This week on THE SKINNY CONFIDENTIAL HIM & HER PODCAST…
( 0:55 ): Welcome back to TSC HIM & HER Show. #435: On today’s episode we are joined by Nicole Wegman, also known for her brand The Ring Concierge. In this episode we cover everything you need to know when buying diamonds and jewelry, the history of the diamond business, and how to purchase jewelry that will hold its value.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS WITH
( 10:15 ): Lauryn asks, “What are some other manipulations that jewelry stores do that you don’t do?”
( 11:38 ): Lauryn says, “I think with a ring—was told that there was a certain stone that flattered my finger and made it—I was told—like a ballerina finger. Like a longer finger. Do you find that to be true with different shapes and sizes?”
( 12:53 ): Lauryn asks, “What do you see women doing to start the process? Like nudge, wink-wink?”
( 15:27 ): Michael says, “I think there’s the balance of like buying a smart asset while also getting your significant other the closest thing to what they’ll be happy with.”
( 18:34 ): Lauryn asks, “How many guys are going in to talk to you and they’re like, ‘Let’s just tell her that this diamond is 4 carat d flawless,’ and it’s actually not? And then additionally, how many people are actually switching out the diamond for a fake diamond and lying?”
( 19:46 ): Lauryn asks, “What if your husband proposed to you with a lab grown diamond? Would you be okay with it?”
( 21:12 ): Lauryn asks, “And what about a moissanite?”
( 21:56 ): Michael asks, “What is the history of the diamond?”
( 22:44 ): Lauryn asks, “Let’s say there’s a girl who’s at home and listening. And let’s pretend she wants a three carat, nice high quality diamond. Where would you tell her to start?”
( 24:40 ): Lauryn says, “I would love to know how the evolution of the setting and the diamond has changed since you started til now.”
( 28:10 ): Michael says, “So say that’s there’s a couple. And they’re just getting their financial footing. And they’re just thinking ‘We have a set budget because we’re just getting started and we want to make a smart buy and potentially also have the ability to upgrade or change to something greater in a few years once they’re a little more financially solvent.’ Where do you coach that couple to start?”
( 34:06 ): Michael says, “Or say somebody’s had a ring for a while and they are wanting to upgrade now and they didn’t get it from someone like that. What are their options?”
( 34:46 ): Lauryn says, “I would love for you to talk about gaudy, I’ll spend whatever I want versus chic, understated, but also beautiful.”
( 36:06 ): Lauryn says, “There’s obviously a lot of controversy in the diamond industry. And also, it’s male dominated. I would love to hear your thoughts on both of those.”
( 37:52 ): Lauryn says, “One time my aunt had a wedding ring. And she went to the jewelry store. I know the jewelry store. It’s like jewels by blah blah blah. And she goes in and gets her ring completely cleaned. And she leaves it there I think for a couple days I want to say. She comes back, she gets the ring, she puts in on, she wears it. She ends up getting a divorce and she goes back years later to another jeweler and she’s like ‘I want to sell this ring.’ and they’re like ‘This is fake.’ Do you hear these stories a lot? And how can we avoid that?”
( 40:42 ): Lauryn asks, “If someone’s listening and they have a budget of like 10 grand, and let’s also do 5 grand with this, and you’re you, what are you getting?”
( 43:54 ): Michael asks, “How can consumers know if they’re getting conflict free diamonds?”
( 45:13 ): Lauryn asks, “Can you tell us the coolest diamond you’ve ever done and then maybe if you can talk about a celebrity or influencer that you did that you were just like freaking out about?”
( 50:25 ): Lauryn asks, “I want to know selfishly for myself, when you’re cutting a diamond and you were talking about antique cut, what does that mean?”
( 51:13 ): Lauryn asks, “What about necklaces, bracelets, little rings, maybe someone’s single that’s listening that wants to buy themselves something; do you also sell watches? Talk to us about the other things you do and tips and tricks that you have for that.”
( 53:47 ): Lauryn asks, “If you could change one thing before you go in the diamond industry, like if you could snap your fingers and change it and make them sort of speed up to where you are, what would it be?”
♡ | ♡ | ♡ | ♡ | ♡
FOR A CHANCE TO WIN TSC GOODIES
Comment your favorite part of the episode on my latest IG.
If you rate the podcast & send a screenshot of your review to [email protected] you’ll get my 5 secret beauty tips!
Are you interested in receiving a quick email from me? Sign up for Tipsy Thursday to get my favorite tips, tricks and more straight to your inbox.
If you have a question for us or want to request a guest, comment on our Instagrams ( @theskinnyconfidential & @michaelbosstick ) or ask us in TSC Him & Her Podcast Facebook group. Thank you for your attention and support!
x
Lauryn & Michael
+ find more : Instagram
GET THE EDIT
