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We’re not mind readers, but let us guess: You’re currently shopping around for a high-end engagement ring as flawless as the person you plan on saying “yes” to. Though you adore contemporary aesthetics, you tend to prefer a perfect balance between on-trend and timeless.

This much you know is true: you’re going to say yes. But maybe you aren’t sure how you’ll find your dream engagement ring when so many options and variables are involved.

So you’re looking for a custom engagement ring, or maybe you’re wondering if a custom ring is right for you. Perhaps you’re wondering where to begin and what the process will look like.

If you’ve been shopping around for the perfect diamond engagement ring, then you’ve probably seen the acronym GIA come up a lot. But if you’re reading this article, you’re likely trying to figure out what exactly GIA is—and what exactly it means to have a GIA-certified engagement ring.

We’re not psychic, but we know you’re on the hunt for an engagement ring that checks all your boxes: a design that’s timeless, beautiful, and personal. We also know you don’t want to compromise on these wants—because you deserve it all.