Whether you buy it on your own before proposing to your loved one, or together after she has accepted, the act of procuring an engagement ring can be quite a daunting proposition.
It is, after all, probably the most symbolic and significant purchase you are ever likely to make.
Thankfully there are several outlets in Melbourne that you can visit to buy the perfect engagement ring. From some of the biggest and most famous jewellers in the industry, whose flagship stores light up the CBD like glistening diamonds, to smaller independent boutiques run by talented designers with cutting-edge vision, here are 20 of the best places in Melbourne to buy an engagement ring.
If your bride-to-be wants something unique and custom-made, or a specific catalogue design that has caught her eye. Between them, these outlets should provide plenty of opportunities to source the engagement ring of her dreams.
1. Holdsworth Bros. Jewellers
Holdsworth Bros. Jewellers is a family owned and run business that has been wowing customers in Melbourne with the quality of their work since 1884.
Specialising in exquisite diamond rings, all of their pieces are meticulously crafted to world-class quality standards.
Using diamonds that are perfectly cut either in round or ornate shapes, all their rings are works of art.
Located in both the Eastland and Knox shopping centres, their selection of in-store designs is sure to impress. While those who want something customised can work with their experienced and talented staff to help create the ring of your fiance’s dreams.
Address: Eastland and Knox City Shopping Centres
Phone: Eastland +61 3 9870 8030, Knox +61 3 9887 2747
Hours: Mon – Wed 9 am – 5 pm, Thu – Fri 9 am – 9 pm, Sat 9 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm
2. Michael Hill
Michael Hill is a major player in the Aussie jewellery scene.
Operating several stores across the Melbourne CBD and surrounding suburbs, they offer one of the biggest selections of diamond engagement rings in Australia.
Renowned for their excellent customer service, their pieces are the epitome of quality and
outstanding craftsmanship. Their range also covers all budgets and styles, which makes them accessible to a wide range of people.
Address: 118 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9650 2773
Hours: Mon – Thu 9:30 am – 7 pm, Fri 9:30 am – 8 pm, Sat 9:30 am – 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 6 pm
3. Charles Rose
For over a century, Charles Rose has enjoyed a reputation for being one of the most acclaimed jewellery makers in the world.
Operating out of their flagship CBD store in Bourke Street, they are also renowned for being one of the best jewellers in the country when it comes to making custom-designed diamond rings.
The company ethically sources every one of their diamonds. Drawing upon the extensive knowledge of their expert team to select the perfect one to incorporate within all of their hand-crafted ring designs.
Address: 415 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9642 8989
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 5 pm, Fri 10 am – 6:30 pm, Sat 10 am – 4:30 pm
4. Kavalri Jewellery
Over in Hawthorn East, Kavalri Jewellery is quietly overseeing a change in the way Australians purchase engagement rings.
A well-known supplier of diamond jewellery, they run a massive database of rings that are GIA certified. All of these are available at prices that are virtually at a wholesale level.
They even give you the option of buying a loose diamond which you can take elsewhere to be made up. Or enlist the help of their own highly creative and talented designs to make a custom ring for you.
Address: Suite 5/235 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East, VIC, 3123
Phone: (03) 8849 9134
Hours: Wed – Fri 9:30 am – 6 pm, Sat 9 am – 5 pm, Sun 9 am – 1 pm
5. Australian Diamond Network
If you are looking for the perfect diamond ring then The Australian Diamond Network should be one of your first ports of call.
As their name alludes to, these guys are an authority on the subject.
Based at Centre Point within the Bourke Street Mall, they provide you with the chance to design a ring to your own specifications. Which therefore affords you total control of the overall cost and creative process associated with it.
As well as in-store, they also have a vast selection of engagement and wedding rings, as well as loose diamonds available online. So you should have no problem finding what you are looking for.
Address: 1st Floor, Centre Point 283-297 Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9660 4455
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 5:30 pm, Fri 10 am – 7 pm, Sat 9:30 am – 5 pm, Sun 11:30 am – 5 pm
6. Anton Jewellery
As the official agent for several of the world’s most acclaimed luxury jewellery brands, Anton Jewellery has some of the best quality diamond rings available in Melbourne at its disposal.
You’ll find them at both the Chadstone Shopping Centre and the Westfield Doncaster. Once there you are sure to be blown away by the exceptional range of engagement rings they offer.
For those who want something custom-made, they also provide a full service that will create something extraordinary for you.
Locations:
Chadstone Shopping Centre, 338/1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone VIC 3148 – Phone: +61 3 9569 1000
Westfield Doncaster, Shop 1078A/619 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108 – Phone: +61 3 9848 5888
Hours: Mon – Wed 10 am – 5:30 pm, Thu – Sat 10 am – 9 pm, Sun 10 am – 7 pm (Chadstone Shopping Centre); Mon – Wed 10 am – 5:30 pm, Thu – Fri 10 am – 9 pm, Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm (Westfield Doncaster)
7. Janai
A stalwart in the CBD in Melbourne, Janai has been making unique jewellery for its customers since the late 1980s.
Their team includes some of Melbourne’s most noteworthy sketch artists and diamond setters who are very in tune with the latest styles.
They also are blessed with genius jewellery designers who are very adept at bringing your vision to life in the form of a finished ring.
Alternatively, you may well be happy with what they offer in their massive range of ready-to-go engagement and wedding rings.
Address: 1/259 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9662 1455
Hours: Mon – Thu 10:15 am – 5:30 pm, Fri 10:15 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm
8. Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co is a global powerhouse in the world of diamond rings.
Arguably the benchmark to which all other jewellery is produced their flagship store on Collins Street has some of the most breathtaking wedding and engagement rings in the whole of Melbourne.
If you are looking for something that will make your bride-to-be gasp with delight, this is definitely the place to come.
Address: 267 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 1800 731 131
Hours: Mon – Thu & Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Fri 10 am – 7 pm, Sun 11 am – 5 pm
9. Bevilles
If you are looking for an engagement ring which comes with the peace of mind of a lifetime cleaning guarantee then you’ll want to check out Bevilles.
Situated in the London City Stores building on Elizabeth Street in the CBD, it offers a huge range of diamond rings for you to propose.
The knowledgeable staff have assisted thousands of couples over the years to find a ring that suits their style and budget.
As well as the lifetime cleaning guarantee, they also offer complimentary resizing to previous customers as well.
Address: Shop 7 London City Stores 152, 154-168 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9654 6411
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 6 pm, Fri 10 am – 9 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 5 pm
10. Robert H. Parker & Son
For a small, independent business, Robert H. Parker & Son has made quite an impression on the Melbourne jewellery scene.
Specialising in diamond engagement rings – although they can work with any material – the highly talented craftsmen at this Swanston Street establishment are experts at matching your vision with a finished product you can be very proud of.
Priding themselves on offering world-class customer services, their attention to detail and the sheer love they put into every piece they create, is what sets them apart from their competitors.
Address: 201/125 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9650 3371
Hours: Mon – Thu 9 am – 5 pm, Fri 9 am – 7 pm, Sat 8 am – 12 pm
11. Mary Titchener Fine Jewels
If you are the type of person who believes that engagement rings should last until your dying day and serve as a reflection of your personality, then you should check out the cool range available at Mary Titchener Fine Jewels.
Situated in South Yarra, they offer an excellent range of vintage and antique rings that perfectly capture this sentiment. Each of these oozes a rich sense of character and history.
Address: 35 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141
Phone: +61 488 031 785
Hours: Mon – Fri 10:30 am – 5 pm, Sat 10:30 am – 3 pm
12. Temelli
Set across five separate locations in the city, Temelli is a very well-known name in the Melbourne jewellery scene.
Specialising in both ready-to-wear and custom-made engagement rings, they use diamonds that are internationally certified as well as top-quality precious metals.
Known for employing some of Melbourne’s most creative and talented jewellery makers, their main store is located on Collins Street in the CBD.
Address: 1/259 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9639 5556
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 am – 5:30 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 12 pm – 5 pm
13. Bulgari
Bulgari is another heavy hitter in the Melbourne luxury jewellery market.
Known around the world for its high-quality pieces, this deluxe brand is synonymous with style, elegance and excellence.
Over at their flagship store on Collins Street, they have an impressive showroom that features some of the most eye-catching diamond-designed engagement and wedding rings you will find in the city.
Address: 123 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9663 8100
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 6 pm, Fri 10 am – 7 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 5 pm
14. Jan Logan
Jan Logan is another upscale jewellery brand on Collins Street.
Arguably one of the most acclaimed and recognisable Aussie brands of fine jewellery, their huge collection of diamond rings covers a myriad of designs and styles.
Including some of the most sought-after pieces in the city, there is a good chance your future wife already has her eye on something from their store!
Should she want something unique, they also provide a custom service that can create something beautiful for her.
Address: 90 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9650 9099
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 am – 6 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm
15. Chanel
Chanel is another of the world’s most celebrated luxury brands.
Their store is situated in the CBD on Flinders Lane, so it is well worth popping in there if you are after something quintessentially French and classy.
Boasting cutting-edge designs that are at the forefront of current trends for haute couture, this is the place to come if you want to treat your loved one to something stylish, elegant and a touch extravagant.
Address: 140 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1300 242 635
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 6 pm, Fri 10 am – 7 pm, Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Sun 11 am – 5 pm
16. Hardy Brothers
For over 165 years Hardy Brothers have been the go-to-store for many Melbournians when it comes to fine diamond rings and jewellery.
Proudly Australian-owned and managed, they remain one of the only jewellers in Australia to be designated as a ‘select Argyle atelier’.
This means they have been chosen for their exceptional quality, overall integrity and commendable creativity to incorporate the very rare and highly sought-after Argyle Pink Diamond within their designs.
Address: 338 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9624 5300
Hours: Mon – Fri 9:30 am – 5:30 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 4 pm
17. Cartier
As you would expect from a global powerhouse like Cartier, their extensive range of diamond rings falls very much at the top of the range.
If you are looking for a statement engagement ring with a bit of style and panache then it is hard to go past what they offer.
Like many others, their flagship deluxe jewellery store can be found on Collins Street within the CBD.
Containing everything from classic and timeless pieces to designs like the incredible Cartier Destinée which will make your fiance feel like a million dollars, the team here are committed to helping you find a ring she will love.
Address: 90 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 1800 130 000
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 6 pm, Fri 10 am – 7 pm, Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Sun 11 am – 5 pm
18. Keshett
If you are a true romantic at heart then a trip to Keshett on Little Collins Street is something you should consider.
Specialising in all manner of vintage and Art Deco designs, their engagement rings are straight out of a bygone era.
Characterised by expert attention to detail, their mid-century styles all feature elaborate designs that have a special ‘they-don’t-make-them-like-that-anymore’ quality to them.
If you would rather have something a bit more modern, however, they also offer plenty of more traditional styles as well.
Address: 323-325 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9654 1514
Hours: Mon – Thu 10 am – 5:30 pm, Fri 10 am – 6 pm, Sat 11 am – 5 pm, Sun 11 am – 4 pm
19. Larsen Jewellery
Situated on Bourke Street, Larsen Jewellery excels in producing bespoke engagement and wedding rings to exceptional standards.
As well as the pieces they make for very special moments, they also offer a range of other exceptional jewellery items and a notable ready-to-wear collection too.
Located in: Melbourne’s GPO
Address: Level 2/350 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Hours: Tue – Sat 10 am – 6 pm
Phone: (03) 9662 3005
20. Rutherford
If the likes of estate, vintage and fine antique jewellery are more your bag, then you should pop into Rutherford on Little Collins Street.
Showcasing a range of engagement rings that were made in the 1800s, their collection has a real sense of history and nostalgia to it.
As each piece has been meticulously restored, they are a tip of the hat to longevity and value for money.
Address: 182 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9650 7878
Hours: Mon – Fri 10 am – 5:30 pm, Sat 10 am – 5 pm