Choosing the Perfect Engagement Ring

Finding the perfect engagement ring for your partner is one of the most meaningful purchases one can make. This is a piece that symbolises the love, devotion, and future you are promising to build with your special someone. With so much sentiment attached, it can feel overwhelming to choose the perfect engagement ring.

But, rest assured that you don’t have to guess with Augustine Jewels. Handcrafted in London using an exceptional array of exquisite gemstones, our engagement rings are designed with intention and expertise. Don’t know how to get started? Our team in Notting Hill is here to guide you! 

Here’s how to choose a ring both your and your partner will love. 

Ready-to-Wear vs. Bespoke– What’s Right for You? 

Ready-to-Wear Rings 

Our ready-to-wear engagement rings are designed by our gemstone experts here in London where we source only the best gemstones for every piece we design. Augustine Jewels carries a wide range of collections with rings that are immediately available. Our listed rings on our website are perfect if you’ve already discovered the perfect design, or if you'd like a piece readily available and exquisite without compromise.

Each ring reflects Augustine Jewel’s meticulous design and care when it comes to precious gemstones, allowing you to select the perfect ring with confidence. 

White Gold Lab Grown Diamond Ring

Bespoke Engagement Rings

If our collection of traditional rings doesn’t quite encapsulate that “perfect” ring for your perfect partner, and you’d like a ring more tailored to your significant other, Augustine Jewels offers custom bespoke ring designs. Designing a ring from scratch is a process that allows you to choose every detail with extra care and intention. You can make your piece extraordinarily more personalised with our bespoke rings! 

For an engagement ring deeply personal, we offer complimentary consultations with Augustine Jewels’ founder, Alexandra, where you can work with guidance from a professional gemstone expert and designer. During this bespoke experience, you will explore gemstone options, discuss custom designs, and collaborate to create a ring that feels unique to your relationship.

Bespoke Diamond and Purple Amethyst Ring with Channel Set Diamonds and Amethysts

The Bespoke Creation Process typically includes: 

• An complimentary consultation to understand your vision of your perfect engagement ring 
• A hand-drawing of your vision to bring to life in CAD
• Selecting your gemstone 
• Reviewing sketches and design concepts every step of the way 
• Final approval before crafting begins
• Handcrafting in London by expert artisans 
• The final unveiling of your one-of-a-kind engagement ring 

At Augustine Jewels, we pride ourselves on intricate and beautiful bespoke jewellery designs. We work with some of the most highly regarded diamond and coloured stone suppliers in the London, New York, and global gemstone markets. Our bespoke jewellery service will offer the exact size and quality of stone you desire, including you in each step of the selection process. All diamonds and coloured stones over a carat in size will be provided with a GIA certificate.

All of our jewellery is handmade in the London Jewellery Quarter by the finest manufacturers and craftsmen. All platinum and gold is hallmarked with Augustine Jewels' own hallmark, as a guarantee of our exacting standard.

Whether you choose ready-to-wear or bespoke engagement rings, there are a few things to consider before picking the perfect ring for your partner. 

Key Things to Consider

Style 

Is your loved one’s jewellery collection dainty? Or is it bold? Is it vintage-inspired or more modern and minimal? Looking at what your partner wears daily is an indication of what kind of pieces they adore. An engagement ring should complement their existing pieces and their personal style. 

Metal Preference

Many of our rings are available in white gold or yellow gold. If your partner strictly wears yellow gold, it may not be the best choice to get them a white gold engagement ring.  Choosing the right metal is crucial in your engagement ring choice. Paying attention to subtle details in your partner shows care, something that makes your ring truly meaningful. 

Our 18ct Diamond Engagement Ring is available in two colors– white gold and yellow gold. Our ready-to-wear collection and bespoke collection will accommodate any metal preference! 

18ct White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring | 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring

And, Most Importantly, Gemstone Choice

Diamonds are a timeless symbol of eternal love and unbreakable strength. Augustine Jewels has a beautiful assortment of diamond rings that are ready-to-wear and available for custom bespoke designs. 

While diamonds are the traditional and preferred choice by many when it comes to engagement rings, other precious stones are rising in popularity: 

1. Morganite: the “stone of divine love,” known for its healing and protection properties and encouraging unconditional love. 
2. Aquamarine: an ocean-blue gem that symbolizes calm, peaceful energy and harmony. Wearing aquamarine has been believed to reduce stress and protect its wearer from negativity. 
3. Garnet: this deep red gem represents passion, loyalty, and courage. This stone induces energy and stability while bringing good luck in love and relationships to its wearer.
4. Emerald: the vibrant green gemstone represents a love that is enduring and life-giving. Believed to provide good health, prosperity, and a blissful marital life.
5. Sapphire: this brilliant blue stone is believed to alleviate anxiety and mental tension, promoting inner peace and clarity

Beyond symbolism and traditional beliefs, it is important to consider your partner’s personal preferences and their interpretation of beauty, meaning, and practicality. 

Surprise or Shop Together? 

While some couples prefer to share the selection process of an engagement ring, others prefer the timeless romance of a surprise. While there is no “right” way of choosing an engagement ring, what matters most is the intention. Designing a bespoke ring or choosing a ready-to-wear ring together will ensure your partner will love their ring. However, surprises require some subtle research. 

How to Subtly Learn Their Preferences 

If you plan to surprise your partner with the perfect ring, some subtle research can make all the difference.

• Ask their opinion on a friend’s engagement ring or one of their favourite celebrity’s engagement rings 
• Take a look at their Pinterest boards or saved posts on Instagram together 
• Ask a close friend– one that can keep a secret! 

Taylor Swift's Engagement Ring

Finding Their Ring Size (Without Ruining the Surprise)

• Borrow a ring they wear on the correct finger
• Ask a friend or family member 

Don’t worry, Augustine Jewels offers resizing! 

Bespoke Citrine Cluster Engagement Ring with Diamonds and different colours of Citrine

This engagement ring is not just jewellery. It’s a promise and a story you’ll tell forever. With Augustine Jewels, you can explore our vast collection of exquisite, handcrafted rings that will perfectly represent the beauty of everlasting love. Or, book a complimentary bespoke consultation that will fully encapsulate your vision for the perfect engagement ring.

Shop online at www.augustinejewels.com, or come visit us at our flagship store at 75 Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, London. For bespoke engagement ring enquiries, you can contact Augustine Jewels’ CEO and Designer at alexandra@augustinejewels.com to discuss bespoke ring concepts.