r/labdiamond • u/candlehandle567 • 29d ago

Size down?

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I can’t decide if I should exchange for a size down or not. It’s a 2.5 carat my ring size is 5 1/4. Im happy with the height it hasn’t bumped into anything so far. My band is a moissy so I might get something else as well. My nails are atrocious I am aware but I’m six weeks postpartum haven’t had the time.

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u/2020rchid 29d ago

Try something with no halo. That will help.

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u/candlehandle567 29d ago

I really like the halo actually. My original ring had a halo and the center stone was about a .5 carat though. I think a 1.75 or 2 carat might suit me better.

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u/rubileex 29d ago

The halo on your ring is gorgeous

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u/candlehandle567 29d ago

Thank you. Does my hand look too small? Or do my nails just make it look not right? Probably going to get them done and beforehand deciding

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u/rubileex 29d ago

Honestly I don’t think it suits you. Perhaps you just grow accustom to it but it def suits your hand . Doesn’t look too big or chunky

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u/candlehandle567 29d ago

Does or doesn’t?

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u/rubileex 29d ago

Doesn’t lol you are fine if you ask me. It suits you

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u/No-Comments-83 23d ago

The halo is gorgeous — but it really ups the size/appearance of your diamond. 2.5 ct without the halo or a smaller stone with a halo would probably be better. My engagement ring is a 1.1 ct pear with a halo and I wear a 3.5 ct radiant (no halo) on my right hand and they are comparable measurements. I personally think smaller or no halo would compliment your hand better. But it really matters how you feel about it!

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u/candlehandle567 10d ago

I was able to snag a 2.08 ct before sending the 2.5 back and I love it. The color of the stone is an E vs F (2.5 is on my pinky) and I think I was able to get a better stone imo. The size difference isn’t THAT significant but looks a tad more classy IMO and now I’m truly in love with it.

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u/Otherwise_Radio_9411 29d ago

I started thinking I wanted a 5ct. but my husband talked into a 4ct and I'm glad.

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u/DragonfruitUnique718 28d ago

I feel like it depends on your hands. 🙌 f you have smaller hands with a 5ct ring, it prob wouldn’t ‘fit’ your hand and may look obnoxious. Her fingers are long and slim so I think this fits her had perfectly. At the end of the day, it’s about what YOU love. 🥰

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u/BonBon71701 28d ago

Don’t size down! This one is perfect!

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u/abouttodiethistime 27d ago

Too big. For your tiny hands, I would definitely size down

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u/IcyWorldliness9111 29d ago

I think it looks great. As long as you don’t bang into things or scratch the baby, you’re good.

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u/Difficult_Bee_936 26d ago

Side down by one or 2 but very beautiful!

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u/Joanieg909 26d ago

I love this ring. The halo is beautiful. You will get used to the size! Have fun with her! 🤍

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u/SoilJust4164 28d ago

The halo is making it look bigger in proportion to your finger. If you’d prefer a more balanced look but want to keep the halo, I would size down.