When I first started looking for an engagement ring, I had no idea how emotional the process would be. I just knew one thing: I wanted the ring to be as unique and brilliant as the woman I was about to propose to.
My partner has always loved vintage-inspired designs, and she once casually mentioned she found the marquise cut "mysterious and elegant." That stuck with me. So I made it my mission to find the perfect marquise diamond—but not just any one. I wanted something truly special. That’s how I found Dinah Vela.
I came across their site while browsing lab-grown diamond options. Their pricing looked too good to be true at first (especially compared to some big-name brands), but I was impressed by their transparency, the design tools, and the variety of settings available. I decided to reach out through the chat window.
From the very first message, I felt like I was being taken care of. The team answered all my (many) questions—from diamond clarity, to how long custom pieces take, to how resizing would work if I got the size wrong. I never once felt like I was being sold to. It felt like working with a team that really cared.
I ended up selecting a 3 carat E color VS marquise diamond and paired it with a sleek, hidden halo setting. It took about 12 days to produce—during which the team kept me updated with progress and even helped me double-check the ring size based on photos of her hand.
When the ring arrived, I was honestly speechless. The brilliance of the marquise was breathtaking. It caught the light in this soft, elongated shimmer that made it look even bigger. The hidden halo gave it just enough detail without taking away from the main stone. It looked... expensive. Elegant. Perfect.
I proposed to her on a quiet walk in the park where we had our first date. When I opened the box, she gasped before I even said a word. I’ll never forget that moment.
She said yes. She also said, “This is the most beautiful ring I’ve ever seen.” That meant everything to me.
If you’re thinking about proposing—or just looking for a diamond that tells your story—I honestly can’t recommend Diamond Monster enough. The quality, the price, the experience—it all exceeded my expectations.
This ring wasn’t just a piece of jewelry. It became part of our story.
