Kevin Loh
Well, at this stage you've probably read up about moissinite and done the proper research. If not, the summary is that the clarity, hardness, durability, brilliance etc. every other metric is as good as a diamond's, except maybe its value doesn't retain the same way over time. But hey, which child is excited about receiving their parents' standard 1 carat diamond as an heirloom? And what, is your future wife going to convert her second hand diamond back into cash? Ouch.. An engagement ring is not an investment, it's an expense, so treat it that way. And if you want to treat your fiance the way she "deserves" to be treated, take the money and spend it on your honeymoon. Now the question is, should I buy online or...? I can only speak to this shop and this is what I like about it: 1) they are authorised Charles and Colvard distributors. Charles and Colvard is probably the most well known moissinite in this business. 2) don't let their limited ring options online fool you. They have done a lot of custom work before. You need to contact them. Point out the design, and they'll know how to recreate it. They've been in this ring business a long time... 3) they actually have a decent shopfront in Orchard. This was a huge plus esp if you ever need to take your precious fiance down for resizing 4) fast turnaround. Unlike the standard 2 months of diamonds, moissinite ring can be done in a week 5) honest people, very direct, practical Downside: 1) you need to know more or less what you want. Not much to look, see or try 2) well.. your fiance may not have the same outlook on moissinite as you. But it's up to you to manage!
