If you’re looking for engagement rings that have a little more detail than traditional styles, sunburst rings are a great choice. These rings take their name from the design of the stones that surround the centre stone. Using prongs, alternating diamond sizes and shapes, or various settings, the result is a ring that resembles the sun. While they’re a good choice for brides who like nature-inspired rings, not every style has to be unconventional or over the top. You can add sunburst details to classic designs to make your ring more eye-catching. In this engagement ring guide, we’re sharing some ideas on how you can incorporate sunburst designs into your custom ring design.
Sunburst Engagement Rings Inspiration
Here are just a few of our favourite sunburst engagement rings to inspire your custom ring.
Gold Double Band
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Sunburst designs can be used in various ring styles. There are two ways to incorporate a double band style design. You could opt for a double band that connects at the top to highlight the centre sunburst. You could also choose a design that can be stacked with your wedding ring, giving the appearance of a double band. Whichever option you choose, the double band effect helps to balance the sunburst perfectly.
Rose Gold Halo
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If you love rose gold rings and prefer something bolder, this ring will be perfect. A delicate gold band adds a subtle touch, allowing the larger sunburst in the centre to truly shine. The sunburst features a round diamond, surrounded by a halo of pave diamonds. Marquise diamonds are positioned around the halo, while smaller stones are placed between each stone. The prong setting adds beaded detail to the ring.
Sapphire Beaded Halo
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This type of ring can be used with any type of stone, including gems such as sapphire. In this design, a deep blue oval sapphire takes centre stage. Alternating marquise stones form the rays of the sunburst, while a subtle beaded halo around the centre stones adds to the detail. This type of halo ring would work well in any metal and any stone of your choice.
Oval Split Band
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Split band rings remain a popular choice in many ring designs. In this design, the sunburst is set on a simple white gold split band that opens out onto the centre stone. You could add more detail by mixing the metals, using rose or yellow gold for the band and white gold for the centre sunburst.
Bezel Cut Cluster
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Bezel designs are practical and simple, with a setting that lies around the stone. This ring adds extra detail, with a cluster of marquise diamonds positioned along the middle stone. It would also work well as a mixed metal ring, as the diamond can be set in any type of metal. Go for a warm yellow gold bezel centre with a white gold or platinum band or choose yellow and rose gold for a bolder effect.
Oval Emerald Pave
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Another stone that works well with these rings is emeralds. This ring features an oval emerald, with a burst of small diamonds to create the sunburst effect. Pave stones set along a delicate gold band lead up to the centre sunburst. Other stones that would work well with this design include ruby, pink diamonds, orange diamonds, or yellow diamonds.
Considering a sunburst style for your custom ring? Contact Cape Diamonds now to start planning your dream engagement ring.