Crafting Forever
When it comes to symbolising your love story, few things are as timeless or as personal as your engagement or wedding ring. While traditional designs remain beloved, more couples are turning to custom creations to capture their unique bond in a one-of-a-kind piece. Designing your own ring isn’t just about aesthetics; it offers a rare opportunity to turn your love into something beautifully tangible, and utterly your own. Melbourne Wedding & Bride’s Jessica Muller sits down with Simon Curwood, the founding director of Simon Curwood Jewellers, to explore the journey of designing and creating your own ring.
Image courtesy of Simon Curwood Jewellers.
Simon Curwood Jewellers have perfected the art of designing all types of jewellery. “Custom creating fine jewellery pieces for our clients is our specialty,” Curwood says. “Using the highest quality of materials, anything you can dream up we can craft for you – from dress rings, necklaces and pendants, to earrings, engagement and wedding rings and even more!” As the largest custom jeweller in Australia, and the official ring supplier for Married at First Sight, you can trust you are in capable hands with Simon Curwood Jewellers.
“We believe that as we are all unique individuals, each person’s taste in jewellery varies and that is why we offer a completely customisable experience for our clients,” Curwood says. “I believe a wedding or engagement ring tells the unique story of a couple’s love. A bridal piece of jewellery becomes a daily reminder of their shared journey, challenges they have overcome and their values. The most meaningful jewellery reflects not only beauty but holds a deeply personal significance.”
When Love And Design Collide
Simon Curwood Jewellers is dedicated to making the process of designing your own piece as simple and personal as possible. “Our first step involves clients meeting with us instore or via video chat which provides them with exclusive access to our specialist diamond buyers and one-on-one creative consultations with our design experts,” Curwood advises. The instore design experts have access to thousands of previously created 3D designs to help draw inspiration from if you are unsure where to start, and the team has extensive experience in assisting clients to identify ideas that will complement your relationship and result in making your ring unique and special. “We do not need too much to get started on your dream custom jewellery piece!” Curwood reassures. “All we need from you is the type of piece (i.e. engagement/wedding ring) you would like, and our design team can help you with the rest!”
The team begins by gaining an understanding of the couple’s individual style preferences and lifestyles. “We then look to see if there are cohesive elements such as metal preference or gemstone accents that can tie the rings together to create a unified yet unique reflection of their relationship.” Curwood explains. “Many of our clients love to personalise their pieces with hidden birthstones, engraving inside the band and even integrate their initials in the basket of the ring as a representation of the couple themselves.”
Choosing Your Sparkle
The next step is to choose your materials. “We believe the most important factors to consider when choosing materials like metal and gemstones for your special piece are lifestyle, personal style, durability and budget,” Curwood advises. “With access to the highest quality materials, you can customise any piece to include your desired metal and dream stones. We offer a variety of gemstone and diamond services to assist our clients in selecting the perfect choice for their amazing custom jewellery.”
A piece can be both stunning and durable. “We focus on timeless and unique styles that can withstand daily wear while not compromising on personality and sophistication,” Curwood says. “Some examples of how we balance aesthetics with functionality include selecting hard wearing materials like platinum, selecting designs with low profiles as well as ensuring securely placed stones.”
Simon Curwood Jewellers prides itself on ensuring that its gemstones and diamonds are ethically sourced. “The growing demand for sustainability has led us to create our range of Simon Curwood Eco Lab stones which provides clients with a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to diamonds using our carbon neutral manufacturing processes,” Curwood explains
Designs That Shine In 2025
So, what’s trending in custom design this year? “For engagement rings, the bezel setting is making a strong comeback due to its sleek, modern look and very practical benefits,” Curwood advises. “The setting provides for exceptional security and durability while also providing a minimalist aesthetic which is appealing to those who are wanting the elegance of a traditional solitaire setting but with a more unique twist.”
For wedding rings, Curwood has noticed a resurgence in popularity of plain, cigar style wedding bands to complement and add boldness to an engagement ring. “The appeal lies in the versatility, comfort and durability of the rings while also maintaining timeless appeal,” he notes. “It also adds to a personal touch as couples can have matching wedding bands to signify their connection and personal story.”
Words Of Advice
If you’re considering a custom-designed piece, keep in mind that there is an average production time of three to twelve weeks, depending on the complexity of the jewellery and the time of year. “For those couples looking to design their own rings together, I would advise to start by exploring styles, shapes and materials that speak the most to you,” Curwood says. “Carefully consider your lifestyle, personal aesthetics and the overall picture you would like the rings to show. Focus on elements that feel true to you now and will still feel meaningful and wearable in the decades to come.”
From a gift for that special occasion, redesigning a sentimental heirloom piece, to treating yourself – Simon Curwood Jewellers can create the perfect piece of jewellery for everyone. “Overall, the best advice I can offer is to have fun! Creating your own rings is such a unique and magical experience to have together!”