Beyond Engravings with Siddhi Agarwal

Today on The MOD Blog, we sit down with Siddhi Agarwal; the entrepreneur behind Engrave & Beyond Co. Agarwal’s business initially sparked our interest when we came across it on Instagram. This unique homegrown business brings a personalised touch to the event scene with a range of services that are at their core, about creating memories that last.

TMB:Tell us a little bit about your business and how it began.

S: The Luxury Engraving Co (the businesses former name) began as a passion project that grew into something much bigger. I started with a background in law and corporate work, but I always felt drawn to creativity and design. What began as small projects in calligraphy and personalization evolved into live event activations, and today we’ve had the privilege of working with leading brands and agencies across Dubai. It’s been a journey of turning art into experiences.It's more like my second child.

TMB: What materials do you most commonly engrave, and are there any materials you prefer not to work with?

S: We work across wood, glass, metal, acrylic, and leather. Coated materials are my personal favorite, the finish is always so refined and premium, almost addictive to work with. On the other hand, we avoid delicate surfaces like thin champagne bottles or fragile glass where engraving could risk damage. Quality and safety are always our top priorities.
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TMB: How far in advance should a customer place an order for a custom engraving, what is your typical turnaround time from design approval to delivery?

S: For live events, bookings are usually made a few weeks in advance to secure the date. For individual custom orders, once designs are approved, our standard turnaround is about 5–7 working days. That said, we understand how important milestones and events can be, so we often take on rush orders, at our studio, saying ‘no’ is not an option when it comes to making moments special.

TMB: Can you walk me through your design process—how do you collaborate with clients on the details (font choice, layout, artwork) and do you provide mockups before engraving?

S: The process is always collaborative. We start by understanding the client’s story or brand identity, then refine details like fonts, layouts, and motifs together. Before a live event or delivery, we always run samples or provide mockups so the client knows exactly what to expect. It gives everyone peace of mind and ensures the final piece feels aligned with the occasion.

TMB: MOD designs weddings for the most affluent Emirati families. Do you offer your services for weddings? Walk us through what that might look like.

S: “Yes, weddings are some of our most meaningful projects. Guests love receiving something that feels personal, and activations like charm stations, hot foiling on leather accessories, or engraving on perfumes and keepsakes always make a strong impact. We’ve recently introduced pressed floral jewelry, which transforms wedding blooms into timeless gifts, guests leave with a piece of the memory they can cherish forever.
What makes these activations special is their interactive nature. They aren’t just favors, they’re experiences. Guests watch their keepsakes come to life, and it becomes a memory as much as a gift.

TMB: How do you handle shipping and packaging for engraved items, especially to ensure the engraving isn’t damaged and do you ship internationally?

S: Yes, we ship internationally. All our packaging is handled in-house so it’s not just secure but also premium and on-brand. Dubai has become a hub for luxury activations, and with growing demand we’re proud to ensure our work travels just as well abroad. Many times, clients also bring us creative ideas of their own, and we love being part of that journey, helping them bring it to life with the same level of detail.

TMB: You mentioned a rebrand for the business? Could you elaborate on this?

S: “The rebrand was about evolving beyond being seen as ‘just’ The Luxury Engraving Co. Under our new name, Engrave & Beyond Co., we now provide a broader spectrum of art-based activations, from engraving and calligraphy to charm bars, foiling, patch art, pressed-floral jewelry, and bespoke pop-ups. Each experience is carefully curated to align with a brand’s story or a couple’s wedding vision. We are no longer just a vendor, we are a creative partner with a team of creative minds who bring both artistry and execution to every event.
| Image pictured on left showcases Agarwal's work with Jimmy Choo.

"Weddings are some of our most meaningful projects. Guests love receiving something that feels personal, and activations like charm stations, hot foiling on leather accessories, or engraving on perfumes and keepsakes always make a strong impact. "

- Siddhi Agarwal, Founder of Engrave & Beyond Co.

TMB: What would you recommend for our discerning local clients as a show-stopping wedding activation?

S: For weddings, two of our most loved activations are charm stations and pressed floral jewelry. A charm station allows guests to select a charm and see it personalized instantly, creating a moment of delight. Pressed floral jewelry, on the other hand, turns wedding blooms into keepsakes that guests can treasure forever, it’s a little piece of the wedding they take home. Both are thoughtful, lasting, and ensure the celebration is remembered well beyond the day itself.

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