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Custom jewelry used to be reserved for the very wealthy. A diamond tennis bracelet from a leading jewelry company costs $20,000 (CNN). Can you imagine how expensive that piece could be if you wanted to add subtle touches to make it uniquely yours? Today, technological advancements in lab-grown gem production, for both lab-grown diamonds and moissanite stones, have meant larger and higher-quality stones are more abundant, which directly translates to their affordability. With a substantial proportion of personalized jewelry taken up by the gem's price, commissioning exceptional designs is now attainable to more people. At LeCaine, we are dedicated to transforming your jewelry vision into tangible, cherished pieces. From pieces you plan to wear daily to intricate pieces reserved for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, lab-grown diamonds and moissanite provide the unique possibilities you desire.
Why Lab-grown Diamonds?
Aside from their affordability, lab-grown diamonds and moissanite, especially those offered by LeCaine Gems, showcase exceptional quality, fire, and brilliance that rival their mined diamond counterparts. Moreover, recent customer sentiment favors materials sourced from sustainable and ethical sources. Though this sentiment is popular throughout a variety of industries, such as in fashion, skincare, food, and even the cars we drive, nowhere is the shift to environmentally conscious alternatives felt like in the fine jewelry industry.
Understanding Your Style and Preferences
Assess Your Personal Style
Classic:
The classic style might be your ideal choice if you prefer traditional designs. It is strongly identified with sophistication, clean lines, and appeal that transcends fashion eras.
Modern:
Modern styles cover a vast range of fashion styles. However, they all offer fresh and innovative approaches for those who embrace contemporary trends and cutting-edge designs. Today, modern styles are associated with bold shapes, unique cuts, and exceptional combinations.
Corporate:
Corporate styles are an excellent option for more polished, professional designs appropriate for a working environment.
What Color or Colors Do You Prefer?
White Stones:
White lab-grown diamonds and moissanite stones are popular choices for pieces that offer an enduring and versatile look that complements any outfitting options.
Featured Piece: The Laura Ring in White Gold Featuring a Round-Cut Lab-Grown Diamond
Yellow Gemstones:
Yellow lab-grown diamonds and moissanite stones add a warm and sunny glow to your jewelry. These colors create a cheerful and vibrant statement, whether worn with complementary shades or with matching attire.
Featured Piece: The Asscher Canary Yellow Moissanite Solitaire Pendant in Rose Gold.
Pink Jewels:
Pink is synonymous with feminine charm. Pink lab-grown diamonds and moissanite stones are ideal for anniversary bands, engagement rings, and pieces reserved for special occasions.
Featured Piece: The Cherie Emerald Lab-Grown Sapphire Trinity Ring featuring an emerald-cut pink sapphire as its center stone.
Blue Gemstones:
Blue lab-grown diamonds and moissanite are best for pieces that highlight the wearer's sophistication and character. Eye-catching and unique, blue gems are best for statement jewelry pieces.
Featured Piece: Chloe Mistique Moissanite Ring featuring a brilliant-cut blue moissanite center stone.
Which Metals Do You Prefer?
Platinum:
Platinum is durable and has hypoallergenic properties. Its lustrous white color makes it a popular option for timeless, elegant, and luxurious pieces.
Design Inspiration: The 1.5-Carat Mera Moissanite Platinum Ring
This vintage-styled moissanite platinum ring features a mesmerizing 1.5-carat brilliant round-cut moissanite surrounded by moissanite accents, creating a halo effect. Five clear moissanite stones are mounted on each side of the band, giving it a regal appearance.
White Gold:
Though it appears identical to platinum, white gold is available at a lower cost, making it well-suited to both elegant and understated pieces.
Design Inspiration: Heart-Shaped Moissanite Pendant in 18K White Gold
Set in shimmering 18K white gold, this captivating pendant features a heart-shaped moissanite surrounded by a moissanite-studded halo.
Yellow Gold:
Yellow gold, or simply "gold," is associated with luxurious and enduring jewelry designs. It is an option for those who want their jewelry to stand out and get noticed. However, well-designed pieces crafted in yellow gold also provide a subtle, understated option.
Design Inspiration: Niki Round-Cut Moissanite Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
This 18K yellow gold moissanite ring features a mesmerizing 1-carat brilliant-cut moissanite prong-set on a dainty, tapered band.
Rose Gold:
Rose gold has only recently become popular because of how well it coordinates with modern fashion choices. Moreover, rose gold complements a broad range of skin tones.
Design Inspiration: Niki Round-Cut Moissanite Solitaire Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Featuring the same tapered band that made the Niki rings popular with jewelry fans who love rings with understated designs, this 18K rose gold solitaire ring enhances the beauty of the 3-carat moissanite it holds.
Which Gem Settings Are Best?
Prong Setting:
Prong setting is best for showing off the stone because its open sides let light in better than other settings. Though well-crafted prongs are durable, prongs do protrude and might get caught on clothing.
Design Inspiration: Niki Round Moissanite Solitaire Ring with 6-Prong Setting
The 6-prong setting of this shimmering yellow gold ring enhances the mesmerizing effect created by its featured 3-carat round-cut brilliant moissanite main stone.
Bezel Setting:
Also known as rub-over setting, this setting is a practical and a very secure way to set gemstones. However, this setting does not let as much light under the stone, making colored gemstones darker.
Design Inspiration: Nona Round-Cut Moissanite Bezel-Set Solitaire Ring in 18K White Gold
A round brilliant-cut moissanite fits snuggly within the Nona ring’s bezel setting, creating a modern and sophisticated look.
Channel Setting:
Not to be confused with the name of a famous designer, channel settings feature multiple gemstones set side by side in a channel, creating a continuous band of color and sparkle.
Design Inspiration: The Safiya Moissanite Half-Eternity Ring
The Safiya embodies why channel settings are best for eternity rings. Seven enthralling moissanite stones are channel-set in this beautiful matching set.
Halo Setting:
The halo setting is popular for exceptional engagement rings because of its dazzling and eye-catching effect. This type of setting is characterized by larger gemstones surrounded by a ring of smaller stones, typically melee diamonds.
Design Inspiration: Mera Round Moissanite Halo Ring in 18K Rose Gold
The Mera features a 2-carat round-cut brilliant moissanite main stone whose brilliance and fire is enhanced by a mesmerizing halo of moissanite stones set lower than the main stone, creating a look unique to this ring.
Which Gemstone Shape Do You Prefer?
Round-Cut:
Round-cut gemstones offer the best scintillation of any cut, and are suited for pieces that will highlight their brilliance and fire.
Design Inspiration: Patricia Round-Cut Moissanite Trilogy Ring
This exquisite rose gold ring features three mesmerizing prong-set round-cut moissanite stones, enhancing their brilliance and fire.
Oval-Cut:
Oval-cut gemstones offer a graceful and elongated shape, making them ideal for exceptional pieces, such as statement rings and earrings, pendant necklaces, and engagement rings.
Design Inspiration: Ollie Oval Moissanite Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold
The Ollie features a 1-carat oval-cut moissanite prong-set in 18K gold. The Ollie has a low-setting making them excellent as a ring that can be stacked with a wedding ring.
Pear-Cut:
Their teardrop shape adds sophistication and elegance to your attire, whether as pendant necklaces, earrings, or rings.
Design Inspiration: The 2.5-Carat Maisyn Pear Moissanite Ring in 18K Gold
The Maisyn features a 2.5-carat pear-shaped moissanite set with a halo surrounded by dainty moissanite accent stones. Its vintage-inspired design is punctuated with further diminutive moissanite stones set in its band.
Princess-Cut:
Princess-cut gemstones have a square shape with cut corners. Princess-cut gems are best for pieces that offer a modern and edgy look.
Design Inspiration: The Ivory Princess Moissanite Ring in 18K Gold
The intricate design of the Ivory ring features a resplendent princess-cut moissanite mounted highly by a basket crown on a shank that has a unique partial milgrain metalwork in rose gold.
Marquise-Cut:
With their tapered oval shape, marquise-cut gems create a unique and eye-catching design.
Design Inspiration: Maise Marquise Moissanite Ring in 18K Gold
The staggering beauty of the Maise ring centers on its mesmerizing prong-set 2.5-carat marquise-cut moissanite surrounded by dainty moissanite accents under and around the prongs, making the ring shine whichever side it's viewed from.
How Can I Customize My Lab-grown Diamond or Moissanite Jewelry Piece?
Step 1: Consult with a Jeweler:
Begin by clicking on this link to our contact page to arrange an appointment for a consultation meeting or call. This consultation provides you an opportunity to discuss your vision for the piece, including your preferred style, design elements, and gemstones. We will also consider any specific preferences, fashion choice, or inspirations you have.
Step 2: Design Options:
We will work with you to develop design options that align with your vision and preferences. Examples of our bespoke jewelry are available on our site. We may also provide sketches, renderings, or computer-aided design (CAD) models to help you visualize your final piece.
Step 3: Selecting the Perfect Lab-Grown Diamond or Moissanite:
You may choose the lab-grown diamond or moissanite for your jewelry piece once you have decided on a design. Please consider factors, such as carat weight, clarity, cut or shape, and color to find the perfect stone for your piece.
Step 4: Choosing the Setting and Metal:
Your choice of metal is one of the most important decisions you can make when designing your piece because it will impact its overall look and feel. Moreover, the setting is a vital design element that defines how your jewelry piece will blend with your fashion style. Discussing these preferences is essential in determining the best combination to showcase your chosen gemstone and design to suit the occasion when they will be worn.
Step 5: Creating the Custom Piece:
Once we finalize the design and complete the selection of the metals, setting, and choice of gemstones, we will begin crafting your custom piece. The production process involves skilled artisans who specialize in various stages of jewelry manufacturing, such as cutting, setting, and polishing your gemstones.
For the Best Jewelry Customization Experience, Visit LeCaine Gems!
LeCaine Gems offers the best jewelry customization experience for its clients. Leveraging on our excellent customer service and the skills of our artisans, who have perfected their craft for generations, you can rest assured that your custom jewelry piece is worthy of the unforgettable occasion it marks. Visit us on our site to learn more about our customization service, or drop by our store at the Millenia Walk in Singapore.