A ring made
only for her.
ZITARA is a private jewelry studio in downtown Chicago. Every engagement ring is designed one-on-one with you, built around a certified diamond you choose yourself — and made to order, never pulled from a shelf.
10+ years of jewelry experience · In-person in the Loop & virtual appointments
Style reference · Every ring made to order · Chicago
The ZITARA difference
A private jeweler, not a jewelry store.
When you work with ZITARA, you work directly with the jeweler — no sales floor, no pressure, no middleman markup. We start with what she loves, find the right stone together, and design the ring around it.
- Direct, one-on-one guidance Every appointment is private. You ask questions, compare stones side by side, and decide at your own pace.
- Natural & lab-grown, always labeled honestly Both are real diamonds — we'll walk you through the difference so you can choose with clear eyes. Every center stone comes with its GIA or IGI grading report.
- Made to order, in your exact size Nothing here is off-the-shelf inventory. Your ring is designed in CAD, approved by you, then crafted for her hand.
Start with a shape
The stone sets the tone.
Most custom rings begin with a center-stone shape. Pick one to explore — then we build the setting around the actual diamond you choose.
Oval — elongated, finger-flattering brilliance
An elongated brilliant stone on a slim pavé band — the oval gives you a larger face-up look per carat and a graceful, lengthening effect on the hand. It's soft and romantic without being delicate, and it pairs beautifully with a hidden halo or a simple cathedral setting.
Good to know: If she loves classic, minimal jewelry with a modern feel, this is often the one. Bring a photo of her style and we'll match the proportions — the length-to-width ratio changes the whole look.
DM us about this shapePhotos are style references to start the conversation. Every ZITARA ring is custom-made to order around the specific stone you select.
How it works
From first conversation to her hand.
A clear, unhurried process — most clients are surprised by how simple it feels.
Free consultation
Start with a DM, a WhatsApp message, or an email. Tell us what she loves — shape, style, the rings she keeps saving — then we'll set up a time to meet in person in downtown Chicago or on a virtual call. We start with what you want; numbers come after.
Choose your diamond
We source certified options — natural or lab-grown — and go through them together: cut, color, clarity, and how each one actually looks, not just what's on paper.
Approve the CAD design
See your exact ring as a 3D design before anything is made. Up to 3 revisions are included, and production only begins once you approve it.
Made for you
Your ring is crafted after CAD approval — typically finished in about 3–4 weeks. Then it's ready for pickup in Chicago, or delivery arranged with you directly.
What we make
More than engagement rings.
If it starts with a diamond or a piece you already own, we can probably help.
Custom engagement rings
Designed from scratch around your stone
Wedding bands
Matched to your ring, or stand-alone
Ring resets & redesigns
Your diamond, a new setting
Heirloom restyling
Family pieces, reimagined to be worn
Loose diamonds
Natural & lab-grown, all certified
Diamond studs & fine jewelry
Made to order, for milestones big and small
Questions
Before you reach out.
How much does a custom ring cost?
It depends on what you order — the stone, the metal, and the design all move the number, so there's no single starting price. At your consultation we first learn what you're looking for, then put together real options and a clear quote. No obligation, and no pressure either way.
How long does it take?
Once you approve the CAD design, your finished piece typically takes about 3–4 weeks. Design and CAD time come before that, so if you have a proposal date in mind, starting earlier is always better — tell us the date at your consultation and we'll plan around it honestly.
Natural or lab-grown — which should I choose?
Both are real diamonds with the same physical sparkle; the difference is origin and price. Many clients choose lab-grown for a larger stone on the same budget, others prefer natural. We'll show you both, clearly labeled, and you decide — every stone comes with its GIA or IGI report either way.
Can you reset a diamond I already have?
Yes — resets and redesigns are a regular part of our work, including heirloom pieces. Bring the ring (or the stone) to your appointment and we'll look at it together and talk through what a new setting would involve.
Where are you located?
Right in the heart of downtown Chicago — our studio is in the Loop, on Jewelers Row, the city's historic home for diamond dealers and custom jewelers, where we've been making rings for clients for over 10 years. We're a private studio rather than a walk-in storefront, so visits are by appointment: DM us, message us on WhatsApp, or send an email to set a time, and we'll confirm the exact address and meeting details with you directly. Not in Chicago? A virtual consultation works just as well to get started.
What happens at the free consultation?
It starts with a message — DM us on Instagram, message us on WhatsApp, or send an email, whichever is easiest. From there we set up a relaxed one-on-one conversation, usually about 30 minutes, in person or virtual. We look at shapes and styles, talk about what she wears and likes, and outline what your ring could look like and what it would involve. You leave with a clear picture, whether or not you move forward.
Start here
Let's design hers, together.
Consultations are free and private — in person in the Loop or virtual. Start with a DM, message us on WhatsApp, or email us at zitarachicago@gmail.com. Bring your ideas, screenshots, and questions; we'll bring the diamonds.