Tiffany & Co. Los Angeles Alternative – Peter Norman

Peter Norman Jewelry as an Alternative to Tiffany & Co

A pop culture sensation spanning decades, Tiffany & Co. has starred in movies from Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) to Something from Tiffany’s (2022). Many people feel connected to Tiffany & Co. through their presence on the TV screen. However, can the powerhouse brand create a meaningful and mutual relationship with clients if its reputation and media presence speak louder than its client services?

When it comes to a meaningful piece of jewelry like an engagement ring, which symbolizes a lifelong and loving commitment, you may want to opt for a jeweler that understands your relationship, your personality, and your style. Peter Norman has a radical approach to client relations. Offering an intimate and personalized ring design service, Peter Norman will work alongside you to craft your engagement or wedding ring.

Keep reading to learn about the difference between Tiffany & Co. and Peter Norman, and what makes Peter Norman’s client services stand out.

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Peter Norman vs Tiffany & Co Comparison

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Build a ring Option?
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Online Consulting?
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Has a celebrity clientele?
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Excellent Reviews?
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5 Star Average
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Wholesale Pricing for Diamonds?
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Truly Custom or only Customized?
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OK to bring own gemstones?
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Natural mined and lab grown diamonds?
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Best in Class After Sale Service
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what our clients say

Reviews

I had my vintage Chanel necklace resized here and they were very Covid-safe, removed the links and even cleaned my necklace for a very low price! I will...
Peter is a master Jeweler, hands down one of the best in Los Angeles. I know a lot of his work is with diamonds but I asked him to find me two matching...
My now wife and I made an appointment to meet with Peter for the first time, to choose a custom engagement ring together. Peter listened to and was able to...
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Why choose

Peter Norman?

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If you’re looking for a ring that is truly special, what could be better than a ring as unique as the relationship you share with your forever person? Peter Norman considers your design inspiration to craft a ring that is the essence of your love story in a piece of jewelry.

A testimony to Peter Norman’s bespoke design service and excellent craftsmanship, the jeweler has upheld a 5-star review average for over 20 years. Turns out, when the client comes first consistently, it’s hard to disappoint!

When to Opt for

Tiffany & Co.?

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As Tiffany & Co. is a well-known brand, they tend to be trendsetters in the industry. Keep up with the latest designs spotted in magazines or on your screen with a Tiffany & Co. ring. However, it’s important to ask the question, do you want your ring to reflect the current trends, or do you want your ring to reflect the substance of your relationship?

Comparison Details - Peter Norman vs Tiffany & Co.

Build a ring option

Peter Norman

Peter Norman recognizes that no two couples are the same. By way of honoring the differences that make each and every relationship special, Peter Norman will custom design your ring.

Peter Norman’s build-a-ring service is not a simple tool for you to select from a fixed list of ring features. Rather, Peter Norman’s build-a-ring service is a conversation, a human connection between you and your jeweler. If you have design inspiration or a style in mind, Peter Norman will incorporate it into a stunning piece of jewelry.

Please note that the designs on Peter Norman’s website are intended to show the range of their jewelers’ abilities. Peter Norman never replicates a ring!

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany and Co. is all about that special sparkle. Customize your Tiffany & Co. ring by making the swap for your preferred diamond or gemstone from those on display. While there is no shortage of glittering diamonds to choose from (Audrey Hepburn’s character in Breakfast at Tiffany’s can attest to that!), you are limited in terms of holistic design. A well-designed ring should consider band style, stone setting, the length and circumference of the wearer’s finger, and overall cohesiveness.

Online Consulting

Peter Norman

With a consulting service offered both in-store and online, Peter Norman ensures they are highly responsive to clients. Custom Design Requests may also be placed on the Peter Norman website, peternorman.com.

Tiffany & Co.

Speak to a diamond expert during an in-store or online virtual appointment.

Has a celebrity clientele?

Peter Norman

Fitting for a red-carpet lifestyle, many celebrities have turned to Peter Norman to design their rings. Recently, Peter Norman even crafted a ring for a member of the British royal family! However, regardless of your celebrity status, Peter Norman will craft your ring with the love, care, and quality that you deserve.

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. advertise that they are a “Pioneer of American Luxury.” Founded in 1837, the brand has certainly been around long enough to make a name for itself among celebrity clientele. Today, however, Tiffany & Co. tends to be worn only by American celebrities and is losing popularity internationally.

Excellent Reviews?

Peter Norman

One of the highest-rated jewelers in the US, deciding on a Peter Norman ring should be as easy as deciding to say yes at the altar. Peter Norman has a 5-star rating on Yelp, a 4.8-star rating on Google, and a 4.6-star rating on Facebook.

Tiffany & Co.

With a reputation as glamourous as Tiffany and Co.’s, you would think the brand has the 5-star reviews to match. In reality, Tiffany and Co.’s different Los Angeles stores have Yelp ratings ranging from 2.8 to 4.1 stars. Google paints a slightly better picture as the Google rating is 4.3 stars.

Diamonds at Wholesale Prices

Peter Norman

The ever-present question, luxury vs affordability? Peter Norman believes that when commemorating your love with an engagement ring, you shouldn’t have to compromise on either. Peter Norman offers wholesale prices on ethically sourced mined diamonds and lab-grown diamonds so you can get the most bang, or in this case, ‘bling’ for your buck.

Long-standing and trusted relationships with diamond suppliers are the reason Peter Norman can maintain wholesale prices for diamonds.

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. is a premium brand with a premium markup. Profuse profits are made on the markup of diamonds which can range from 250% to 300% of the actual value of the diamond. Unlike a Gucci bag or Valentino shoes, however, a Tiffany Co. ring has no visible logo and is indistinguishable from similar products on the market. Why pay an unnecessary amount to line the pockets of a major company?

Truly Custom or only customized?

Peter Norman

Your Peter Norman ring will be a memento of your love, worn anywhere you or your future fiancée go. Wherever you go, rest assured you’ll never come across another ring the same. Every Peter Norman ring is genuinely custom-designed and crafted for the wearer.

You are welcome to be inspired by the designs on Peter Norman’s website, but your ring will be unique to you. In addition, Peter Norman does not modify premade rings or mass-produce specific designs.

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. masterfully handcrafts every ring. Consequently, every ring will have slight variations making them unique. When it comes to design, however, Tiffany & Co. has fixed, customizable options that are no doubt repeated by a multitude of customers. Choose from roughly 20 styles and a fixed selection of setting and stone options.

OK to bring your own diamond?

Peter Norman

Yes! Peter Norman welcomes clients who bring in their own stones or metals. It’s relatively common for a client to want the materials from a family heirloom ring repurposed, making their ring all the more meaningful.

Tiffany & Co.

Unfortunately not. A significant percentage of Tiffany & Co.’s profit is from their premium markup on diamonds. The luxury brand is unwilling to sacrifice its profit margins for customers who want to source their own stones.

Natural and lab grown diamonds?

Peter Norman

Proudly offering ethically sourced, conflict-free mined diamonds and lab-grown diamonds, Peter Norman has your preferences covered. Lab-grown diamonds can offer excellent value as they cost far less than mined diamonds of the same cut, color, and clarity.

Tiffany & Co.

Despite that in 2018, the Federal Trade Commission recognized lab-grown diamonds as real diamonds, Tiffany & Co. holds on to the idea that lab-grown diamonds are not a ‘luxury’ item. Thus, Tiffany & Co. does not offer lab-grown diamonds.

After-Purchase Service

Peter Norman

Peter Norman doesn’t forget about clients once they exit the shop. Included in a stellar after-purchase service, Peter Norman will resize, repolish, or repair your ring expertly and quickly. Peter Norman’s after-purchase service is offered both online and from a remote location.

Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. also offers a comprehensive after-purchase service which includes a cleaning and a routine check-up for any issues with your ring.

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Rings

Two-Tone Emerald-Cut Solitaire Ring
East-West Emerald-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with a Platinum Head and Yellow Gold Band
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