Every bespoke engagement ring has its own story — from first spark of inspiration to the moment it slips onto its destined finger. At Lewis Malka London, your journey is personal, hands-on and guided by over 30 years of craftsmanship in the heart of Hatton Garden..
Lewis Malka London crafts bespoke engagement rings through a personalized, multi-stage process, leveraging over 30 years of craftsmanship in Hatton Garden. The journey involves an initial consultation for design and stone selection, where clients explore options and translate their vision. Each ring is then personally crafted by Lewis Malka in their Hatton Garden workshop, with an estimated turnaround of 2-3 weeks depending on complexity. This hands-on approach ensures every piece is uniquely brought to life from inspiration to completion.
What happens during the discovery and inspiration phase of your ring journey?
In our private consultation, you’re invited into our world of diamonds and design. We’ll explore your story, preferences and aspirations. You’ll handle a curated selection of loose stones under a 10× magnification loupe — seeing inclusions, colour and fire firsthand. Together we’ll translate your vision into a design that’s unmistakably yours.
How do we select the right materials for your ring with purpose?
Here, every choice matters. Whether you opt for platinum for its enduring brilliance, or 18-carat gold for a warmer tone, the material becomes part of your ring’s character. We’ll guide you through the options so the metal matches your lifestyle and aesthetic as perfectly as the diamond at its core.
Crafting the ring
Once the design is approved and the stone selected, your ring is crafted in our Hatton Garden workshop. Each piece is made by me, with care and precision — the bench work, the setting, the shaping. With an estimated turnaround of 2–3 weeks (depending on complexity), we turn concept into creation
Setting the diamond
Setting the diamond isn’t simply placing a stone — it’s a moment of precision. The stone is measured, centred and height-adjusted so that it sits perfectly and securely. This is where bespoke design shines: the ring is made for the stone — not the other way around.
Polishing & finishing
Setting the diamond isn’t simply placing a stone — it’s a moment of precision. The stone is measured, centred and height-adjusted so that it sits perfectly and securely. This is where bespoke design shines: the ring is made for the stone — not the other way around.
How is the excellence of your ring checked before delivery?
Before your ring leaves the bench, it undergoes rigorous inspection: the diamond must appear central, certificate number clearly inscribed (where applicable), claws and edges safe and smooth. Only when it meets our exacting standard does it earn its place in your story.
What happens during the presentation of your ring?
The presentation of your ring is the moment you receive your finished, meticulously inspected piece. Before your ring leaves the bench, it undergoes rigorous inspection: the diamond must appear central, certificate number clearly inscribed (where applicable), claws and edges safe and smooth. Only when it meets our exacting standard does it earn its place in your story.
The proposal
With the ring ready, the spotlight shifts to you. Whether you’ve planned an intimate surprise or a grand gesture, this is your moment. I’ve seen my fair share of proposals — and I’m here if you’d like help. After all, the ring is just the beginning of what comes next.