Midi34
Lou Ring
The Lou Ring is a decorative ring from the Midi34 x Marcus collection, a Quebec-based line at Le 31. It is made of PVD-plated 316L stainless steel and features an engraved rose design around the exterior, with an interior 'Marcus' stamp. The ring has a width of 5 mm and is manufactured in Canada.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Color
Specifications
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Rings
Product Insights
The Lou Ring by Midi34, the own-brand jewelry line of La Maison Simons (founded 1840), offers a 5mm band with a PVD gold finish and an exclusive engraved rose motif by Quebec designer Marcus, delivering boutique design at $45—well below the $80–120 typical for limited men's bands. Canadian manufacturing ensures sharp engraving precision, and the PVD coating (usually a $20–30 upcharge) costs no extra and resists fading for 2–5 years, though the golden yellow variant requires careful handling to avoid wear from heavy friction. The 316L stainless steel is safe for most with metal allergies, but highly reactive individuals should test before extended wear. The 5mm width balances substantial presence with stackability, but fits tighter—size up half if between sizes—and proper care preserves the coating and protective oxide layer.
Verified claims
- Design story
- The Lou Ring is part of the Midi34 × Marcus capsule for Le 31A and carries an exclusive engraved rose motif from that Quebec-based design line.
- Price point
- Priced at $45, below the $80–120 typical for limited men's bands.
- Heritage
- Midi34 is the own-brand jewelry line of La Maison Simons (founded 1840).
- Craftsmanship
- Canadian workshop production supports consistent sharpness in the engraved rose detail.
- Value
- At $45 CAD, the ring offers a boutique capsule design and PVD finish, priced below the $80–$120 range typical for limited men's bands.
- Finish
- PVD gold finish – typically a $20–$30 upcharge – costs no extra and resists fading for 2–5 years.
- Sizing
- 5mm band fits tighter – size up half if between sizes; both colors identical
- Stacking fit
- 5mm band stacks with other rings while feeling substantial
- Durability
- Golden yellow variant's PVD coating lasts 2–5 years with normal wear.
- Nickel safety
- 316L stainless steel is safe for most with metal allergies, but test if highly reactive.
- PVD coating
- 316L stainless steel contains nickel, but a protective chromium oxide layer limits skin contact under normal wear; heavy friction can wear the PVD finish at contact points, and people with severe nickel allergies should test before prolonged wear.
- Care regimen
- Care for golden yellow ring: apply lotions before, remove for heavy work, rinse after swimming, avoid harsh chemicals.
- Wear experience
- Buyers describe the Lou Ring as comfortable, solid, and well detailed, with accurate sizing.
- Engraving detail
- The 5mm width clearly showcases the engraved rose motif.
- Band width
- 5 mm band width balances engraving display and stackability.
- Engraving precision
- The rose engraving on the 5mm band relies on high-precision tooling, and Canadian workshop production supports sharp, consistent detail.
- Engraving variants
- The small engraved rose design is present on both the Silver and Golden Yellow variants.
- Made in Canada
- Canada's labeling standard requires the last substantial transformation and a majority of production costs to be Canadian, so the ring's cutting, shaping, engraving, and finishing are performed in a Canadian workshop.
Product record
- Title
- Lou Ring
- Brand
- Midi34
- Price
- 45 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A close-up of a narrow, circular metallic ring with an all-around engraved floral or scroll motif on its exterior; inner surface is smooth and reflective. The ring is photographed resting on the top corner of a textured rectangular concrete block, showing the ring's top and a portion of its inner edge.
- Band shapeNarrow circular metal band with consistent width around the circumference and a rounded outer profile.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.26 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high) - Exterior engravingContinuous engraved floral or scroll pattern runs around the exterior face of the band, visible as shallow incised lines and motifs.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high) - Interior finishInner surface of the ring is smooth and reflective, showing a subtle highlight and shadow along the inner curve.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.10 (high) - Edge profileOuter and inner edges appear slightly rounded rather than sharp, producing soft highlights along the rim.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.26 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style close-up composition showing the ring placed near the top corner of a rectangular concrete block against a neutral soft beige background; directional lighting from upper left casts a defined shadow to the lower right.
- Staging surfaceRough-textured rectangular concrete block with visible aggregate and a sharp top corner; ring sits on the top face near the corner.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.74 · h 0.66 (high) - ShadowSoft but defined shadow of the ring projects to the lower right of the ring, indicating directional lighting.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral beige background with slight gradient and no visible text or props.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter top-down close-up framing that includes the top face and a visible vertical side of the concrete block, creating a sense of depth.
Colors
polished silver· band exterior and interior- Band shapeNarrow circular metal band with consistent width around the circumference and a rounded outer profile.
- 02
Product
A narrow flat-profile silver ring shown lying on a white surface; outer band has a continuous engraved floral (rose) pattern, interior is polished and carries a small stamped marking.
- Band profileNarrow flat ring band with straight outer edges and a low-profile rectangular cross-section as seen from the top-down, appearing uniformly thin around the visible circumference.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Outer surface decorationContinuous repeating engraved floral motif (rose-like swirls and small leaves) cut into the outer face of the band, with the engraved lines appearing slightly darker than the band surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.62 · w 0.64 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior finishInterior surface of the band is smooth and highly polished, producing visible specular highlights contrasting with the matte outer engraved face.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.55 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior markingSmall stamped text visible on inner surface near the top-right inner curve.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.52 · w 0.16 · h 0.06 (medium) - Stampled text: 'Marcus'“Marcus”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.53 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photograph on a seamless white background with soft top-left lighting that casts a soft shadow to the lower-right of the ring; image is tightly cropped with the ring centered toward the lower half of the frame.
- Background and lightingEven white seamless background with bright, diffused lighting producing soft shadows and subtle specular highlights on the ring.
- ShadowSoft drop shadow falling to the right and slightly downward from the ring, indicating a light source from the upper-left.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - Shot compositionTop-down, slightly angled view showing the outer face and inner bore of the ring; ring is centered horizontally and placed in the lower third of the image.
Colors
matte light silver· outer engraved face#F3F3F3polished silver· interior surface#CCCAC5dark silver grey· engraved line accents- Band profileNarrow flat ring band with straight outer edges and a low-profile rectangular cross-section as seen from the top-down, appearing uniformly thin around the visible circumference.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Midi34
Bague Lou
Variants
10 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3678109 | Lou Ring - Silver - 8 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3677125 | Lou Ring - Silver - 9 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629443 | Lou Ring - Silver - 10 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629444 | Lou Ring - Silver - 11 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629445 | Lou Ring - Silver - 12 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3678110 | Lou Ring - Golden Yellow - 8 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3677126 | Lou Ring - Golden Yellow - 9 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629446 | Lou Ring - Golden Yellow - 10 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629447 | Lou Ring - Golden Yellow - 11 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
| 3629448 | Lou Ring - Golden Yellow - 12 | CA$45.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
3 total3 reviews · out of 5
Nice ring
Nice ring but rose engraving seems cheaper quality than I expected
C’est pour Noël, je n’ai
C’est pour Noël, je n’ai rien vu encore!
Parfait
Bonne grandeur, solide, bien détaillé, confortable.