As the design process began, Dan wanted to incorporate something personal to Katharine and something that reflected their mutual nerdy tendencies. One of the things that came to mind was Navi, the fairy from the iconic Legend of Zelda games – a favourite of Katharine’s. “It’s a companion fairy that gives you advice on your journey. So that’s part of our relationship as well. We kind of add to each other and steer each other,” says Katharine.
Before receiving the finalised ring, Dan was sent a 3D printed resin which helps illustrate what the finalised ring design will look like. It helps you see all the embellishments in a tangible and real way before they’re crafted in precious materials. This little detail of the creation process resonated extremely positively with Dan, who himself owns a 3D printer. He admitted the prototype now lives in the presentation box that Katharine’s ring was delivered in to remind the couple of each stage of the ring’s loving evolution.
That collaborative messaging and their mutual love of gaming came out in the design of the ring in a way that is subtle to the naked eye but “if you know, you know.” The engagement ring itself is beautiful and personal with a stunning 1.10ct blue sapphire serving as the centre stone. It sparkles differently depending on how it catches the light, darker inside, lighter in the sunlight – making it a mood ring of sorts.