What a engagement ring box has to do
The slot has to hold the shank and the lid has to clear the setting. Setting height is the measurement most briefs leave out.
The moment it is opened
It is opened once, in front of someone, and often on camera. That is a different brief from a counter box.
The mistake we correct most often
Briefs give the ring size and leave out the setting height. A slot cut to the shank alone means the lid closes on the stone. We work from the height of the setting, not the size of the finger.
Velvet on a engagement ring box, specifically
Velvet has enough give that a ring slot can be cut a fraction tight and still take the shank without forcing. That is useful here, because a slot that grips slightly is what stops a ring turning face-down between the counter and the car. The nap does hold dust, so a display box in velvet wants closing between viewings.
What varies between versions
A single slot or a slot with a hidden compartment for a second band; a lid that stands open at ninety degrees for a photograph or one that falls shut. Both decisions are made before the die is cut.
Why velvet for this
Velvet is a cut-pile fabric with a longer, softer nap than microfibre suede. It is the traditional jewellery lining and still the one most buyers associate with a gift.
Putting your logo on velvet
Velvet does not hold a hot-stamp the way board or leatherette does. A metal plate, or a lid card, is the more reliable way to carry a logo on a velvet exterior.
Cutting the interior in velvet
A velvet slot closes on the shank under its own spring. The pile hides the cut edge, so the slot can be made slightly generous without looking loose.
Brush with the pile. Avoid pressing a heavy piece into the same spot for months at a time, or the pile takes a set.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Engagement ring dimensions | Sets the interior |
| Exterior and lining colour | Matched to a reference or swatch |
| Logo artwork | Vector gives the cleanest die or screen |
| Quantity in mind | Shapes what we propose |
| Velvet for this piece | Velvet has enough give that a ring slot can be cut a fraction tight and still take the shank without forcing. |
Frequently asked questions
Is velvet a good choice for a engagement ring box?
Velvet has enough give that a ring slot can be cut a fraction tight and still take the shank without forcing. That is useful here, because a slot that grips slightly is what stops a ring turning face-down between the counter and the car. The nap does hold dust, so a display box in velvet wants closing between viewings.
How does velvet behave in use?
Brush with the pile. Avoid pressing a heavy piece into the same spot for months at a time, or the pile takes a set.
What logo methods suit velvet?
Velvet does not hold a hot-stamp the way board or leatherette does. A metal plate, or a lid card, is the more reliable way to carry a logo on a velvet exterior.
Can I see it before ordering?
Yes. A physical pre-production sample is made to your specification and the bulk run is held to the sample you approve.
Make your engagement ring boxes
Tell us the engagement ring, your brand and the quantity you have in mind. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.