Mark is really lovely, knowledgeable about his craft, and patient with customers. Had a great experience

Certainly recommend Marc! My husband wanted to buy me an "upgrade" ring for our 25th wedding anniversary. I communicated with Marc prior to meeting him at his office and gave him generally what I was looking for. We went on the appointed day/time and he greeted us and took us up to his office. He had several "main" loose stones on his desk for us to take a look at. We chose one and he advised us on a different cut of the two side stones than what I had in mind, and I'm glad he did. He was pleasant, easy going, great to work with. Unfortunately my marriage did not work out - I sold the ring and used the money as part of a down payment on my new to me house! read more

I had a friend and family member ask me for help to buy some special jewelry. They know I'm a research whore... So I dug in deep dive into world of jewelry. All new to me, and something I would have never done on my own. I'm simple, don't like bling but I know they do. And I didn't want them ripped off. So certain forums came in really handy on my late night reading escapades. This guy mark turnowski kept coming up again and again highly recommended from knowledgeable folks. So I interview him.. And he sounds legit So I told my friend and fam. They ask me to negotiate Mark has some rare high quality stuff and his prices were fair!!! They were so happy They did a wire txfr.. Super scary I know... Cross country ... But mark shipped them next day air... It all worked out I was sweating bullets because my name was on the line here... Thanks for saving the day Mark!!! Cheers to ya read more

Being your typical guy I knew next to nothing about diamonds or engagement rings. That all changed after working with Chris A from Brilliantly Engaged. Chris took the time to walk me through the selection of the stone to ensure maximum brilliance. He also worked with my girlfriend and I to design a setting that she absolutely loves. Prior to selecting Brilliantly Engaged we met with several other designers but the level of knowledge and skill that they displayed won us over. I highly recommend these fine professionals to anyone who is in search of the perfect ring. read more

Brilliantly Engaged - Absolutely beautiful ring that Chris A helped design. - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

This review is for Mark and the amazing experience I had in purchasing my wife's engagement ring. I've had about a year to reflect on the experience! Background: I tend to become obsessive compulsive when it comes to researching and buying an engagement ring clearly fed my compulsiveness. I spent about 6 months researching, contacting jewelers, and finally deciding to go with Mark. Why I Chose Brilliantly Engaged: In the end of my research, I realized that I would never become an expert. However, what the research provided me is the background/base knowledge to become a bit more discernable on who I could trust. After speaking with multiple jewelers, Mark and his team won me over with their honesty and patience. With such a big investment, it was important to me to choose someone that I could trust and be fair. Visit: My wife (fiancé at the time) and I went to visit Mark to choose the diamond to have on her engagement ring. This was a great experience. Here we were able to view different types of diamonds and Mark chose many "Emerald Cuts" to look at and explained the differences in prices and taught us how to look at them. His patience, knowledge, and passion really shined bright through this experience. Additionally, he did not try to convince us to buy the most expensive diamond, but rather helped us make the "best" decision. Engagement Ring: Mark worked with me to have a custom ring done based on another type of ring I saw with slight modifications. I'd say it is fairly unique and it turned out great! My wife loves it and it made me very happy to choose Mark and his team. Customer Service: Mark went above and beyond. Right after I received the ring, I went to an appraise to get it appraised (Trust but Verify as I've learned in my life). During the appraisal, they saw a slight issue with one of the straight baguettes on the side of her ring. I immediately forwarded the paperwork to Mark and I was stressed b/c I was going to propose within a week. Mark, had me ship the ring back to him (they paid of course) and they fixed it. The amazing part is that Mark took the train from NYC to DC to make sure I would get the ring in time before proposing (tight turn-around time and he didn't want to risk it). Concluding Thoughts / Recommendation: Do your research so you can understand and start connecting what people say to what you know. The research I did helped me ask questions and discern by the responses on who was truly knowledgeable and who was just trying to sell me a line. I definitely recommend Brilliantly Engaged! read more

Brilliantly Engaged - Engagement Ring from Brilliantly Engaged - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

I can't recommend Mark and Brilliantly Engaged highly enough. Every part of the process inspired confidence: the quality, timing, attention to detail, and most importantly, the collaboration throughout the process. It can be an overwhelming process but I'm glad to have done it with Mark + team. read more

2nd Time Using Mark and Could not be happier! Mark Turnowski and his team at Brilliantly Engaged are incredible to work with. My husband and I went to Mark an upgrade for our 10 year wedding anniversary. Mark was great to work with the first time and we decided to go back to see him. He remembered us, did an incredible job helping to guide us through the process and sharing his opinion when asked. He is not pushy in any way, never tried to upsell and a few times even guided me to less expensive options. Mark is a rare gem in an industry that can often be hard to trust and pushy. In the end, we got a ring that I absolutely love! I could not recommend him highly enough. read more

Bespoke jewelry at its finest. I would recommend Chris A and his colleagues without any hesitation. After doing extensive research... and weeks to months of finding someone I could trust to make a ring to my specifications. Chris and his staff did not let me down. My fiance after having doubts about the process and Chris's technical expertise... Chris first made a CAD model of the ring to our specifications. My fiance was very particular and wanted it designed a certain way. After the CAD model was molded she had issues with some of the dimensions. Chris went about fixing the issue and went about molding the ring. It was a long process but she was litterally blown away on how amazing her ring looked... To this day she gets complements on how amazing her ring looks. Yes I had a part in choosing a perfect diamond but what good is a diamond if the ring is not elegantly designed. Thanks Chris A. You made me and my bride forever happy. read more

This review is for Mark and his wonderful team. About Me: I am originally from CA and we made arrangements to see Mark in NY specifically for ring shopping. Booking the Appointment: I had booked the flights out to NY months before our appointment so I had time to research and prepare as well. Throughout everything, Mark was very communicative and responsive. His humorous personality shines through in his emails, which makes you feel relaxed! Day of Appointment: Mark was sooo gracious and kind throughout the entire process! He is extremely personable and he did what he could and showed us diamonds that were in our price range. He genuinely really cares about his customers and he did something that no other vendor had done. He had taken out his loupe and ideal scope so we can view the diamonds. In addition, he sat down, gave us some history on diamonds and himself and even gave my boyfriend a diamond lesson on how to use a loupe. This sounds silly, but most vendors won't even give you a loupe or will just hand one over to you thinking you know how to do it. The appointment with Mark was very relaxed and he made sure that we had his undivided attention. We never felt rushed OR pressured which can be what you experience when buying diamonds. He took things slowly and at our pace. He even took the time to get to know US as individuals as we were looking at diamonds. A lot of other vendors really just get straight to the point, show the diamonds, ask you what you think, then you are standing there just nervous and limited in time. Another thing that diamond lovers will appreciate is that Mark's office is set up in an area where there is a tone of natural lighting. A lot of other vendors will have numerous lights hitting the stones to give it more fire and brilliance! The diamonds you see on Mark's desk is pretty true to what it will look like when you leave the store. The only light he has is the desk light. I think that's one of the things that should be noted. When you're looking at a diamond try to see it in different lighting. I've been to some stores where there are 2-3 lights on the diamond - of course it will sparkle! If you want a vendor that will really take care of you, I highly recommend Mark and his team. He is raved about on diamond websites. He's not part of those cheap jewelry booths where they are just trying to ring in a couple of bucks (and trust me, I've been to those in LA and NY). You're basically a piece of meat. Brilliantly Engaged will treat you with utmost respect and care. They want to make sure you are happy! read more

Here goes another perfect review for Mark and Brilliantly Engaged. I'm a research geek and toil away for hours on end searching for the best of whatever I'm going to buy. When it came to looking for a jeweler for an engagement ring, I was referred to many stores and jewelers, but none matched the experience Mark provided. I live and work in NYC and after spending hours with other jewelers, getting hard sells, lessons on what to look for and other bits of info, I decided to meet with Mark. We spoke on the phone for about 15 minutes and he asked me the usual questions: shape, size, clarity, color, setting, and price range. We set up an initial 90 minute meeting for a few days later and Mark had prepared 5 beautiful stones as we had discussed. Within the first few moments of meeting Mark, I knew he would be getting my business. His first questions were not about how much I was willing to spend, but "Why are you looking to get engaged? Who is this special person in your life?" Mark makes the process so easy and painless. I walked out of Brilliantly Engaged about two hours later and I had put a deposit down on a beautiful cushion cut diamond in a platinum pavé setting. Three weeks later, as Mark had promised, the ring was ready for me to inspect, pick up, finalize the payment process and receive the ring's appraisal for insurance. It was perfect. Mark is a well-respected jeweler with extensive experience, spending many years teaching at the GIA before starting his own shop. He was actually referred to me by a competitor with nearly 50 perfect reviews on Yelp and numerous other sites because of his ability to source and provide amazing cushion cut diamonds. That's not to say that Mark focuses on one cut of diamond, he really has it all. It is a testament to the level of respect that Mark has built in the industry when competitors refer to him as the "King of Cushion Cuts". I proposed three weeks ago and my now fiancé couldn't be happier. The ring is perfect for her, the stone is gorgeous, it's perfect. I couldn't have hoped for a better experience with Mark and his team. We'll be back in the next few months to get started on wedding bands. Mark, thank you again for all of your patience, guidance and the amazing ring. Another incredibly satisfied customer. read more

Brilliantly Engaged - Cushion cut diamond in a platinum pavé setting. - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

Mark and his team provide top caliber service. I dealt with Mark on several occasions and each time I was impressed with his sincerity and patience. Mark was the only diamond jeweler on the East Coast that agreed to work with me to find diamonds that met my very specific specifications. I would recommended Brilliantly Engaged to anyone that is looking for a diamond, small or large. read more

Kevin & I had the pleasure of working with Mark that was referred to us by a trusted family member. I am originally from San Diego and was not able to travel to NY. So already that would make you naturally nervous, but when I spoke to Mark and went over all details of what I was looking for & our budget for the diamond and ring setting I wanted, I was put at ease. I could not have been more pleased with his honesty, patience, guidance, and knowledgeable expertise. Mark put me at ease & we trusted him completely from his level of professionalism. Then we receive the ring and I literally almost had a heart attack!!! It was the most gorgeous ring I had ever seen!! Exactly what we asked for! Amazingly Beautiful & the closest thing to Perfection!!!! BE truly exceeded our Expectations and more!!! We will be a life long customer who will refer family and friends for all of our future needs. We can not Thank You enough for all you have done for us!!! So... congratulations Mark! You're stuck with us for life now!!! P.S. A picture cannot do this diamond justice! It's amazinggggggg in real life! Thank you again, Kevin and Aphrodite read more

Brilliantly Engaged - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

I had the opportunity to work with Mark the past one and a half months on finding the perfect engagement ring for my girlfriend (now fiance). I have to say that my overall experience with Mark was absolutely fantastic. As other reviewers have noted, Mark and Brilliantly Engaged do not take a sales, transaction-based approach. They take the time to educate you on the type(s) of diamonds you are interested in and genuinely make you feel comfortable before even showing you any diamonds. Mark was also very patient as it took me 4 - 5 in-person meetings before I settled on the perfect diamond and setting. I would highly recommend Mark and Brilliantly Engaged to all my family, friends and acquaintances. Kudos and thank you Mark! read more

Brilliantly Engaged - Harry Winston inspired halo micro pave engagement ring. Perfect! - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

Mark and his team were highly professional through each step of the Process. I met with mark in mid-January with ideas on how to set loose diamond (that I purchased from another wholesaler), I sent him some photos of some other settings I liked as well as a laundry list of details I was looking for (like, a low basket, the fishtail design on the side of the ring, pave diamonds leading up to the top, rounded interior for a comfort fit). Within two days of meeting, he sent me five computer generated images of the proposed setting, and he nailed it on the head. Within two weeks (ahead of the promised completion date), he had the ring finished, and it looked spectacular (and freakishly similar to the computer image she sent me previously). Oh yeah, I proposed and she said yes, too. read more

In December 2016 my husband and I decided to upgrade my engagement ring, which was a 1.5ct cushion cut with a pave band. I always wanted my ring to look bigger, approximately the size of a 2ct center. Instead of doing away with the original center stone we decided that adding halos would be the best solution (this way we would retain the original stone that my husband proposed with). I contacted Brilliantly Engaged after seeing their intricate work posted on wedding/engagement blogs and made an appointment. We were assigned to work with Chris, who was patient and professional. He listened to my request for a double halo, with French etching and pave on the band. The finished product was nothing short of excellence. The reason I decided to write this review is because I wish I had read one like this before making the appointment... The double halo ring looks huge on my 4.5 size finger. If I had the option to redo the process I would have asked Chris to see similar style settings. When we sat down with Chris we were only shown one, single halo circular ring. I genuinely wish that I asked to see different variations of the double halo, such as the double edge halo, which appears more like a single halo from above with the second halo around the perimeter. My advice to anyone seeking a first time ring or upgrade is to ask to see all of your options. I find myself wearing just my wedding band because the engagement ring looks gaudy and more like a cocktail ring, which is not appropriate for my place of work. This review is not a comment on the craftsmanship of Brilliantly Engaged but more about being an educated consumer. read more

I knew I had the right girl, I just needed the right ring. Mark Turnowski was the first jeweler I met with and although I knew about the 4 C's, I knew close to nothing else about the process. Other than a car, this was my first major purchase and I was very nervous about making a costly mistake. I went up to his office several times and on each visit Mark was welcoming, patient and, of course, thoroughly knowledgeable. We had seen a gorgeous antique ring with an unusual setting while away on vacation. Using some photos I provided, Mark was able to skillfully recreate that setting and emailed me the CAD drawings to make some final tweaks. Mark also worked with me to select the perfect stone. The first time I held the finished ring in my hand, all my anxiety washed away and I knew I had my ring. It was even prettier than the one we tried to model it on! The rest was up to me. It's been a few months and my fiancé LOVES the ring. I couldn't be happier with my decision to work with Mark and I highly recommend his services. Thanks, Mark! read more

I searched across the city, looked at dozens of diamond stores, and consulted many ring experts, all the while looking for the perfect cushion cut. I happened to have run across Chris' shop through a forum that mentioned him as the best in his class. I went to the store not knowing much about rings and having pretty poor experiences from previous dealers. Chris was kind and cordial and was attentive to what I was looking for. He walked me through the process and explained to me diamonds like no one else had. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. I am confident no one knows as much of cushion cuts as Chris does. He had me sold within the first 5 minutes, I knew this was the guy! He narrowed down the stone selection and from there we designed the band. The process was incredibly seamless and Chris was extremely professional throughout the process. At one point he even left me a message and was kind enough to keep it vague in case my Fiancee heard it. After a month of designing it and having his jeweler create it, I proposed! She ended up loving the ring and everyone has complimented us on what a great ring it turned out to be. I am glad I went with Chris and I hope this review helps you along the process of finding the perfect ring. Many might be skeptical of looking at online reviews, but believe me, you shouldn't. Let this be the invitation to come try out Chris' shop. You will be glad you did. read more

I used BE for the setting on my now-wife's engagement ring, and they did a wonderful job. When I opened the package and saw the final product, I literally said "yes!" out loud because it was exactly what I was hoping for. I will say I think their communication could use some work. There were multiple times I had to follow up to check on status, and they forgot to provide me with a CAD at first. And while it did take some time to get on the same page about what I was looking for, we got there. Still going to give 5* because the quality was so high and because they did get everything right in the end. read more

Mark and his team made me and my fiance a bespoke, intricate diamond and sapphire ring that far exceeded our expectations. My fiance was initially referred to Mark by a friend who purchases diamonds and jewelry semi-professionally. From our first call with Mark through to the end, I felt that I was in good hands. As our requirements kept changing and evolving, he and his team provided solid advice, guidance, and prepared new designs and renderings in a timely manner. He was very attentive and responsive throughout the journey. Mark and his team have decades of experience, which was apparent in the design and execution of the ring. Mark started his career in the early days of the GIA and was behind a line of jewelry for Saks Fifth Avenue. Ask him to walk you through his career and you will be impressed. I felt lucky to be able to work with him. Mark's prices for the diamond and setting were reasonable. He is a wholesaler, so that gets him access to better prices on diamonds. He was able to source multiple diamonds to my exact specifications within a few days. Regarding the setting, given the complexity of the design (seamless halo, pave, filigree, surprise stone, etc.), his price on the setting was relatively low, which I was happy about. When we flew into New York to pick up the ring, Mark was very hospitable, coming in on a holiday to welcome us to the city and to deliver the ring. He also called in a favor to get us a reservation at a high-end Italian restaurant in the city that was already booked solid. Overall, it was a great experience working with Mark and I recommend that you create your engagement ring or other bespoke jewelry with him. read more

Mark designed a custom setting for my engagement ring and we couldn't be happier with the result! The ring looks so much better and fits perfectly. Mark was very thorough describing the process and different options, and we never felt pressured to make a decision. He is incredibly knowledgeable and skilled and it shows in his work. We had a great experience and would absolutely recommend his services to anyone looking for beautiful custom jewelry. read more

Brilliantly Engaged - New ring! - Jewelry Near Me - New York City, New York

We had the best possible experience with Brilliantly Engaged - and we now have our perfect custom engagement ring! We don't live in New York, so we were not able to meet with Mark in person -- but over a phone call and e-mails, he took the time to answer any questions and explain all aspects of purchasing our ring. After a conversation about our style preferences and vision for the ring, Mark sent us a rendering that was above and beyond our expectations. After finalizing the design, the rest of the process was painless and smooth. Now that we have our ring, we couldn't be happier with the final product. We would absolutely recommend Brilliantly Engaged to anyone looking for an engagement ring - incredible service and amazing quality. Thanks for everything! read more

After dealing with countless shady jewelers i got the recommendation to check out Brilliantly Engaged/Engagement Rings Direct. I couldn't be more pleased. First meeting with Mark we really didn't even discuss or look at diamonds. He just took some time to educate me. Which was very helpful. Plus i had alot of questions. He isn't trying to sell you. He is trying to educate you so that you can make the decision yourself. Once you learn about the diamonds, then he can give you options based on your budget. We went back and forth a few times as i wasn't sure what i wanted. He was very patient. All in all, he found a great stone and the setting that was made was absolutely beautiful. And his prices are very competitive. In fact, his settings are probably significantly under priced for the quality. I saw similar ones for double the price. All in all, it was a great experience and i am very glad i had the chance to work with him. Plus the reactions we have gotten from the ring already have been impressive. My recommendation, don't even mess with the other vendors. Save yourself the trouble and frustration and go right to ERD/BE. Thanks Mark and Chris! read more

There is once in your lives that a couple wants everything to be done right. That is when you are engaged to be married. The ring is so important. It will be worn every day for many years to come. Mark at Brilliantly Engaged knows that and is sensitive to this very special time. He listens to what you want and delivers a product thAt is quality through and through. We are so happy with the engagement ring that he made for us. I can't say thank you enough. read more

I had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Mark and the team at Brilliantly Engaged. First of all Mark and his team are extremely personable and the customer service is second to none. Mark wants to get to know his customers and it leads to a great experience. I knew I wanted to purchase a cushion style ring and after doing a quick search I knew Mark and Brilliantly Engaged was the place to go. I am not based in NYC so I primarily communicated to Mark via email and phone. The experience was pretty seamless. I told Mark my budget and my diamond preferences and he took about 24 hours to go through his inventory to find the best stone. He provided me with a copy of the GIA/AGS certificate as well. We then decided on the ring style and he sent me some renderings within a few days. I gave the OK and the ring was ready in 2-3 weeks. It was shipped via Fedex overnight to a secure location. The ring is absolutely perfect and my fiancé loved it. A big thank you to Mark and the Brilliantly Engaged team for making this such an easy going experience. read more

I was introduced to Chris A. via a recommendation from a co-worker, and he was an absolute rock star. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about working with him. He was thoughtful, supportive, and very attentive to both our needs and deadlines. I worked with a few people during process, and he was by far the best. I will unquestionably recommend him and sing his praises to anyone who asks for suggestions! He made everything so much easier, and he found us the perfect stone! read more

Expensive returns, $250 restocking fee and charged for FedEx overnight shipping both ways when stone was returned. Understandable they don't want to lose money, but either do I for a viewing. read more

Mark and his team did an amazing job with my fiancé's engagement ring. Mark was a joy to work with from the beginning and always made me feel like I was his only customer even though I knew he was very busy during the holiday season. The ring turned out better than I could have ever imagined and I will go back to Mark for any future custom jewelery. read more

After seeing Mark's name pop up again and again on PriceScope (search Brilliantly Engaged under the boards and you'll see what I'm talking about), I contacted him about finding a cushion cut diamond. Although my fiancé and I had visited a few other jewelers in NYC, we found others to be too pushy and clearly uninterested when they learned we were the type that needed to do our research before making such a large purchase. Our experience with Mark was immediately different, since our first meeting was simply an informational session to help us learn more about diamonds in general. After telling Mark more about us and our preferences, he was able to outline exactly what we were looking for and what was available within our budget. Mark was very patient with us and after seeing two rounds of diamonds, we found our center stone. Mark then worked with my fiancé to create the setting, and the ring was shipped overnight less than three weeks later. Overall, we couldn't be happier with the ring, and being one of the first of our family and friends to get engaged, I'm sure we will be sending a lot of people his way over the next several years! read more