Ring and Gemstone Education

Teal Sapphire Rings in Vancouver

Teal sapphires have become one of the most sought-after choices for modern engagement rings. Their colour sits between blue and green, shifting with the light from deep ocean tones to...

Teal Sapphire Rings in Vancouver

Teal sapphires have become one of the most sought-after choices for modern engagement rings. Their colour sits between blue and green, shifting with the light from deep ocean tones to...

Aisle Seat Podcast: Taylor Swift's Engagement R...

On the Aisle Seat podcast, host Alison McGill sat down with Vancouver custom jeweler Cathy Shen of Ma Folie to talk about Taylor Swift’s engagement ring, the rise of custom...

Aisle Seat Podcast: Taylor Swift's Engagement R...

On the Aisle Seat podcast, host Alison McGill sat down with Vancouver custom jeweler Cathy Shen of Ma Folie to talk about Taylor Swift’s engagement ring, the rise of custom...

Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring: Vintage Meets Modern

Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring: Vintage Meets M...

Ma Folie analyzes Taylor Swift’s engagement ring: an elongated old mine cushion set in a modern bezel on yellow gold, with subtle accent stones and hand engraving. The result is...

Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring: Vintage Meets M...

Ma Folie analyzes Taylor Swift’s engagement ring: an elongated old mine cushion set in a modern bezel on yellow gold, with subtle accent stones and hand engraving. The result is...

Lab vs Natural Diamonds: What’s the Difference?

Lab or natural? Cathy breaks down the key differences—cost, ethics, and value—to help you choose the diamond that feels right for you.

Lab vs Natural Diamonds: What’s the Difference?

Lab or natural? Cathy breaks down the key differences—cost, ethics, and value—to help you choose the diamond that feels right for you.

Why I Love Designing Custom Engagement Rings

Cathy, the founder of Ma Folie, shares why designing custom engagement rings is about more than just style; it’s about telling a story, collaborating, and finding what truly fits.

Why I Love Designing Custom Engagement Rings

Cathy, the founder of Ma Folie, shares why designing custom engagement rings is about more than just style; it’s about telling a story, collaborating, and finding what truly fits.

How to Plan a Thoughtful Proposal

Thinking about popping the question? First of all—congrats! Planning a proposal doesn’t have to be a huge production. The most memorable ones are personal, thoughtful, and true to your relationship....

How to Plan a Thoughtful Proposal

Thinking about popping the question? First of all—congrats! Planning a proposal doesn’t have to be a huge production. The most memorable ones are personal, thoughtful, and true to your relationship....