Design Process

Testimonials

“The pieces in my collection hail from around the world, but the bespoke creations of the Intrepid Wendell speak to my soul. The Intrepid Wendell experience—from introduction to closure—is unparalleled in care and quality. Once your eyes set upon the prize, you realize this master craftsman knew you all along. Every time I don my earrings, I’m reminded of the journey. It delivers its promise: pure joy.”

Lily Hanna, MD Client

“How do you capture the essence of one’s beauty and soul with a piece of jewelry? That was my question when I approached The Intrepid Wendell about crafting a tiara for the Ambassador of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation to wear at its signature fashion show gala. Instantly I found myself working with a team of people with vision, creativity, and passion the likes of which I didn’t know existed. The group spent the time to get to know the young lady and crafted a piece that was beautiful, unique to her, and transcended what I thought was possible. I’ll be forever grateful for the care the team took to create this wonderful piece and amazing endeavor.”

Nondo Dominic Capuano Client

“Daniel is one of those rare artists whose sensitivity, creativity, vision, and execution are in alignment at all times. His read on what I wanted, its functionality in my day-to-day life, and the process of realizing this one-of-a-kind piece, astounded me. I am grateful to Daniel for creating a piece that makes a statement to the world and perfectly aligns with who I am.”

Elliot Moore Music Director & Conductor at the Longmont Symphony Orchestra and Founder of Music & Moore Foundation

"The custom jewelry I’ve purchased from the Intrepid Wendell are truly one of a kind. I expressed in general terms to Dan and Josh what I was looking for in a wedding band and in a necklace. What they created both exceeded my expectations and were exactly what I wanted. It is obvious that they use the best materials and gems. I regularly receive compliments on the beauty of the pieces made just for me. They are wonderful to work with!"

Pamela Gauthier Client

We are thrilled with our custom wedding sets from The Intrepid Wendell. The team was patient, kind, knowledgeable, and supported us well throughout the process of creating pieces that support us and our love. We couldn´t recommend The Intrepid Wendell more highly!

K & K Client

"After receiving several pieces of jewelry from my family, I was at a loss as to what to do with them. They included a diamond engagement ring that belonged to my great aunt and two diamond cocktail rings worn by my grandmother. As the only grandson, I was honored to receive these pieces. However, I wanted to find something to do with them rather than keeping them in a drawer. I was introduced to the Intrepid Wendell and thought if anyone could find a solution, they could. My goal was to create something distinguished and masculine, which wasn't an easy task with seven carats of diamonds.  The clever and creative mind of Joshua Collier is both admirable and impressive, and the complementary perfectionism Dan brings to the final product is what makes this white-gloved company something remarkable. The final product was a gentlemen's set consisting of a ring, cufflinks, and shirt studs. All stylistically complementary, breathtaking, and completely unique. I couldn't have asked for a better final product.  Given how intimate jewelry is to the person wearing it, The Intrepid Wendell managed to craft an even more personalized experience from start to finish, making this beyond a first-class experience.  I was so impressed that I have them working on another project."

Justin Paulhamus Client

How does the custom jewelry design process work at The Intrepid Wendell? Our process begins with getting to know you — your story, your style, and what brings you joy. From there, we source rare and unique materials from around the world, then collaborate with you on custom designs that bring your vision to life. Every detail is refined together until the piece is exactly right. The result is a one-of-a-kind creation that tells your story beautifully.

How long does it take to create a custom piece of jewelry? Most bespoke pieces take between 6 and 12 weeks from the initial consultation to the finished piece. The timeline depends on the complexity of the design, the materials involved, and any gemstone sourcing that may be needed. We keep you involved at every stage so there are never surprises.

Do I need to know exactly what I want before contacting you? No, not at all. Many of our clients come to us with just a feeling, a story, or a vague idea. Our collaborative design process is built to help you discover what the perfect piece looks like. We start with a conversation about who you are and what matters to you, and the design grows from there.

Can you redesign or reimagine inherited or vintage jewelry? Absolutely. We regularly work with clients who have inherited pieces — engagement rings, cocktail rings, loose stones — that they want to transform into something updated. We can incorporate your existing materials into a completely new, modern design while honoring the sentimental value of the original pieces.

Where is The Intrepid Wendell located? The Intrepid Wendell is based in San Juan, Puerto Rico; we work with clients around the world. Our design process can be conducted remotely through consultations, photos, and sketches, so distance is never a barrier to creating your perfect piece.