The Process of Creating a Unique Engagement Ring

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An engagement ring symbolizes love, commitment, and the beginning of a new journey with your significant other. Although many beautiful rings are available, if you have a unique vision, finding one that ticks all the boxes may be challenging.

The best way to create a ring that stands out is by designing a custom engagement ring with the help of an experienced designer. This will enable you to design a unique ring that reflects your relationship with your partner and tells your story. Get familiar with different styles, gemstones, and settings, and take the time to create a ring that suits your partner’s taste. Use this guide to design a unique engagement ring your partner will cherish forever.

Consider a Coloured Centre Stone

Engagement rings have traditionally featured diamonds, but there are many other gemstones that you can choose from, such as sapphires, emeralds, and rubies which are available in a wide variety of colours. Each gemstone has unique qualities, and choosing one meaningful to you or your partner can add a personal touch to the ring and allow you to create a unique piece of jewellery.

Certain coloured gemstones are often associated with specific meanings or symbolism. For example, sapphires are often associated with trust, loyalty, and sincerity, while emeralds are associated with love and fertility. Choosing a stone with a special meaning can add depth and significance to the engagement ring. Coloured centre stones are also more affordable, allowing couples with a limited budget to design a beautiful ring without overspending.

Choose a Unique Centre Stone Shape

Choosing a unique center stone shape for your engagement ring can add a touch of personality and uniqueness to your ring. While traditional diamond shapes like round, princess, and cushion cuts are timeless and classic, opting for a unique shape like an Asscher cut, kite shape, hexagon, half moon, or portrait cut can set your ring apart from others.

Additionally, choosing a unique center stone shape can also help you design a more affordable ring. Certain shapes, like a hexagon or Asscher cut, can make the center stone appear larger than it is, offering more value for your money.

The best way to choose a unique centre stone shape when creating a one-of-a-kind engagement ring is by talking to a reputable custom designer. You can book a design consultation with an experienced jeweller to discuss your vision and allow them to translate it into reality. Working with a streamlined team of designers well-versed in geology will allow you to create the engagement of your dreams while being involved in the entire process.

Think Outside the Box on Orientation

Traditional centre stone orientation of a ring is one of the most desirable options for most couples, but those who want to create a unique ring may want to think outside the box.

For non-symmetrical diamond shapes (think oval, pear, or emerald cut), engagement rings traditionally feature a vertical stone orientation where the center stone is set ‘north-south’. However, setting the stone horizontally, also known as an ‘east-west’ orientation, can be a unique and modern twist. This orientation works well with elongated shapes like ovals, pears, and marquise. This seemingly small adjustment creates a dynamic and unconventional look.

You can also ditch the centre stone all together & go for a cluster design with several smaller stones arranged in a unique pattern. This can create a more organic and natural look, especially with asymmetrical arrangements. Many couples also opt for a cluster as this design can have symbolic meaning, with each smaller diamond or gemstone representing an aspect of the relationship or different characteristics of the couple.