Home / Engagement RingsCustom Ring Design ProcessTHE CUSTOM RING DESIGN PROCESSTHE CUSTOM DESIGN PROCESSHOW WE WORK WITH YOURead our step-by-step process from initial inquiry to finished ring. From center stone to setting, we will guide you every step of the way.Understand the Lauren B process from your initial inquiry to final product. Our dedicated team is available to guide you every step of the way. READ OUR CUSTOM DESIGN BOOKLETONE ON ONE CONSULTATIONTell us your personal preferences and one of our dedicated design consultants will tailor your appointment to your unique aesthetic.Submit your details on design preferences, center-stone specifications, time-frame, and target price range for our team to review. GET A QUOTE NOWSTEP ONE: RING DESIGNTHE FOUNDATIONWe can make any setting design shown on our website, social media, or outside inspiration for any size, quality, or shape center-stone.HANDMADEOur Skilled jewelers handcraft each ring allowing for more precision and durabilityOur Skilled Craftsmen hand forge each ring allowing for more precision and durability FIND YOUR INSPIRATION STEP TWO: CENTER-STONE SELECTIONCURATED DIAMOND SELECTION:We personally inspect and handpick center-stone options tailored to your exact requests; maximizing beauty and value while staying within budget. VIEW DIAMOND INVENTORYNATURAL DIAMOND ALTERNATIVES:We specialize in Lab Diamond and Color Gemstones, both of which offer dazzling, yet affordable options to natural diamonds.We specialize in Lab Grown Diamonds, Moissanite and Color Gemstones, all of which offer dazzling, yet affordable options to diamond. VIRTUAL DIAMOND & GEM INVENTORY SUBMIT A DIAMOND REQUEST STEP THREE: PRODUCTION & DELIVERYDEPOSIT & CREATION:We require 50% of payment to secure your center-stone, and to start making your ringMADE IN NEW YORK:Each ring is custom made by hand to the exact dimensions of the center-stone for a seamless, elegant fit.COMPLETIONApprove the finished piece and pick up in store, or use our insured worldwide* shipping.OUR GUARANTEE:Appraisal, warranty, and grading report provided on all purchases. LEARN MORE WORK ONE-ON-ONE WITH A LAUREN B DESIGN CONSULTANTEXPLORE OUR SHOWROOMSHOP IN PERSONNEW YORK CITY STORE:Browse a collection of over 300 showcase rings and a vast inventory of loose stonesMEET WITH A DESIGN CONSULTANT:Our team is available to guide you towards your ideal ringDESIGN FILE:We will record all your preferences and can access it whenever you are ready to move forwardFINAL PRODUCT:Pick up in store or have it shipped via insured mail SCHEDULE IN-STORE APPOINTMENT WORK WITH US REMOTELYWEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA:Use our vast collection of ring designs online for inspiration of your custom pieceWORK WITH A DESIGN CONSULTANT:Communicate with us via email or phoneHD VIDEOS:Receive a curated selection of center-stone options in a side by side high quality videoFINAL PRODUCT:Pick up in store or have it shipped via insured mail CONTACT US SCHEDULE VIRTUAL APPOINTMENT Handmade Engagement Rings: Custom Made For You Handmade Engagement Rings: Custom Made For You Skilled craftsmen carefully arrange metals and set each stone individually for a final product that is delicate, yet durable, and stands out from the rest. We carry an extensive collection of complete engagement rings with center-stones, or we can custom create any ring design to match your exact specifications. We will also work with you on selecting a certified center diamond from our carefully curated inventory. Each engagement ring is tailored exactly to the size and shape of the center stone for a seamless, elegant look. LEARN MOREHow We Work With YouWhen you choose Lauren B for a custom ring design, we want you to be delighted with a piece of jewelry that is as unique as you are. Our dedicated team will help you through every step of the process, including the initial one-on-one consultation where we refine your choices for the center stone, setting design, timeframe, and budget to the delivery of your custom ring.Ring DesignThe setting serves as the foundation for your custom engagement ring design. At Lauren B, our team of design consultants and expert jewelers excels in crafting the perfect setting tailored precisely to your preferences. Regardless of the size or type of center stone you choose, our expertise lies in transforming your vision into reality through a custom setting made just for you. Choose from one of our existing designs on our website, or show us inspiration from other sources, such as magazines or social media, that highlight different styles so that we can create your dream ring.Center-Stone Selection Choose from our selection of natural and lab-created diamonds, as well as Moissanite and colored gemstones, to match your exact specifications. We’ll hand-select stones from our extensive inventory based on your preferences and budget that you can view in-store or online via high-definition video.Production & Delivery Once we finalize the design and you select the center stone, a 50% deposit is required to secure the stone and begin work. Our jewelers hand-make every ring in New York City to the exact stone dimensions, guaranteeing a perfect fit. When your custom ring is complete, we can arrange for pickup in our Manhattan showroom or ship it to your door via one of our secure, insured shipping partners. Every custom engagement ring arrives with an appraisal, warranty, and grading report.Work One-On-One With a Lauren B Design Consultant Design a one-of-kind custom engagement ring with help from a Lauren B design consultant. Make an appointment to visit our New York City showroom to shop in person and explore our showcases of more than 300 rings and inventory of loose stones. Your dedicated design consultant will record your preferences, create a file you can return to when you’re ready, and arrange for you to pick up the finished ring in person or have it shipped directly to you. Can’t make it to New York City? Shop remotely by communicating with your consultant via phone or email. Search the website or our social media for ring design inspiration, and evaluate center stone options via HD videos online. We’ll ship your ring once it’s complete.