custom engagement rings in calgary

Designed one-on-one with a GIA-trained jewellery designer.

A private, transparent process from concept to finished ring.

In-person in Calgary • Virtual across Canada • By Appointment Only

a calm alternative to traditional jewellery stores

Designing an engagement ring shouldn’t feel overwhelming. At West of Fourth, you work directly with the designer in a calm, private setting — without sales floor pressure.

  • Calm & Private
    A guided, one-on-one process — no sales floor.

  • Direct Access
    Work directly with your designer from first sketch to final polish.

  • Clear Pricing
    Transparent pricing before any design work begins.

  • Flexible Meetings
    In-person in Calgary or virtual across Canada.

Notebook with sketches and notes, a black pen, and four small cameras on top of the notebook.

how it works

Section titled "Consultation" with a description about meeting one-on-one to discuss project ideas, timeline, budget, and overall direction in a relaxed, appointment-only setting.
Section titled "Stone & Design Direction" with text about reviewing stone options, proportions, and overall design through hand-drawn sketches.
Section titled 'Quote & Approval' with paragraph about design direction, stone selection, project quote, deposit, and rendering phase.
Section titled '4. Renderings & Refinement' discussing CAD renderings, adjustments for proportions and details, and the option of wax models.
Section titled "Crafting & Delivery" explaining that a piece is handcrafted by trusted goldsmiths using quality materials, finished, sized, and ready for pickup or delivery.

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stone options & sourcing

Stone selection is a meaningful part of the custom process — and one of West of Fourth’s core specialties. Rather than limiting clients to a small in-store selection, stones are sourced intentionally based on design, setting, and personal preference, with clear guidance throughout.

Clients are supported through the differences between stones with clarity and education, so every choice feels informed and confident.

Diamonds
Natural and lab-grown diamonds in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and qualities. Unique cuts are available, including antique cuts as well as distinctive modern cuts such as movals and step-cut marquise.

Coloured Gemstones
Sapphires (including Montana sapphires), spinel, emerald, and other fine coloured gemstones selected for colour, character, and individuality.

Alternative Stones
Salt-and-pepper diamonds, black diamonds, and other non-traditional options for clients seeking something distinctive.

Existing or Heirloom Stones
Assessment and thoughtful reuse of stones you already own, incorporated into a new design.

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 Graduate Diamonds, Coloured Stones, and Applied Jewellery Professional (AJP) diplomas from the Gemological Institute of America.

Each project is guided personally from consultation through completion, ensuring a consistent, thoughtful experience from start to finish.

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Complimentary consultations available in Calgary or virtually across Canada.