There are many jewellery designers in the South East of England to choose from, but how do you find the jeweller that is right for you?
You have scoured the high street and looked online and have concluded that the jewellery you have seen is all too similar in design and is not quite what you have been looking for.
So, you have decided to get the exact piece of jewellery you are looking for by going for a A piece designed exclusively for you piece made exclusively for you, but how do you start?
What term should you search for on Google?
Through extensive research with my clients, I have found that each one struggled with identifying the terms they should be searching for online. Is it made to order jewellers, jewellery designers, or handmade jewellery? The list goes on and is endless.
Most end up asking friends for a recommendation or searching for Hatton Garden Jewellers if they live in London, the south of the country, or the Jewellery Quarter in Birmingham for the rest of the UK.
How do I find the right jeweller?
The task is to find the right one with whom you feel comfortable working. Then, you could return to a retail environment and look for a shop that offers a bespoke service, or consider an independent jewellery designer like me, who is studio- and workshop-based.
Today, most will display how many years they have been in the jewellery trade to try to draw you in. But I would advise that, in itself, is not enough; I would recommend delving deeper and discovering their expertise. Have they ever made jewellery at the workbench or only worked on mass-produced items? Many who have won jewellery establishments have never made jewellery.
Modern and traditional manufacturing techniques
Suppose they advertised that they work using 3D CAD software and printing. In that case, it does not guarantee that they can achieve what you want. Modern technology is fantastic; I have used it for over 12 years. However, with great authority, I can tell you that you only get the best if combined with traditional manufacturing techniques.
How many Jewellery designs should I get?
I always look to see what others offer to stay ahead of the field. Most jewellers who offer a bespoke service will take your ideas and create sketches or a 3D CAD design, and possibly a 3D print of it. Once you approve it and choose your stones, they will make it for you.
It is all about choices in every aspect of your jewellery piece.
I have always believed that although you might have a clear idea of the type of jewellery you wish to make, you can’t be 100% sure that it will work and be compatible with your lifestyle. To avoid these concerns, I expand upon my client’s original ideas and create a series of designs for them to see and amend on-screen. Then, they will be printed from the 3D printer for them to try on; this way, they will have complete confidence that the final design will be perfect.
Diamond Choices
So many companies expect you to become a diamond or gemstone expert by reading about it online and then choosing from a list. For some, this approach works, but I prefer to work the old-fashioned way, using my expertise to help clients select the perfect stone that fits within their budget by relying on their own eyes.
Choosing the Right Persoanl Jewellery Designer
With my guidance, I hope you can now select the right jewellery designer to collaborate with and create your perfect jewellery piece.
And, of course, if you would like a complimentary jewellery design discovery call with me, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, as it would be my pleasure to assist you. SCHEDULE A CALL
