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6 Steps to the perfect ring

At first glance, engagement rings seem like such simple things. A diamond, some shiny metal, a nice box, maybe an engraved message and that’s it.

When you begin the process of buying an engagement ring however, you learn that it’s anything but simple! As well as the big decisions like which metal, stone, shape, cut, and setting you want, there’s several other things to think about: the metal finish, your budget, the rings style.

So, take a deep breath, put the kettle on and take some time to read our guides to the perfect bespoke ring.

If it's all a bit too much right now, don't worry, our qualified Diamond grader will be more than happy to talk you through them, you can always refer back to the guide at a later time.

The key here is take your time, if your not sure, don't hesitate to ask and remember, what we want is for you to have not only the most beautiful ring for your partner but something that won't break your budget.

Spend what you can comfortably afford. Be responsible and keep the budget well within your means.

1 - Decide your Budget

Using an image or photograph, a sketch or even a piece of music and our use of state of the art 3D modelling technology coupled with award winning design will allow us to incorporate it as a design element into the resulting piece.

We can use these elements as an engraving, a motif embossed or cut into the piece, specific shapes and stones or a mixture of all of these to create something unique and personal to you and your partner.

This ensures that the resulting piece not only accurately reflects the story behind it but becomes an integral part of it.

We offer a fully bespoke service that ensures the design is exactly the ring you both want. Browse our gallery for inspiration and ideas, then feel free to let us know what you have in mind.

Bespoke Design

2 - Create your design

We can advise on both natural or lab grown diamonds, all of which are fully certified. If you would like to select any other gemstone, it's not a problem, simply ask and we will happily advise.

We have a guide to choosing the perfect diamond here.

3 - Choose your Stones

If you know the size you need that's great. If you don't, worry not, click here for our Ring Sizing Guide. Plus for your peace of mind we offer a free resizing service with each ring.

4 - Ring Size

We work in Gold, Platinum and Silver. There are benefits and drawbacks with each Alloy. Choose the one that most appeals to you and your budget. Our goldsmith and designer will be more than happy to explain the differences between them.

5 - Choose your Metal

At this stage we will request payment of a 50% deposit. You can check-out securely via most debit or credit cards or PayPal.

Your piece will then be cast, mounted, engraved and finished by hand in our central London workshops, Once complete your piece is then assessed & hallmarked at the London Assay office before the final finishing and quality assurance process.

6 - Sign Off and Proceed

We guarantee that all diamonds supplied are exclusively of natural origin (formed and grown under natural and geological processes) and untreated, based on personal knowledge and/or written guarantees provided by the supplier of these diamonds. The diamonds are purchased from legitimate sources not involved in funding conflict, in compliance with United Nations Resolutions. We also guarantee that diamonds are conflict free, based on personal knowledge and/or written guarantees provided by our suppliers. We will not knowingly sell conflict diamonds and, to the best of our ability, we will undertake reasonable measures to help prevent the sale of conflict diamonds.

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