Personalised wedding rings

A visit to master goldsmith Kristina Johansson at KJ Design

It’s like opening the door to an interior design studio – but with jewellery and gemstones in various styles and shapes instead of furniture and other items. Quite simply, it has a bit of a ‘Thousand and One Nights’ feel to it. Here, she creates wedding rings together with the bride and groom. It’s usually a lively and exciting occasion with lots of questions.

“I ask about shape, colour and which stones they’d prefer. I want as much information as possible so I can tailor the design to you as a person,” explains Kristina.

What’s your best piece of advice?

– To dare to challenge yourself. By that I mean choosing something more unique that stands out from the crowd. This applies to both men and women. If you’re visiting a goldsmith – take the opportunity to be a bit more adventurous. You’ll never get tired of a ring with a unique design.

– It’s also a good idea to set a budget; that makes it easier for your jeweller to work out which design or designs they can recommend to stay within your price range.

Can you spot any trends?

– At the moment, solitaire rings in various slim or chunky designs are still very popular. All my customers get exactly what they want, of course, but I often advise them against following trends as it’s easy to grow tired of them.

What should I bear in mind regarding synthetic diamonds?

– It’s your choice, of course, but a synthetic diamond has no resale value and most insurance companies won’t insure it.

Tell me – what happens after we’ve brainstormed ideas and decided on a ring?

– I usually take a deposit towards the cost of the gold and stones. When the work is nearly finished, we meet to finalise the size and other details. If the ring is worth up to 100,000 kronor, I’ll provide insurance cover for six months free of charge. I’ll polish and inspect the ring free of charge after one to two years’ wear.

What’s your top tip when it comes to other wedding jewellery?

– A gold necklace with a pendant that matches the wedding ring in colour and shape is incredibly beautiful.

More about KJ Design:

Website: kjdesign.nu

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