engagement rings in calgary, designed around you
From marquise solitaires to sapphires, salt & pepper diamonds, and everything in between — custom built, one at a time.
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Most people start by browsing finished rings. The problem is you're choosing from what's available — not what actually fits your partner, your style, or your budget. At West of Fourth, you start with direction, and we build the ring around it.
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Popular styles we design
Whatever style caught your eye, we can design it from scratch — built around the exact stone, proportions, and details you want.
Marquise - An elongated point at each end — elegant and distinctive on the hand.
Oval - Softly rounded with a lengthening effect — one of the most popular choices.
Pear - A teardrop shape that balances a rounded base with a tapered point.
Elongated Cushion - A softened rectangular shape with rounded corners — the warmth of a cushion with a more modern silhouette.
Emerald Cut - Step-cut facets with a long, open table — architectural and understated.
Sapphire - Available in blue, teal, green, pink, and bi-colour — durable and striking.
Salt & Pepper Diamond - Organic, textured inclusions that make each stone completely one of a kind.
Montana Sapphire - Muted, natural palette — soft blues, smoky greens, and steel tones.
Coloured Gemstones - Spinel, tourmaline, morganite, aquamarine, and more.
Don't see your style? If you've seen it somewhere, we can likely design it.
A different way to approach engagement rings
Most people start by looking at finished rings in a jewellery store. The issue is that you're choosing from what's available — not what actually fits your partner, their lifestyle, or your budget.
At West of Fourth, you start with a direction. Maybe it's a shape you've saved, a stone you've been drawn to, or just a feeling you're after. From there, we design the ring around it — from scratch, one-on-one, in a private studio.
a private, design-led approach
Designing an engagement ring can feel overwhelming — especially when you're not sure exactly what you want yet. Our approach keeps it guided and pressure-free.
You work one-on-one with the designer throughout the entire process, in a calm private studio. No sales floor, no handoff, no pressure to decide on the day.
Calm & Private
One-on-one in a private studio, not a retail enviroment.Direct Access
The same designer guides you from first conversation to finished ring.Clear Pricing
A full quote before any design work begins. No surprises.Flexible Meetings
In-person in Calgary or virtual across Canada.
Recent Custom Engagement Ring Designs
A selection of recent custom engagement rings, each designed from scratch.
Have a style in mind?
A screenshot, a saved photo, or even just a shape name is enough to start. Book a free 15-minute intro call and we'll talk through what's possible — no commitment required.
how it works
1. Intro Call or Consultation — Tell us about the style you have in mind — even a photo or screenshot is a great starting point. This first conversation is free and there's no commitment.
2. Design & stone selection — We create hand-drawn sketches, 3D renderings, and wax models based on your direction. Stone options are sourced and presented before anything is made. You review, give feedback, and refine until it's right.
3. Crafting your ring — Once the design is approved, your ring is made to spec. Most projects complete within 6–10 weeks of design approval.
Want a deeper look at how the custom process works?
Frequently Asked Questions
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Custom doesn’t automatically mean more expensive.
Most projects are built around a set budget, with guidance on where to prioritize and where you don’t need to.Instead of paying for a pre-made design, more of that budget can go toward the stone, materials, and overall design.
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That’s completely normal. Most people start with a general idea, like a shape or style, and refine from there.
Even just looking at photos on Instagram or Pinterest is usually enough to get a sense of your taste, and we can build from that using stone options, references, and sketches.
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Most jewellery stores have you choose from existing designs, then set a stone into it.
This process starts from scratch instead, so the ring is built around the exact stone, proportions, and details you want, rather than adapting something pre-designed.
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Not really. The process is guided step by step, so you’re not making every decision on your own.
You might only do this once, but we do this every day. We start with a direction, then refine from there.
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Most rings take about 6–10 weeks from design approval to completion, depending on the design and stone sourcing.
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Custom rings at West of Fourth typically begin around $4,000, with most projects falling between $5,000 and $12,000. The final cost depends on your centre stone, metal type, and design — all of which are discussed transparently before any work begins.
Designed With Experience and intention
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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“She worked with him to create a bespoke piece that suited both his budget and my lifestyle... I love that my ring is one of a kind, designed just for me - and I get compliments on it constantly.”
“I came in with very little knowledge about jewellery design, but she walked me through every step with patience and clear explanations. The result was a piece even better than I ever imagined.”
Have a style in mind?
A photo, a shape, a rough idea — that's all you need to start. The first conversation is free, and there's no commitment to book.
In-person in Calgary • Virtual across Canada • By Appointment Only