custom engagement rings
Designed in Calgary through a clear, collaborative process that shapes every detail with intention.
Most clients begin without a design or stone selected. We guide you through the design process step by step to create a piece that feels personal and meaningful.
Consultations are complimentary and by appointment.
A Calgary studio focused on clarity and refined craftsmanship
Custom engagement rings at West of Fourth are shaped with balance, longevity, and a clear sense of presence. Each project begins with an understanding of how the ring will be worn and what it represents.
Based in Calgary and working with clients across Canada, West of Fourth brings guided expertise supported by advanced GIA training and extensive experience with both traditional diamonds and refined alternatives. This creates a process that supports confident decision making and results in balanced, enduring design.
Materials, daily wear, and refined design direction
A custom engagement ring begins with an understanding of materials, lifestyle, and the design qualities that support both aesthetic and long-term wear. West of Fourth provides clear guidance on diamond selection, metal choice, and the structural details that keep each design balanced and durable, and personal to the way it will be worn..
Materials
14K gold, 18K gold, and Platinum each offer different visual and structural qualities. Recommendations are based on colour preference, durability goals, and the overall direction of the ring.
Daily Wear
Your ring is designed for the way you plan to wear it. Factors such as aesthetic, style, work environment, lifestyle, and pairing with future bands inform decisions on structure and proportion, ensuring the piece feels considered and comfortable.
Design Direction
Shape, silhouette, and overall presence are refined to feel intentional and balanced. This includes the relationship between the stones and the band, the visual weight of the setting, and the way the design sits on the hand, creating a piece that feels naturally suited to you.
Diamond Quality
Guidance is provided on the aspects of diamond quality that matter most. Cut is prioritized for beauty and light performance, followed by clarity and colour considerations that support your preferred aesthetic.
Budget and Price Comfort
Selections are curated within your preferred budget, with clear direction on how different shapes, sizes, and qualities influence overall cost, allowing you to make confident decisions.
Supportive Structural Details
Elements such as profile height, prong style, and setting architecture are considered with purpose. These details are refined to enhance comfort, protect the stone, and create a design that aligns with daily wear and feels meaningful in its structure.
Diamonds chosen for proportion, clarity, and refined visual performance
Diamond selection is guided by clarity of information and an understanding of what contributes to beauty, proportion, and daily wear. West of Fourth sources both natural and lab-grown diamonds for Calgary clients, with recommendations shaped by cut quality, structural suitability, and your preferred aesthetic.
Cut
Cut is prioritized for its influence on light performance and overall visual presence. Well-cut diamonds provide balanced brightness, contrast, and symmetry, shaping how the ring appears and feels on the hand. Guidance is also provided on antique cut styles such as Old Mine and Old European cuts, for clients seeking softer light return, historical character, and a more romantic visual presence.
Clarity
Clarity is reviewed with attention to visibility and structural impact. Recommendations focus on what will be seen with the unaided eye and what supports long-term durability without unnecessary cost.
Colour
Colour is selected based on your preferred aesthetic. Some clients prefer a cool, bright appearance, while others choose softer warmth. Guidance is provided on how different colour grades behave in various metals and lighting conditions.
Proportion and Size
Stone size is considered alongside finger shape, band width, and design goals. This ensures the diamond feels balanced within the overall structure and presence of the ring.
Natural and Lab-Grown Options
Both natural and lab-grown diamonds are available, with clear information on characteristics, visual performance, and how each option aligns with your direction and price comfort.
Calgary Sourcing
Stones are sourced through trusted partners with consistent quality standards, providing Calgary clients with refined selections and a clear understanding of each option.
A clear process that supports confident decision making
Consultation
Your consultation defines direction, preferred shapes, metal choices, and visual references. Calgary clients may meet in person, and online consultations are available.
Stone Selection
Diamonds or gemstones are sourced based on your design goals and price comfort. Each option is reviewed for cut quality, structural suitability, and overall visual presence.
Quote
A clear quote is provided once the materials are confirmed. This outlines metal choice, design structure, and production expectations.
Design Development
Sketches or CAD renderings refine proportion, silhouette, and structural detail. Adjustments are made with intention before production begins.
Crafting
Your ring is crafted with precision using processes that support durability and long-term wear.
Completion
The finished piece is presented with clear care recommendations tailored to the stone, metal, and overall structure. Calgary clients may pick up their piece in studio, and insured shipping is available for clients across Canada.
A refined approach shaped by clarity and technical expertise
Custom engagement rings at West of Fourth are guided by a design process that prioritizes proportion, structural integrity, and long-term wear. Each decision is supported by advanced GIA training and extensive experience with both diamonds and refined alternatives.
Clients across Calgary choose West of Fourth for a process that is detailed yet calm, with a focus on balanced craftsmanship and clear communication. The studio’s approach ensures that every ring feels intentional, comfortable, and aligned with your everyday life.
Thoughtful design direction
Proportion, silhouette, and overall presence are refined with purpose, creating a ring that is visually balanced and structurally sound.
Clarity in every step
From stone selection to final polishing, each stage is communicated clearly so you understand how the design takes shape.
Material and stone guidance
Recommendations are based on suitability, style, and long-term performance. This includes cut quality, metal selection, and design structure.
Refined craftsmanship
Your ring is crafted with precision, creating a final piece that feels intentional, comfortable, and meaningful.
Begin your custom engagement ring
If you are considering a custom engagement ring, West of Fourth provides clear guidance on design direction, materials, and stone selection before production begins. Each project is approached with intention and shaped through a process built for balanced design, daily wear, and long-term durability.