west of fourth

Design sketches and sketches of rings, with three rings placed on the paper: a black ring with a rectangular stone, a diamond engagement ring, and a halo ring; a person's hand drawing details.

custom rings, designed with intention

West of Fourth creates custom fine jewellery for clients seeking something intentional, personal, and entirely their own. Each piece is designed one-on-one in our private Calgary studio, moving thoughfully from the first sketch through to the final details. Pairing GIA-trained expertise with a focus on thoughtful sourcing and lasting craftsmanship, we ensure every vision receives the undivided attention it deserves.

our designs

At West of Fourth, we design custom engagement rings, heirloom redesigns, and one-of-a-kind custom jewellery.

Every piece is designed collaboratively, from scratch, with thoughtful guidance through stones, settings, and design decisions in a calm, personal process.

Why work with west of fourth

about west of fourth

Jewellery should feel personal because it is personal. It’s worn close to the body, lived in daily, and becomes an extension of the person wearing it. At West of Fourth, each piece is created with this in mind, designed to reflect meaning, longevity, and individuality.

West of Fourth is led by Melissa Mitchell, a Calgary-based custom jewellery designer with over a decade of experience in bespoke design and gemstone sourcing. Melissa holds three diplomas from the Gemological Institute of America — Applied Jewellery Professional, Diamonds Graduate, and Coloured Stones Graduate — and is currently completing the final requirements toward Graduate Gemologist.

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our clients

My husband had my engagement ring designed by Melissa, and I am beyond thrilled with it. The whole process was thoughtful and personal. She worked with him to create a bespoke piece that suited both his budget and my lifestyle.
The craftsmanship is incredible, and every detail feels intentional and unique. I love that my ring is one of a kind, designed just for me, and made to be both beautiful and practical for everyday wear.
I get compliments on it constantly, and it’s so special knowing it was created with such care. If you’re looking for custom jewelry that is meaningful, well made, and tailored to you, I can’t recommend West Of Fourth enough!
— M.

Your dESIGN EXPERIENCE

A thoughtful, one-on-one approach to custom jewellery design.

You’ll work directly with the designer to explore ideas, stones, and proportions in a calm, collaborative setting, with clear guidance and space to make confident, informed decisions.

  • One-on-one consultations to explore ideas, stones, and proportions

  • Design development guided by hand-drawn sketches and expert insight

  • Crafted with care, clarity, and long-term wearability in mind