Meet Alexandria
Your guide through the custom jewelry experience. Not a salesperson - a GIA Graduate Gemologist, a third-generation jeweler, and someone who genuinely cares about getting this right.
Book Your Free ConsultationMy grandfather opened a jewelry store in Iowa after becoming a watchmaker through the GI Bill after World War II. He built Necker's Jewelers from scratch, side by side with my grandmother. Their legacy inspired my dad, and now me.
For as long as I can remember, jewelry has fascinated me. The blending of ancient stones, billions of years old, with deep human experiences. An engagement ring, a graduation signet, an heirloom from someone we love - these aren't just objects. They're our stories and our legacy.
Yet I've always disliked the typical jewelry shopping experience. Pushy sales floors, impersonal interactions, and corporate priorities that leave people feeling unheard and pressured into buying whatever is in stock. It never felt right. I realized that as an industry, we were losing trust - and instead of addressing it, we were digging in deeper.
I founded A. D'Mae Diamonds to rebuild that trust. (If you want the full story, including why I left Brilliant Earth, I wrote about it on the blog.)
My Commitment to You
I'm here to honor your story, creating jewelry that genuinely reflects who you are - not a fleeting trend from a showcase. My goal is simple: to make you feel seen, understood, and respected at every step.
Undivided Attention
No sales team. No handoffs. From your first conversation through final delivery, you work directly with me. I get to know you before I ever pick up a pencil.
Honest Education
I promise to educate you openly, never pressuring you. From the 4Cs to alloy mixtures, from lab grown vs natural to alternative gemstones - you'll always get the whole truth about sourcing, quality, and value.
Your Story, Not My Inventory
I don't carry inventory, so I have no incentive to push anything. Every stone is hand-selected for your project. Every design is built from scratch around the person who'll wear it.
Budget Without Judgment
Tell me your number and I'll work within it. No upselling. No "well, for just a little more..." Some of our most beautiful pieces have come from tight budgets. See how pricing works.
What Sets Ali Apart
World-Class Stone Sourcing
Most jewelers source from a handful of preferred wholesalers and call it a day. Ali doesn't. She searches the entire global supply - every database, every network, every avenue available - to find the best quality stone at the best price for your specific project.
She's exhaustively thorough. She cross-references certifications, catches deceptive listings that other jewelers would miss, and personally evaluates every stone before it ever reaches a client. Her natural diamond pricing consistently beats competitors including major online retailers, because she's not limited to one supplier's markup.
This isn't just a skill. It's the thing clients mention most in their reviews.
What Clients Say
These are real clients describing their experience working with Ali.
"After many conversations with other jewelers and jewelry companies like Brilliant Earth, we were feeling frustrated and lost. Alexandria was recommended by a friend - we are incredibly grateful to her. My ring is BEAUTIFUL, everything we wanted, and she made the process fun, easy, and exciting."- Tiffany J. Whalen
"I cannot tell you how many coffee-breathed, stale old men I had to talk to before finding Alexandria. She was truly a breath of fresh air and made the process fun. She carefully evaluated my taste and budget, and offered solutions I would not have otherwise thought of."- Sydney Smith
"I looked everywhere for an engagement ring, and nothing I found felt special. We had a conversation about what I thought I was looking for, and I can't believe how perfect the result is. If you're looking for something truly unique, you want to go to A. D'Mae."- S C
Ready to Start the Conversation?
Book a free 90-minute consultation. In person at our West Los Angeles studio or virtually from anywhere. No obligation, no pressure - just an honest conversation about what you want to create.
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