It's been two months since I proposed to my fiancé (she said yes) so this review is definitely overdue. Dana was absolutely amazing to work with and I would recommend him every single day of my life. My last words will be (in order): "I shouldn't have tried to jump between those buildings", "Tom Cruise makes parkour look much easier than it is", and "Dana Walden makes some of the most beautiful jewelry I have ever seen and listens to your wants and needs with care you don't often see in the jewelry business". Dana was warm, caring, and helped us figure out what we want, crafted it and made sure it was within our price range the whole time. Please visit Dana Walden. It's worth it. read more

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If you're looking for the coolest jewelry designers in New York offering the most distinct, exquisite artisan jewelry, look no further than Dana and Rad. We originally found them for our wedding rings and have been going to them for custom pieces ever since. My wife is in the fashion world and knew exactly the type of stone and cut she was after for an engagement ring, but I wanted to make sure whatever I gave her had my own unique spin on it. Dana and Rad took a literal poem I wrote as a starting point and turned it into an epic design idea that continues to garner compliments every time she wears it. Now ten years later, our children are growing up and we are still going to Dana and Rad for anniversary and birthday pieces, which continue the design aesthetic which is now part of our family legacy. Don't just buy jewelry. Go to Dana and Rad and purchase heirlooms you can pass down. read more

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I highly recommend working with Dana Walden! I purchased an engagement ring from them, and we were so pleased with how it turned out, we purchased our wedding rings with them too! I did a lot of research online and met with several jewelers before choosing Dana Walden. They're a small local shop run that has beautiful designs and fair prices. I was on a rushed timeline and wanted to customize a design by swapping out a diamond for a green sapphire. They made it work and were communicative throughout. When I first met with Dana, he walked me through the options with professionalism and kindness. I appreciated that he took the time to really understand what I was going for, and offered good advice around sourcing, timelines, and design. They sourced the perfect stone, and got the job done in time for the proposal! When we went back for the wedding rings, I had a similar experience. Dana understood our constraints, and was able to show us designs and options that really worked with what we were going for. I never felt oversold, and I really felt like I could trust their recommendations. We're really happy with how everything turned out! read more

Dana Walden Bridal - Engagement ring and wedding band - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

Working with Dana was a fantastic experience and my ring is beyond exceptional quality! I live out of state and was able to FaceTime call Dana and we collaborated on our design, he gave me his insights and was able to give us the ring we wanted and was able to keep us in our budget. Vicky is his assistant and she was really great to work with as well, she is so kind and sweet! I would recommend Dana Walden to literally everyone I know!! If you are looking to find a unique high quality experience, I highly suggest you consider Dana and his team! You will not be disappointed! I'll be back for my wedding bands ;) read more

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My partner and I had a wonderful experience with Dana! We had shopped around to a few spots in the Diamond District but couldn't find anyone we liked - a lot of places just felt like they were pushing a sale on us. The experience with Dana is first class. We made an appointment at his studio and described exactly what I wanted. His pricing was extremely fair for the high quality ring he designed, and I absolutely love it. read more

I am over the moon about my ring from Dana Walden! I fell in love with one of the existing ring designs online, and it was even more perfect in person. Dana is passionate and knowledgable about the aesthetic and approach of the studio, and was lovely to work with. Even though I had already zeroed in on one design, at our one on one meeting, Dana provided a wide selection of rings to try, each more beautiful than the last. My ring is timeless but unique, and everyone has said how *me* it is, and that's exactly what you want in an engagement ring! The quality of both the ring and the purchasing experience were wonderful, and we are excited to get our wedding bands from the studio next read more

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We had an amazing experience with Dana and his team! From the moment I filled out the online form to receiving the ring, the customer service was top notch. I wanted a natural Champagne diamond so after a Zoom meeting to go over my specifics, Dana began sourcing the stones. A video soon arrived with all of the stones together as well as videos with each individual stone. We kept two from the first round and were soon presented with a second round of stones. We then made the decision to fly from Chicago to NYC to see the stones in person and the team was very accommodating with our schedule. The diamonds were even more beautiful in person, the studio has a modern yet warm feel and Dana literally welcomed us with open arms! It was a fantastic day! The ring arrived before our agreed upon date and it was even more beautiful than I could have imagined! Pictures do not do these stones justice--it's every bit pink and light brown as I envisioned! We are so pleased with everything and I'd 10/10 recommend DWB! read more

Dana was an incredible partner for the ring selection and creation process. I was previously working with a jeweler who did not pay enough attention to the small details that I wanted to incorporate into the ring for my future fiance. I switched to Dana mid-way through the process, and saw what a difference he made. He was caring and attentive to every detail and specification that I asked for and showed me that he cared about one of the biggest purchases/decisions of my life. Dana was even able to get a very specific and difficult adjustment done for the ring (opal included in the side stones) which was something lots of other jewelers said they could not do. If you want a true partner to help you along in this difficult process and someone who will put as much care and attention into it as anyone would, go with Dana! read more

Dana and the team provided such an amazing experience in shopping for and curating our engagement ring. Dana served as a true partner in the process. He is incredibly knowledgeable and always offered his expertise while supporting the decisions we made throughout. He helped us create a custom ring that matched our vision and our vibe, and we couldn't be happier with the final product. We recommended Dana to another friend, who also had a very successful collaboration. We look forward to working with Dana on future projects! read more

I bought teal and blue sapphire earrings from DW. Online it had made with gold/rose gold, but I asked if they could specifically make them using silver as a birthday gift for a friend. They did not charge me more for the change in setting, which I am so thankful bc I saved up for this present. They have such great service. I was able to communicate with them entirely via email. They kindly asked if I wanted to pick them up or have them delivered. I had them delivered. There was even a point in time when I was worried that they would get delivered to my home and I was traveling. I emailed them about my concern. They were willing to change the shipping address to where I was or hold on to the package without an additional charge. I asked them to wait. I was really worried that they were expensive and be left at my door and eventually stolen. They said the package would have to be signed but FedEx just left it at my door. Thank goodness I set up alerts so I was able to sneak away from work for a bit to grab the package. The earrings are gorgeous. They came in this beautiful box!! My friend loved them! And they even sent another pair of fashion earrings as a thank you for buying from them. I will definitely save up and order me something from them again! read more

My fiance and I worked with Dana to create my DREAM engagement ring and it came out even better than I would've imagined. I am so in love with my ring and can't stop looking at it! The process was great and tailored to exactly what we wanted with high attention to detail. We worked with Dana from the west coast. We started with a few phone calls to chat about what we were looking for and the parameters that mattered most to us. My fiance and I wanted to finalize the ring in-person, so we flew to New York to look at a few of the diamonds Dana had sourced for us + design what the side stones would look like. We were blown away by the end product and could not recommend highly enough! read more

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My review is LONG overdue, so Dana and Rad: I am sorry I took so long to write this! Let me start off by saying that everyone at Dana Walden Bridal is amazing! From the social media gals (Tabitha and Vicky) to Dana and Rad themselves, they were all pleasant to work with! I am not engaged, but I found Dana Walden Bridal when I wanted to treat myself to a cute ring I could casually wear that was still sophisticated and made with care. Instantly, I loved their style. I also appreciated that they offered custom options, such as choosing your metal finish. So if you weren't too confident on a metal color, you had 3 options to choose from. Lastly, there was confidence that their selection is durable as well. I ended up getting the Petite Astrid. It seemed to be the perfect amount of attractive and casual. Also getting to semi customize it made the ring a bit more unique to me (which is something they pride themselves in--that no two rings will ever be the same!). From start to finish, they were very helpful and responsive, especially given the fact that I live in California and couldn't visit their New York studio. I had some concerns about my ring size, and Rad was very sweet and very knowledgeable. Despite being on the other end of the country, she let me know what my correct ring size was based off of the phone call alone! When I opened my highly-anticipated package, I nearly cried! The ring was beautiful! Their images online are already pretty, but in person it's just something else. I enjoyed my experience very much with Dana Walden Bridal, and will probably hint to my boyfriend about the Avaline (or Rowena) ring at some point... ;) Dana + Team, hope you guys have me covered if he gets the hint and contacts you all! We can hope, right? :) Anyways, thank you all so much. I still look at my ring in awe every single day!!! read more

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We met with Dana on st. Patrick's Day in his beautiful studio. Before we met with him, we talked through email and both had an idea of the style of ring that we liked,his Instagram page caught my eye, and I loved so many of the rings. The meeting was easy and carefree. We were very relaxed and felt as if he listened to everything that we were saying, and not just trying to make a sale. The experience was one that was wonderful. I would recommend Dana Walden to anyone that is looking for a beautiful unique well designed ring.A few days ago my boyfriend proposed to me in Maine and some of the people that were passing by literally stopped in their tracks to ask him where he got the ring because they could see it shimmering and shining and how unique it was. I absolutely love this ring and cannot stop looking at it. read more

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I had an amazing experience meeting with Dana. I had my Fiancees engagement ring made with them and we just had our wedding bands made with them as well. Dana does a fantastic job helping you through the process, making recommendations on what will look best, and making the process as streamlined as possible. I couldn't be happier with my experience. read more

I felt very overwhelmed by the wedding ring selection and buying process. Dana and Rad were so welcoming, made us feel comfortable, and are really knowledgable. I also had some off the beaten path ideas, and they brought the perfect amount of creativity to help bring those to life. We've purchased 4 rings from them between my partner and I, and I get compliments on them all the time. read more

Dana's attention to detail is nothing short of extraordinary. He not only listens, but he truly understands, inspiring confidence every step of the way. In a calm, private environment that's all about you and your vision, he takes the time to educate you about your investment, turning what could be a daunting process into a deeply personal, rewarding experience. Referred to Dana Walden Bridal by a personal friend, we feel profoundly grateful for the connection we've made. Dana crafted an engagement ring that surpasses every expectation--a piece both timeless and stunning, far more beautiful than I ever imagined. His deep expertise shines through in every design recommendation, always honoring your personal preferences. Though we live out of state, Dana has become our jeweler for life. His craftsmanship, passion, and care make him truly one-of-a-kind. Oh...The design process was efficient and just as flawless as the ring! read more

If you are looking for a beautiful and unique engagement ring look no further -- the entire experience was incredible! When I started my search for an engagement ring I was terrified by the sheer number of designers and jewelers in NYC. I am so happy I got to work with Dana and Rad. I knew I wanted a unique engagement ring for my spouse but really had no idea what my options were. Dana and Rad helped me choose the perfect custom ring and explained everything to me. There was no pressure to buy and they asked so many thoughtful questions about my spouse's style and taste. The ring turned out perfect and it really has gotten so many compliments (and I mean the real type not just people being nice). The experience was so great that we decided to get our wedding bands from Dana Walden Bridal. Of all the vendors we worked this was our best experience. Everything else felt so hectic but working with Dana and Rad was a memorable experience that we will treasure for a lifetime. read more

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What an absolutely amazing team at Dana Walden Bridal! My girlfriend gave me some 'hints' as to the engagement ring she'd like. The team at Dana Walden worked with me tirelessly to to create a custom ring just for us. They promised it before Christmas and even waived the rush fee. The ring arrived right on schedule which saved a lot of stress. The best part though, is that the ring is absolutely stunning. More beautiful than could be imagined. The quality and craftmanship is fantastic and it looks amazing. My now fiancee was blown away by how wonderful it looks and feels. Throughout the whole process, the team in New York kept me updated and eased my nerves! Don't look anywhere else if you're looking for the perfect ring! read more

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Dana totally saved the day when I was picking out a ring! He listened to what I wanted (and patiently helped me figure it out), showed me beautiful and unique options, and made sure the final product was flawless. It wasn't just about the ring itself, though - Dana made the whole experience easy-going and personal, which is exactly what you want when picking out something this special. If you're looking for a great jeweler with amazing service, Dana's your guy! read more

My boyfriend and I could not have asked for a better experience shopping for an engagement ring. We happened upon Dana Walden online and loved the look of their beautiful custom-designed and antique engagement rings. We booked an appointment and had a lovely meeting with Dana and Rad, two very sweet and knowledgeable people who took the time to talk us through many areas important to buying an engagement ring. They also were considerate in helping us stick to our budget. The process could have been stressful but they were so fun and laid back! And they had set up a spread of many beautiful rings for me to try on. We fell in love with one ring and decided to buy! Again, Dana and Rad made this process so simple. Dana was quick in responding to all emails and we were able to purchase the ring online, which was fast and easy. The packaging was beautiful and they included a handwritten note of congratulations, as well as a pair of lovely recycled silver earrings! I highly recommend Dana Walden to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful piece of jewelry. I also thank them for the many extra services they have in place, such as a free resizing of the ring and a free yearly cleaning. They clearly care greatly about their work and take pride in making their customers happy! Thank you, Dana and Rad! read more

Dana Walden Bridal - Beautiful vintage ring - Dana Walden Bridal - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I discovered Dana Walden last summer thanks to Yelp. I was planning to get my fiancée an engagement ring and wanted to do something special -- many friends had "their diamond guy who charges way less than retail" that I was supposed to get an amazing deal from, but I was consistently not impressed by those "their guy" experiences -- usually a non-stylish guy in a schlocky office building in midtown west, with nice stones to offer at a "good price" but the ring it would sit in was going to be "copied from Tiffany by one of my guys"... I've never had to buy jewelry before but this didn't feel right. It seemed like there wasn't enough focus on the craftsmanship or still of the ring itself. So I found Dana Walden (on Yelp), and based on the other reviews here, I went to meet Dana and Rad, his wife, in their studio on 5th ave. I was instantly impressed. Their space is elegant, and they spent an hour 1:1 with me walking me through the usual questions a male fiancée-to-be probably commonly has. I knew my now-fiancee loved her grandmother's engagement ring, which she wore every day -- it's a vintage art deco piece. I asked Dana and Rad if the new ring could be inspired by that one, but with an emerald cut. A few weeks later they had a mock-up for me to come see, and it was beautiful. The final piece is even more stunning than the one that inspired it -- they took influences from the migraine and balanced a main stone and two side stones. They even embedded a small colored stone on the inside, to add a personal touch for my fiancée that only she would see, as well as engraving the platinum band. For the stone itself -- they sourced a selection of beautiful pieces and they were nicer, for the same price range, as the ones that my friends' "I have a diamond guy" person could get. Our wedding is coming up and we went back in to see Dana and Rad this summer to have them make our bands. My future wife's band will now perfectly complement her engagement ring, and they did an excellent job with my ring as well. Dana and Rad are friendly, flexible with scheduling, really nice people, and fantastic designers who I found listened closely and had great instincts interpreting our wishes and crafting the pieces based on this and their own expertise as to what will look best, be balanced, and wear well over time. Thanks Dana and Rad! read more

Cannot say enough great things about this jewelry designer! Dana Walden Bridal designed my wedding band 8 years ago, and have been working with them ever since. Highly recommend! read more

This review is long overdue! My partner and I initially came to Dana and Rad while we were in the market for an engagement ring. I had found them online and loved their vintage and custom ring options so we set up an appointment via email and met them in person a few weeks later. When we arrived for our appointment we were warmly greeted by them both and they had reserved the entire period to just meet with us. There were no other clients in the space which made the entire experience feel quite personable. We were invited in to sit and had a leisurely conversation about them, ourselves, and our ideas for rings. Being that neither of us were ring aficionados we appreciated how patient they were with answering all of our questions. They were completely relaxed with their approach which made us feel extremely at ease. We were able to try an array of rings as well as look over different stones. The quality was fantastic and we were impressed with the ethics behind their business. In the end, we decided to go in a different direction with the e-ring but we were so impressed with their collection and customer care that we could not stop thinking about Dana and Rad's wedding band options. We decided that we would opt for matching Kent bands and reached back out to them months later. They remembered us, and their sales representative Kim, was super sweet to help us order custom bands. Kim was extremely communicative and answered every question we had. She (representing Dana and Rad) kept us in the loop every step of the way from fabrication to shipping. We felt really valued as clients, and could not be happier with the finished result. The bands turned out gorgeous and the photos ALMOST do them justice. We knew we wanted something off the beaten path (pun intended) and Rad's unique take on the rose gold beaten band was a breath of fresh air. The Kent was a mixture of unique, minimal, and artisan - a hybrid of design that was hard to find elsewhere. Neither of us are flashy nor do we "love" jewelry, and the Kent fit that perfect sweet spot between simple yet elegant but NOT ostentatious. The rose gold blend is perfection with true hues of copper gently mixed with gold - the end result is a soft warm rose gold that makes me smile every time I look down. I ordered a 3mm, and my partner ordered the 5mm. There aren't many photos of the 3mm on the website, so I attached a few here for reference. Based on our experience, I would highly recommend Dana and Rad. They are in short, fantastic! read more

Dana made a custom engagement ring and it was amazing. He was able to create a completely unique design I hadn't seen anywhere else and acted as a great guide throughout the process. read more

Deciding to make an engagement ring can be thrilling, and potentially overwhelming! Luckily I met Dana and Radika! I could see right away from their STUNNING designs that this dynamic team embody the same passion I had for something unique and high quality... They were very patient throughout the designing process, as I described what my soon to be fiance's style was, and how the ring should speak to her personality.. Timeless with a hint or modern sharpness.. Well needless to say they nailed it! I couldn't be happier with how it came out! Next step is the wedding bands! Why would i go anywhere else? Dana Walden and Radika represent Excellence...for those of you looking for it....you found it.... read more

Dana Walden Bridal - THE RING! So happy with how it turned out! 1.5K oval - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

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Dana and Rad have been absolutely fantastic to work with. We wanted to do a custom engagement ring and the result was stunning. From design to finished product, every step had such high quality and they addressed all our questions and concerns as new clients. We could not be happier with their work and went back for our wedding bands (which goes without saying we are in love with as well)! read more

A few months ago I finally realized that the time was right to pop the question to my partner. I had my heart set on a surprise proposal. Of course this meant I would have to pick the ring out on my own, without any of her input. Clearly, this could go very right, or very, very wrong. I knew exactly what kind of ring I wanted to get her. I only had a couple requirements: 1) it had to be traditional, and 2) it had to be unique. Sadly, these two adjectives rarely go hand in hand. Fortunately, I found Dana Walden Bridal. Their personalized service helped allay all of my fears through the entire process. As soon as I saw the custom designs on their website (would love to have seen in person, but I live in California), I knew that I had no need to look anywhere else. After many conversations, Dana & Rad helped me choose the Juliette engagement ring. They even went above and beyond in terms of getting it resized and rush delivered all the way to the West Coast for the proposal. Thanks to their help, the girlfriend is now the fiancee, and she absolutely loves the ring! She even mentioned that it is more amazing than anything she could've imagined! Maybe I shouldn't have said that though, because I really don't want all you Yelpers going out and buying the same design lol. Like the ring itself, the entire ring-buying process was absolutely flawless. Not only did I find the perfect traditionally unique (or uniquely traditional?) design, but also a great socially responsible team in Dana & Rad who truly care about their clients' satisfaction. And to top it off, the prices are extremely reasonable! It boggles my mind to see friends spending way more at Tiffany's et al for much more common rings and much less individualized service. I would write that I would love to work with Dana & Rad again in the future, but let's be honest here, I'm getting married to the woman of my dreams (thanks in part to them!) and sure as hell won't be getting engaged again. So if you're looking for the right folks to handcraft the ring of your dreams, hit them up! But remember, just don't get the Juliette. read more

Dana Walden Bridal - Juliette diamond engagement ring right after she said yes. Thanks to San Francisco-based DuendePhoto for this shot. - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

Dana and Rad are absolutely incredible. We purchased our wedding bands from them and later returned to have my vintage Tiffany engagement ring from 1951 redesigned and reset. Not only are their designs extremely unique, tasteful, and timeless but they are able to perfectly capture what you are looking for (despite the very vague verbal explanation we gave them). My husband and I both get a lot of compliments on our unique yet classic wedding bands and the engagement ring they reset is an extremely improved version of the original Tiffany design, while still respecting the time period in which it was originally produced (which is exactly what we asked for). We thought the ring couldn't get more perfect than it already was but they made it so much better. Dana and Rad are extremely trustworthy, talented and genuinely nice people and a true pleasure to work with. We researched many jewelers before going with Dana and Rad and are so lucky we found them. We will be customers for life and look forward to referring friends and family. If you're looking for a jeweler - stop now and make an appointment with them! read more

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Let me begin by saying, the week after I gave the ring to my (then) girlfriend she said she couldn't imagine designing a more beautiful ring even if she was part of the process from the beginning. A big compliment from a fashion designer! I was looking for someone who I felt could bring me into their creative process and listen to what I was looking for but also push back if I was asking for something crazy. Working with Dana and Rad was an absolute pleasure and we found that balance immediately. In our first meeting I just wanted to see if I felt comfortable working with them so we could take it from there but I left knowing they were the ones that I wanted to create our ring. This was a surprise proposal so I went to Dana and Rad with a infosheet about my girlfriend, some mood board imagery and also some rings that I liked from their website. When I arrived they had all those rings ready for me to look at and a selection of other rings for me to look at based on what I was looking for. They were also amazing at picking out a diamond for me. They even gave us a third-party evaluation of the diamond for free (something you need for insurance) which was higher than they sold it to me for. If there was anything that was going to move the pricing above my range they were never pushy but always explained what the value would be and left the choice entirely up to me. Once we'd decided on a ring and diamond I couldn't wait to not only give it to my girlfriend but also bring her to meet Dana and Rad for a (free!) sizing. We'll be back! read more

Dana Walden Bridal - The beautiful final product! - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

This review is overdue! After more than a year of following their social media and becoming fans of their jewelry online, Dana and Rad did not disappoint when we finally met them in person. My fiancé and I had an amazing experience coming into their studio to pick out an engagement ring. They were professional while being warm and welcoming at the same time. Their designs are absolutely beautiful and I love their unique stones. That they use recycled metals and ethically source stones was important to me too. After wearing my ring for a few months now, I still can't stop obsessing over it. I've been recommending them to all my friends in the city! read more

When I began my search for an engagement ring, like most people nowadays, I found myself magically inundated with options in my Instagram feed (Zuckerberg is clearly spying on us). Beautifully curated pictures, fancy offices, and promises of unique, special diamonds and designs were posted to me daily for my viewing pleasure. However, after reaching out to several high profile designers, I quickly learned that fancy marketing wasn't yielding what I was envisioning: a unique, personalized experience, focused on beautiful, timeless design. Having seen Dana Walden's pieces, I sent a note to Dana and Rad to describe exactly what I was looking for-- I immediately set up time in their office to share our journey, and how I'd like to recognize our engagement and marriage. When I arrived at their office, the most important thing they did was listen-- I shared with them my design ideas, and they began to construct a plan to bring it to life, which was no easy feat. They were easy to talk to, personable, knowledgeable, and well connected in the industry. I left the office so comfortable with their suggestions, that I gave them the freedom to design whatever they saw fit. It was the best decision I've made in the engagement process (bedsides my choice in fiancé of course ;) In the end, I feel like my family has found a personal family jeweler that we will work alongside for many future designs, and my fiancé received an engagement ring that will be a family heirloom for generations to come. Although everyone's needs are unique, if you value the client experience, and beautiful, custom jewelry, this duo is the best in the business that I've come across, and they're even better human beings. Highly, highly, highly recommended. read more

[Review is based on a custom engagement ring purchase] If you want an experience that is personal, well-informed, encouraging, and patient, and a piece of jewelry that is high quality and unique, don't think - just go meet Dana and Rad. Personal - all of the appointments are private so you get their full attention. Well-Informed - with Dana & Rad's insight on design, pricing, the overall industry, you feel good about making such a big purchase with them. Encouraging & Patient - it took me 2 months from the first time we met with them, until we bought the ring, simply because I couldn't decide what I wanted. I felt lost and discouraged, but I made a second appointment and we were able to finalize a design that I felt great about. Quality & Uniqueness - of course you want your piece to be special, but they taught us that something doesn't have to be overtly non-traditional to be unique. Just knowing that the rose gold is their own unique color mix makes me feel like my ring is different from anyone else's. As soon as the door closed behind us after our first appointment, my then-apprehensive boyfriend said, "my mind has been changed." Fast forward a few months and he even got them in on the surprise proposal by having them send me a misleading e-mail...it totally worked. They're just the best and I feel like I've found a jeweler for life! read more

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I worked with Dana, and Rad for my now fiancee's engagement ring earlier this year. I knew my fiancee wanted a classic, timeless ring. For the design, I had some rough ideas of how I wanted to keep her vision while also making the ring unique and Dana and Rad helped guide me in the right direction and visualize what the ring would look like. They gave their own design suggestions and were genuinely invested in what the ring would look like. In addition, I was very particular about knowing everything about the process - how they make the ring, what materials they use, where the material is sourced, etc. - and they were very patient in answering all my questions and providing me with all the information I was looking for. Dana and Rad are extremely good at what they do, and I knew I could trust them to make a beautiful ring - which they did! We look forward to working with them again for our wedding bands next year. read more

It was a great experience working with Dana and Rad to get a ring -- they can certainly testify that I was really nervous, but they were beyond professional and walked me through everything from styles to their process and how they select the gem providers they work with. I especially appreciated their dedication to using recycled metals for their alloys and ethical gems. Couldn't recommend this place enough! read more

I choose Dana Walden Bridal because their designs are a perfect blend of unique aesthetic and timeless beauty. They can create classic rings better than anyone else, but there was one design in particular that I couldn't stop looking at. Through the process Dana and team were very communicative and concerned with delivering on time and ensuring I was happy - clearly going out of their way to do so. My fiancé is completely in love with the ring. The only downside is she looks at her hand more than me! read more

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As my fiancé said after we left their studio "well, that was easy!" and we mean that in the best way. I fell in love with the Portia ring from their Instagram, I reached out, we supplied our own center stone, they sourced the 2 side stones and built a ring that was even more beautiful than we both imagined (picture attached-ignore the nails and messy bed please - that's quarantine life!). In the studio, Dana was so helpful and we never felt rushed. When COVID-19 caused us to cancel our NYC trip and appointment to pick up the ring (and ultimately his very thought-out proposal plans), the Dana Walden team was able to quickly send the ring to Chicago and we wound up having a very impromptu proposal in our apt kitchen. Our "pandemic proposal" brought a little happiness to everyone in these crazy times. Thank you to the Dana Walden team for being so helpful and for being a part of this special time in our lives read more

Dana Walden Bridal - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I can't say enough about how great it was to work with Dana and Rad to create the perfect engagement ring for my now wife, as well as our wedding bands. We were looking to do something a bit more unique than what is available at typical jewelers, and a good friend who had some custom rings made recommended we meet with Dana and Rad. I'm really glad we did. They met with us to go through some design choices, and my wife fell in love with the Celine design in platinum. That was the easy part. With a design settled on, it was time to source the stone, which could have been really stressful. I didn't know (and frankly still don't) know anything more than the basics about diamonds, but Dana and Rad walked me through the process, and working with my budget and size requirements, helped me find the perfect stone. They sourced a bunch for me to look at, and really got me way more for my money than I could have gotten anywhere else. I did look at other stones independently, but Dana and Rad made it infinitely easier on me. Spending more than most people spend on a new car on a small rock without a clear market can be pretty stressful, but they made it really easy, transparent, and as stress free as possible. We also had DWB make our wedding bands, with me opting for a simple band (the Kennedy) and a custom eternity band for my wife to match the contours of the engagement ring. They turned out great. All in all, working with Dana and Rad was a great experience, and felt really personal. I'm not the most sentimental person, but it was really nice knowing the people making such important objects for us. We (meaning I) will definitely work with them again for future occasions and gifts, and unreservedly recommend them to our friends. read more

Dana Walden Bridal - Jewelry Near Me - Manhattan, New York

I wouldn't know a cushion cut from a radiant if my life depended on it. Fortunately, Dana does. I live in Manhattan, and I can assure you, the state of engagement ring pricing is like an arms race. Bigger guns, higher prices. Friends of ours had gotten their ring through Dana Walden Bridal, and suggested them to us. Lucky me. It's pretty tacky to speak of pricing, but comparable rings would have been vastly more expensive than the ones we were looking at. I was pretty much laughed out of Tiffany's, dismissed pretty haughtily at Van Cleef and Arpels, and over-budget by $5k at Kwiat. It should be noted that I told Kwiat my ceiling. They just chose to ignore it. So it was refreshing to have Dana and Radika kind of guide us through the process, listen, and be generally very human about the whole thing. Condescension and intimidation are not really something I look for when dropping several months of rent into a small, shiny object. And what a shiny object it is! We selected a beautiful, vintage ring that we would never have found on our own had we not come across Dana Walden Bridal. She's happy, which means I'm happy. In what is already one of the scariest processes of one's adult life, this was as smooth and easy as I could imagine. Their custom pieces are beautiful, their vintage ring collection is magnificent, and they are all genuine and kind people. My fiancee, on merit of the ring alone, is guiding new clients to them. I, having neither the winsome digits nor the sparkly ring, must simply try and do it in the form of words. I simply cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

I knew my now-fiancée wanted a sapphire engagement ring, and after doing hours of research online, decided to suggest that we pick out a ring together. We talked to several jewelry designers over the course of several weeks to get a sense for what we wanted in a custom ring, but we kept returning to Dana and Rad. Throughout the process they were attentive, professional, creative, accommodating (but not afraid to express their opinion!), transparent, and patient. They were wonderfully communicative, but also helped *us* to communicate about such a complex and unfamiliar thing. So much of finding the perfect ring is feeling confident in the search, and my fiancée and I are happy to have gone through such a positive and personal process together. I highly recommend Dana Walden Bridal to others shopping alone or with their significant other! read more

I highly recommend Dana & Rad if you're looking for a unique engagement ring designed and crafted by local artisans. My story might be different than others. My wife and I didn't go ring shopping together, I wanted to research it myself and make it a total surprise when I proposed. Admittedly, it was a daunting task. However, Dana & Rad made it easy. They walked me through my design options and the experience felt very personal. It was nice to know they are so passionate about their work and really cared about what I was going to give my wife. The hardest part was choosing a diamond within a certain budget. Dana is a designer and jeweler by trade, so he really knows his stuff. He sourced three diamonds and taught me how to notice the differences in color and clarity. He didn't push me one way, but definitely had an opinion when I asked for one. I felt confident that I chose the right diamond when I walked out. My wife did as well. I ended up going with their Celine engagement ring. It has a slight curve that seemed very organic, but the overall look is timeless. Since then, I had them design our wedding bands and other jewelry for the wedding. On top of that, I referred them to all my friends and colleagues in the market for a ring. Several have worked with Dana & Rad, and we all agree that they would do it again (but hopefully won't have to haha). Last two points - they used conflict free diamonds and all their metals are recycled. So if that matters to you (it did to me), know that you'll feel safe in addition to getting a great ring and experience. Also, definitely visit their 5th Avenue studio. It's really charming and they have an impressive selection of jewelry on display. read more