A gentleman visited our Ginza atelier alone, expressing his heartfelt desire to create an engagement ring for a surprise proposal to his partner, with whom he had shared a decade-long relationship.
Though initially a bit nervous, after thoughtful consultations, he arrived at the perfect engagement ring to convey the depth of his ten years of affection. Let me share this special story with you.
A Design that Reflects Individuality
Before showing the actual designs, I first asked the gentleman about the image of the ring he wished to gift and his partner's preferences.
He described the colours of jewellery his partner often wears, her favourite styles, and her overall fashion sense. During our conversation, he shared: "She loves flowers, so I thought I’d visit ith, as they offer a variety of flower-motif designs." This is how he discovered ith and chose to visit us.
He also wished to include his own personal touch in the ring, opting for something that was “not too traditional but with a hint of unique design.”
The perfect match for his vision was the “Gloriosa” engagement ring, inspired by the Gloriosa lily. With its flower motif, it suited both his partner’s love for flowers and his desire for a distinctive design.
While he was initially drawn to the delicate milgrain design, he ultimately chose this ring for its organic curves and gentle, flower-like form that cradles the diamond.
Infusing the Ring with Their Unique Meaning
"Gloriosa" flower is associated with the meaning, “burning passion.”
Although the gentleman appeared cool and composed, his heartfelt affection for his partner became evident as we spoke. This made the flower’s meaning seem like the perfect fit.
Additionally, the couple’s matching pair rings feature an S-shape curve, creating a lovely connection between their rings.
For the metal, we selected yellow gold, complementing the jewellery his partner usually wears. The combination of the diamond’s brilliant white sparkle and the glow of gold resulted in a stunning ring.
A Diamond Chosen with Care
With the design finalised, the next step was selecting the diamond for the centrepiece.
As we compared various diamonds, the gentleman shared a meaningful sentiment: "Since it’s a solitaire design, I want to choose a diamond with exceptional brilliance."
This focus on brilliance led him to select a diamond accompanied by a Sarine Diamond Report.
Provided by Sarine Technologies, headquartered in Israel, this report evaluates not only the traditional 4Cs—Colour, Clarity, Cut, and Carat—but also the “quality of brilliance,” which it visualises and assesses.
He selected a diamond certified as ULTIMATE★★★ (Ultimate Three-Star), signifying the highest brilliance.
Diamonds are formed over approximately two billion years deep within the Earth, emerging as raw stones after countless millennia. Through intricate processes, they are transformed into dazzling gemstones.
Sarine Profile Report offers insights into the diamond’s journey, from the location of its origin to the meticulous steps taken to refine it into a gem of unparalleled brilliance.
Additionally, the carat weight was chosen with care, inspired by his partner’s birthday on the 27th. A "0.27-carat diamond" was selected, embodying a special connection to her.
An engagement ring thoughtfully crafted while cherishing your partner.
A truly special engagement ring, featuring a design and diamond perfectly suited to convey ten years of heartfelt affection!
Delivering the Ring That Connects Hearts
Crafting a ring for a surprise proposal often means the concierge cannot meet the recipient.
However, by a twist of fate, I had the chance to meet the gentleman’s partner and personally present the completed ring to her.
I carefully conveyed the thoughtfulness and affection behind the gentleman’s choices.
She gazed at the ring and said, “It’s so beautiful!” Her face lit up with a mix of joy and shyness, a moment that warmed my heart.
Just as the diamond travelled a long journey, this couple shared a decade of memories, and their story continues to unfold.
This special ring, embodying ten years of love and a promise for the future, will forever shine as a symbol of their bond.
Concierge: Maedo
