When it comes to engagement rings, choosing a ring that suits your style no longer means sticking to traditional designs. If you are looking for something a little less conventional, which still has an element of timeless appeal, modern vintage rings offer the perfect blend of old and new. Modern designs typically feature unique shapes and elements. Vintage rings also have unusual elements. When you combine the contemporary look of modern rings with the romantic touches of antique-style rings, the result is a ring that stands out for all the right reasons.
If you’re considering a modern vintage style for your custom ring design, here are a few ideas to get you inspired.
Ring Inspiration: Modern Vintage Engagement Rings
Here are just some examples of how you could blend old and new in your engagement ring design.
Platinum Double Halo
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A spectacular design from the Cape Diamonds Antique Ring Collection, this ring is simple and elegant. A platinum band is encrusted with pave stones, leading up to a double halo of tiny diamonds. In the centre, a round diamond takes centre stage, with a 4-clasp setting to enhance the brilliance of this ring. While it would look just as good in any other metal, or even as a mixed metal ring, the combination of pure gleaming platinum and white sparkling diamonds is breathtaking.
Rose Milgrain Infinity
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Milgrain rings feature delicate detail and texture within the band of the ring. In this design, a round solitaire diamond lies at the centre. A rose gold band leads up to the stone, with a series of marquise diamonds to form an infinity design. The balance of rose gold, tiny diamonds, milgrain detail, and centre diamonds results in a romantic, feminine ring.
Gold Pave Kite
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For something bolder, this ring has a geometric design, with a kite-shaped centre set on a delicate gold band. The kite outline is dotted with milgrain to add texture. On the inside of the kite, an oval diamond is surrounded by tiny accenting round diamonds as well as tiny baguette diamonds. The result is a ring that is sure to catch the light to give maximum sparkle.
Emerald-Cut Channel Pave
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This ring features an emerald-cut diamond that takes centre stage. A single halo with a milgrain edge helps to accentuate the centre stone. The band features delicate carvings in its side profile, with channel-set diamonds that add to its level of detail. This ring would work well in any metal but cool tones help to bring out the sparkle of the small diamonds and emerald-cut centre diamond.
Art Deco Step
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As their name suggests, step rings feature graduating stones that lead up to the centre stone. Rectangular cuts are most commonly used in this type of ring. In this design, a rectangular diamond lies in the centre on a rose gold band. The steps are positioned in rectangular frames, set in basket prongs. Delicate milgrain is found along the edge of the frames, with tiny round diamonds in each frame. Alternating white and black frames make this a stand-out ring that is perfect for those wanting an Art Deco style.
Gold Engraved Floral
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With its ornate design, elegant engraved gold band, milgrain detail and unusual halo that makes up petals, this floral ring is made for the romantic at heart. A brilliant round centre diamond adds to its appeal, resulting in a unique ring that has plenty of antique appeal.
Split-Shank Trinity
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Split bands are used in a variety of ring designs, from classic to contemporary. Due to their versatile style, they can be simple or ornate. Three-stone or trinity designs are also versatile, and used in many different rings. In this ring, the white gold band is dotted with delicate milgrain detail. In the centre lies an ornate rectangular frame, comprised of engravings and pave diamonds. Three round diamonds are positioned between the detailed frame. The broad shank helps to balance this engagement ring perfectly.
Considering a modern vintage ring? At Cape Diamonds, we offer a bespoke design service to help you plan your dream ring. Contact us and let us know how we can turn your engagement ring ideas into reality.