Who was Gerard Rene?
His Legacy
Gerard Rene was a loving and devoted husband and father born and raised in 1920s Jeremie, Haiti. He was the grandfather of the owner and founder of Gerard Rene Jewelry. Gerard Rene lived a modest life administering medication to the sick and working at an electrical company towards the end of his life. He also owned his own boutique in Jeremie, Haiti selling goods and supplies to the community. Gerard Rene loved his family and spoiled his children to the best of his ability. His dream was to make a better life for himself and his family and one day own a boutique in the United States however he passed away before his dream was ever realized.
Gerard Rene's legacy lives on through the Gerard Rene jewelry brand. The Gerard Rene brand upholds the idea that every customer deserves nothing but the best. Each piece of handcrafted jewelry is one of a kind and made with special attention to make the wearer look and feel exceptional and distinguished. With Gerard Rene jewelry you can turn your designs into heirlooms with superior quality, conflict-free gems and metals that can be passed down for generations.
About Gerard Rene Jewelry
Where Love Evolves in Luxury
If you are looking to upgrade your engagement or wedding ring in a unique and fully customized way, look no further!
Gerard Rene is where love evolves in luxury. Just as the love for your spouse will continue to evolve with time, so can your wedding jewelry. While we are available to create jewelry that will suit your every need, Gerard Rene specializes in creating one-of-a-kind upgraded engagement and wedding rings. Founded in 2023, Gerard Rene is here to handmake jewelry that captures your every essence as a couple and as individuals.
Perhaps you are upgrading because your financial situation has changed and now you can afford the ring of your dreams that you could not afford before. Maybe your personal style has changed since you first got engaged, or you have a special milestone anniversary approaching. Maybe you want to honor a loved one that you have lost or want to celebrate the birth of a new child in a special and unique way. Regardless of the reason, Gerard Rene is here to support you every step of the way.
Owner and Founder
My name is Valdine Henrius-Whitter and I am the Owner and Founder of Gerard Rene. My love for jewelry and design has led me to finding my new passion in life which I have lovingly named after my late grandfather. As someone who has redesigned my engagement ring three times, designed beautiful and unique pieces for others and has had a passion for jewelry since childhood, I know what it's like to want to wear one-of-a-kind exquisite jewelry that everyone can admire. I take seriously the chance to create special and unique engagement rings and upgrades that you will wear for a lifetime and proudly pass down from generation to generation.
From sketching your perfect engagement ring upgrade to crafting matching jewelry pieces to go with your new wedding jewelry set, I will provide you with a unique luxury experience where you are fully involved in every step of the process and where my undivided attention is always given to you.
Our Commitment
In addition to providing ethical and eco-friendly diamonds and gems, a portion of every Gerard Rene purchase goes towards a true and genuine purpose. Each purchase goes back to Gerard Rene's country of origin, Haiti, and supports a child by providing one year of school tuition and one meal a day. Together with Gerard Rene, you can make a difference.
Designed by you. Created for you.
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Design it.
Dreaming of luxury custom jewelry? Whether it's a new design or a twist on our portfolio pieces, Gerard Rene has you covered. Book an appointment, share your ideas, and we'll chat about styles and budgets. We're here to make your custom-designed jewelry a reality. Experience luxury designed just for you at Gerard Rene.
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Select it.
Pick your favorite lab-grown diamond, moissanite, or gemstone for your dream design. We'll show you a model to check before we cut and polish the stones. You'll see pictures or videos of the stones before we set them. Once you're happy, we'll send you a bill and start making your designer-inspired jewelry. At Gerard Rene, we're here to make your dream jewelry a reality.
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Enjoy it.
When your custom diamond jewelry y is ready, we'll show you pictures before sending it. Tell us how you liked your experience and leave a review!