Rings & Things

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  • 2025 Trendy Engagement Ring Settings And How To Choose The Right One For Your Fiance
    Welcome back to the “Rings & Things” Podcast! I'm Simone, CEO of Wove. In this episode, we're talking about how we set those beautiful diamonds the “Wove” way.
    Because the setting is just as important as the stone itself!

    Whether you love the classics like prongs or prefer a modern bezel setting, we'll explore the options and how they impact your ring's overall look.
    For example, bezels offer a sleek and protective design, while prongs maximize light and sparkle.

    Co. Creation for The Modern Union
    Proposing soon? Let’s make your dream engagement ring! https://wovemade.com/education/the-proposer's-guide-to-getting-engaged
    Still not sure where to start? Check this out! https://wovemade.com/faq

    WOVE is a Veteran-founded company. Learn more here! https://wovemade.com/military

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    Website https://wovemade.com/
    14 min
  • Yellow Gold Engagement Rings Are Trending in 2025 and Here’s Why
    Welcome back to the “Rings & Things' Podcast! I'm Simone Kendle, and at Wove, we're seeing a major shift in metal preference.

    Yellow gold is back in a big way! 
    Yellow gold has this incredible warmth and timelessness. It's so versatile! We're using it in everything from vintage-inspired designs to minimalist settings. And it looks amazing with all skin tones and gemstones.

    Co. Creation for The Modern Union

    Proposing soon? Let’s make your dream engagement ring! https://wovemade.com/education/the-proposer's-guide-to-getting-engaged

    Still not sure where to start? Check this out! https://wovemade.com/faq WOVE is a Veteran-founded company. Learn more here! https://wovemade.com/military

    Follow Us On:
    Youtube youtube.com/@wove-made
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wove_made
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made?_t=8nwNLeSzEgZ&_r=1
    Website https://wovemade.com/
    10 min
  • An Elevated Approach To The Iconic Friendship Bracelet, The TNT Effect
    In this episode of The Rings & Things Podcast presented by WOVE, CEO Simone Kendle recaps on how “The TNT Effect” impacted a small yet mighty fine jewelry start up like WOVE.

    In 2024, famed NFL player Travis Kelce tapped designers at WOVE to co. collaborate on the ultimate friendship bracelet with his love - Taylor Swift.
    The moment reminds us that our love stories, from mother to daughter, sister to sister, and bestie to wifey are iconic. They deserve custom jewelry just as iconic.

    Read “How We Made Taylor Swift's TNT Bracelet” https://wovemade.com/education/how-we-made-taylor-swift's-tnt-bracelet-

    Co. Creation for The Modern Union
    Proposing soon? Let’s make your dream engagement ring! https://wovemade.com/education/the-proposer's-guide-to-getting-engaged

    Still not sure where to start? Check this out! https://wovemade.com/faq WOVE is a Veteran-founded company. Learn more here! https://wovemade.com/military

    Follow Us On:
    Youtube youtube.com/@wove-made 
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wove_made
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made?_t=8nwNLeSzEgZ&_r=1
    Website https://wovemade.com/
    12 min
  • The Top Mistakes Made When Buying An Engagement Ring
    Not all engagement ring shopping experiences are made equal. A few points we touch upon in this episde include:
    • The 4 Cs
    • Diamond measurements vs carats
    • Working with a jewelry designer
    • Giving yourself enough time to create/select your ring
    • Budget and pricing 
    • Online shopping vs in-person

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Kendall Junck, who addresses some of the BIGGEST mistakes we see people making when shopping for an engagement ring.
    • Website: www.wovemade.com
    • Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made  
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a jewelry designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    34 min
  • Your Guide To Engagement Ring Aftercare & Maintenance
    How do I clean my engagement ring? What's the deal on engagement ring insurance, ring appraisals and ring resizing? What if I get my engagement ring but I hate it!?

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Kendall Junck, who answers some of the most common questions you have about your engagement ring care and post-purchase maintenance.

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made  
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a jewelry designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    34 min
  • A Guide to Engagement Ring Setting Styles
    Today we're talking about the pros and cons between the different engagement ring setting styles. Thin settings, bezel settings, toi et moi rings, prongs, halos - we cover it all! 

    One of the most important concepts to take away in this episode is how important it is to have a VERY secure center stone.

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Jesse Mackles, who breaks down some of the most common questions you have about engagement ring setting styles.

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made  
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a jewelry designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    45 min
  • Lab-Grown Diamonds VS Natural Diamonds VS Moissanite
    Today we're talking about the differences between lab-grown diamonds, natural diamonds and moissanite. Jesse's take? Purchasing fashion jewelry using lab-grown diamond and creating your engagement ring using a natural diamond.

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Jesse Mackles, who breaks down some of the most common questions you have about the differences between lab-grown diamonds, natural diamonds, and moissanite.

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made  
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a jewelry designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    34 min
  • The Ultimate Guide to Gemstone Engagement Rings
    Want to create a gemstone engagement ring but don’t know where to start? We chat all things gemstones including: precious (ruby, emerald, diamond, sapphire) vs semi-precious gemstones (morganite, spinel), lab-grown gemstones, Mohs Hardness Scale, popular styles, durability, pricing and more!

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Kendall Junck, who breaks down some of the most common questions you have about gemstones.

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a jewelry designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    31 min
  • A Ring-Wearer's Guide to Getting Engaged
    How do I drop hints that I want to get engaged? Should I be involved in the ring design process? Should I create a custom engagement ring or buy a ready-to-wear style? Do you recommend buying an engagement ring online or in-person? 

    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Jesse Mackles, who breaks down some of the most common questions women have before getting engaged. 

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made  
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    33 min
  • A Proposer's Guide to Getting Engaged
    How long before I want to propose should I start the ring creation process? How much should I spend on an engagement ring? Where do I buy an engagement ring? Do I design the engagement ring or wedding band first? Should the proposer and wearer create a ring together?
     
    Wove’s CEO Simone Kendle chats with jewelry designer Kendall Junck, who breaks down some of the most common questions proposers have before getting engaged.

    Website: www.wovemade.com
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/wove_made
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wove_made

    Visit http://www.wovemade.com to schedule a meeting with a designer
    Any more questions? Contact us: https://wovemade.com/contact
    49 min

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How do I drop hints that I want to get engaged? What’s the difference between a natural diamond, a lab grown diamond and a moissanite? What are the different engagement ring setting types, styles, and…