When it comes to looking for the perfect engagement ring, you will likely encounter all sorts of terms and words, and that can be confusing at first. In today’s article, we will cover two important aspects of ring shopping: The setting and the style.
The style refers to the overall look and feel of the ring. Some popular styles include the simple yet elegant solitaire, halo engagement rings, side stone bands, and vintage or antique-inspired styles.
The setting, on the other hand, refers to how the stones are actually held in place. This can include the bridge or head of the ring (where the centre diamond or solitaire is held) or the band or shank, which may include several smaller stones.
Let’s explore these terms in more detail:
Engagement Ring Styles
Classic Style Engagement Rings
When it comes to classic ring styles, the solitaire has often been the ring of choice for many decades. This style features a single diamond in a plain gold or platinum band. The solitaire is currently one of our most popular styles and shows no signs of slowing down.
Other classic styles include side stone or pavé bands, which feature a row of smaller diamonds on either side of the centre stone.
These styles are a perfect choice for an engagement ring or piece of jewellery you plan to wear for life since they are always popular, regardless of current trends.
Luxe Engagement Rings
These engagement rings come in a variety of styles but all share an abundance of smaller diamonds to complement the large centre stone. For instance, you may have a three-stone ring with an extra row of diamonds on either side or various diamond collars and multiple halos for added sparkle.
Vintage-Inspired Rings
Our specialty is antique and vintage styles, which are appreciated for their timeless appeal and character. These designs often feature ornate engraving and piercing on the band with various geometric shapes. Vintage engagement rings look great with various gemstones, such as emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds.
Modern Engagement Rings
Modern-style engagement rings blend sharp lines and unique features and textures. These can include various forms of hidden halos, channel settings, bezels, and half-bezels. Oval, marquise, and radiant-cut diamonds are currently the most popular diamond cuts in modern engagement ring styling.
Engagement Ring Settings
Solitaire
This is currently our most popular setting for engagement rings. The solitaire features a single centre stone that “steals the show.” Bands are often crafted in yellow gold, white gold, or platinum, depending on your colour preference. This setting can also be customized with a variety of claw styles, from classic round claws to pointy cat-like claws to double prongs.
Halo
Another popular setting is the halo. This style features a ring of smaller diamonds around the centre stone, which enhances both the sparkle and perceived size. Another popular option is the “hidden halo,” which features a smaller and tighter ring of diamonds set underneath the centre stone, not visible from the top down, creating a hidden feature of the ring.
Three Stone
This style of setting, also known as a “past, present, future” ring, features three stones, usually a large centre stone and two smaller ones on either side. These stones are said to symbolize the past, present, and future of your relationship. Three-stone engagement rings have always been a popular choice for an anniversary ring but have also become increasingly popular as an engagement ring over the past few years.
The three-stone setting allows for many options, with some featuring three stones of the same shape and others featuring unique combinations such as oval-centre diamonds and pear-shaped diamonds or sapphires on the side.
Bezel
A bezel setting is where the diamond is held in place by metal that has been moulded and wrapped around it rather than using prongs. This setting is one of the safest and most secure around, creating a modern and sleek appearance. Bezels can be made around a stone or only go halfway to create various unique styles.
Pavé
The pavé setting features many small diamonds (usually between 1.3 and 2 mm) on the band or head of the ring. This is often seen in side stone and halo designs, which create a lot of sparkle throughout the ring.
Engagement Ring Style Gallery
Design Your Dream Engagement Ring Today
We hope that this article has been valuable in educating you about the terms style and setting when it comes to shopping for engagement rings. During our design consultations, our expert team will walk you through all aspects of engagement ring shopping and answer any questions you may have about engagement rings in Winnipeg.
We invite you to browse the rest of our site for examples of the available styles. Follow us on Instagram and social media to see our recent creations.
When the time comes to create your own special custom engagement ring, please get in touch to begin your masterpiece!