
✨The Magic Of Moissanite Gemstones With El&Elle Co-Founders Louis and Justin De Bernardi
From Aisle Seat by Alison McGill
October 2, 2025 · 48 min · Season 5 · Episode 23
About this episode
Alison McGill discusses the rise of moissanite gemstones with El&Elle co-founders Louis and Justin De Bernardi.
Diamond alternatives are trending as the hautest choice for engagement rings and one of the brightest and most beautiful stones is moissanite. Canadian fine jewelry brand El&Elle has made this sparkling lab grown stone the star of their lineup, and on this show Alison chats with company co-founder Louis and Justin De Bernardi about the rise of moissanite as a choice gemstone for engagement rings and statement jewelry. "When people see moissanite in person, they can't stop talking about the shine that comes from it," Louis shares. "Not only is this stone more affordable than diamonds, but a more sustainable choice which is something that is a key pillar of our brand." Other things covered in this sparkling conversation include Louis and Justin's thoughts on their favourite engagement ring settings of the moment, why hefty carat sizes are now more attainable, and what they feel the most underrated stone cut is, one which they have beautifully mastered, and share is one of their favourites in their current design lineup.
People in this episode
Host: Alison McGill
Guests: Louis De Bernardi, Justin De Bernardi
Topics covered
- moissanite
- engagement rings
- sustainable jewelry
- fine jewelry
- gemstone alternatives
Keywords
- moissanite
- engagement rings
- sustainable jewelry
- El&Elle
- gemstone alternatives
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: El&Elle
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