insideKENT Magazine Issue 35 - February 2015 | Page 38

WEDDINGS

SAVVY & SAND
HATTON GARDEN IS AT THE CENTRE OF THE UK’S DIAMOND TRADE AND RENOWNED FOR
BEING LONDON’S FINE JEWELLERY HOTSPOT. IT IS NO SURPRISE THEN THAT ON ARRIVAL TO
HATTON GARDEN, AN ABUNDANCE OF SHOPS GUARANTEE TO OVERWHELM AND SEND YOU
(GUYS IN PARTICULAR!) INTO PROPOSAL PERPLEXITY. THANKFULLY, SAVVY & SAND, A BOUTIQUE
DISPLAYING JUST ENOUGH SPARKLE TO ENTICE YOU IN, IS AT THE READY.

The artisan British brand, which has been feeding
off the vibrant spirit of London for four generations,
has certainly done its homework; muted grey
and lavender tones draw you into a soothing
state of mind, as the glisten of the most beautiful
engagement rings and wedding bands flaunted
present just enough of a teaser. Six celestial
collections include Heirloom 1932, Illumia,
Venetian Lace, Simplicity, The Renaissance, and
Radiance, in addition to US brands, Danhov and
Verragio.
Savvy & Sand consultants are second to none,
each with personal experience in designing. They
will take the time to discuss the basics and gladly
share their expertise, which is guaranteed to leave
you feeling confident. Discussions will include
knowing your budget and being realistic; it is
about the sentiment, not the pound signs.
Considering the shape and size of hands, bigger
isn't always better; instead, compliment hands
with a diamond that suits size. Round- or cushionshaped diamonds suit a petite hand with shorter
fingers. For long, slender fingers, a diamond such
as a marquise or emerald cut that has the length
in it will suit best. Remember not to be caught

up in a moment of fashion either – pick a ring
that is timeless.
Rings are never what they seem so reach out of
your comfort zone to try on as many styles as
possible; the style you think you won't like may
just turn out to be the one. Jewellery reflects
personality, so making sure it has a personal
twist on it is very important. Take into account
skin tone. Different skin tones suit different
metal colours. Work out which colours
compliment best, and embrace a ring that really
suits individuality. Explore all of the options that
are available – do you want a diamond that's
bigger, but lesser in quality, or smaller and better
in quality?
Engagement rings are only worn for a short
amount of time alone, so try it on with a wedding
band to make sure the style fits nicely together
in order to avoid disappointment in the future.
The Savvy & Sand boutique is designed to make
you feel comfortable. Once bespoke designs are
finalised and the diamond is selected, the jewellery
piece will be handcrafted in its London atelier by
master artisans, ensuring precision craftsmanship
of the highest quality, and presenting a unique
piece of jewellery that can be passed down for
generations.

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To help spread the love this year Savvy & Sand
is offering insideKENT readers 5% off bespoke
or ready-made pieces*. Simply quote
'insideKENT’. *£250 discount limit.

Savvy & Sand
88-90 Hatton Garden
London
EC1N 8PN
020 7242 6485
www.savvyandsand.com
/savvyandsand
@savvyandsand