Ya’ll, is my stack too big? 😂

Totally kidding. Just something for your Sunday viewing pleasure. There are so many different styles and shapes and designs when it comes to bands, which is probably why I have so many 🤷‍♀️. But for real, I am an eternity band snob and if I have the choice, I will always choose that. I’m lucky that a lot of my finger sizes are interchangeable, but I do tend to buy things a half size bigger so it’s more comfortable when I stack them together. And if my fingers swell, I wear less rings and if it’s colder or they’re not swollen, then I will stack them with a slightly smaller band so they don’t spin or move. If I don’t do full eternity, my next preference is three-quarter because it feels more comfortable on my fingers than only a five or seven Stone. I hope everyone’s having a good day.!

u/cruisinlife — 1 day ago

TGIF My People!!! Totally loving this lemony drop of goodness!!!

When you want something nice a simple so this beautiful oval shines- but the need to stack keeps taking over 🤪. Oh well. We like what we like 💁‍♀️ hoping everyone enjoys their weekend!
5ct Fancy intense yellow oval, paired with my 2 original wedding bands (aweee☺️) I almost left it at that, and then thought, who am I kidding 😂

u/cruisinlife — 3 days ago

This OMC beauty deserved her day in the sun!

I already posted my other OMC with the round brilliants on the band, but I saw this design and fell in love with the more simple setting. I originally ordered another OMC eternity band from Lena to wear with it, but then I found this bigger one and figured, why not? 😂 although I think I prefer the east west bezel style band, so I’ll be getting this one reset.
5.29ct OMC ER
11ctw OMC band
And all my other goodies that it was their turn in rotation LOL

u/cruisinlife — 5 days ago

TGIF Fam!!! It’s a Diamonds and Daiquiris kind of night 🍹

Just got this 6ct Asscher set and stacked it with another band I already had (so many bands!) I still have a loose 6 ct (and 5ct) that I might try out a different setting on, but I wanted to see how I liked this shape on my hand. I wish I could’ve gotten some pictures of it in better lighting that really showcases its sparkle, but there’s always tomorrow! I also got this super cute right hand pinky ring from another Redditer, and I love it. It’s so cute.☺️ the other candy button ring I have, because you can never have enough candy 😍 (FYI, there is one posted for sale on the weekly thread in best lab Diamond pricing sub!)
I hope all you wonderful people had a fabulous week. I’ve sooo enjoyed seeing all of the new rings posted with many of them giving me lots of inspiration💁‍♀️

u/cruisinlife — 24 days ago

Who said big rocks have to be just for your hands!?! This is my stack I wear every day, unless I’m changing one of them out. 🤩

The toi et moi is a custom tweak from a Starsgem group buy- on a 16“ chain
The paperclip chain was a Provence group buy from several years ago- on an 18” chain
The oval is a custom piece I made with Mandy from Provence. 5ct with hidden halo that can be worn north south or east west- on a 20” chain

u/cruisinlife — 29 days ago

Happy Saturday !!!! Wore one of my favorite go to ovals to do some running around. ☺️ At ‘only’ 3cts, she’s not my biggest, but definitely a fan favorite and a perfect everyday ring!

I adore the bezel setting and the petal basket. I actually had this custom made as a set to fit flush with my half oval/half radiant band, but I just got this bezel round and figured I’d see how it worked. I have to say, I like it!
I think I’ve already posted everything else I’m wearing except the radiant - it is a 7ct warmer stone. I made it to match a custom setting I did for my daughter. Although I’m currently searching for a particular shade of pink to switch out the Diamond for. Not sure if I will reset it or just end up selling it. It’s still up in the air.
Are you team Warm colored Diamond or bright white?

u/cruisinlife — 30 days ago

Lena - OMC Bracelet appreciation post!

Y’all, I am absolutely obsessed with this bracelet!
It arrived today, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. I've had several OMC pieces over the last year because there is just something about this cut that I can't get enough of. I started with the 5-stone lab diamond band, then added the 8-stone version, and later an alternating lab diamond and Sakura pink gemstone eternity band.
I was actually about to order an all-lab eternity band when I randomly thought, "I wonder if they could make me a bracelet instead?" So I reached out to Lena with my idea, and she immediately understood exactly what I was looking for. The CAD came back so quickly, and I was just as quick to approve it!
The sparkle is unreal, and these OMC stones are just so beautiful. They are tiny but mighty and throw off the prettiest flashes. I love that it's substantial enough to make a statement but still practical enough to wear every day (Yay). I love all things bezel, so this setting is a huge plus because I don't have to worry about it catching on clothing or snagging on everything.
This may honestly be one of my favorite pieces to add to my collection! Thanks Lena! 🫶🏻

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

What a Wonderful Wednesday for some sparkles! Today we had this gorgeous 5.46ct elongated cushion center and friends ☺️

TBH - this did not end up being my favorite setting, as I was originally going to use my elongated OMC (that I already posted). But then I got this stunning cushion and decided to use it instead. I think it would’ve looked better with a longer ratio diamond as the stone itself was pretty wide, so it’s kind of overpowering my band. I do love the basket setting and the rep did exactly what I wanted, so the issue isn’t with the craftsmanship! I also had a custom cushion band with (7) 5 x 5 diamonds that I wanted to wear with it and I love how that turned out🔥. I just think the cushion is so pretty, I kind of wish I would’ve just did a solitaire and have even thought about pulling the stone out and resetting it, and if it doesn’t sell, then I might end up doing that.
Some of the other bands I’ve already posted, but I did just get this 3 carat ‘ever so slight’ pink round with the fluted band. She’s a little shy and afraid to show everybody her true color even though I tried multiple angles and lighting to see if it would come out.
What do you guys think? Keep the cushion as is, pull the stone and reset it, or sell the whole thing and start over.?

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

It was a platinum kind of day 🙂 the one that started it all. My first custom piece I designed! Not super big for labs nowadays, but still so pretty 🤩

Ovals are, and always will be, my first love 💗 they say you never forget your first, lol.
4.78ctw with a 3.53ct F VS1 center stone. I had the 3ctw matching band made and then later added the 7ctw natural Asscher band 🔥
Pinky is a 1ct radiant from DE and pointer is an older diamond band.

Pointer on the right hand is another gift from years ago, that is still one of my faves and then my almost 12ctw Mac daddy oval eternity band 💃🏼🔥🥳 I have bought, made, and sold many pieces, but these are keepers

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

Set of the day! My 8.09ct G VVS2 Elongated Emerald Cut Lab 💎set on a 4ctw 4x4 Asscher cut LGD band with a matching wedding band. Both pieces made by Provence, Lena and Mandy.

Never was a fan of the emerald cut because they usually lack the sparkly luster of the brilliants. But- this one has changed my mind. And sticking with my love of pink, I had to add the 2 little pink diamonds in the gallery rail 🩷 . I am absolutely loving the rising popularity of the Asscher cut again and think it makes the set a little more unique-both made by Provence. The band was a rehome and the inspiration for the engagement ring. The pointer radiant was custom made buy a US vendor, then pinky is just the😍 ring and extra band.

Right hand pointer is my 3ct pink lab diamond in 18k rose gold. Ring finger is my same pink padparacha sapphire EC and round (also made by Provence) stacked with my half radiant/half oval band(custom by same US vendor as the radiant). I needed it a tad bit bigger, so I had them add a very small round where they meet. And then the pinky is a 1-ish ct pink lab diamond pear made by Mandy at Provence

I know it is a bit of a long read, but figured I would get the information out there for any questions I thought somebody might ask. And I wanted to give people an idea of different ways you can stack rings! I know my style is not for everyone, and that’s OK😬 and I’m not even mad if people think it’s extra. Enjoy!

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

Another day, another stack 💃🏼 The OMC bug has bitten me big time! And I love me some pink 🩷 so the Candy Button checks all the boxes ✅

The OMC was made with a stone I already had. Of course I had to add more bling because who doesn’t love sparkly stuff? 4.42ct F VS2 OMC cushion. Ratio is a little bigger than I wanted, but the stone was just so pretty 😍 and since I like to see what and how other people pair their stuff, I included pics of the rest of my picks of the day. The Candy Button is a 3ct Fancy Vivid Pink lab Diamond 😉

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

It’s been over a year and she is Still my favorite ❤️ 30 year upgrade. 10.31ct F VVS2 LGD Oval with 2 pink round diamonds on the sides. Had a coordinating marquise and matching pink round diamond bezel band made as well. Love 💕 Love 💗 Love it!

u/cruisinlife — 1 month ago

Catch and Release!

🔥10ctw Lab Oval Bezel Bracelet 🔥

D=26 (OV-0.39ctr) F+VS+ LGD Bracelet 7.39 gms

💎 14k yellow gold - 7 inches

💎 Oval Lab diamonds

💎IGI Certified

💸 $2350 - includes US shipping

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u/cruisinlife — 2 months ago