By appointment only · A limited number of engagement commissions accepted
Each engagement ring in Toronto is individually designed by artist Alex Armen, guided by your story, lifestyle, and long‑term vision.
The process is intentional, calm, and never rushed.
Every engagement ring in Toronto begins from a blank page and is designed one‑on‑one to reflect a relationship, not a trend.
The goal is not novelty, but something that feels right now—and years from now.
6. An engagement ring is worn every day, often without thinking. Its success lies not only in beauty, but in proportion, comfort, durability, and balance.
That reality shapes every design decision we make:
How the ring will be worn daily
Long‑term wear and maintenance
Hand shape, scale, and movement
Structural integrity and setting security
This is jewellery designed to age well — visually and physically.
Stones are selected for character, not checklists.We source natural and lab‑grown diamonds, as well as rare coloured gemstones, for Torontonians and their fine, custom engagement ring, chosen for:
Clients are guided through selection privately, with clarity and discretion — never pressure.
As a private engagement ring studio in Toronto, each design stage is deliberate, focused, and personal.
A one‑on‑one conversation with Alex Armen to understand your partner, their preferences and intent.
Concept sketches and design direction are refined collaboratively, with careful attention to proportion and detail.
Your ring is crafted using time‑honoured techniques and exceptional materials, then finished, set, and delivered with care.
A one‑on‑one conversation with Alex Armen to understand your partner, their preferences, and what matters most to you both.
Concept sketches and design direction are refined collaboratively, with careful attention to proportion and detail.
Your ring is crafted using time‑honoured techniques and exceptional materials, then finished, set, and delivered with care.
Our engagement ring design in Toronto is never rushed.
Each commission is scheduled to ensure proper focus and attention, balancing efficiency with craftsmanship.
We accept a limited number of engagement projects at a time.
Our engagement ring work is primarily referral‑based. Clients come to us seeking discretion, originality, and a process that feels calm and considered.
If this approach resonates, we invite you to request a private consultation for engagement rings in Toronto.
Solitaire x Alex Armen operates as a private, appointment-only commission studio. Artist Alex Armen personally designs every engagement ring in Toronto in a focused, one-on-one process that begins with a genuine conversation about your partner, your story, and your long-term vision. The studio accepts a limited number of commissions at any given time, which means each client receives dedicated attention from start to finish. With over four decades of experience, a referral-based clientele, and 432+ five-star reviews, Solitaire has earned its reputation as one of the best engagement ring stores in Toronto for those who want something truly singular.
Solitaire does not work from preset designs or catalogue selections. Every custom engagement ring in Toronto begins from a blank page and is designed specifically around the individual’s lifestyle, preferences, hand shape, and how the ring will be worn daily. Whether the result is understated or architectural, classic or unconventional, nothing is repeated. This is precisely what separates Solitaire from conventional engagement ring stores in Toronto.
Alex Armen has designed solitaires, hidden halos, three-stone rings, vintage-inspired settings, cluster styles, bezel settings, split shanks, filigree designs, pave bands, and nature-inspired or geometric pieces, among many others. For clients seeking alternative engagement rings in Toronto, Solitaire is equally well-suited. Because every commission starts from scratch, the design is guided by your vision.
Solitaire sources both natural and lab-grown diamonds, and Arbi guides clients through the selection privately, with clarity and without pressure. Natural diamonds are GIA-graded, formed over millions of years, and generally hold their value better over time. Lab-grown diamonds are physically and chemically identical, graded equally by the GIA and IGI, and offer a more accessible price point. Both options can produce exceptional diamond engagement rings in Toronto when selected with care and set with skilled hands.
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of the commission and the studio’s current schedule, since Solitaire accepts a limited number of projects at a time. One client noted their ring was ready within a month of the first meeting. The studio’s process is deliberately paced, balancing efficiency with the attention each piece deserves. If you have a proposal date in mind, it is best to reach out early to allow for proper scheduling.
Solitaire x Alex Armen works with clients who arrive with reference images, hand sketches, AI-generated visuals, or custom 3D files. These are treated as starting points. We refine and re-engineer these designs through Alex’s design process rather than replicating them directly. This makes the studio a strong match for anyone looking for engagement ring design in Toronto with a concept already in mind. The consultation is where that concept meets craft.
