I've purchased a few pieces from dejan and love all of them. They are incredibly well made and unique designs. He has also repaired necklaces or altered them to work better for me and every time you can't see where he fixed them. He is my go to jeweler and I'm always satisfied. read more

We had an excellent experience working with Dejan from Dejan Studio Jewelry. From start to finish, the customer service was outstanding. Dejan is incredibly meticulous with every detail, highly creative throughout the design process, and made the entire experience feel collaborative and personalized. We had spare gold pieces that he was able to use towards a stunning gold men's wedding band that is Celtic knot style. Many people have complemented and have been very impressed with the style and detail of this ring in just 3 weeks of it being worn. Communication was always clear, timely, and professional, which made everything smooth and stress-free. You can tell Dejan genuinely cares about his craftsmanship and his clients. I would highly recommend Dejan Studio Jewelry to anyone looking for custom jewelry and a designer who truly goes above and beyond. read more

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We bought our custom wedding rings from Dejan. The craftsmanship is exquisite and they're so unique. Mixed metal with lab diamonds in white and blue. My husband's ring was a bit big and they re-sized it with no problem. Dejan is a true artist! Thank you for the rings, which we will treasure forever!! read more

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Dejan Studio Jewelry has done an amazing job re-creating a lost earring from the favorite jewelry set that was dormant due to missing earring. Dejan provided an outstanding assessment and demonstrated a high quality understanding of jewelry while evaluating an earring that had to be matched. The cost was fair and quality was above any expectation-where you could not tell which one is original and which one is a match. Every person in the store worked hard that my emotions and my expectations are either matched or exceeded. I highly recommend this studio for any needs because the highest quality and emotional satisfaction that you will have wearing their products. Thank you Dejan Studio for making it happen to continue living the dream with the favorite jewelry set. read more

Dejan Studio Jewelry - Making a matching earring that was lost - Jewelry Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Over the last 3 years, I've had an engagement ring, wedding rings, and earrings designed by Dejan. All have turned out fantastic. He will work with you on what you would like as well as provide advise of his own. He has a wealth of experience in dealing with all types of customers which is priceless. I highly recommend this place. read more

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I had a vision of a gift. The choices in this jewelry store are beautiful and unique. I worked with the owner and was extremely satisfied with the outcome read more

Was looking for a wedding ring for myself that was different and was me. Dejan Studio customized a ring in Rose Gold that was perfect. It took them about 3 weeks to make and deliver. Could not be any happier!! Thanks read more

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It is criminal that I can't give more than 5 stars! Twenty years ago a family heirloom slipped off my finger and was terribly mangled. I've had appraisals for the ring to be fixed over the years, but due to the age and craftsmanship, it couldn't be fixed by anyone. A true artisan was needed; someone with exceptional skill and appreciation for old world artistry. When browsing rings in Dejan Studio, I was taken back by the beauty and skill of the pieces. I had been chatting with the owner and I asked if he did repair work. The quote was quite reasonable given the level of work involved, and his appreciation for the craftsmanship was apparent. I had finally found the right person. He told me if he succeeded it would be a before and after picture he'd us for years to come. Today I put on a ring I haven't worn in 20 years, and he beamed as he described the stones, the setting and told me what a fun project it had been. If anyone has any jewelry needs in the DMV, and you want a true artisan, Dejan is the only place to go. read more

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Dejan designed my engagement ring and both of our wedding bands. He listened to all of my ideas and managed to incorporate them into one beautiful set. He's truly an artist, and you can tell he's passionate and loves what he does. Definitely recommend!! read more

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If you're looking for the best in the region, you've found them. These are these true masters! We met with numerous jewelry makers before we found Ivan, Dejan, Emily and Eduardo's team, who helped us from vision to final product. We had a rare stone and wanted to make an engagement ring truly unique and elegant to fit the stone. Within three weeks, Ivan provided several designs matching and exceeding our ideas. Emily and Dejan also provided help with the design and for the final product Eduardo was able to include technically challenging additions. We felt welcomed and supported by the team throughout the process. We couldn't be happier with the final product from these exceptional artists! read more

Dejan adapted some earrings he had already made to exactly my taste. Rose gold, white and orange diamonds, dangling, and a size that was perfect for me. They are exactly what I was dreaming of. read more

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I never write reviews but felt compelled to! I had an unusual request...my mother-in-law had passed away. She wore an enamel butterfly daily and my three daughters loved this necklace because it reminded them of her. But what to do?? There was only one necklace and three daughters! Enter Dejan! He miraculously created two replicas of an old fashioned enamel necklace. They are indistinguishable from the original. Granted, the process took some time but he was tireless in his effort to create pieces that would do honor to the original. My girls are going to be so excited. Thank you, Dejan, for your beautiful creations and for keeping the family peace!!! read more

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I have been a fan of Dejan Studio Jewelry for years: something about Dejan's artful combination of metals, jewels, and shapes is just breathtaking. I finally worked with Dejan on a commission piece recently, and I was so happy with the process. Dejan was so great at communicating throughout the process, and the final product was just what I had hoped for (and somehow surprisingly more beautiful than I had imagined). I would definitely recommend Dejan Studio Jewelry for commissions, and I would especially recommend stopping by Dejan Studio Jewelry's studio in Alexandria. Dejan's pieces are so impressive and beautiful in person, and his collection of jewelry spans many different styles. His pieces are so unique: I truly have never seen a jewelry designer like Dejan Studio Jewelry. read more

I am beyond thrilled with the ring Dejan custom made for me. It is exceeds what I could envision. The design stage was almost too easy. He sent me 4 sketches, and One really stood out to me -- and that was it. But of course the ease also had to do with my identifying his craftsmanship as exactly what I was looking for. I'd had an idea for awhile, using the stones from a cherished ring of my Mother's with my engagement ring recombined into a chunky, artful new creation. My Mother passed a week after the completion of the ring, so it is even more dear to me now. And Dejan understood this from the start. He's a genius in my eyes. The only problem with the ring is that it makes it difficult to drive because I cannot stop staring at it. read more

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In the process of creating an engagement ring. Bottom-line, the guys excellent, experienced, and cares about his art/project. Prices are fair, even considering the labor that will go into the ring. I should have started my search for a ring here months ago. Quality, uniqueness! read more

Dejan created an amazing engagement ring for me based on several photos of rings that we liked, as well as my own personality and style. The rings we liked ranged from a soft, blooming floral style to an architectural Art Deco piece, and it is a testament to Dejan's talent that he was able to synthesize these very different elements into something so gorgeous, elegant and timeless. The proportion is perfect, and his design lets more light reach the stone than other designs we considered, which makes the stone look even better. We considered a lot of options before choosing Dejan, including some very high end places, and there is no doubt in my mind that we made the right choice. The end result is a one-of-a-kind piece that is perfectly tailored to the stone and to me. Nothing else we considered would have come close. read more

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I went to Dejan at the recommendation of another custom jeweler, Dominion Jewelers. They told me that because I was looking for something "truly unique" and "non-traditional" that I would fare better with a real artist. That's what Dejan is: a real artist. He's not just a jeweler. His creations are true works of art. I told him the type of theme I was going for with my wedding band, and he lit up with inspiration, immediately showing me some samples of similar styles. He then explained how he could make my ring unique to my ideas. He emailed me 3D-rendered images of the prototype of the ring and, with my approval, started to make my ring. A few weeks later I came into his shop to see the almost-finished product and get sized. Soon after my ring was ready, and I couldn't be happier! Dejan created a dazzling masterpiece unique to me without breaking my bank. My favorite interaction with Dejan was when I saw the look of inspiration in his face. It's the same way I look and feel when I get an idea for something I feel is special and important. You can really tell that he cares deeply for his craft. read more

I took 2 rings to Dejan for sizing. Both were family heirlooms with complex designs. One was my grandfathers band, it has a braided design and needed to reduced in size quite a bit to fit me. The other was my grandmothers cocktail ring which was actually 3 rings put together. Dejan did a fantastic job with both rings preserving them and making them so that I can enjoy them and wear them. Truly artistic, wonderful work! Would trust him with any of my jewelry! read more

I saw Dejan's studio years ago and I knew that when the time came, I want him to make my wedding set. The workmanship is outstanding and Dejan worked with me in the design and materials selection process to help me meet my budget. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Dejan did a fantastic job making three custom rings for our wedding. He listened to our needs and crafted a gorgeous tension set engagement ring for me with a green center stone. I have loved it from the very first day. My now-husband and I went back to Dejan for our wedding rings which turned out beautifully. Dejan once again listened to our needs, provided artistic insight and helped us get beautiful rings that we will treasure for the rest of our lives. The wedding ring perfectly matches the unique setting and flow lines of the engagement ring so the two rings can be worn side by side. The stones are inlaid exactly as I wanted, so I can wear the rings biking, hiking, running and on all kinds of outdoor adventures we love without fear of losing the stones. My husband's ring is gorgeous, yet simple, and a beautiful match to mine. If you are looking for a local artist and custom jewelry, look no further! read more

Do you want a ring that no one else is wearing? Because Dejan will deliver. You will have a unique and beautiful piece that represents your unique love for your partner. Dejan is a true craftsman, and you need only look at his commissions to see the attention to detail and gorgeous works of art. Dejan definitely wants the client to be happy with the end result. He is very respectful to a budget and very honest about what it will take to accomplish your vision. Unlike other jewelers who are more akin to ring manufacturers, Dejan looks for ways to accomplish your vision and not merely upsale you to the most expensive option. My groom wanted to incorporate stones, other than diamonds, into my engagement ring and wedding band. Other jewelers tried to dissuade his choices. Dejan encouraged and celebrated his choices. It resulted in a thoughtful, romantic, and gorgeous ring. We really appreciated Dejan's patience as we discussed the multiple digital renderings of the ring he was creating. We had no idea what we were doing in creating a ring, but Dejan really took the time and care to walk us through the entire process. He would check in with us and provide updates on his progress. Other than the photos from your wedding, the most important thing that you will use to remember your wedding day will be the ring, and it might as well be unique and as special as your love is. Dejan will definitely deliver that. read more

Writing this under my husband's yelp account because it has to be written! I had been looking non-seriously for a ring for my daughter's birth. I love handcrafted jewelry. I wanted something unique that would go well with my current band set. I stumbled into Dejan's and was blown away. His designs and jewelry are incredible, only to be surpassed by his service. I found the perfect ring and he sized it to my current set (and cleaned and tightened my engagement ring and band which sorely needed it-free of charge), within 24 hours, as I had to fly back to CA in a couple of days. My sister was also with me, and she found her engagement ring from there! Then, her fiancee surprised her and had a necklace made to match out of a diamond piece he had handed down to him. On a side note, the pictures on his website don't do his jewelry justice. If you are interested in seeing something, have him send you a picture or visit him, it's truly incredible! I can't imagine going anywhere else. read more

We discovered Dejan's work while looking for a gift for my wife's maid of honor, and immediately fell in love with his pieces. His work has such idiosyncratic attention to detail! I walked out with a pair of cuff links for myself, as well, and have gotten more than a few compliments on them since. I came back six months later to buy my wife a birthday present, and Dejan's not only remembered me and what I had purchased before, which were both inexpensive pieces, but recommended items for my wife after remembering her and her tastes. I have since recommended him to friends, and have no doubt we'll be back again many times. read more

Dejan is an extraordinary artist who is able to envision and craft his clients jewelry wishes come true! To date, he has created four amazing engagement rings, five wedding bands and two extraordinary pendants for our family~ all custom made from the highest gems and precious metals. He has also fixed a pair of diamond earrings and two rings superbly~ all at very reasonable cost. Dejan is professional (everything is created on time and perfectly) while being warm, personable and very patient (one custom ring went though several revisions as he tweaked it to meet a bride-to-be's shifting description.) He truly cares that his work delights his clients. Every interaction with Dejan is easy and wonderful, both in person and over Skype! Truly our lifetime jeweler! read more

Shopping for a wedding ring is a tough experience for a guy. I knew my now wife would not be into the bling of a giant rock so I started doing research for more unique rings for her. I learned that Old Town is a great place to shop for antique rings as there are tons of consignment shops and antiques jewelers. I ducked out of work early one day and visited a half a dozen of these antiques stores. I looked at probably 50 rings but none of them struck me as something that would wow my soon to be fiance. I was ready to head home and was walking back to my car when I remembered the Torpedo factory. I walked in and one of the first shops I saw was Dejan Studio Jewelry. When I approached the glass I saw rings that I knew immediately my girlfriend would love. His work in some ways struck me as very cutting edge and tasteful, but simultaneously medieval which I liked because I felt it liked us somehow to the ancient tradition of marriage. I looked at the rings, talked with Dejan, and then went around the corner to the bar to drink a beer to get the courage up to make the purchase. Went back, spoke more with Dejan - who is a great guy, and the two of us crafted a design for the perfect ring for my now wife. The engagement ring turned out beautifully, and when I proposed my then turned finacee loved it so much she couldn't stop starting at it. She also got tons of compliments from her friends, co-workers, and strangers. From there, I purchased her wedding ring (also amazing and really complements the engagement ring), my own wedding ring, a beautiful pair of gold earring for my lovely wife. Guys, a coupe of tips: 1. Have a ring with you with you when you propose (see Dejan about this) 2. Choose the ring yourself - I've heard about guys letting their girlfriends choose the engagement ring - talk about taking the excitement out of the experience for the girl 3. Give her parents a heads up about your intentions - it will ensure smoother relations for years to come 3. Make sure the proposal is a surprise and do it in a cool place because she will remember that moment for ever. Good luck! read more

Dejan is a true artist and so great to work with! My partner and I love the Torpedo Factory and saw his amazing reviews, and knew his studio was the perfect place for us to get our engagement rings. We walked in with very little idea about what we wanted or how the design process worked, but Dejan's passion for his craft and warm personality made the entire experience much less daunting than we had originally thought! He was so patient when we tried on numerous rings during our first visit, and helped us narrow down our choices to hone in on elements that reflected our individual styles. Dejan emailed us mock-up designs and even had us each come back for a follow-up consultation with a mock ring to give you a feel for what the final product would look like - he truly listens to your input and his phased approach to design makes you feel at ease! In the end, we walked out with works of art that were exactly within the timeline and price range he gave us, and far exceeded our expectations. He was also able to use an heirloom in the process - he used the diamond from my grandmother's wedding ring as the center stone for my engagement ring, and then worked with us to make a separate, third ring with the remaining baguette diamonds from my grandmother's ring for my sister to have. We could not be happier with the final products - my partner and I will absolutely be coming back for our wedding bands! read more

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We worked with Dejan to create my wedding band earlier this year, and were extremely pleased with the results. He was very accommodating to our requests, and was willing to get things done for us in short periods of time to meet our timing needs, and was in general quite professional and courteous. His work is truly one of a kind, and we couldn't be more pleased with the final product. We enthusiastically recommend working with Dejan! read more

I stumbled upon Dejan's artistry during a visit to the Alexandria Torpedo Factory several years ago and never saw other settings that rivaled his! I could not be more delighted that I chose Dejan to design an updated setting for my diamond of 40+years of marriage. He was quick to gauge my preferences, then emailed several designs. After the initial consultation, everything was easily accomplished online since I live out-of-state. Don't let distance deter you! The end result is exquisite--solidly made and imaginative "art to wear." Visit his studio and become inspired. read more

Wonderful work! We got a beautiful custom made Damascus steel ring from him, and it is just beautiful! He had it made within our wedding timeline, made it custom to my husbands hand, and was very reasonably priced! His work is so organic and unique! We will definitely be coming back to him for our future jewelry needs! read more

Amazing artist and craftsman. We first had our wedding bands custom made and they were exactly what we wanted. My engagement ring is an odd shape and he designed a brilliant band to fit snuggly with it. It was so perfect, I bought 2, one for each side or I can just wear them together without the engagement band. Later I brought in a very thin gold band that was a family heirloom I had worn for 20 years and it was not only too small but thinning over the years. Dejan created a magnificent, wide band from his Spanish Steps series that displays my thing gold band so well with tiny diamonds added to increase the size. I would trust no one else with such a sentimental piece. Whether you want something new or bring new life to something old, Dejan is a gifted artist what exceptional skills who is a joy to work with. I will never need to buy jewelry from anyone else. read more

Dejan did such a great job with my rings: engagement and wedding ring. We repurposed old outdated diamonds into a wonderfully crafted design by Dejan. He understood my desire for a rustic look, yet with a touch of glamorous glitz. I get compliments on both of my rings daily. If you want one of a kind design that is creative and unique, this is the place to come. I recommend him 100%. read more

My wife and I both had our wedding rings made at Dejan Studio. I cannot day enough how AMAZING they turned out! They have a huge list of available examples, designs, and are able to custom design anything you are looking for. Both of our rings were custom designed. The pricing was also very fair. Dejan and his staff were extremely helpful, provided expert advice and guidance throughout the whole process. They were committed to doing a great job and having everything done in time for us. They truely are the best shop in the torpedo factory. The quality of their work is spectacular and made to last a lifetime! They also have been great with promises to clean up our rings before the big day. If you have any wedding or jewelry needs, look no further than this place! You won't be disappointed! read more

This is a fabulous jewlery boutique. Dejan's creativity is amazing. When you start a conversation about your vision for a piece of jewlery, Dejan's imagination instantly begins designing a work of art. You must visit the gallery and experience his beautiful creations. read more

Dejan is an incredibly talented artist and craftsman. His rings are unique and beautifully made. My fiancé and I asked Dejan to make our wedding bands within only three weeks time and he was able to have them ready in less than a week! He also expertly resized my engagement ring and had it back to me within a couple of hours. It was so nice not having to send it off for resizing and be without it for several days. I will trust Dejan with all my jewelry needs in the future! read more

We went to Dejan to get our wedding rings. Because I'll be wearing it forever, I wanted something timeless, yet I didn't want anything boring. Dejan's designs completely fit the bill. He walked my husband and me through all of his styles, explained the pros and cons of each material, and really took time to get to know us and what we wanted. I'm completely thrilled with how they turned out! read more