1V1 LONDON | Private Commissions: Your Bespoke Diamond Journey
At 1V1 LONDON, we believe true luxury is born from personal vision and exceptional craftsmanship. Our bespoke service invites you to co-create a one-of-a-kind diamond piece, meticulously tailored to your desires and brought to life in the heart of Hatton Garden. From initial spark to final polish, we guide you through an exquisite journey, ensuring every detail reflects your unique story.
The 1V1 LONDON Bespoke Process: From Vision to Masterpiece
Step 1: Your Vision & Our Consultation
• What happens: Your journey begins with a personalised consultation, either virtually or in person. We'll delve into your aspirations, understanding the occasion, your aesthetic preferences, metal choices, and essential details like your budget and desired timeline.
• Key Discussions: We'll explore the purpose of the item (engagement, anniversary, self-purchase), preferred metal types, and for diamonds, we'll discuss cut, colour, carat, and clarity, ensuring every element aligns with your unique vision.
• Outcome: A comprehensive understanding of your dream piece, ready for our design team to interpret.
Ready to Begin Your Bespoke Journey?
We invite you to experience the unparalleled artistry of 1V1 LONDON. To discuss your vision and begin the creation of your unique diamond piece.
Step 2: Expert Design & Tailored Options
• What happens: Within 24 hours of our detailed discussion, our design experts meticulously analyze your requirements. We then translate your vision into two distinct, expertly crafted design proposals. This approach offers a refined choice without overwhelming you, balancing your preferences with our expertise.
• What you receive: Each proposal includes detailed design concepts – presented through precise CAD renderings or elegant hand sketches – along with specific diamond/gemstone options and transparent, itemised pricing.
• Outcome: Two distinct paths forward, each reflecting your unique style, allowing you to confidently choose the perfect design.
Step 3: Precision Craftsmanship & Transparent Updates
• What happens: Once your chosen design (finalised via CAD approval) and all specifications are confirmed, a 50% deposit secures your commission and initiates the creation. We then meticulously source your chosen GIA certified diamond and all components.
• Our Craft: Your piece is then entrusted to our master craftsmen in London's historic Hatton Garden, where it is brought to life with unparalleled precision and artistry.
• Your Journey: We keep you informed every step of the way with regular updates via your preferred channel (email, text, or call). You'll receive clear "signposts" as raw materials arrive, manufacturing begins, and your piece progresses through our workshop.
• Outcome: Your bespoke piece expertly crafted by skilled artisans, with you informed at every significant milestone.
Step 4: Meticulous Finalisation & Secure Delivery
• What happens: Upon return from our London workshop, your completed piece undergoes a rigorous, multi-point inspection under varying light conditions by 1V1 LONDON to ensure it meets our exacting standards. It then proceeds to the Edinburgh Assay Office for independent hallmarking – your guarantee of metal purity and origin.
• Your Assurance: Each piece is accompanied by its official GIA diamond certificate and a comprehensive independent valuation for insurance purposes.
• Final Steps: The remaining balance is due upon completion. Your finished masterpiece is then carefully packaged in our signature luxury presentation and dispatched via fully insured, discreet, and tracked delivery, or available for personal collection/delivery.
• Aftercare: We offer complimentary aftercare advice and welcome annual check-ups to maintain your piece’s enduring beauty.
• Outcome: Your exquisite, independently verified, and ethically sourced diamond creation, ready to be cherished for a lifetime.
