For people with severe arthritis or other conditions that can cause sudden swelling, open rings are fantastic- for exactly the reason you said to avoid them. When my hands swell, no need to ruin my ring to get it off. I can just bend it out a little bit to squeeze it off.
That is a big pro, I'd still avoid doing this to often and be careful to not bend it open to widely, the ring will get less stable and break at some point :(
In theory, absolutely! But rings that have gemstones set aren’t meant to be bent open and closed as it will very likely loosen the prongs that the gemstones are held in with and you may end up losing your stones. It’ll work in a pinch and may be good for a ring with no gemstones but not something I’d recommend doing frequently.
It is Alexandrite, so just ask a jeweler to make a Toi et Moi out of 2 alexandrite gems between 1ct and 2ct each. This one looked like a cushion cut and pear cut. I've seen two round cuts and that looks pretty good, maybe pear cuts facing opposite ways would probably work too
So helpful! Also glad you've done this video because I've been calling it a "toy eh Moy" ring in my head while looking at them... reallyy glad I never said it out loud..
Not to be nitpicky but the way she pronounces it isn't the correct way either, whilst she's saying Twahh ay Mwahh it should be Twa ay Mwa, no need to elongate the vowel sound and it's a crisp and concise name.
As a couple who just celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary, the open ring could be fabulous. From tiny and young to 5 babies (2 sets of twins) to menopause and bloating... Would be nice to have one ring that fit through it all! 😂
If you don't want to risk it with open rings but your hands swell try getting a ring a little bit bigger and getting a ring size adjuster to make it fit I havent tried it with nicer rings but it's super helpful with my cheaper rings at least
The open toi et moi ring symbolically doesn’t make any sense to me, you’re buying a ring that’s supposed to represent your union but the stones are separate?!? Lol
The same carat weight stones look like they'd make the ring uncomfortable. Like the fingers on either side of the finger the ring is on would constantly be bumping into the stones.
I would NOT want the two stones to be the same size that looks weird. One should be considerably larger and an elongated shape, and one should be smaller and less elongated. In my personal opinion (I'm right tho😂)
Im single, but find jewelry really fascinating. Unfortunately for me, I have tiny fingers (3.5-4.0). Are there any ring styles that won't drown out my fingers?
I had a closed toi et moi ring made with a 10x8 emerald cut and a 10x10 heart brilliant. I chose those because my husband is very logical and simple like the emerald cut, but I’m a bit fanciful and extra like the heart cut. Both stones are moissanite set in 14kt white gold.
Wouldn't an open ring be a good thing so you can adjust it's size to to finger? My finger change size depending on temperature and i was considering getting an open design to avoid losing my ring
Since you design rings, do you know anything about deer antler rings and if they are sturdy enough for a wedding or engagement ring? Me and my partner are both taxidermists and we thought this could be a cool idea for our rings. Sorry for the weird question!! Love your videos!
I had a lignum vitae (wood) ring that I wore as a wedding ring. It was okay for a while but eventually the moisture got into it and it snapped. I’m pretty sure antler would be better than wood, but I would anticipate it breaking eventually. Maybe find an antler of significance from your wedding year and have it made into many rings and every time one of your rings snaps, then go and renew your vows with a new ring for that person. I think some jeweler could inlay the antler into metal. I think I’ve seen something like that on Etsy.
No offence but please pronounce Toi et Moi more correctly. They’re not drawn out - it’s a short sound for both Toi & Moi. ‘Et’ is also not elongated. Thanks! Great advice. Thank you 😊
I'd unravel my entire favorite sweater on that first one
👀 I'm a dude who wears rings. My clothes hate me because of it😔
Jewelry is sweater’s worst enemy😂😂😂
If you want to destroy my sweater
Wear this ring and walk awayyyyy
Maybe that's the reason leadies get them in a first place?
For people with severe arthritis or other conditions that can cause sudden swelling, open rings are fantastic- for exactly the reason you said to avoid them. When my hands swell, no need to ruin my ring to get it off. I can just bend it out a little bit to squeeze it off.
That is a big pro, I'd still avoid doing this to often and be careful to not bend it open to widely, the ring will get less stable and break at some point :(
Maybe get the opening under instead of on the gem gap
In theory, absolutely! But rings that have gemstones set aren’t meant to be bent open and closed as it will very likely loosen the prongs that the gemstones are held in with and you may end up losing your stones. It’ll work in a pinch and may be good for a ring with no gemstones but not something I’d recommend doing frequently.
The last ring was the most beautiful one. Can you tell us more about that one and where we can get that?
It is Alexandrite. Some gems are greener but full color change Alexandrite often can look purple and depending on light turn green or red
It is Alexandrite, so just ask a jeweler to make a Toi et Moi out of 2 alexandrite gems between 1ct and 2ct each.
This one looked like a cushion cut and pear cut.
I've seen two round cuts and that looks pretty good, maybe pear cuts facing opposite ways would probably work too
Aawwww toi et moi as in you and me, so cute❤❤❤. I always thought this ring was so ugly but learning about the name makes it cuter🥺
It has such a sweet sentiment! 😊
@@BijouLabwhat is it?
Right? I HATE this style but knowing the namesake makes it more romantic now 🥺
No, the name is cute but the style is... questionable
So helpful! Also glad you've done this video because I've been calling it a "toy eh Moy" ring in my head while looking at them... reallyy glad I never said it out loud..
Understandable, French vowels pronunciation doesn't come naturally to ANYONE 🫠
Haha I know you’re not alone in thinking it’s pronounced this way so don’t feel bad!😊
Not to be nitpicky but the way she pronounces it isn't the correct way either, whilst she's saying Twahh ay Mwahh it should be Twa ay Mwa, no need to elongate the vowel sound and it's a crisp and concise name.
As a couple who just celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary, the open ring could be fabulous. From tiny and young to 5 babies (2 sets of twins) to menopause and bloating... Would be nice to have one ring that fit through it all! 😂
Fun fact for those who know nothing about french: toi means you, moi means me, and et means and. So the rings are ‘you and me’ rings
I’ve never heard of this ring style. Can you do more on this one. It looks so interesting.
I love Toi et Moi rings! ❤❤
Me too!! So chic.
If you don't want to risk it with open rings but your hands swell try getting a ring a little bit bigger and getting a ring size adjuster to make it fit
I havent tried it with nicer rings but it's super helpful with my cheaper rings at least
not the cut off right before vital information! 💀😭
I had an open toi et moi. It was silver and had the moon in one end and a star on the other. I loved it but never kept it after my heart got broken
The open toi et moi ring symbolically doesn’t make any sense to me, you’re buying a ring that’s supposed to represent your union but the stones are separate?!? Lol
Haha yes this is true too.
Designed a bezeled toi e moi ring for my fiance to propose to her with. Turned out absolutely amazing.
Sounds gorgeous!
I love the first ring with the champagne Emerald cut
I hate these so much. It just looks messy and cheap. I'm also OCD when it comes to things being balanced and linear. Lol
Ahh sad it cuts out at the end 😩
Im sorry my videos are always way longer but RUclips only allows 1 minute so I have to trim them down 😔 I often have the longer version on my TikTok.
The same carat weight stones look like they'd make the ring uncomfortable. Like the fingers on either side of the finger the ring is on would constantly be bumping into the stones.
Can you make a video about what to do if your ring is difficult to resize? This is something no youtube jewers talk about ever!
I would NOT want the two stones to be the same size that looks weird. One should be considerably larger and an elongated shape, and one should be smaller and less elongated. In my personal opinion (I'm right tho😂)
Im single, but find jewelry really fascinating. Unfortunately for me, I have tiny fingers (3.5-4.0). Are there any ring styles that won't drown out my fingers?
Mine are 3.75-4 and I think this size can pull off a lot of styles! If you want something balanced, keeping the stone 2 ct or below will look best.
omg I always thought carat meant the quality of the stone, not the weight 😭
I had a closed toi et moi ring made with a 10x8 emerald cut and a 10x10 heart brilliant. I chose those because my husband is very logical and simple like the emerald cut, but I’m a bit fanciful and extra like the heart cut. Both stones are moissanite set in 14kt white gold.
That’s so cute! Love it
For some reason I read that as Toilet morning. To say I was confused would be an understatement.
What cuts tend to appear larger per carat, and which tends to appear smaller?
I didn't understand. What's the problem with the purple ones?
Thanks, I have never heard of this kind if ring, so this is very educational for me 🙏
Glad it was helpful!
Wouldn't an open ring be a good thing so you can adjust it's size to to finger? My finger change size depending on temperature and i was considering getting an open design to avoid losing my ring
It often will become misshapen and opening and closing can definitely loosen your prongs and cause you to lose your gemstone.
What kind of wedding band would you wear with a toi et moi ring?
Usually a curved one since they’re often low set. You can set them more traditionally (higher) and use a straight band though!
Since you design rings, do you know anything about deer antler rings and if they are sturdy enough for a wedding or engagement ring? Me and my partner are both taxidermists and we thought this could be a cool idea for our rings. Sorry for the weird question!! Love your videos!
Fun question! However you would likely know much more about the strength of deer antlers than I would. Sadly, not my area of expertise, sorry!!
I had a lignum vitae (wood) ring that I wore as a wedding ring. It was okay for a while but eventually the moisture got into it and it snapped. I’m pretty sure antler would be better than wood, but I would anticipate it breaking eventually. Maybe find an antler of significance from your wedding year and have it made into many rings and every time one of your rings snaps, then go and renew your vows with a new ring for that person. I think some jeweler could inlay the antler into metal. I think I’ve seen something like that on Etsy.
Maybe encapsulation in resin? I have no idea about jewelry making but from seeing people make resin stuff that might work
I love these styles of ring. I'm already engaged but as an anniversary ring one day I really want one with our favorite stones. Garnet and alexandrite
Ooo that would be a gorgeous combo
The last ring's gemstone is mystic topaz, right? Can you make a video about it next time?
I read it as toilet morning 💀
Im earlyyyt
Why am I not subscribed to you yet!! Remedying right away
A you and I Ring? What does that even mean?? Like a Friendshipbracelets older cousin? My mom and i wear the same exact Ring?
Toi et moi. Et you read "é' like in a word "bEtter" "thEm" not like "eh". Like "M" - em.
Not in French pronunciation.
She said it exactly right.
Like Americans say: 'eh' .
Yo uhm im a male and I dont care if it takes more money but I really really want to be the one to make the ring for my future wife
Aw I love that
I have never liked the look of Toi et Moi rings.
"Twha eh mwha" why.
a quick google search shows that's how its pronounced, its french.
No offence but please pronounce Toi et Moi more correctly. They’re not drawn out - it’s a short sound for both Toi & Moi. ‘Et’ is also not elongated. Thanks!
Great advice. Thank you 😊
i read toi et as toilet😭😭😭
😂
3 things to avoid…number 3- don’t let anyone tell you what to do 😂
I am sorry but this type ring is very ugly. Its lack of symmetry is not nice at all. It looks like someone mend two rings for lack of money.
Just gave rules then said avoid following rules lol
😂
Say no to rhodium plating.
Is there actually a reason why you and other youtubers always have to have your faces in the videos? Just asking
Voiceovers are only one kind of video, for this channel I love to see her face as it feels very engaging to me
Yeah well that's not a nice setting
I’m not a fan of these
JUST DON’T BUY ONE
These always look so stupid