There are a few classic ring designs that are popular as top choices for engagement ring for women. Here are a few that are perfect to start your decision-making in.
Engagement Ring Styles
A Solitaire Engagement Ring is a classic ring style that’s iconic in its simplicity. This ring design gets its titular name because it’s a diamond ring with a singular diamond and a plain band. No crowding of other gems or adornments, this timeless choice is stunning on its own in a setting (how gemstones are mounted, or ‘set’, into a metal band) center stage.
A Pavé Engagement Ring is like the solitaire’s friendlier sister, in addition to having a center diamond ring in its setting. But the key difference is that small diamonds encase the band. If the engagement ring band is encased entirely, it’s considered a full pavé, and if half of the band is encased, it’s considered half pavé.
A Halo Engagement Ring is a heavenly choice. As the name implies, a circle of diamonds wrap around a circular gem, giving the ring design its name. Some halo engagement rings have multiple circles, and most are usually paired with a pave band to elevate its visage.
Side Stone Engagement Rings are similar to the above mentioned rings with a crowd of gems. The key difference is that side stones are usually on either side of the diamond as complimentary pieces to the overall design. A beautiful ring style example is the trilogy ring, with 3 stones symbolizing the past, present, and future of the relationship.
Other Engagement Ring Styles
If you are a fan of taking ‘something borrowed’ to the next level, or are a fan of ornate ring styles from centuries ago, consider getting a Vintage Engagement Ring for the bride to be. The style would have a unique special touch, especially if a love of the time period is a mainstay in your love’s passions. You can also go for a personalized look with Custom Engagement Ring designs to give the engagement ring style your best personal fit.
Engagement Ring Setting
On that note of an engagement ring’s longevity, we wanted to provide key insight in selecting the engagement ring setting. The setting of an engagement ring has a huge impact on its brilliance and security to the band. On average, most rings use prong and bezel settings for maximum security in preventing the gemstones coming loose and being dropped.
One setting style, the bezel ring setting, partially covers the stone. But another setting, the prong setting, consists of various metal prongs extending from the band and over the stone.
If your ring has accent stones like the pave band style, the best ideal setting is a castle or bead. A castle ring setting secures gemstones nearly the same diameter as the band, while the bead is built with small round metal pieces rising from the band’s surface to hold each stone, similar to a knotted rosary to keep each stone secure.
Tips on Choosing an Engagement Ring
First off, always plan ahead with a ring budget! Its best practice to consider the price of the gem, band, setting, and subsequent gems when deciding on either purchasing and/or customizing a ring. You also need to be prepared to answer key questions to the jeweler, such as the woman’s ring size. Women usually wear rings with an average size range of 52 to 54 (or 5,2 cm to 5,4 cm). But if the woman you’ll be engaged to has small fingers, they can be as small as 49. And if she has thicker fingers, the range can be as large as 56.
Also, timing is key! The average custom engagement ring can take 4 to 6 weeks to be made and delivered, while a readily made in stock can take as little as a week to be shipped out. With a few of these questions in mind, the next step is finding a reputable jeweler. A reliable and professional jeweler can answer most of your questions upfront, such as pricing, timelines, repairs, resizing and potential refunds.
Also read: Ideas For Choosing The Perfect Diamond Cut For Your Engagement Ring
Whatever you decide to craft, build, set or choose your engagement ring, every step is an important piece to consider for your love story. The engagement ring is a symbol of you and your intended everlasting love, and we are readily and happily here to help you tell in many facets of creating that perfect, forever memory.
Summing Up
Engagement rings have been the ultimate symbol of love and commitment since the Roman Empire, and even further than that! When selecting a diamond engagement for the love of your life, the options can be endless! And daunting, but there’s no need to panic! We can help you break down the ins and outs of ring styles, settings, cuts, and more to find the perfect engagement ring for the woman in your life.
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