# Deceptive Diamond Rings Nicolas Le Moigne's Mirrored Rings Project a False Sense of Size By Michael Hines | Published 2010-10-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicolas-le-moigne References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2010/10/10/rings-by-nicolas-le-moigne-and-a-e-kochert/) & [koechert.at](http://www.koechert.at/) Nicolas Le Moigne has designed the perfect diamond ring for cash-strapped men. His rings incorporate mirrors to make the diamonds look bigger than they actually are. The design of the rings vary, but all of them incorporate small mirrors in one way or another. These rings are special editions with only eight of each being made. Check them out in the gallery and book a ticket to Europe fast if you want to get your hands on one of these [deceptive diamond rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripples-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mirror-enhanced Rings:** Incorporating small mirrors in rings to create a false sense of size for diamonds - **Affordable Luxury Jewelry:** Creating a line of luxury jewelry that is accessible to cash-strapped consumers - **Creative Jewelry Design:** Innovative and attention-grabbing jewelry design that incorporates unexpected materials and techniques ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry:** Opportunities for jewelry designers to create more affordable yet luxurious pieces - **Retail:** Retailers could capitalize on the trend of mirror-enhanced rings by offering them as a more affordable option to consumers - **Marketing:** Marketing teams could use deceptive diamond rings to create buzz and generate attention for their brand ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md) - [Jewelry-Revealing Rock Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mschf-4.md) - [Ultra-Chic Bridal Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-engagement-ring.md) - [Coffin-Shaped Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffin-shaped-engagement-rings.md) - [Illusory Doorway Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panis-mirror.md) - [Premium Lab-Grown Diamond Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labgrown-diamond-rings.md) - [Personalized Mixed-Cut Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/austen-blake.md) - [Gem-Studded Songwriter Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandana-royale.md) - [Proposal Ring Box Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-box-set.md)