An asymmetrical engagement ring is a ring designed off the mirror line — a center stone set east-west instead of upright, two stones instead of one, a band that sweeps past the stone rather than meeting it squarely. It is the choice for someone who wants a ring nobody else has, and it is almost always at its best when it is designed custom. At Farsi Jewelers in Sandy Springs, we have been designing custom engagement rings for Atlanta couples since 1998, and asymmetrical designs are some of our favorite work: they reward exactly the kind of one-on-one, built-from-scratch process we specialize in.

What makes an engagement ring asymmetrical?

Traditional engagement rings are symmetrical: one center stone, centered, with identical sides. An asymmetrical (or asymmetric) design breaks that balance on purpose. That can be as subtle as an off-center accent stone or as bold as two different gemstones sharing one band. Because the balance is intentional rather than automatic, the proportions have to be worked out for your stone and your hand — which is why asymmetrical rings bought off the shelf often disappoint, and custom ones don't.

Asymmetrical styles we design in Atlanta

Toi et moi (two-stone) rings

French for "you and me" — two stones side by side on one band, often in different shapes or colors: a pear beside a round, a diamond beside a sapphire. The most-loved asymmetrical style, and every pairing is different.

East-west set rings

An elongated stone — marquise, oval, emerald, or radiant cut — turned sideways across the finger instead of upright. Modern, low-profile, and very comfortable for everyday wear. From our bench: a bezel-set oval diamond turned east-west in 14K yellow gold. And east-west isn't only for engagement rings — see our men's east-west emerald-cut amethyst ring and flush-mount east-west diamond ring.

Bypass and crossover rings

The band splits and sweeps past the center stone rather than meeting it head-on, so the ring has movement built into the metal itself. Beautiful with twisted or pavé-set bands.

Offset and cluster designs

The center stone sits deliberately off-center, or a cluster of stones is arranged organically instead of in a formal halo. This is where a design becomes truly one-of-a-kind. See a real one from our bench: a 2 ct marquise with free-form cluster side stones in platinum — designed for a real Atlanta proposal. Or see how far the idea can go beyond engagement rings: a three-stone mothers ring with a flowing shooting-star pavé trail — one diamond for each of her children, with asymmetry that tells the story (explore it in 360° on the product page).

Mismatched side stones

A classic silhouette with an asymmetrical twist — different shapes, sizes, or gemstones on each shoulder of the ring. A quiet way to make a traditional ring personal.

Why asymmetrical rings should be made custom

An off-balance design still has to sit straight, wear comfortably, and protect its stones — that is engineering, not luck. Our Farsi 3D Bespoke Method is built for exactly this: we design your ring in CAD, show you a photorealistic 3D render, and 3D-print a wax model you can actually try on before anything is cast. You see how the asymmetry balances on your hand — no surprises. We were among the first jewelers in Georgia to adopt CAD design back in 2004, and every asymmetrical ring we make goes through this process.

Start from scratch, or begin with our engagement ring builder and make it asymmetrical from there. We work with every budget — no minimum.

Lab-grown, natural, or colored gemstones

Asymmetrical designs are wonderful with color and mixed stones. We design around certified lab-grown diamonds, certified natural diamonds, and fine gemstones — sapphires, rubies, emeralds — and every diamond center stone is evaluated by our on-site GIA Graduate Gemologist. Have a family stone? We regularly build asymmetrical designs around heirloom diamonds — see bring your own stone.

Asymmetrical engagement ring FAQ

Are asymmetrical engagement rings more expensive?

Not inherently. Price is driven by the stones and metal far more than the layout. A custom toi et moi with two modest stones can cost less than a traditional one-carat solitaire. We work with every budget and quote the design before any work begins.

Do asymmetrical rings snag or wear unevenly?

Not when they're engineered properly. We balance the design in CAD, check the profile on your printed wax model, and use protective settings — bezels, low-set stones — where a design needs them. Daily-wear comfort is part of the design brief, not an afterthought.

What's the difference between a toi et moi and a bypass ring?

A toi et moi has two center stones sharing one band. A bypass ring usually has one center stone, with the band itself sweeping past it asymmetrically. The two ideas also combine beautifully — a bypass band carrying two stones.

Can I use my grandmother's diamond in an asymmetrical design?

Yes — heirloom redesign is one of our specialties. An asymmetrical setting is often the most graceful way to give an older stone a completely new life, or to pair it with a second stone in a toi et moi.

Will a wedding band fit against an asymmetrical ring?

Yes. We design custom-contoured bands that trace the exact line of your ring, or open and notched bands that embrace it. Designing both together is the easiest path — ask about our wedding band builder.

How long does a custom asymmetrical ring take?

Most custom rings take a few weeks from approved design to finished ring — we'll give you an exact timeline at your consultation, and we'll show you the 3D render and wax model along the way.

See asymmetrical designs in person

Browse real Farsi pieces — including toi et moi, east-west, and bypass designs — in our photo gallery, or explore our custom engagement rings in Atlanta. Then come see how asymmetry looks on your own hand: book an appointment at our Sandy Springs showroom or call 770-206-8000. No pressure, no minimum — just an independent jeweler who has been designing one-of-a-kind rings since 1998.