Layne's Jewelry Design — Local services in Gonzales

I’m Thrilled with Layne’s Custom Design

I had been casually browsing for a new wedding ring set for quite a while but I never found exactly what I was looking for until I saw a picture online of an art deco style antique ring and knew I was getting close. As I started to form a picture in my mind of “my” ring I knew I would never find it in a jewelry store window and the obvious solution would be a custom design, but I had never gone through that process before, so I was a little intimidated by the thought. After meeting with three very reputable jewelers in the area I chose Layne’s and I am so glad I did! Working with designer Stuart Landry was great! He nailed the design with the first rendering, but then I decided I wanted the setting to be larger. The first stone I looked at was beautiful, but it was a little too blue. One of my concerns about going with a custom design was that my descriptions of what I wanted wouldn’t be able to accurately describe the image I had in my mind. But, every time I looked at a stone or an artist’s rendering or a 3-D printout and felt like it wasn’t quite “it” or I changed my mind about something, Alex and Dixie would reassure me that it was My ring we were all working toward and little changes along the way were a normal part of the process and their goal was to get it right! I received regular updates from Alex even when there wasn’t much to report as he sought out the perfect blue-green stone I pictured. He found it and with that, Stuart rendered the perfect setting and they got to work on the actual ring. The result is beautiful, and it is just what I had been dreaming of. The design team made the experience very pleasant and fun. I cannot say enough about how happy I am that we chose Layne’s and how thrilled we are with...

So my watch of many years finally gave up the ghost and I just stopped in at Walmart and purchased a simple water resistant Timex to replace my long suffering Bulova... After finally getting the girl behind the jewelry counter to help me (She was much more interested in the Hispanic guy who was chatting her up than in this old broad!), I tried two styles and selected one that seemed practical. After paying for the watch, however, I discovered that they would not size the watch for me... Is it my fault I have such skinny wrists on a linebacker's body??? Apparently, so. After wearing the watch way too big for a couple of days, actually slinging it off accidentally a few times, I started calling around for a place to size the watch for me. It took 2 days to find the answer to my frustrating quandary! But, yes, FINALLY, I discovered a local establishment that could help me out. Layne's! The good old LOCAL shop that didn't require a trip into the traffic pit of Baton Rouge!!! I drove over before going in to work. The staff were so very nice and pleasant and actually paid attention to me and listened to what I said! And they have some very tempting bracelets and simple jewelry items that had me tempted to break out the credit card...but, fortunately, I was due at work. I left my humble watch in their capable hands. Lo and behold, I received a phone call from Layne's less than two days later, saying my newly sized watch was ready!!! And they only charged me $10 plus tax! Great business, great people, providing services and service that we once took for granted and now realize are going the way of the dinosaurs! Thank you, Layne's, my LOCAL establishment, for...

I can’t say enough good things about Layne’s Jewelry! My son and I live quite a distance away, so from the very start Layne made the process effortless—guiding us by phone and email as my son worked on a custom engagement ring. Every question was answered promptly, every detail thoughtfully explained, and we always felt confident in the design taking shape.

When it was time to pick up the finished ring, we made a special trip back “home,” and Layne’s staff greeted us warmly as soon as we walked in. The in-person experience was just as inviting as our remote interactions—his team walked us through the ring’s craftsmanship and made sure the fit and finish were absolutely perfect.

What makes Layne’s Jewelry especially meaningful to our family is the sense of continuity it brings across generations and miles. I bought my wife’s engagement ring from Layne’s twenty-five years ago, and even now, her ring still sparkles just as brilliantly as the day we said “yes.” Knowing that both our rings came from the same trusted jeweler makes these milestones all the more special.

If you’re looking for a jeweler who pairs exquisite, lasting craftsmanship with genuinely personal service—whether you’re nearby or across state lines—you’ll feel right at home at Layne’s Jewelry. Highly...