For brides looking for an alternative to white diamonds, black diamond engagement rings are beautiful and unusual. Unlike white diamonds, which reflect light, black diamonds absorb light. Rather than sparkling, they have a deep, opaque, glossy look. These coloured diamonds pair well with traditional white diamonds and many other stones. They pair with every type … Read more
If you’re looking for a cool-toned metal for your engagement ring settings and bands, white gold and platinum are both good options. Both have a bright, silvery white shine that pairs well with white diamonds and other gemstones. However, there are a few key differences between these metals that are good to know when planning … Read more
From subtle to statement, multi-row engagement rings are elegant and versatile. As the name suggests, these rings feature multiple rows in their designs. Unlike split bands, which typically have a single band that splits at the centre on either side of the stone, these rings feature anything from three to five rows. In many designs, … Read more
While the majority of people love their engagement ring from the start, still loving it years later, it’s not like that for some people. Like it or not, ring regret is a thing. From a poor fit, a design that ends up being less practical, a style that doesn’t reflect your personality, or even pressure … Read more
Mixed metal engagement rings have a combination of more than one metal in their band or settings. If you love cool-toned metals but also veer towards warmer tones, a two or even three-toned ring is the way to go. This could include a combination of platinum and rose gold, yellow and rose gold, or a … Read more
Pairing diamonds with other stones or even pairing white diamonds with coloured diamonds is a great way to make your engagement ring unique. With that said, combining stones isn’t always as simple as picking colours you like. Colour is the most important factor, of course. Stones need to look good together without clashing. But there … Read more
For brides-to-be wanting a stunning diamond alternative, an alexandrite engagement ring is the perfect choice. There’s a reason that these dazzling stones are called emerald by day, ruby by night. Their colour-changing effect is due to the amount of chromium in the stone. With a hardness of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, alexandrite stones are … Read more
A question that future brides are asking is whether it’s possible to have more than one engagement ring. Most brides see their ring as something they will wear for eternity, which means there will always be only one ring. Some want to have their main ring to wear most of the time, with additional rings … Read more
Similar to pave rings, with larger side stones and distinctive settings, bubble bands are a great choice for those looking for elegant engagement rings. These rings take their name from the bubble-like stones set along their bands. They are often used in wedding rings, but for engagement rings, they add extra detail that ensures more … Read more
As something you wear day in and day out, your engagement ring should fit comfortably, without feeling too loose or too tight. With that said, ring spinning is more common than you may think. Spinning describes the feeling that your ring is loose, without being so loose that it falls off. While you may find … Read more