Our work
Our approach
We make it accessible, we price it honestly, and we explain everything — before you commit to anything.
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A clear idea and a realistic budget is all you need to start a conversation. Bespoke is a process, not a price point.
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Every stone and setting we recommend is chosen for you, not for our margin. We explain our reasoning so you can decide with confidence.
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Your design, your pricing, your sign-off — at every stage, before any cost is incurred. You stay in control throughout.
Why À Vie
We do not start with a catalogue and ask you to choose. We start with your brief — your stone, your budget, your occasion — and design from there. The result fits you, not one that nearly fits.
You work directly with us throughout. No account managers, no handoffs, no automated updates. Every decision is made with you, not around you.
Proportion, setting security, and metal choice are considered from the first design stage. A piece that performs in daily wear over decades is a different brief from one that photographs well once.
Verified Reviews
Loved by our customers
From the first consultation to the moment the ring arrived, every step felt personal and considered. The quality is extraordinary — the stone sits exactly as we discussed, and the finish is flawless. We could not be happier.
We came with a rough sketch and a budget, and left with a ring that surpassed everything we imagined. The process was clear at every stage — no surprises, no pressure, just good communication and a result we love.
The signet ring arrived ahead of schedule and the engraving is incredibly precise — the depth and crispness of the detail is exactly what I asked for. It feels substantial and well-made. Exactly what I wanted.
From the first consultation to the moment the ring arrived, every step felt personal and considered. The quality is extraordinary — the stone sits exactly as we discussed, and the finish is flawless. We could not be happier.
We came with a rough sketch and a budget, and left with a ring that surpassed everything we imagined. The process was clear at every stage — no surprises, no pressure, just good communication and a result we love.
The signet ring arrived ahead of schedule and the engraving is incredibly precise — the depth and crispness of the detail is exactly what I asked for. It feels substantial and well-made. Exactly what I wanted.
How it works
A clear, structured process from first conversation to final delivery.
Step 1
We discuss your idea, budget, timeline, and how the piece will be worn.
1–2 daysStep 2
We shortlist suitable GIA or IGI certified diamonds or selected coloured gemstones.
3–7 daysStep 3
Proportions, settings, and structural details are refined until you're happy.
5–10 daysStep 4
You confirm the final design and agreed pricing before anything is made. Nothing proceeds without your sign-off.
Your callStep 5
Your piece is crafted to specification with secure settings and careful finishing for long-term durability.
2–3 weeksStep 6
We check alignment, finish, and stone security before your piece is ready to wear.
2–3 daysPricing & Accessibility
Bespoke does not have to mean inaccessible. Understanding what drives the cost of a piece helps you make decisions that suit your budget — and get the result you want.
The stone is the single largest variable in any commission. Carat weight, cut quality, colour grade, and rarity all move the cost significantly — and the same setting can look entirely different depending on what sits inside it.
Metal type and total weight both contribute. Platinum costs more than gold by weight and requires more labour to work. A rivière necklace uses far more metal than a solitaire pendant on a fine chain.
Setting complexity, hand work, and any engraving determine the labour cost. A flush-set disc pendant and an elaborate cluster require very different amounts of bench time — and that difference is reflected honestly in the price.
Essential
From £800
A single stone solitaire pendant on a fine chain. One stone, one setting, clean and direct. The most accessible bespoke commission we offer — and often the most enduring.
Considered
£1,500 – £4,000
Halo or cluster settings, coloured stones, engraving, or a bespoke chain. More design input, a more individual result. The most commonly commissioned range.
Statement
£4,000 and above
Rivière necklaces, significant centre stones, elaborate pavé settings, or a fully bespoke commission with matched stone selection. The highest level of craft and material.
Tell us your budget. We will tell you what is possible.
Start the conversationFinished commissions
A selection of recent bespoke pieces.
Standards & Provenance
Every diamond we supply is independently graded and responsibly sourced.
Diamonds independently graded by IGI for cut, colour, clarity, and carat.
Diamonds graded by GIA, widely recognised as the global standard for diamond certification.
Diamonds sourced in compliance with the Kimberley Process to prevent conflict diamonds entering the supply chain.
