Exactly What You Want
If you or your partner has had a dream ring in mind for years, a custom engagement ring is the perfect way to get exactly what you want in a ring without having to compromise on any design aspects based on the available selection at your local jeweler. Combine elements of several designs you like and nix or alter parts you don't; when you build a custom ring, you get to choose every component, from the diamond to the number of stones, from the setting to the size. When building a custom ring at Grono and Christie Jewelers, your local jewelry store in the North Quincy area, you will always have seasoned professionals and master jewelers guiding you with consultations and design sessions to ensure that your every need is met when designing your perfect, unique engagement ring.
The Setting Style
Aside from the actual diamond, choosing and designing a setting style is where the real fun begins when creating a custom engagement ring. Bezel style, halo settings, simple solitaire rings, and split shank bands can all take a round brilliant diamond and turn it into a work of art. Your band may be filigree, pave, channel, or flat, among others. The ring and the diamond inform each other; when choosing a diamond, make sure it will work in the style of setting you want, and vice versa. Your local jeweler can help you make an informed decision and walk through possible designs for your custom band before starting design sessions. At Grono and Christie Jewelers in the North Quincy area, we have experienced professionals to help you choose what makes the most sense for you, your style, and your diamond.
The Gold Standard
Part of choosing a band when designing a custom engagement ring is choosing a metal to set your stone in. Rose gold is trendy, romantic, and pairs well with those with neutral or slightly red undertones in their skin. White gold is sterling silver's big brother and is highly sophisticated. Pair white gold with those who have cool undertones to keep a sleek appearance. Yellow gold is classic and classy; it accentuates warm undertones and helps make diamonds with less pure color stand out brighter. Though most rings are made from gold, platinum and titanium are more durable and may be viable options depending on the setting style.
A Gemstone Rainbow
Your custom engagement ring doesn't need to only include diamonds. Play with color by incorporating other precious or semi-precious gemstones in all colors of the rainbow. Use your birthstone as an accent stone in a three-stone engagement ring, or if either of you has children, use their birthstones as a symbolic way of adding them into the ring and into your new family. Rubies, sapphires, and alexandrite are durable stones that will do well in an engagement ring built for lifelong wear, but topaz, which is available in a variety of hues, follows them as a slightly less tough but economical choice. Enjoy the many options that building a custom ring gives you, and have fun exploring the world of color!