Romantic French Toi et Moi (You and Me) settings date back to the 17th century, when Napoleon Bonaparte proposed to widow Josephine de Beauharnais with a pear-shaped sapphire and diamond ring. Today, two-stone rings are still a timeless celebration of couples and a storied evolution of an iconic design.
The selection of gemstones for a Toi et Moi is essential to making your personalized two-stone ring. When pairing gemstones, the scale, color, and alignment of each gem is so essential to create a balanced design. Below are some of the creative ways our Designers have approached two-stone rings here at the Green Lake studios:
A subtle difference in gemstone size gives these two-stone rings a dynamic flow. We love the pop of color a tiny gemstone can add, too!
What better way to celebrate your partner than with a pair of your favorite gemstones in a beautiful contrast of colors. Perhaps you and your partner can each select your favorite color (and shape) to make a unique gemstone pairing unlike any other engagement ring.
Coordinate with your Designer to find the perfect duo of diamonds for your two-stone engagement ring. If you have preferred fancy-cut shapes in mind, our gem concierge service can bring in pairs for you to compare in-studio or online.
Adding a touch of filigree to a two-stone ring can add a sculptural feel to a Toi et Moi style ring.
Half bezel set designs can accentuate the contrasting geometry of two differing gemstone shapes. We love the rhythm they can bring to a design while creating a minimalist setting.
Two-stone rings often feature an interwoven element joining the two gemstones together. This can be a beautiful way to incorporate additional color accents or the bright sparkle of diamonds.
We love full bezel designs to protect sharp gemstone corners and more vulnerable soft gems. A full bezel ring can often offer the clearance for additional bands, making them perfect for stacking!
Nature-inspired rings are the perfect home for a duo of gemstones, as they can nestle amongst leaves, vines, and branches.
A combination of rustic diamonds can make for an incredibly one-of-a-kind ring design. Explore our gallery of rustic gemstones to find your perfect pairing!
For those who love the look of a two-stone ring, but would still like the versatility of wearing each gem on its own, a stackable ring set can be the perfect solution.
These vintage-inspired rings often stack their diamonds vertically to showcase two center stones. We love all the hand-crafted milgrain and engraving that surround these gorgeous diamonds.