Current and vintage diamond band engagement rings trends
Plan to get engaged in a classic fashion? Want to be surrounded by friends & relatives in a courtyard? Then try buying your diamond band engagement rings in an antique style, one that matches your theme, without spending too much on it. There are several reasons why people would go for the antique style diamond eternity engagement ring instead of contemporary ones, especially those who lean towards unique objects. At a glance, we can see that contemporary engagement rings are usually for those who live in such a lifestyle and plan their engagement in a very modern way. On the other hand, antique style engagement rings are for those who aspire to lead a fairytale-like classic lifestyle. Some common factors which encourage the preference of this type of engagement ring would be uniqueness & charm, less expensive than contemporary ones, better craftsmanship, and many more.
The antique style diamond settings for engagement rings itself, by nature, has the element of uniqueness due to its classic touch. Most of the engagement rings are made of intricate and delicate details. And this classic touch indeed gives the charm to it, regardless as to whether it has stones or not. An antique style engagement ring is usually cheaper than modern ones, because they do not necessarily use expensive metals like platinum. For example, the Victorian style engagement rings are made of yellow or rose gold. As far as the design is concerned, this is undoubtedly good because of its simplicity and elegant at the same time. These characteristics are not compromised with the price, meaning to say that though they generally cost less, they are as good as the contemporary ones, and in fact more beautiful & elegant.
Most halo rings highlight a round or a cushion-cut diamond. Several designers have embraced this style, including Simon G., Tacori and Bridget. Despite the recent high-profile break-ups of Hollywood’s leading ladies, celebrities with seemingly happy marriages do influence what brides request when shopping for their dream engagement rings. Heidi Klum’s ring with a dazzling (and huge) yellow/canary diamond is on many “lust lists.” Beyonce’s massive emerald-cut set in a split shank is requested in a smaller and more affordable price range at jewelry and engagement ring stores across the country, and Fergie’s round diamond in a modern style shows that even creative, innovative entertainers still love to stick with tradition once in a while.
A.Brule on July 29th 2010 in General