Gently harbouring the feelings for a beloved family member
For the couple, their beloved cat is also a cherished member of their family.
They would like to embed those sentiments into the ring, but
many may be unsure what kinds of arrangements can be made.
In this article, we introduce engagements and wedding rings incorporating a motif of a beloved cat.
We will share several examples of commissions for engagement rings and wedding rings.
Engraving a portrait of their beloved cat
An arrangement that can be applied to the surface of the ring
Other ways to express the sentiment beyond an illustration
For those,
we offer a single tip to bring the two of them closer to a bespoke ring.
Engraving the sentiment with hand-drawn illustrations
Just as if writing a letter,
the feelings can be left as an engraving within their private space.
Illustrations do not need to be perfectly drawn.
As long as the couple's feelings are conveyed,
it becomes a chance to reminisce when they look back together.
◼︎Episode ①｜An illustration that honours the individuality of three cats
The couple valued each preference,
and chose different designs for their wedding rings.
The face of the cat living at their family home
was incorporated as a matching engraving.
The expressions drawn to suit their individuality carry a tenderness.
Of course, the couple's preferences, and even the presence of their family, are enveloped in a warm bond that the engraving evokes.
◼︎Episode ②｜Two become one, with overlapping engravings
The couple, who preferred a natural aesthetic,
engraved an illustration combining a cat and plants.
The silhouette of a playful cat,
and the gently embracing plant wreath, was drawn by a woman.
In a warm sunlit glow,
as if enjoying a leisurely bask in the sun,
the wedding ring carries a soothing, sun-warmed atmosphere.
◼︎Episode ③｜Intertwined footprints
A design that fulfilled the wish to have the couple's rings walk on each other, realised with an inner engraving.
Together with the concierge, they searched for reference photographs to arrive at footprints that suit them.
A new expression in endearing shapes
◼︎Episode ④｜Paw prints expressed with a gem-set
An arrangement expressing the adorable paw prints of the beloved cat by creating three shallow depressions around a pavé diamond.
At first, it was planned to place it on the inside of the ring, but because it is such a precious motif, it was incorporated on the surface.
The cherished cat has left a unique mark on the couple's rings.
◼︎Episode ⑤｜Embedding the sentiment in the unseen part
The couple who preferred a simple design chose an arrangement to embed their sentiments on the inside.
The couple chose 22 February (Cat Day) as their wedding date.
Inspiring two beloved cats, the February birthstone amethyst gently accompanies paw pads with a Nana-ko setting.
Because it is the unseen part, the finish allows a deeper sense of sentiment.
Expressing the colour of the beloved cat through gemstones
◼︎Episode ⑥｜Embedding sentiments into the engagement ring
For the engagement ring gifted to a cherished partner, the cat's birthstone has been incorporated.
The cat's birthstone for February, amethyst, gently accompanies a pink sapphire.
It seems to softly celebrate their new beginning.
◼︎Episode ⑦｜Infusing the colour of clear eyes into a wedding ring
The colour of the beloved cat's eyes is incorporated into the wedding ring design.
Clear, luminous eyes are expressed with the birthstone for March, aquamarine.
Another ring features the October birthstone, tourmaline, inspired by the cat.
Inside, a name engraving was added, creating a special mark unique to the two.
A bespoke wedding ring that carries the couple's story.
“From now on, let us stay together forever.”
An arrangement that honours their beloved cat is a testament of love from the two.
Not only illustrations and engravings, but also gemstones and textures, there are many ways to express.
The time spent tailoring this to a home cat becomes an irreplaceable memory.
Because these are wedding rings that accompany the couple's lives, why not express their enduring feelings through a bespoke order.
