Given this
influence, as well as a yearning for the values of times gone by, the
popularity of vintage rings in 2011 is set to rise. Already the demand for
sapphires has increased since the announcement of the royal engagement. These
vintage style engagement rings are usually set in gold, although white gold and platinum
have gained in popularity. In some cases, in fact, actual vintage rings are
being used.
The traditional solitaire will always remain a popular choice, albeit with some variation in cut: Emerald, Marquise, oval, pear as well as the traditional round cut remains a popular choice. In addition, these solitaires are also sometimes found surrounded by the added lustre of a surround of small diamonds which can also extend down the band of the ring,
In contrast to the vintage look, a popular modern trend is for that of coloured diamonds, in particular the chocolate and champagne diamonds. An interesting fact about these is that they are mined largely in the Argyle area of Australia. The diamonds, while dark in colour, ranging from bronze to chocolate in shade, are still rated for clarity and colour. (They are not, as is sometimes believed, poor quality white diamonds.) Moving away from diamonds, other popular stones are beryl, ruby and sapphire
Further variations occur in settings comprising a number of stones, which are either set around the central stone, or along the band. Raised settings showing the central stone to greatest advantage, or twisted bands comprising a single or multiple bands allow the bride to have a ring that is different. A branched band or split shank band encrusted in pave diamonds, leading to the centre stone, can make for a dramatic effect. Another trend is that of going for geometric and other unusual shapes and angles which are guaranteed to catch the eye.
In these eco-friendly times brides, who want to avoid the controversy raised by the notion of blood diamonds, can feel free to use conflict-free diamonds in their rings, especially if the gold that is used is recycled.
Ultimately, the choice of engagement rings is as varied as there are brides to wear them. Choice is a personal matter and needs to be determined by the preferences of the bride and groom to be.
The traditional solitaire will always remain a popular choice, albeit with some variation in cut: Emerald, Marquise, oval, pear as well as the traditional round cut remains a popular choice. In addition, these solitaires are also sometimes found surrounded by the added lustre of a surround of small diamonds which can also extend down the band of the ring,
In contrast to the vintage look, a popular modern trend is for that of coloured diamonds, in particular the chocolate and champagne diamonds. An interesting fact about these is that they are mined largely in the Argyle area of Australia. The diamonds, while dark in colour, ranging from bronze to chocolate in shade, are still rated for clarity and colour. (They are not, as is sometimes believed, poor quality white diamonds.) Moving away from diamonds, other popular stones are beryl, ruby and sapphire
Further variations occur in settings comprising a number of stones, which are either set around the central stone, or along the band. Raised settings showing the central stone to greatest advantage, or twisted bands comprising a single or multiple bands allow the bride to have a ring that is different. A branched band or split shank band encrusted in pave diamonds, leading to the centre stone, can make for a dramatic effect. Another trend is that of going for geometric and other unusual shapes and angles which are guaranteed to catch the eye.
In these eco-friendly times brides, who want to avoid the controversy raised by the notion of blood diamonds, can feel free to use conflict-free diamonds in their rings, especially if the gold that is used is recycled.
Ultimately, the choice of engagement rings is as varied as there are brides to wear them. Choice is a personal matter and needs to be determined by the preferences of the bride and groom to be.
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