a truly exquisite piece of art in this ring. I didn't realize until after I bought the ring that this is her first line of jewelry. She's incredibly talented! And the way the OMC sparkles is just fascinating!
It's a bit surprising to me how high up the diamond is set on my right hand now. I'm sure I'll get used to it, but I've never worn anything that *big* before, so I still feel a bit self conscious about it!
Anyway, I wouldn't be surprised if I never buy any more jewelry or diamonds again, but I just wanted to thank y'all for sharing your knowledge and experience on this forum! I feel thoroughly educated and confident that I got pieces that were perfect for me at the right price point. (Seriously, what did people do before the age of the internet?!)
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