Design Your Own Engagement Ring

By designing your own engagement ring, you can tailor every detail, from the precious metal and the eternity band to the accent stones and the graceful setting. This level of personalization transforms your ring into more than just a visual delight. By crafting a ring that tells your unique story, you infuse it with deep meaning and symbolism, creating a true representation of your love.

Discover the range of center stones available, from captivating natural diamonds to lab-created gemstones that grace the center stage, capturing the essence of timeless beauty. Explore various engagement ring styles, guided by our skilled design team, who will turn your vision into a work of art. Whether it’s the classic elegance of a solitaire diamond engagement ring or a dazzling pave diamond ring, your one-of-a-kind ring will be a pure expression of commitment.

Personalize your dream ring with numerous choices – from colored gemstone rings adorned with a dazzling halo or delicate diamond pave to eternity rings with red rubies or blue sapphires. Our lifetime warranty will make your ring setting a cherished keepsake.

Remember, designing your own engagement ring is more than just creating jewelry; it's crafting a lifelong symbol of your connection.

Designing an engagement ring requires careful consideration of various factors. One of the most important factors is your partner's personal style. Take note of their jewelry and consider whether they prefer classic, modern, or vintage designs. This will help guide you in choosing the right design elements for the ring.

Another consideration is the practicality of the ring. Think about your partner's lifestyle and daily activities. If they have an active lifestyle, you may want to opt for a more durable and low-maintenance design. On the other hand, if they prefer a more delicate and intricate style, you can focus on designs that showcase intricate details and craftsmanship.

Budget is also an important factor to consider. Custom engagement rings vary greatly in price, depending on the design's materials, gemstones, and complexity. Set a realistic budget and work with our jewelry designer, who can help you create the perfect ring that fits your budget without compromising quality.

Picking the perfect engagement ring design often starts with finding inspiration. Dive into our extensive and truly outrageous design portfolio, gather inspiration, or craft a blend uniquely you. Your personal expression is our inspiration.

Look for sources of inspiration that align with your partner's taste and style. Browse through our website, and save your favorite designs. You can also explore online platforms like Pinterest and Instagram for design ideas. Save images of rings that catch your eye, and take note of the specific design elements you like.

Another source of inspiration is your own love story. Consider special moments, shared interests, or significant symbols you can incorporate into the ring design. Whether it's a favorite flower, a meaningful engraving, or a birthstone, adding personal touches will make the ring even more meaningful.

While the process is the same, the results are a little different. No worries, though, men—we got you! We've designed many engagement rings for men and always love the opportunity to create new designs. Men's engagement rings can range from modern and simple to extravagant statement pieces. 

The materials for your man's ring will be chosen to express his style, from platinum to mokume gane, green emeralds to black diamond accents. Your custom men's engagement ring will symbolize your commitment and stand the test of time.

Once you have a starting idea for your ring design, it's time to chat with our design consultants. Schedule a free Zoom consultation for best results! They'll help you turn your vision into reality. In the Zoom call (or in-person appointment, should you be so lucky to live in the Southwest), share your design thoughts, budget, and needs. Our jewelry expert will give great advice, make suggestions for the longevity and wearability of your design, and help you pick gemstones, metals, and settings.

Making a custom engagement ring happens in stages. It starts with a conversation with our design consultant, where you will discuss your ring ideas and center stone desires.  Some designs start with the stone, and some start with the ring, and either way, our designer will proceed with experience and expertise to turn your ideas into sketches or computer images, tweaking as needed.

When picking a center stone, our design consultants will have enormous inventories to help you find the perfect natural or lab-created diamond or gemstone. They’ll help with quality, cut, color, and weight, giving your budget the importance it has for you.

After choosing the gemstone, you must decide on the metal. Your designer will help you with suggestions regarding hardness and color.

Once the design and materials are chosen, pricing is provided, and a 50% deposit is placed. There might still be elements to finalize, but now you’ll be in the production schedule and have a good idea of turnaround time.

You’ll be kept in the loop as your design makes its rounds through the hands of our craftsmen and women.  Ultimately, when you open your box and see your creation for the first time, we dream you’ll feel like our other clients who have left raving 5-star reviews.

Creating a custom engagement ring means adding personal elements that set it apart. Add touches or symbols incorporated into the design that hold sentimental value or reflect your partner's tastes and personality.

Engravings and modeled symbols on the inside of the ring are a popular way to add a personal touch. It could be a special date, a meaningful phrase, or your partner's initials – engraving adds an intimate and sentimental layer.

Birthstones are another way to make the ring yours. If you prefer, incorporate your partner's colored birthstone alongside the main gem or create a design featuring both birthstones. If you want to keep the color timeless, simple, and elegant, consider putting your birthstones on the inside of the ring as a secret symbol of your partnership.

As with any significant purchase, it's important to establish a budget when designing a custom engagement ring. Your budget will influence the choice of gemstone, metal, and overall design complexity. Communicate your budget clearly with the jewelry designer or jeweler to ensure they can work within your financial constraints.

Remember that custom designs often require a higher investment than mass-produced rings. However, a custom engagement ring's uniqueness and sentimental value make it a worthwhile investment. Prioritize the most important elements and be open to compromises to ensure your budget is respected without compromising quality.

The wedding day passes, but the rings are with you every day, part of your morning coffee, lunch break, and happy hours. While the ring cost might play a major role in your wedding budget, you'll admire it every day.

Diamonds are known for lasting elegance, making them a top engagement ring choice. When choosing a diamond, think about the four Cs: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight – all influence how it looks and its price. Many different diamond shapes are available, with round, princess-cut, and cushion-cut being the most traditional, and other shapes like pear and oval-cut a little more unusual.

Colored gemstones offer lots of customization. From blue sapphires and green emeralds to red rubies and peach morganites, they bring vibrant flair. When selecting, consider your partner's favorite colors, birthstones, or special meanings of the stones.

From the finest master cut sapphires to loose diamonds in all shapes and sizes, you can find your perfect stone in our diamond or sapphire search tool or let our design consultants source you the stone of your dreams. Most of our unique stones are not online, as the inventory constantly shifts, so take advantage of our concierge stone-searching services! 

Elevate your custom design with cherished history by incorporating your own heirloom diamond, a treasured gem that carries generations of sentiment. At Krikawa, we understand the significance of heirlooms, and we offer you the opportunity to infuse your custom piece with a deep connection to your family's legacy.

Your heirloom diamond becomes the focal point of a new chapter, seamlessly woven into a design that speaks to your personal style and love story. Embrace the beauty of tradition and modernity as you create a unique masterpiece that honors the past while crafting your own future heirloom.

Platinum is a premium metal known for its durability and hypoallergenic properties. It has a naturally white color that does not fade or tarnish over time, making it an excellent choice for showcasing the brilliance of gemstones.

Gold is a classic choice that offers versatility in terms of color. Yellow gold, rose gold, and white gold each have a distinct appearance that can complement different gemstones and personal styles. Consider your partner's preference and skin tone when selecting the gold color.

White gold is a popular alternative to platinum, offering a similar appearance at a more affordable price. It is created by mixing gold with other white metals and is often coated with rhodium to enhance its whiteness.

Designing and creating your own engagement ring or wedding band takes time, so planning ahead is important. The timeline can vary depending on the design's complexity, materials availability, and the jeweler's workload.

The initial design consultation is just the beginning of the process. It may take several iterations and adjustments to finalize the design. Once the design is approved, there are many steps to creating the ring, from ordering materials, modeling, casting, soldering, sanding, polishing, stone setting, engraving, and final shipping.

The manufacturing process can take from four weeks to three months, depending on the design's intricacy and our jeweler's workload. Communicating your desired timeline with your design consultant is important to ensure our jewelers can accommodate your needs.

Crafting a custom engagement ring is a journey filled with love and creativity. With a custom design, you create a beautiful ring and a meaningful representation of your relationship.

From choosing the perfect gemstone and metal to personalizing the band and setting, each step adds to the story of your love. With the guidance of an experienced jeweler, your dream ring becomes a reality that will leave your partner in awe.

Embrace this adventure of designing and obtaining a custom engagement ring – a lasting testament to your commitment. Your unique ring will hold special meaning for generations, encapsulating the depth of your love and devotion.