We had our engagement ring custom made with Catherine and it was a smooth journey throughout. They managed to source out a diamond cut that was uncommon to find here and we love our ring. They were responsive and listened to our considerations.

so happy with the service that i received from catherine from start to finish :) i also really appreciated the fact that she was patient despite my check ins and need to look at the gem twice 🥰 really loved the end product - recommend them if you're reading this and looking for an engagement ring!!

Received our wedding bands today :) V thankful to May, Kris, Katherine for helping us ideate and create our engagement ring and wedding bands :) Highly recommend!

Tessellate has played a crucial part in my fiancée’s and my engagement journey. From the beginning at the early stages of design concept till the collection, Catherine has been very patient, warm and supportive in this process and we cannot be more thankful!

Catherine was absolutely amazing to work with! She helped us find the perfect engagement ring and wedding bands. Her expertise made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. She listened closely to our preferences, offered honest guidance, and helped us make confident decisions without any pressure. Her attention to detail and warm personality truly set her apart. Catherine is very good at what she does, and her customer service is exceptional. We love our rings so much. We highly recommend Catherine to anyone looking for beautiful jewelry and an outstanding experience!

Bespoke by Tessellate is a Singapore jewellery studio located at #B1-02 in Wheelock Place. It specialises in customised engagement rings, wedding bands and meaningful jewellery designed around the individual customer. Tessellate was founded in Singapore in 2014 by May, whose fascination with gemstones developed during a solo journey to India. Over time, she assembled a large collection of individually selected stones and developed the business from a jewellery label into a specialist bespoke service. The company works with natural gemstones, diamonds, laboratory-grown diamonds, moissanite, 18-karat gold and platinum. The strongest distinction is its emphasis on coloured gemstones. Many conventional engagement-ring shops begin with the assumption that the central stone should be a white diamond. Tessellate offers a broader vocabulary, including sapphires in lavender, teal and other tones, as well as alternative stones selected for colour, personality or meaning. The founder’s large gemstone collection allows the design process to begin with the stone itself. Because natural gemstones differ in hue, clarity, shape and internal character, the final ring can be designed around the particular stone rather than forcing every stone into a standard catalogue setting. The result is potentially more individual, though customers should always ask clearly about treatment, origin, certification and durability before purchasing a valuable coloured gem. A second distinction is the combination of personalisation and accessible luxury. The company presents bespoke work not merely as an ultra-expensive service for collectors but as something that can be tailored to different budgets. Its published examples include rings using moissanite, laboratory-grown diamonds and natural coloured stones, with starting prices varying according to the material and complexity of the setting. A third quality is its attachment to slow fashion and enduring design. Rather than relying only on frequent seasonal collections, Tessellate emphasises jewellery intended to remain relevant for many years. This is particularly appropriate for engagement rings and wedding bands, whose value is not primarily fashion novelty but emotional continuity. The company also describes its design philosophy through the ideas of simplicity and timeless elegance. The Wheelock showroom expresses this visually. There is little decorative clutter. The muted surfaces and generous spacing allow the stones and finished pieces to become the visual focus. What makes the studio interesting is that the design may begin with the customer’s story rather than with a standard catalogue. Clients can discuss the gemstone, metal, setting, proportions and symbolic details with the design team. Its coloured sapphires and other distinctive gemstones offer an alternative to the conventional white-diamond engagement ring. The Wheelock Place showroom has a calm and elegant interior. Pale curved walls, timber-and-glass cabinets, warm metallic frames and carefully spaced displays make it feel more like a private design salon than a normal jewellery shop. The understated interior allows attention to remain on the stones and the craftsmanship. When I passed the store, it appeared to be closed, so I was unable to examine the jewellery closely. The company’s published hours currently state that it opens daily from 11.30 am to 8.30 pm, but its bespoke consultations are conducted by appointment. This may explain why the showroom was secured when I visited. It would be sensible to make an appointment before coming specifically for a consultation. The name Tessellate is particularly appropriate. Tessellation describes separate forms joining together to create a complete pattern. Here, gemstone, metal, craftsmanship and personal memory are brought together to create a single piece of jewellery. It is a thoughtful local alternative to the large international jewellery houses surrounding Orchard Road.

Really positive experience here with clear and detailed explaination on purchasing diamonds and the various types. For someone like myself who came in without knowing anything, it wasn't too difficult as well! They were able to help me keep within the budget as well so would highly recommend!

The engagement ring we received was absolutely beautiful and met our high expectations. Catherine was extremely helpful and supportive throughout the custom design process, taking the time to understand what we were looking for and guiding us through the different options. We particularly appreciated the discreet collection and the thoughtful, personal approach throughout the experience. The final ring is elegant, beautifully crafted, and feels very special to us. We are very pleased with the result and with the overall service we received. We would happily recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a well-crafted, bespoke engagement ring and a personal experience.