Tomfoolery London’s annual celebration of all things bridal and commitment is back this year, with an eye-popping selection of rings and jewelry by independent designers, created for loving unions of all kinds. At LOVEring this time around, there are some absolute gems available for anyone on the hunt for contemporary engagement rings, wedding bands, and even gifts for the bridal party.
The jewelry gallery’s creative director, Laura Kay, advocates craftsmanship and original design in her curation. This year, she has noticed a trend towards vibrant colors and especially tones of green, reflected in her edit with magnificent pieces by Ruth Tomlinson and Ciara Bowles, while leaning towards warmer tones, Ellis Mhairi Cameron channels the sunset with peachy sapphires, morganite and tourmaline alongside her trademark diamonds. New for 2024, are designers Charlotte Rowena, Irena Chmura, Leto Lama, Rosalyn Faith and Sarah Straussberg who stands out for her sculptural, swirls around the finger, elevated with diamonds.
Toi et Moi rings are also coming in strong as a meaningful way to celebrate a union, with traditional white diamonds on simple bands by in-house brand tf House - Diamonds, using mix-and-match cuts that could symbolize two different halves of a partnership. Finally, signet shapes, like Leto Lama’s spectacular watermelon tourmaline ring below and Lynne Maclachlan's sapphire solitaire above, make for a unique way to honor a union
Whether you’re looking for earrings for your bridesmaids, or a commitment ring for your partner, you can stop by Tomfoolery until June 22.
Emerald and sapphire kaleidoscope ring by Ciara Bowles
Drawing on the cultural crucible of London’s East End where she lives and works, Ciara Bowles’ is led by her strong sense of color to create captivating one-of-a-kind pieces. Working with gemstones from discarded jewelry and recycled gold, a clear, minty emerald is ringed with tonal multicolored sapphires in a very special piece that redefines the traditional engagement solitaire.
Rustic Silver Empty Heart ring by Franny E
There’s something especially beautiful about a mother-daughter design team creating bridal jewelry, using family tools. Franny E’s delicate blackened silver textured ring with a 14kt Fairmined gold open heart is designed to be filled with meaning, as a beautiful placeholder or engagement ring, or even a bridesmaid gift.
Oona Eternity ring by Sarah Straussman
New to LOVEring, Sarah Straussman’s bridal jewelry is clean and geometric, with the kind of efficient, minimalist design that exudes polished style. The beauty of the Oona eternity ring lies in its form; a band of champagne-colored South African Ocean Diamonds accentuates two sculptural interwoven lines that encircle the finger.
Teal Sapphire Dryad ring by Irena Chmura
A cluster of peacock teal sapphires makes for a magnificent engagement ring, lifted with celebratory champagne diamonds, that carry all the symbolism of the eternal stone. Ethically sourced gems are paired with Fairtrade and recycled metals in Chmura’s meaingful, painterly creations.
Watermelon tourmaline ring by Leto Lama
Leto Lama’s showstopping watermelon tourmaline is a spectacular ring and a canvas for personality. Playful emeralds and sapphires surround a succulent 2,75 carat watermelon tourmaline in a one-of-a-kind piece rooted in the designer’s love of history and mythology. Joyful and bold, without taking over, this is the ideal jewel for anyone considering wearing a single ring to represent both engagement and union