Thinking of getting engaged and starting the next major chapter of your life? It’s no surprise if diamond engagement rings are one of the first things you considered looking into. Being a beautiful investment of love that you would want your partner to show off, you have an important choice to make: custom or ready-made?
At Forever Diamond, we’ve been helping customers find and create the perfect ring that would become a symbol of their love and commitment. As such, we have plenty of experience dealing with both custom and ready-made diamond rings. In this post, we’ll break down the pros and cons of both types of rings and also point out some factors you ought to consider when choosing between the two options.
Pros and Cons of Custom Diamond Rings
If you’re looking for a symbol that reflects your partner’s personality and style, as well as capturing the uniqueness of your relationship, then a custom diamond engagement ring is the way to go. The possibilities are endless, and you can let your creativity run truly wild. Some of the main advantages of having custom diamond rings include:
- Having a Unique & Personalised Design—When it comes to your custom ring, it is truly yours, and no one else in the world will have it.
- Customizability—With the help of a jeweller, you are creating something from the ground up. This gives you more control over factors such as design, fit & comfort, materials, and price.
- Sentimentality—A ring you design from scratch will hold a deep sentimental value compared to something already available in the store. Down the line, it can even be repurposed as a family heirloom.
However, making a custom diamond ring is not without its challenges. Some of the cons you will encounter include:
- Long Production Times—Since jewellers will not have the benefit of previous designs, getting to the final product will take some time, typically around 4–8 weeks. Therefore, making a custom ring is not ideal for last-minute proposals.
- No Exchanges or Returns—Since these rings are specially made for you, most jewellers will not be willing to accept or exchange them.
- Requires a skilled jeweller—Not all jewellers specialise in custom jewellery making, and a poorly crafted ring can certainly dampen moods on arguably one of the most special days of your life.
Pros and Cons of Ready-Made Diamond Rings
If you’re looking for a practical, convenient, and easily accessible option, or if you’re out of time to get a custom diamond ring made, you can’t go wrong with the many ready-made designs available in the market. While it may not be one of a kind, it will still be more than enough to make your proposal memorable. Some of the major pros of opting for a ready-made ring include:
- Instant Availability—Just walk into the jewellery store and choose a ring from the options at hand. Perfect for any last-minute proposals.
- Try It Before You Buy It—You get to see, feel, and try on multiple designs before settling on the one you like, an option you do not have with custom rings.
- Certifications—The rings will come with diamonds that are certified by reputable grading organisations such as the GIA or AGS.
- Exchange & Return—If you’re having second thoughts about the ring you just bought, you can easily exchange or return it for another.
At the same time, there are a few cons associated with rings that cannot be ignored. These include:
- Lack of Uniqueness—Since you can’t customise your ring, it will just be one of many.
- Limited Selection—Your choice will be limited to what the store has on hand, forcing you to make compromises.
- Need for Resizing—Even if you find the right design, it might not be the right size, requiring you to wait a few days.
Conclusion
Your priorities and personal taste will ultimately determine what your custom ring will look like. If you’re looking for someone to design a ring for you, then look no further than Forever Diamond. We’ve been designing custom diamond engagement rings for many years, and our store also has one of the best selections of ready-made diamond rings anywhere in New York. Get in touch with us online or visit our store and see how we can bring your dream diamond ring to life.
