I had a ring designed at a local jeweler for $5000. Then randomly was at an outlet mall in Vegas and found almost the exact same thing. It was at Ultra Diamonds, six months ago. So far I have been very happy with the purchase.
I got my engagement ring band 1 carat and my fiancees band for around 3 thousand. His was 1 carat also.
It sounded weird at first, diamonds at an outlet mall but so far not one person has said anything negative when I tell them where I found it.
My ring is unique compared to other stores and everyone complements me on it all the time!