Engagement rings are a big deal – they’re a symbol of commitment between two people, and the promise of building a life together. However, choosing an engagement ring isn’t easy. There are so many different styles to choose from that it can be hard to find the perfect ring.
Each engagement ring style has its own personality, but some styles are more popular than others. Oval engagement rings are one of the more popular styles. Still, some people prefer less popular options, making engagement rings truly a personal choice.
From custom engagement rings to princess cut and vintage rings, here are some of the most popular engagement ring styles around.
1. Custom engagement rings
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Custom engagement rings are extremely popular. Who wouldn’t want the opportunity to create a custom ring? Considering how meaningful an engagement is to a couple, a custom ring seems like the best choice all around.
There are different ways to customize a ring as shown by CleanOrigin.com. Sometimes the customization involves simply choosing the setting, the stone, and the metal from available choices and having it assembled by the jeweler. Some people go the extra mile to have a truly custom one-of-a-kind piece crafted from scratch. For example, they’ll have the entire setting custom made rather than choosing from an existing design.
Sometimes jewelers offer their own one-of-kind rings, but since engagement rings are so personal these usually take a while to sell. Still, it’s an option, and sometimes people fall in love with these custom-made rings while looking for a different type of engagement ring.
Another way people customize their engagement ring is by choosing their stones before they’re set. Much of the time, jewelers sell their diamonds and other gemstones loose so that customers can choose the exact stone they want. This level of customization makes it easy to find the right engagement ring when the finer details, like carat and color, are a priority.
2. Vintage engagement rings
Vintage engagement rings have been popular for a long time and that probably won’t change anytime soon. Some people will always find more beauty in the past when it comes to jewelry.
With vintage rings, you can go back a couple of decades and find some really cool designs. Since everything changes rapidly in fashion and jewelry, some designs get put aside in favor of new designs, but that doesn’t mean they’re not still amazing.
If you go back just ten years, you’ll find rings that look different from today’s rings, and that happens to be many people’s preferred style. Some people really enjoy fashion and jewelry from 10-20 years ago and want a ring to match.
3. Antique engagement rings
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Antique engagement rings might be more popular than vintage, but it’s hard to tell. Antique rings are more than 100 years old. The cool part about older rings is the quality and craftsmanship. Although today’s jewelers do an excellent job crafting rings, antiques are a bit different.
Today’s rings are more lightweight, while rings from the distant past tend to be heavier and chunkier. That isn’t a reflection on the jeweler, but rather, the advancements in technology and the ability to craft lighter rings. Although most people today would prefer lighter rings, there are many people who actually want chunkier rings, and that’s part of the appeal for antique engagement rings.
Antique rings also tend to have some of the most ornate settings you’ll find. Today’s rings typically put the stone(s) at the center of attention, while rings from the past sometimes have elaborate settings that share the spotlight with the stone.
For instance, baroque vintage rings are known for being elaborate and artistic, which includes the setting. Baroque rings have been popular for many years and some jewelers still make this style. However, nothing beats a genuine, antique engagement ring.
4. Creative engagement rings
Believe it or not, many people find creative ways to make engagement rings, and you’d be surprised at what materials they use. For example, there are rings made from coins, hex nuts, wood, and even duct tape. Any material that can be crafted into a ring is fair game.
Some couples want rings that align with their inside jokes, and creative rings are the ideal way to make that happen.
5. Lab grown diamond engagement rings
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In the last few years, people have been spending considerably less on their engagement rings, with many choosing lab grown diamond rings. Lab grown diamonds are popular because they’re around 30% cheaper than traditionally mined diamonds. The price difference is excellent for couples on a budget, or couples who want to get an engagement ring with features that extend beyond their budget.
6. Pavé
A pavé setting is one of the most popular choices for engagement rings because it makes the ring look brilliant. With this setting, tiny gems are embedded into the band of the ring. This makes the entire ring catch and reflect more light, which makes the ring look amazing.
With a pavé setting, sometimes people embed multiple types of gems in the band, either based on the recipient’s aesthetic preferences or their birthstone.
7. Flush settings
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A flush setting is exactly what it sounds like – the diamond or other gemstone is set into the band so that it’s all flush. This gives a flush-set engagement ring a unique look compared to traditional styles where all the stones protrude. It’s also more secure.
One of the things people worry about with their engagement rings is how well it can endure over time, and how easily it can be scratched or bent. Sometimes gemstones fall out of prong settings.
With a flush setting, the gemstones are hammered into the band, so there’s no chance they’ll fall out after being bumped a few times through normal wear.
There’s an engagement ring for every couple
Finding the perfect engagement ring can be a challenge, but also a fun journey. Thankfully, with so many engagement ring styles to choose from, there’s something for every couple.
