After my divorce, I decided it was time to treat myself to the diamond earrings I had always been promised.

I didn’t know much about diamonds, and I wanted professional advice without being pushed into a sale by a pushy sales consultant. A friend suggested De Vere Diamonds, a bespoke diamond jeweller in Mayfair. I wasn’t sure at first. It was a lot of money, and I needed to be sure I was in safe hands.

Well, I need not have worried. I was introduced to Philip, the founder of the company. He talked me through the various options with no sign of trying to push me into buying. It was a conversation I felt completely comfortable with.

What a lovely experience it was, and so unexpected. Philip helped me choose just the right stones. I had no idea there were so many things to consider. I received quite the education, and I can now proudly talk about my 2ct diamond earrings like a pro.

My biggest surprise was learning that every bespoke commission comes with a Legacy Vault, which captures the story of my beautiful earrings and how they came about. When the time comes to pass them on, the story will be there for future generations. Imagine my great-grandchild being able to read all about how these were created and what they meant to me.

What a fantastic idea.