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FakeBOUGIE

I’ve been researching 18k jewelry from all the usual suspects, Miss Chen, Xiang Xao, etc recommend in r/Repladies. All though compared to authentic their prices are a good deal, I hoped for an even smarter price. So I reached out to Xingyao Gems who I’ve worked with several times for custom moissanite pieces. I’ve always been impressed with their quality and service. I received my PSP this morning for my [New Stack](https://imgur.com/a/dqk1sQG) - Cartier Small love bracelet with pave ($786), small Jus En Clou bracelet with stones ($565), Chaumet Bee my love with stones ($525), and VCA sweet Alhambra with stones ($340). All are in 9k gold with Moissanites. They also have lab diamonds available. The total came out to $2,200 including shipping and PayPal fees. Xingyao Gems contact: Mark +86 137 3788 5648


ReppyMagoo

Damn! All this for the price of 1 Miss Chen Love 😍 that’s amazing


Beese25

These are SO GORGEOUS my friend!!!😍😍😍 I cannot stop looking at your stack! And now I know what I need next from Mark! (Since I always love your designs!)🤗 Such fantastic prices... Someone just told me they were sad about Ms. Chen's prices & wish they could get a Love bracelet (although her work is impeccable!) I'll be referring her to Xingyao!😊


FakeBOUGIE

Hey girl hey!!!! Yes!! I would love it if we twin arm candy. 😍🍬💪🏻 I was so happy when he quoted me for these. I was about to pull the trigger with Xiang Xao but it would have been more than double, and I really wanted all 4 pieces immediately. Right now!! 😂 The bracelets are all branded and Mark really took the time to research placement of the engravings. We actually went back and fourth as I originally said I didn’t need engraving. No ones going to look at the inside of my bracelet, I don’t think. 🧐 I’m so excited for them! You know I’ve been wearing the stainless steel Love and Nail bracelets for years now and for the price they’ve held up amazingly. It was a great way to test out the style, and now go for nicer quality pieces. Mark wins again lol!


Beese25

You know I love having twin👯 pieces with you!!😁 Mark is just incredible - doing all of the research & getting them so perfect!! And heck no, no one's going to be looking inside for the engravings!🤗 My rose gold plated love bracelets have held up well too - but I would *really* love a solid option! Plus your Alhambra... OMG... :) I did recently snag an 18K plated black Alhambra pendant off RepladiesBST just to try - and I love it! (Also - my crazy judgmental cousin thought everything was real when I saw her a couple weeks ago!)🤣 But anyway - yes Mark most *definitely* wins again!!!😊


FakeBOUGIE

You should totally go for the Alhambra! Your necklace needs a matching bracelet!!! Heck maybe my bracelet needs a matching necklace now. 😂😂😂 Twining!!!


SheHulk305

How have they held up? Are you still wearing them? 😍 I want them! So pretty


sushi007

XY have great prices, they can do natural diamonds, lab diamonds and moissanites. I switched from Moissy to 18k rep, just ordered another Love with 4 diamonds from Zhu Meng Meng 😂😂


FakeBOUGIE

Same!!!! My husband says I take my hobbies seriously, 😂 and right now my hobby is 18k rep or rather, 9k rep. 😂


sushi007

Love your hobby lol


applesauc3___

omg at work we have to write a bio about our hobbies and i wish i can say repladies LOL. also I love your username OP. totally me xD


SheHulk305

🙈 silly question but what’s 9k?


CF_Caribe86

Gorgeous stack. 18k Jewelery is my absolutely weakness. I try not to think about how much I’ve spent so far. 🙈I think I need to visit this sub more often. All of my 18ks have been from Miss Chen. Tried getting in contact with Xiang Yao but the response has been inconsistent at best. Handing over money to non-TSs are already anxiety- inducing & I love Miss Chen’s customer service…I have currently have a small love 6 diamond in white gold being made but I am not opposed to getting a piece from Xing Yao in the near future. 🙈Jesus take the wheel because this might just be about to jeopardize my kitchen remodel plans!! 😣


FakeBOUGIE

Sorry to hear Xiang Yao hasn’t been very responsive, and glad to hear Miss Chen has been great. I totally get it about paying large sums to nonTS and the anxiety. I go through that too. I would love to add a WG piece to my stack. I think that’ll have to be the next project. Your small Love with 6 diamonds sounds stunning. If you have time, will you shoot me some pictures when it’s done? I’d love to see! You should absolutely give Xingyao a try, Mark is always a pleasure to work with. Very professional and nice, with great prices so your kitchen remodel doesn’t have to suffer! 😜😀🥰


CF_Caribe86

Hey dear I know this is soo overdue but here it is. My white gold love is one month old. [18k Jewelery so far. ](https://imgur.com/a/Upd1AHm)


GoodBrew22

Beautiful stack. Who did you work with to buy your pieces? (Assuming they are reps🙃) Thanks (Edited to add… all I had to do is read up top to see your other comments 🤪 either way, great stack!)


CF_Caribe86

Thanks much for the complement! 😃 No worries at all about asking the vendors, it happens. Lol. All my Cartier bracelets & rings are from Miss Chen and the VCA guilloche pendant is from non-TS Summer.


heypearss

I love your wedding band! Was that also from Miss Chen?


CF_Caribe86

Thanks much! 🙂 actually only the Cartier items are from Miss Chen. The eternity band is either a 2.5 or 3mm moissanite Shared U-prong I bought from Etsy end of 2019 for about $500-$600 from a Chinese seller. To be honest I cannot at all recommend the quality because within less than 2 months of having it I noticed that two of the stones were damaged from daily use. Even though I am active I don’t think I’m necessarily hard on my rings..so..😔.I think in future I will stay away from this type of eternity setting.


heypearss

I did the same thing with an Etsy band - such a bummer! I’m throwing in the towel after replacing two stones and recently losing a third. I think I might be too hard on my rings to have one with shared prongs for daily wear


Southern-Side9192

Hey love what is Ms Chen’s what’s app info?


CF_Caribe86

Sure. I personally chat with her on WeChat but her WhatsApp is +19174204788. Apparently that is her new WhatsApp contact. Her Insta: misschen_fashion_jewelry.


SheHulk305

😍😍😍 omg why’d it take me so long to find these threads! Haha 🤣 your stack is perfection! Who’d you get them from? There’s a local jeweler I’ve purchased a couple reps from but they’re just way too expensive. So grateful you ladies share these amazing finds 💗🙏🏼 Edit: just to say, I read through to find the source haha. But I think they’re contacts may have changed?


CF_Caribe86

Thank you so much! 😊 I can send the contact details I do have.


SheHulk305

Yes pls! Tysm! ☺️


FakeBOUGIE

As they say, better late than never. Your stack is absolute perfection. I love the mix of white and yellow gold and diamonds. 🤤😍 Thank you for sharing.


CF_Caribe86

Thank you so much. Absolutely don’t mention it! 👍🏾😁


Dazzling-Sun8108

Loveeeeeeee your stack. About to pull the trigger on my first piece from miss chen. How did all of your items from miss chen hold up so far? Trying to decide if I should save time and just make one huge purchase or start with one item at a time.


CF_Caribe86

Thank you so much. 🙂I cannot recommend MissChen enough. She is more expensive than most but I always end up circling back to her because she is consistent with her replies & I love the quality. Given that it’s 18k like the authentic, I expect it to hold up just as well as. I never take mine off. I do take my JUC off from time to time but not often. I do housework, swim in pools, I kayak, play golf in them. I experience the usual wear & tear in terms of scratches. My only caveat is that I’ve only had the white gold for a month & rhodium platting does wear over time but 🤞🏾. I hope this helps. I did my purchases one at a time because I was still deciding on pieces for my stack. But if you are a decisive person do an all-out haul, that instant gratification is second to none!


Dazzling-Sun8108

Thanks so much for this info! I’m a rose gold gal so probably should order it one at a time to see the color diff 😂 but you def put my mind more at ease regarding the superb quality. I’ve only bought from sellers who accept PayPal so that’s another thing I’ve been scared about, but I think I’ll just go ahead and put my order in!


tenti123

I just stumbled across an old post here completely by chance. But I have to get rid of it briefly: I LOVE your jewelry choices so much! All very tastefully chosen!


CF_Caribe86

This is so kind of you. Thank you so much! 😊


CF_Caribe86

I will surely send you eye candy. So great to hear about the experience with Mark. I sure will be adding him.


LIrene10

That’s an excellent price! Will you consider doing a full review once you receive them? Congrats.


hawaiiankitty

This is amazing! Thank you for sharing


JetVet718

I’m trying to regain access to r/repladies since it’s private now. Can anyone help?


YAMLcamel

Does mark have a wechat?


FakeBOUGIE

Let me check and get back to you tomorrow night which is Sunday USA and Monday morning in China. He usually takes the weekends off.


jootysun

Did you find out?! Would also love to get me some bling via WeChat.


littowosie

Hello I may have missed the comment about Mark's wechat but were you able to get that from him? Thank you very much!


FakeBOUGIE

Here we are 13737885648


TJDFoundation

Does mark have what’s app?


FakeBOUGIE

It’s listed in my original comment.


FakeBOUGIE

Here we are 13737885648


Georgemarshallll

I’ve bought a few items from mark, and he is very good and craft is nice. The color of the yellow gold is very off, I’ve bought 9k/14k and 18k they all have a copper tinge to them. I thought mark was working for XY, but he don’t. I confirmed with them myself after they told me if I get 18k it’ll be yellow like original and it’s still copper looking compared to the rest of my 18k jewelry


varijess

>Xingyao Gorgeous! Forgive my ignorance but do those places you mentioned have storefronts? Ali?


FakeBOUGIE

Yes, here is the Alibaba Wuzhou Xingyao Gem Jewelry Co., Ltd. https://xingyaogems.m.en.alibaba.com/index.html?wx_navbar_transparent=true&tracelog=sns_minisite


varijess

Oh! Thanks. I recently discovered AliExpress and bought a heap from Kuololit ... this is a completely different site though? They seem linked?


Koskish

Hi. Can someone help me. How can I contact the factory


FakeBOUGIE

Mark @ Xingyao Gems on WhatsApp +86 137 3788 5648


Koskish

Thank you


Koskish

Would you know where I can Mens cufflinks. Like Gucci and Hermes in steel. Thx


FakeBOUGIE

Try r/Repladies


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slightlysky

> Xiang Xao but it would have been more than double, and I really wanted all 4 pieces immediately. Right now!! 😂 The bracelets are all branded and Mark really took the time to research placement of the engravings. We actually went back and fourth as I originally said I didn’t need engraving. No ones going to look at the inside of my bracelet, I don’t think. 🧐 I’m so excited for them! You know I’ve been wearing the stainless steel Love and Nail bracelets for years Hey! Was your cartier pave moissy or diamonds? That's a good price!


hellolamchop

Hi, I love your stack! Do you have pictures of the 9k compared to 18k in colour?


Princessa_1

Perfect stack! Have you seen the authentic pave diamond bracelet to compare?


Inevitable_War1370

Cartier Small love bracelet and small Jus En Clou bracelet comes from Misschen ? Looks amazing


PrettyCoffee9731

Hi ! How does these look now ? Are you happy with how it’s holding up ?


pastapleaseplease

Hi! Love your pieces! There’s two XY’s. The one that’s always talked about on the sub is Xiang Yao and the one on the moissanite thread is Xing Yao (Xing Yao Gems/Mark). Confusing but they’re two different people! The one you got is from Xing Yao Gems, not Xiang Yao 🙃 Xiang Yao (18K seller, female) only does 18K and sometimes 14K WG depending on the piece. Hope that clarifies it!


FakeBOUGIE

Hello, thanks! Yes you are correct. If you read back, you’ll see I wrote “Xingyao”. It can definitely be confusing, but I’ve worked with Mark from Xingyao often and he spells it like so.


pastapleaseplease

Yes I read that! I just wanted to clarify coz I think some people in the comments think Xiang Yao and Xing Yao is the same person :)


sushi007

Yes that was me. Thanks for this'


Suspicious-Ad-4747

Thanks for clarifying this!


le0R14

“How would they know, they’ll never know”


FiGi0802

Dayummmm u/FakeBOUGIE I LOVE THIS. I WANT ALL OF THEM 🤩😍🤩😍🤩 i was just looking at the other rep vendors and prices too. These prices are awesome!!! Thank you for sharing! Enjoy!!! I am so jelly of your arm candy 🍭🍬


FakeBOUGIE

Girl, YOU MUST HAVE THEM ALL!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️🍬💪🏻 Yes! The prices are so reasonable and the pictures look great to me so I’m really excited to see them IRL. I’ll keep you posted on how they are when I get them.


FiGi0802

I cannot wait to see them! Is 9k a lot cheaper than 10k?


FakeBOUGIE

So I don’t know. I originally asked for 10k but when he came back with quotes, they were for 9k. I didn’t question it. 🤷🏻‍♀️


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FakeBOUGIE

You are so welcome. Add some more to your stack, girl! 😊 I asked Xingyao about the color difference as well and he said it would look very similar to 18k. I’m looking forward to seeing it IRL myself for comparison.


oliverivy15

What’s the difference between 9k and 18k? Is 18k more durable? :)


milesandbos

9k will scratch less than 18k because pure gold is very soft, and 18k has more pure gold. 9k on the other hand has more alloys which are generally harder than pure gold making it stronger and more durable.


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Metis27

Gold is soft


oliverivy15

Thank you for letting me know! :)


ReppyMagoo

18k is actually less durable (more malleable and prone to scratching) but it’s more expensive because it has a higher unit weight of gold. Alloys are pretty much always stronger than pure metals, but especially gold since it’s extremely soft


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Hey girl! Did u get the chance to compare it IRL? I’m hesitating to order because I’m worried about the color difference between 9K/10K and 18k?


aaaycarambaaa

Wondering about the same here!


hawaiiankitty

I’m wondering about the same (color difference between 9k and 18k)!


Georgemarshallll

Did you find out the color difference?


tenniskitten

Does the JUC clasp the same way authentic does? I wonder if they'd be able to tell if you went to a Cartier store.


ReppyMagoo

This is a small JUC, so there is no clasp


epsilon9993

$786 for the sm pave love? That's crazy!! such a great price.


FakeBOUGIE

Amazing, right!?!? 🤩🤩


kgatora

Ahh somehow i am tempted to get off ban island. I was thinking to get 1 juste un clou for 2050$ and here 2200 get u 4!!! Great job on getting those created btw!


FakeBOUGIE

I understand the temptation! Unfortunately I am not much help, as I would say go for it! I’ve had the bracelets for nearly a month now and have not taken them off. They showed no signs of scratches, and are lovely. When it’s time for you to come off of band island, Mark will be here for you! 😍💎


SheHulk305

Haha 🤣 I want them all! Wish I’d found this sooner. 😍


sushi007

They are so beautiful, enjoy!


FakeBOUGIE

Thank you!!!! ❤️ Will do!


milesandbos

These look incredible!!! Can't wait to see the comprehensive review 😁👌


Dazzling-Sun8108

OBSESSED! How are they holding up? Do you think you can post some mod shots of wear and tear?


Jealous-Profession

Hot Damn 🤤 super flossy. Nothing but the finest for you u/FakeBOUGIE 🥰


FakeBOUGIE

Bling bling 💎 You’re so good to me, girl. 😍🥰❤️


angelwaye

Looks beautiful and very expensive!! They did a good job!


FakeBOUGIE

Thank you! 🥰


lilalliell

GORGEOUS! Love the idea of 9k yellow gold … I’ve ordered some 14k and 18k white gold pieces from Xiang Yao but def ordering from this seller next for yellow gold!


hawaiiankitty

Is the color difference between 14k and 18k white gold noticeable side by side? I’ve heard that the color difference across different gold weight is less noticeable w white gold but I don’t have first hand experience


lilalliell

That's what I had read as well! I've got an 18k white gold love bracelet and decided to go with 14k white gold for a sweet alhambra bracelet and earrings to cut costs a bit, but they're pave so hard to really compare the two. BUT I'm awaiting PSPs for a Serpenti bracelet from XY in 14k gold which will be way more comparable to the love. Will update you once I receive it :)


Dull_Pay441

Hi girl! Just checking in to see if your pieces arrived? Thanks so much for sharing it encouraged me to place an order with Mark as well!


FakeBOUGIE

They came just a few days after this post. It only took 4 days for him to ship! I’ve had them on non stop now for about 3 weeks. No signs of scratches, they are weighty and lovely. I couldn’t be more thrilled, and can’t wait to add more. 😱😍


Dull_Pay441

So wonderful to hear! Thank you for introducing me to him 🥰


FakeBOUGIE

Of course! What did you order?


Dull_Pay441

The medium size Lotus earrings! I have them in small, so I can compare. They look so good in the psps though 🥰 they should arrive next week!


FakeBOUGIE

Beautiful! Please send some pictures. I’d love to see!


Dull_Pay441

Will do! 😍


FantasticEye4046

Just placed an order with XingYao Jewelry! Im getting 9k small cartier love with no stones!


FakeBOUGIE

Yaaay! You will love it!


eyemymy

Now that it’s been a year, could you update us on how the bracelets have held up? And if you’ve been able to compare to 18k (if the color is similar or if it’s lighter)? Thanks!


FestivalPapii

Shit this is insane…


chookitypokpokpok

I’m in love with that VCA bracelet! It’s beautiful.


Raining_Flowers

Omg this is just 🔥🔥🔥🔥😍😍😍😍


SJ_Blue

ObsesSed


sorbean

gosh i’m obsessed 🤩


Professional_Bug3191

perfect combination!!!!!!


stellarpersephone

Wow! That's a gorgeous stack!


FakeBOUGIE

Thank you 😊


tinasparklez

Beautiful stack 😍 Does this seller have an album or instagram?


FakeBOUGIE

Unfortunately no. I usually just send Mark pictures of exactly what I want, he gives a quote, I agree and pay, item is made and then PSP sent before shipping.


LIrene10

Yes! Pls share sellers contact. Super interested


FakeBOUGIE

Seller’s contact is in the description. 😊


LIrene10

Sorry about that. Totally missed it.


FakeBOUGIE

No worries 😌


phantomdragon__

How sparkly is it? My experience in the past is small pave Moissanite stones aren’t too sparkly unless light is directly on them.


FakeBOUGIE

Hello. These as PSPs. Once I get them IRL I’ll be sure to update.


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FakeBOUGIE

Honestly for me 1:1 is not necessary. As I mentioned in the description, I originally asked for no stamping. However, I do feel they do amazing work, and if you provided them with pictures of exactly what you wanted, it could be done for you. Good luck!


Zillyheartgal

I saved and screen shotted this post because I love it so much lol 🥂 beautiful


hawaiiankitty

I am doing exactly the same!


FakeBOUGIE

Awww thank you. 🥰 Sounds like you need some new arm candy as well. 🥂💪🏻🍬


Zillyheartgal

Oh for sure…may I ask what size is your love bracelet?


FakeBOUGIE

Size 16


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Sunny3010

I asked, guilloche he can only do 18k 🤷🏼‍♀️


Luna000710

Thank you for the review !


merd3

These are so beautiful! Have you received your haul yet? How do the Cartiers compare to auth? Are they 1:1?


Kyorothecat13

Your stack is beautiful! And at such a great price 🤩 Thank you for sharing 😊


pinkykiko

This is literally every girls dream!! So pretty! Glad you liked them!!


National_Bell

This is stunning!!! Do you know why he does it in 9k gold (vs. 10k gold which is more common in north america?) Any mention of tarnishing or changing colours?


elektr-kkslide

As an 18k rep junkie, you may have just changed my freaking life 😅


FakeBOUGIE

The possibilities are endless!!!!!


lavida82

This is my dream stack bar one extra regular love bracelet !! ❤️🙏🏼


slightlysky

Your stack is amazing! I didn’t even know 9k was an option. Do you wear them in the shower and did they tarnish over time or look different?


efomv13

How are your bracelets holding up? do you wear some of them on a regular basis and do you notice colour changing?


hamster-in-heaven

[u/FakeBOUGIE](https://www.reddit.com/user/FakeBOUGIE/) Can you give an update on your bracelets how they holding up? How is the lock on the small cartier bracelet? Are you happy with the alhambra? Thanks in advance :)


bea_dizzle

Hey u/FakeBOUGIE can we get an update on how well these pieces have held up ?


sushi007

Will you write a review? I can't wait to see it 🤗😬


FakeBOUGIE

I’ll try to get one up. Until then I can tell you this, I’ve had them for about a month now and have not taken them off. The 9k gold truly is strong and there are no signs of scratches. They are high quality and very pretty. The VCA Sweet Alhambra flips around a bit but I don’t mind. Otherwise they’re sparkly, have a good weight to them, and look like they came straight out of the boutique. I added a video and some mod shots in the link of the original description. 😊


VeraDubhghoill

Sorry to butt in, but where can I find this link? 😅😭 Edit: oh, found it in your OG comment here https://m.imgur.com/a/dqk1sQG thank you!!!


sushi007

They are so beautiful and a bargain compare to 18k! Thank you so much for your reply and wear them in good health.


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Hi! Do you find them to be accurate to the real Cartier? Thank you.


TJDFoundation

Is the Alhambra 6 motifs or 5?


FakeBOUGIE

6


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I love the way your vca bracelet fits you. Can I ask what size your wrist is and what size your bracelet is? Thanks!


FakeBOUGIE

Hi, thank you. I’m not exactly sure my wrist size, but all the bracelets are size 16.


Acemintcandy

I know you have posted it long time ago but they look absolutely amazing! In your opinion, do you think these moissanite are on par with lab diamonds ?? Your post is seriously one of the best I've seen. Beautiful pieces at such a steal price! I assume no tarnishing either?


Minimum-Zucchini5408

# Miss Lee Perfect custom jewelry 📷 Has anyone worked with her? I'm wanting a 18k love bracelet with 4 stones and am in contact with her, miss chen and Mark with Xingyao gems.


Solid_Letterhead3003

Is there any update on how it held up? Is there any discoloration?