Engagement ring stacking is a great way to mix things up, layering your engagement and wedding rings. You can also add anniversary rings or any other rings. Done properly, stacked rings look elegant and stylish. Done without much thought, stacked rings look overcrowded, messy and bulky. There are a few factors that you will need to consider to plan the perfect stack. We’ve covered some of the basics in our guide to ring stacking. Keep reading for even more advice on what not to do when stacking your engagement rings.
Engagement Ring Stacking Mistakes
The biggest (and most common) engagement ring stacking mistakes include the following:
Not considering fit
The fit of any ring is important. When you are stacking your rings, it’s important that every ring fits comfortably. If your main ring fits properly and rings stacked above or below don’t, the entire stack will feel uncomfortable to wear. There is also more chance of rings falling off or getting damaged if they do not stay in place on your finger. To get the right fit, use your main ring as a guideline. If this ring takes up a lot of space, it should have a band that allows rings to easily fit below.
Not considering balance
Balance is everything when stacking your rings. You want to make a statement with your rings. You want to do this without overcrowding with too many statement rings. As a general rule of thumb, it is best to focus on one centre ring or stone. If your main ring is bulky, balance it out with delicate bands. Adding a stack of bulky rings will look over the top. It could also make your fingers look shorter if there are too many rings taking up space on your hand.
Not considering metals
There’s nothing wrong with sticking to a single metal if you prefer a unified look. However, you don’t have to limit yourself if you’re considering a multi-toned stack. You can pair platinum or white gold with yellow gold or rose gold, or even mix and match three metals. The trick to pulling this off is to keep the designs simple. Fine bands in a contrasting metal can be paired with your main ring to create a unique effect. You definitely don’t want to add too many bold designs if you’re mixing metals, however.
Not considering stones
Of course, your main ring will feature a beautiful diamond (or a few). You can add extra rings that feature diamonds – be careful not to add too many, however. You don’t want your main diamond to compete with diamonds in your stacked rings. Pave bands are a perfect way to add diamonds subtly, without being too overwhelming. You could also consider small cluster stones, smaller coloured diamonds or gemstones that complement the main diamond.
If you’re looking for more advice on how to stack your rings, our custom design service will help you plan your rings in a way that creates the perfect stack. Contact Cape Diamonds now to find out more about stacked engagement rings.