The first step is starting the conversation. Get in touch or book a call and we'll walk you through the possibilities. Don’t worry if you don’t have any ideas. Our superpower is guiding you to the design of your dreams, even when you have no clue where to begin. Helpful information includes: What gemstones or colours you might want to use What metal you’re interested in (eg. rose gold, yellow gold or platinum) A little about you or the person you’re designing for Any ideas or stories you want included Don’t be afraid to write an email that goes something like this: Subject: HELP! Text: I have no idea what I want! This happens more often than you think. You may be surprised how easy it is to turn those jumbled ideas into a design you absolutely love. Send a custom jewellery enquiry or book your complimentary call .

Custom Jewellery for Rule Breakers & Story Makers

Custom jewellery

Sometimes, the perfect piece doesn’t exist.

Here’s your chance to create it.

Rhodolite garnet marquis ring in yellow gold

It's time to do jewellery differently

Our custom jewellery is proudly made in Sydney for when "off-the-shelf" doesn't cut it.

It’s the kind of jewellery that commemorates your story.

It's the kind of jewellery that celebrates you.

It’s jewellery that couldn’t have been made for anyone else.

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How we can help

CUSTOM ENGAGEMENT RINGS

Create a personalised ring that captures your story as a couple. We love alternative engagement rings and modern wedding bands that are a little bit different.

BESPOKE JEWELLERY DESIGN

Customise a piece that doesn’t exist anywhere else in the world. Best of all, the design process is fun... and may even be easier than you expect.

HEIRLOOM REMODELLING

Turn the gems and metal from your old jewellery into something you’ll actually wear. It’s a beautiful way to preserve past stories and make them your own.

Sapphire, tourmaline, diamond and rose gold necklaces and rings

Custom made asscher sapphire and gold ring

The Fairina Cheng design experience

We promise not to show you rows of generic solitaire diamonds (where one ring looks almost identical to the next). There's no boring talk. No one-size-fits-all approach.

In our consult, we dive into your story. We explore gemstones, sketch ideas and infuse your values to create a piece that's as wild, wonderful and quirky as you are.

We bring this vision to life in a way that's easy, fun and stress-free.

And the best part? Within an hour, that jumble of ideas in your head becomes a clearer picture of the one-of-a-kind piece you’ve been dreaming of.

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Let’s start with your story

What meaningful symbols, special memories or quirky inside jokes can you incorporate into your design? Instead of starting with “what size diamond do you want?” we might ask about what makes you happy, colours that move you or your favourite people in the world.

Infuse your values

Your jewellery doesn’t have to be soulless and it certainly doesn’t have to look like everyone else’s. It can speak to your values around individuality, sustainability and love with an ethically sourced gemstone in a one-of-a-kind design.

And create something different

In jewellery – just as in life – there are no rules. We’ll translate your story, find its sparkle and turn it into a highly personalised keepsake.

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How the design process works

Step 1: Discuss

We chat on Zoom or in the Sydney Showroom in a way that makes the design process easy, fun and stress-free. Within an hour, we generally have a good idea of the direction of your piece.

Step 2: Design

Based on our discussion, we might sketch some designs and show you a selection of beauties from our gemstone treasure trove. Together, we refine the design until you’re happy.

Soldering a ring, photographed by Tess Lehman

Step 3: Create

This is where your story gets translated into a highly personalised keepsake. You get work-in-progress updates as your design comes to life. It’s an insight into part of the custom jewellery process that many don’t get to see. From order confirmation, most people have their jewellery within eight weeks.

Give us an hour and we'll tell you what your storytelling piece of jewellery could look like

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"Oh wow! I opened the package on Wednesday night and the ring is amazing."

"It’s really quite spectacular and the stone is perfect. Fits comfortably and the style is exactly what I asked for - my style! I’m calling it my new family heirloom. Thank you for creating a unique piece of jewellery."

Anna Morocco, Perth

"They attract admiration whenever I wear them."

"I was totally delighted to receive my earrings in the post. They are exactly what I was looking for. Most recently coming through customs in Argentina the border control officer insisted I take them off so she could look at them more closely!"

Victoria Keesing, Sydney

"Fairina created an engagement ring which exceeded every expectation."

"Fairina is a joy to work with and made the process seamless indeed! Would recommend."

Aonghus Stevens, Sydney

"Fairina was so thoughtful at every step of the process."

"She took the time to know us and work with us in designing the perfect engagement rings. Rings that incorporated some of our family heirlooms and new pieces she found that matched us perfectly."

Modern purple hexagon sapphire ring in yellow gold

Mary-Ellen Pegley, Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Where do I start?

The first step is starting the conversation. Get in touch or book a call and we'll walk you through the possibilities.

Don’t worry if you don’t have any ideas. Our superpower is guiding you to the design of your dreams, even when you have no clue where to begin.

Helpful information includes:

What gemstones or colours you might want to use
What metal you’re interested in (eg. rose gold, yellow gold or platinum)
A little about you or the person you’re designing for
Any ideas or stories you want included

Don’t be afraid to write an email that goes something like this:

Subject: HELP!
Text: I have no idea what I want!

This happens more often than you think. You may be surprised how easy it is to turn those jumbled ideas into a design you absolutely love. Send a custom jewellery enquiry or book your complimentary call.

How much does custom jewellery cost?

Pricing varies depending on the metal, gemstones and design you choose. We can approach the budgeting process in two ways:

Let us know your budget range and we can design with it in mind
Let us know your design preferences and we can quote based on your requirements

We’re here and happy to chat if you need guidance. Send a custom jewellery enquiry or book your complimentary call.

How long does it take to make a bespoke piece?

The custom design process consists of a design phase and a making phase. The design phase can take anywhere from a few days (in the majority of cases) to a few weeks or more (for gems that are a little harder to find).

Once the design is confirmed with a deposit, the making phase begins. Making your jewellery usually takes about eight weeks (excluding shipping). This may vary depending on the design.

Let us know if you have a specific timeframe in mind.

Can you recycle the gems and metals from my old jewellery?

Using pre-loved jewels is a great way to turn your treasures (and their stories) into beautiful, environmentally-friendly jewellery.

While we’re happy to work with jewellery and gemstones that you provide, it isn’t guaranteed that they can be worked into a new piece. Gemstones from previously-owned jewellery may have existing damage that isn’t visible until the stones are removed. Certain metals may not be suitable for melting or re-working.

Although all care is taken, customer-provided gems and metals aren’t replaced or reimbursed if lost, stolen or damaged in our custody. Read the Custom Order Agreement for more info.

An alternative option is to trade your unworn gold and platinum jewellery in for a credit towards your custom piece. This is a great option for jewellery that you know you’ll never wear or isn’t suitable for reworking. Send a custom jewellery enquiry for more information.

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Customer stories

Unique jewellery designs that turn heads and start conversations.

Salt and pepper diamond heirloom ring by Fairina Cheng

In mum's loving memory

When Charlene's mum sadly passed after fighting ovarian cancer, we combined gems from seven inherited jewels to create this modern heirloom ring. As an avid jewellery collector, Charlene has lots of stunning pieces. But this is one ring that rarely ever leaves her finger.

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Remodelled Australian sapphire ring with preloved diamonds, gold and milgrain

Modern ring, vintage spin

After designing an engagement ring for his partner, Ishani, Divij decided to get a special piece for mum. The settings are handmade from recycled gold and set with pre-loved diamonds and ethically sourced sapphires. Ishani loved this ring so much that her wedding band is inspired by this design!

Let's make sure your jewellery is anything but ordinary.

We're proud to celebrate love with diverse couples all over the world, including those in the LGBTQIA+ communities. We commit to supporting our customers without judgement or assumptions, through the people we work with, the language we use and the stories we share.

We acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, on whose land we create and celebrate. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging, and acknowledge the ongoing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to the land and waters of Australia.