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Wedding Traditions & Modern Heirlooms

Tradition gives shape to memory. But like love itself, it evolves. In this journal entry, our founder Natalie Fitch reflects upon the personal rituals, cultural customs, and milestones that continue to shape the role of the wedding ring today – from the first "yes" to the decades that follow.

How do you see traditional wedding bands evolving in meaning and form today? What does modern commitment look like through jewellery?

The sentiment behind a wedding band will never change. It is a symbol of commitment, a promise of forever, a vow to stand together through the good times and the hardships of life, united. What is changing is the depth of what couples are seeking. Today’s couples want more than a ring - they want meaning embedded in every detail. They want to be part of the process, to understand the what, the how, and the why. From the sourcing of materials to the symbolism in design, they are seeking connection to every layer.

We are privileged to join our couples on this journey of commitment, and are excited to see more and more of our couples choosing to tell their own unique story through their wedding bands. Hidden birthstones, secret engravings, custom designs to mark a moment in time. We view this as an opportunity, to commit to each other while also celebrating process, honouring place and marking meaning. These rings will stay with you forever, gathering signs of a life shared over years to come, and heirloom that tells one of the most beautiful stories we are privileged to witness in life - true love. 

How do you see traditional wedding bands evolving in meaning and form today? What does modern commitment look like through jewellery?

The sentiment behind a wedding band will never change. It is a symbol of commitment, a promise of forever, a vow to stand together through the good times and the hardships of life, united. What is changing is the depth of what couples are seeking. Today’s couples want more than a ring - they want meaning embedded in every detail. They want to be part of the process, to understand the what, the how, and the why. From the sourcing of materials to the symbolism in design, they are seeking connection to every layer.

We are privileged to join our couples on this journey of commitment, and are excited to see more and more of our couples choosing to tell their own unique story through their wedding bands. Hidden birthstones, secret engravings, custom designs to mark a moment in time. We view this as an opportunity, to commit to each other while also celebrating process, honouring place and marking meaning. These rings will stay with you forever, gathering signs of a life shared over years to come, and heirloom that tells one of the most beautiful stories we are privileged to witness in life - true love. 

"To see a World in a Grain of Sand
And a Heaven in a Wild Flower,
Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour."​
- William Blake

"To see a World in a Grain of Sand
And a Heaven in a Wild Flower,
Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour."​
- William Blake

Outside of engagements and weddings, what are some moments you believe deserve to be marked with jewellery? How can a these pieces become a time capsule of a shared life?

There is no moment too small to be celebrated with a piece of jewellery. A vessel to commit a fleeting moment to memory, mark a long road travelled, celebrate a new life, or honour a life well lived. We’ve carved space to hold some of life’s most meaningful moments - standing with you in joy, and by your side through tragedy. Jewellery has the quiet, undeniable ability to carry us through all of life’s twists and turns. A piece purchased with intention in one moment can evolve over time - its meaning deepening, shifting, growing with you. As we grow and life changes around us, so too do our connections with the objects we hold close.

We are honoured to welcome new clients into this journey, and equally moved by those who return to us, again and again, to continue telling their stories through our pieces. Over time, these pieces become more than adornment, they become time capsules. They hold memory of where you were, who you were, and what mattered most in that moment. Eventually, they layer together into a living archive of your story, one rich in all that matters.

Outside of engagements and weddings, what are some moments you believe deserve to be marked with jewellery? How can a these pieces become a time capsule of a shared life?

There is no moment too small to be celebrated with a piece of jewellery. A vessel to commit a fleeting moment to memory, mark a long road travelled, celebrate a new life, or honour a life well lived. We’ve carved space to hold some of life’s most meaningful moments - standing with you in joy, and by your side through tragedy. Jewellery has the quiet, undeniable ability to carry us through all of life’s twists and turns. A piece purchased with intention in one moment can evolve over time - its meaning deepening, shifting, growing with you. As we grow and life changes around us, so too do our connections with the objects we hold close.

We are honoured to welcome new clients into this journey, and equally moved by those who return to us, again and again, to continue telling their stories through our pieces. Over time, these pieces become more than adornment, they become time capsules. They hold memory of where you were, who you were, and what mattered most in that moment. Eventually, they layer together into a living archive of your story, one rich in all that matters.

What does working with champagne diamonds bring to these pieces? Do you see their symbolism — stability, clarity, grounding — as aligning with the spirit of long-term love?

Our first intention of launching champagne diamonds was a profound commitment to place, a celebration of country and a connection to our processes at NMJ. Additionally, champagne diamonds symbolise stability - acting as an anchor for a love everlasting. Those we choose to share our life with, be it romantic partners, family, or friends who feel like family, become our ultimate anchor. Our grounding force, keeping us true. Champagne diamonds are warm, and welcoming. Unique, as every meaningful connection is. Finite in their resource, like all of the most special facets of our lives. These diamonds represent the very special magic, in the people we surround ourselves with, the place we have chosen to call home and the magic within ourselves, that make us uniquely who we are. 

The contrast of white and champagne diamonds in these pieces speaks to balance. Both diamonds acting to enhance the other, bringing out the best of both. Together they tell a story of duality and depth. We all look to surround ourselves with people who reflect our light, who celebrate us, cherish us, and challenge us - encouraging us to be the best we can be. This playful representation of tone, while visually beautiful and unexpected, speaks to something more. A story of soulmates. 

What does working with champagne diamonds bring to these pieces? Do you see their symbolism — stability, clarity, grounding — as aligning with the spirit of long-term love?

Our first intention of launching champagne diamonds was a profound commitment to place, a celebration of country and a connection to our processes at NMJ. Additionally, champagne diamonds symbolise stability - acting as an anchor for a love everlasting. Those we choose to share our life with, be it romantic partners, family, or friends who feel like family, become our ultimate anchor. Our grounding force, keeping us true. Champagne diamonds are warm, and welcoming. Unique, as every meaningful connection is. Finite in their resource, like all of the most special facets of our lives. These diamonds represent the very special magic, in the people we surround ourselves with, the place we have chosen to call home and the magic within ourselves, that make us uniquely who we are. 

The contrast of white and champagne diamonds in these pieces speaks to balance. Both diamonds acting to enhance the other, bringing out the best of both. Together they tell a story of duality and depth. We all look to surround ourselves with people who reflect our light, who celebrate us, cherish us, and challenge us - encouraging us to be the best we can be. This playful representation of tone, while visually beautiful and unexpected, speaks to something more. A story of soulmates. 

How do you envision clients wearing or stacking these bands over time?  

 When two people meet and commit to a life together, they agree to meet each other where they are, throughout forever. Through change and evolution, growth and challenge. The journey of a marriage can tell a thousand stories, that’s what makes a union: a thousand stories, a thousand moments of choosing one another. We believe in celebrating them all.

My hope in expanding our offering to include champagne diamonds grounded in place, is that we afford our community the ability to invest in a wearable token of our appreciation for the Australian earth. An invitation to mark the place that holds special memories of home and of family, of resilience and belonging – always holding this close, wherever life may take you. Or, to create a story of duality and contrast by combining champagne diamonds with deep blue sapphires or brilliant white diamonds. Perhaps reflective of the varied parts of themselves they’ve come to know, or the complimentary differences between themselves and their partner that results in a perfect harmony worth celebrating. The opportunities are endless, to tell your story through these special stones filled with warmth, individuality and belonging.

We hope to welcome you back throughout this journey and help you mark the most special moments; the birth of a child, a milestone anniversary, or a quiet, defining moment just between you. To continue telling your story, to create your own lasting legacy. What becomes of an intentional, meaningful curation of jewellery, are heirlooms as rich in story as the life that shaped them. 

How do you envision clients wearing or stacking these bands over time?  

 When two people meet and commit to a life together, they agree to meet each other where they are, throughout forever. Through change and evolution, growth and challenge. The journey of a marriage can tell a thousand stories, that’s what makes a union: a thousand stories, a thousand moments of choosing one another. We believe in celebrating them all.

My hope in expanding our offering to include champagne diamonds grounded in place, is that we afford our community the ability to invest in a wearable token of our appreciation for the Australian earth. An invitation to mark the place that holds special memories of home and of family, of resilience and belonging – always holding this close, wherever life may take you. Or, to create a story of duality and contrast by combining champagne diamonds with deep blue sapphires or brilliant white diamonds. Perhaps reflective of the varied parts of themselves they’ve come to know, or the complimentary differences between themselves and their partner that results in a perfect harmony worth celebrating. The opportunities are endless, to tell your story through these special stones filled with warmth, individuality and belonging.

We hope to welcome you back throughout this journey and help you mark the most special moments; the birth of a child, a milestone anniversary, or a quiet, defining moment just between you. To continue telling your story, to create your own lasting legacy. What becomes of an intentional, meaningful curation of jewellery, are heirlooms as rich in story as the life that shaped them.