They say the only constant is change. You change your hair, change your clothes, and even change your mind. So why not change your old custom jewellery? You are a dynamic, ever-evolving person, and there’s no reason that your custom jewellery can’t follow suit. By keeping a few key points in mind, you can strike the right note and modify or upgrade your old jewellery without missing a beat.
Know what you want
When you or your loved one first selected that gorgeous ring or necklace, you did so for a reason. Maybe it was the most beautiful piece in the display case, or perhaps it just spoke to you in a way you can’t quite express. Either way, it was the perfect fit with your tastes at the time, but times change, and so do styles and preferences.
If the time has come to upgrade their custom jewellery, couples need to first take stock of what they have, then look online and in stores for some ideas on where to go from here. A custom jeweller is an excellent resource when it comes to offering suggestions, but the more information you can give them on what you envision for the shape and type of stone, the size and the setting, the easier it will be to find the piece that’s just right for you. It may take some time, but given the importance that we often place on custom jewellery, shoppers will find it is time well spent.
Know your starting point
In light of the emotional attachment that we often feel towards custom jewellery, buyers could be forgiven for throwing budgetary caution to the wind and proclaiming that “the sky’s the limit”. But in reality, the limit that really matters is the one on your credit card statement.
So approach your jewellery modification the same way you do your house purchase. Prepare your wish list, identify the “must haves” and the “nice to haves”, and find a dollar amount that you’re comfortable with. Then be sure to communicate that number clearly to the expert who’s assisting you with your custom jewellery. Many cities are home to some brilliant designers, but the best ones will focus on creating a show stopping design at a price that won’t stop your heart.
