Commissioning a custom piece of jewelry doesn't mean arriving with a perfectly defined design.
In fact, many people contact us with only a general idea, an inspiring image, or a story they'd like to transform into a piece to wear for many years.
The more information we receive at the beginning of the process, the easier it will be to interpret that idea and guide you in designing a piece of jewelry that truly represents you.
What kind of piece would you like to make?
The first step is to define what you are looking for.
It could be wedding bands, an engagement ring, or any other type of jewelry specially designed for a person or a specific moment.
It's not necessary to know all the details from the start, but it helps to know what function the piece will have and how you imagine it will be used.
Materials and stones
In our studio, we currently work exclusively with 18K yellow gold and white gold for custom jewelry.
Some people are very clear about the material they want to use, while others prefer to be advised during the process.
If you want to incorporate stones, it's not essential to have made a definitive decision. Often, it's enough to know if you'd like to include a gemstone or if you prefer to explore different possibilities later.
Indicative budget
Discussing a budget can be uncomfortable, but it's often one of the most useful tools for guiding a project.
Knowing an approximate range allows us to propose solutions that match each person's expectations and to adapt certain aspects of the design, such as stone size, metal weight, or technical details.
It's not necessary to have an exact figure, just an approximate idea.
Important dates
If the piece is linked to a proposal, a wedding, an anniversary, or a gift, it's advisable to indicate when you would like to have it finished.
In our studio, custom jewelry usually requires several weeks of work, so knowing the desired date from the beginning helps us organize the calendar and assess whether it's feasible to take on the project.
References and inspiration
Images often communicate much better than words.
A long-saved photograph, an old piece, a texture, a shape found in nature, or even an image that helps explain what you can't describe in words can be very valuable during the process.
We seek to better understand what attracts you and what sensations you would like to find in your jewelry.
We are also interested in knowing the story behind the piece.
Sometimes, the most important information has nothing to do with the design.
It could be a shared story, a symbol, a special date, or simply an emotion you'd like to preserve in the form of an object.
Many of the most personal pieces of jewelry begin precisely with a few sentences written in a form.
Because designing a custom piece is not just about making a piece of jewelry, but about understanding what it will mean to the person who will wear it.
→ If you are interested in commissioning a piece of jewelry from us, you can fill out our custom jewelry form and we will reply as soon as possible :) 