The Engagement Ring Studio

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Matt McGee

The Engagement Ring Studio was recommended to me by a family member who knew the owner, Corrine, though I had never met her. I had done some preliminary shopping for an engagement ring, but really didnt have much background knowledge (4cs, pricing, etc) at all. I wasnt sure what to expect at first, considering I am located >10 hrs away due to school commitments and knew all of the process would be via phone or email, but Corrine made it extremely simple and stress free. I spoke with her over the phone initially, talked about a price range, gave her an idea of what I was looking for, and went over all the essentials regarding selecting a diamond. I proceeded to send her a few pictures of the designs I had in mind, a little bit from one picture, things I didnt like in another, etc. It really was a hodgepodge of information that I sent to her. She took all of the pictures and information and within 2 days presented me with a document showcasing about 5 different designs very close to what I had in mind. A few more emails back and forth to nail down some of the minor details I was being picky about and she had the exact style that I had envisioned prior to beginning this whole process. Regarding the diamond purchase, she fully explained how she purchases them, why she only buys certain cuts, her minimum colors/grades, etc and where you should focus on to get the most for your money without skimping on quality. At no point did I ever feel pressured or think that she was pushing me in one direction such as towards a more expensive one. The same cant be said for some of the big box stores I walked into prior to talking with The Engagement Ring Studio. Her ability to buy the diamonds directly, without the extreme markup from other stores, allowed me to get a much higher quality diamond for the price I paid. The rings eventual GIA certified appraisal came back much greater than the price I paid for, and I know I would not have gotten the same quality for the price I paid had I not gone through her studio. We settled on a ring and a diamond, and then it was just a short wait until it all came into the studio. A quick GIA appraisal was done and then she sent the ring to me insured overnight and I received it the next morning. She communicated with me at every step of the way, which was extremely reassuring considering I was doing all of this via email and phone conversations from out of the area. I felt completely comfortable with the whole experience and you can tell that she really enjoys getting to know her clients and helping them through the entire process, proven by the follow up she maintains with the couple from the proposal through the wedding and more. We will definitely be returning to purchase our wedding bands from the studio and I would recommend them to anyone, both in town and out of town due to the ease of communication and the trust I have in them. They really did a phenomenal job and I couldnt be happier about my experience with them.

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Jennifer Mueller

While a girl may have other best friends, diamonds are close to the top for this girl! My engagement ring is the one piece of jewelry I expect to wear the rest of my life and wanted to design my dream ring. We read good reviews online and decided to have a custom engagement ring made through the Engagement Ring Studio. We brought photos of a couple of vintage style rings I really liked and Corinne worked with us to merge together the parts of each ring that I loved. Corinne and her team were up for each challenge we presented- from changing the cut of the diamond, designing the ring to be able to slide the wedding band underneath, to aesthetic alterations from the CAD to the final product. She really listens and incorporates the client’s feedback through each step of this process. Corinne accommodated our busy schedules and the fact that I live a couple of hours away by offering weekend and even after-hour weekday appointments. The end product a spectacular ring and we made wonderful memories of getting to create the ring with Corinne. Her kindness and friendly demeanor, professionalism and transparency through the process, and passion for jewelry design sets her apart. Not only did we receive her special brand of personal attention, but she was as invested in creating a perfect ring. To be certain, the ring is a stunning statement piece and receives compliments all the time, leaving the ladies speechless! I highly recommend the Engagement Ring Studio for any couple looking for a unique piece that sparkles as bright as their love!

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SHAWN HEUTON

I’m not the type of person who normally takes the time to leave a review about things, nevertheless, I really needed to praise Corinne and her team for the work they did. I live in St Petersburg, FL (about 4 hours’ drive from their office) so stopping in the office to chat with Corinne was out of the question. However, she came highly recommended from a great friend so I gave it a shot. We had multiple Skype sessions and phone calls to go over my ideas and thoughts about designing the ring. Corinne really took the time to get to know me and my fiancée, which I really appreciated so that she knew even better what we were looking for. On top of that, she really educated me on the Four C’s of diamonds and made me feel comfortable with my decision. After all, it is a lot of money. With all things considered, I really put Corinne in a time crunch because I needed the ring to take to Europe and propose! She was not phased and got me the ring custom set in time for me to bring on the trip. So, I’m writing this review to prove that whether or not you are local and can see Corinne and see your ring, it doesn’t matter. She has your best interest at heart and will not steer you wrong. I didn’t physically see my ring until I picked it up from the UPS Store, and I couldn’t be happier! Not to mention the included appraisal came in way higher than what I paid. I’m definitely going back to use Corinne for our wedding rings and would recommend her to anyone who asked.

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Amanda Hunter

My fiance met Corinne a few months back when my sister recommended her. Corinne did a phenomenal job guiding him thru the process and working around his work schedule. He raves about her dedication and sincerity to creating the perfect ring for each future bride. She wanted to know as much about me as she could and really strived, through my fiance and sister, to know what kind of girl I was and what my dream ring was. I absolutely love that she included both my fiance and my sister in every step of the way. Knowing that I recieved this gorgeous ring that they created just for me means everything to me! My wonderful fiance proposed to me on the beach March 18, 2016, with our children sitting on his knee. I recieved the most beautiful ring that was more than I ever could have expected. Engraved in the center was "My favorite".....I completely came undone at this point. When I met Corinne afterward, she was everything my fiance had described and more! She truly cares about the love between couples and not just the sale of the ring. She wanted to know every detail of how the proposal happened while she taught me how to properly care for my ring. She has a huge heart and is an absolute delight to be around. I look forward to meeting with her every 5 months to clean and inspect my ring. Thank you so much Corinne for everything you have done for my fiance and I during this magical time in our lives. -Amanda

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