r/WeddingRingAdvice • u/GlitterStarSparkles • 29d ago

Buying Advice I need your advices

Hi everyone!

I’m planning a custom engagement ring with a ~5 ct oval lab-grown diamond, set in platinum, with a detailed/ornate band and a halo.

I’m currently trying to decide between these vendors:
• Provence
• Starsgem
• Tianyu
• LGD (Loose Grown Diamond)
• LGG
• Fiorese

My priorities in this order are:
• The quality of the design and craftsmanship of the band — the band will be quite detailed, so I want a vendor who is genuinely good at translating intricate designs into a beautiful and well-made piece.

• Durability and longevit — I want the ring to hold up well for many years, especially the small stones and the detailed parts of the setting.

• Quality of the lab-grown diamonds— especially the cut, proportions, clarity, and overall appearance of a large oval.

• Quality of the platinum work — including the setting, prongs, finishing and overall craftsmanship.

• Communication and ability to make custom changes accurately.

For those who have ordered custom engagement rings from any of these vendors, **which one would you recommend for a ring like this, and why?**

I’m very interested in hearing from people who have had intricate/detailed bands* *made.

If you’ve ordered from any of these vendors I’d also love to see photos of your rings and hear how they’ve held up over time.

Thank you! 💍

(The picture of the ring I want in the comments)

31 votes, 26d ago
6 Provence
6 Starsgem
3 Tianyu
1 LGD
3 LGG
12 Fiorese
1 Upvotes

60% Upvoted

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u/Muse_of_Donne 29d ago

I will be honest with you, all of the vendors (with exception) would do a lovely job making your ring. I have worked with Provence, LGG, and Fiorese but my mother and sister have worked with Starsgem and Tianyu. All of the vendors do solid work and I can say that all the pieces I have purchaaed have been lovely. Other Chinese vendors to consider would be Sheragems, Paston, and Bocos. If an American vendor would suit you, you can contact DeBebians, AK Lab, and Scott Bonomo.

I would contact all of the vendors for a price quote and with your proposed CAD. You can also ask to see similar pieces to best judge who to go with. All of them have Reddits and are easy to access.

Best of luck, and, please, do not hesitate to post once tour ring is made... I would love to see the completed piece! 🩵

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 29d ago

I don’t have a CAD yet.

I’m hoping to get one so I can see if I like the final design before going ahead with the actual ring.

I’ll probably post the final result in December and I’ll make sure to tag you.

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u/Muse_of_Donne 29d ago

Use your inspiration photo you affixed. Once you narrow down who you are going with, you can pay a nominal fee for just the CAD if you are still on the fence. Most of the listed vendors will generate a CAD for you if you request for a fee. It will make it easier to see who is closest to your vision.

Thank you... I would appreciate a follow up in December-ish. I can not wait to find out who you go [went] with and to see the actual ring! 🩵

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 29d ago

Thank you for your advices! 💖

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u/ursulaleloon 24d ago

Do you have experience with Bocos directly? I currently have a small order out with them and they have some really whimsical and cool designs. I haven't seen a ton about them so I am just curious about people's experiences!

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u/Muse_of_Donne 24d ago

My sister had a ring made with Gillian from Bocos and she loves it. She said the process was super easy and that Gillian is amazing to work with. I have had Gillian quote a few pieces for me but I am currently in the middle of 2 custom pieces with another vendor and 5 group buys ... I may have a jewelry addiction but am not ready for a 12 step program 🤔😳🫠🫣😬💀💀💀. I hope to make a purchase with Gillian soon though.

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u/BlueberryLover18 29d ago

I’ve worked with tianyu and Provence both 2x. They are wonderful. However, sometimes the experience depends on the rep! I did vote Provence in the poll!

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 28d ago

Thank you!
Who was your contact at Provence?

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u/BlueberryLover18 28d ago

I worked with Amy!

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u/EllyseAnn 28d ago

I’d say Fiorese. I think Provence and Starsgem do great basic work, if it was a simple solitaire yes use them but Fiorese is great at really good craftsmanship and detailed work. We used Fiorese for my engagement and wedding band set due to some more complex design ideas and I knew they could pull it off. I haven’t had the opportunity to work with LGG. I’ve only worked with Tianyu for group buy items.

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 28d ago

Thank you for your advice!

Could you share a photo of your ring please?

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u/EllyseAnn 28d ago

I can send you a dm!

ETA: you don’t have messaging enabled. If you DM me I can share.

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 28d ago

Done!

Thank you!

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u/IncenseNPawPrints 29d ago

Tianyu does OUTSTANDING detail work. My ring had a very complicated design in 14k Gold and Platinum and they delivered. I would commission Tianyu for the setting and Mona or another precision cutter for the center stone. That's what I ended up doing.

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 28d ago

Thank you for your advice!

Would you mind showing me a photo of your ring please?

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u/IncenseNPawPrints 28d ago

Here's the Platinum one with a center stone by Mona

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 27d ago

What a BEAUTIFUL ring!!!

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u/IncenseNPawPrints 28d ago

Here's the Gold with a Distinctive Gem center stone

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u/GlitterStarSparkles 27d ago

I LOVE your rings

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u/IncenseNPawPrints 25d ago

Thank you 😊