What an opportunity to design your own diamond ring for a special occasion! There are a great deal of jewelers who offer custom designed rings for special occasions such as engagements, weddings and anniversaries. Online you can custom-design and build this special piece of jewelry straight from the comfort of your own home. You’ll be taken by the hand and shown step-by-step what is necessary to create the ring of your dreams from choosing the diamond shape and cut to picking a setting and band.

The first thing you must do to design your own diamond ring for a special occasion is to pick a jeweler online that you can trust. Only work with a jeweler who has a reputation for delivering high quality jewelry and who provides has excellent customer service. Look for online tools that will guide you in picking the best design for your budget and for your personal lifestyle. Browse online jewelry store websites to get a good feel for what you want and pay close attention to carat weight, color and clarity when making your decision.

Most online design tools ask you to begin by determining the shape of the diamond you want. At this point you’ll need to determine if you prefer a more traditional setting such as round brilliant or emerald cut, or if you’d prefer something more exotic like the unusual and unique diamond cushion cut. This shape is relatively rare and as a solitaire it will make a bold statement.