Choosing the perfect engagement ring for your partner can be a difficult decision. From solitaire and halo styles to selecting the right diamond shape and metal – the possibilities for that perfect ring are endless. But with so many engagement ring styles to choose from, you might feel a little daunted to begin with. In this article, we discuss the different types of engagement rings to suit every taste to help you find the ideal ring for your loved one.
Choosing Between Ring Styles
From solitaire rings to pavé settings and emerald-shape diamonds, there are uncountable different ways you can customise an engagement ring and millions of combinations of details to make your ring unique. But that can feel a bit daunting. Never fear though, we’ll break down the most popular options to help you choose the perfect ring for your love.
Most Popular Engagement Ring Styles
The top three most popular styles of engagement rings are solitaire (rings featuring a single, lovely stone), halo springs (a centre stone surrounded by a halo of smaller gems), and trilogy rings (three-stone rings that represent the past, present, and future you have together).
What is a solitaire ring?
A solitaire ring is a minimalistic style of engagement ring that has been extremely popular since it’s original design in the 1940s. They feature a single gemstone mounted on the ring band usually using a prong setting, although other styles are popular as well.
The band of the ring can be plain but also can be decorated with gemstones or patterns. The most popular types of solitaire ring usually feature a single white diamond.
-Popular solitaire ring designs
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What is a halo ring?
Halo rings are perfect for those looking for a little more opulence. This beautiful style of engagement ring features a large central gemstone – often a diamond, emerald, or ruby – encircled by a ring of other small stones (typically diamonds). This style of ring was really popular in the Victorian era before falling out of fashion but came roaring back into style during the 1930s and ‘40s so it offers a really vintage feel which many people love.
-Popular halo ring designs
What is a trilogy ring?
Beautiful, elegant, and timeless, trilogy rings (also known as three-stone rings) make stunning engagement rings. They feature three individual stones – either all the same size or have a larger centre stone. These stones represent the three moments in time of your relationship, the past, present, and future.
There are plenty of ways to customise a trilogy ring. Asymmetrical stones in different shapes give these rings a contemporary charm, mix-and-matched stones can suit many different occasions, or stones of different sizes can offer a subtle uniqueness to the ring. The possibilities are endless.
IN-STORE CONSULTATIONS
Looking to create the perfect ring for your beloved? Visit us in store for a design appointment where you can customise every aspect of your engagement ring.
Choosing between scallop, pavé and channel setting
The setting of the stones in your engagement ring is an important choice to make. It can have a big effect on the overall look of the ring and there are many different types of settings to choose from. How do you choose between a scallop, pavé, and channel settings? Here’s some information to make the decision easier.
- Pavé
A pavé setting is a popular style of setting in which several small diamonds or gemstones accentuate the main stone, creating a field of sparkle. Usually, the diamonds are so closely set that the metal beneath them can’t be distinguished from the diamond. There are different types of pavé setting such as French pavé where the metal on the outer edges are cut away in a V shape to let more light into the stones.
- Scallop
A scallop setting is actually a variation of the French pavé setting style. the metal beads holding the accent diamonds have U-shaped cutouts underneath, reducing the look of metal. The key difference between a pavé setting and a scalloped pavé setting is the shape of the metalwork. While the French pavé setting is cut in a V shape, the scalloped pavé setting features a U shape or scoop instead.
- Channel
The channel setting is a type of ring setting where stones on the band of the ring are set along a track between two walls of metal. The stones are nestled against one another and not separated by prongs, beads, or bezels. This style of setting is generally more cost effective but might not look as sparkly because the light in the stones is limited.
-Choosing your ring claw style
The ring claws, also known as prongs, is a setting type where the diamond or gemstone is secured onto the ring using a number of protruding claws that grip the stone. The most common number of prongs are four or six.
- Ball Claws
Ball claws are just what they sound like. The prongs securing the stone look like small balls – they’re round and smooth and protrude slightly above the stone itself.
- Talon Claws
Talon claws describe a prong setting style that look just like the talons of a bird of prey. Elongated polished claws narrow to a fine point pointing inward towards the centre of a gemstone.
- Box Claws
A box claw setting is a setting in which the diamond looks like it has been encased in a box. Each corner features a corner of metal with prongs of metal encasing the corner all the way down to the band.
- Rubover
Sleek and contemporary, a rub over setting holds the gemstone in place with an overlap of metal that's physically worked over the stone and encircles the edge of the crown. This type of setting is also known as a bezel setting.
We hope we have helped you better understand some of the settings and styles of rings available to help you choose the perfect ring. If you’re looking for more information, please do check out our engagement ring guide which goes over other aspects of buying an engagement ring such as the four Cs and budgeting.
Choosing the perfect engagement ring for your partner can be a difficult decision. From solitaire and halo styles to selecting the right diamond shape and metal – the possibilities for that perfect ring are endless. But with so many engagement ring styles to choose from, you might feel a little daunted to begin with. In this article, we discuss the different types of engagement rings to suit every taste to help you find the ideal ring for your loved one.
Choosing Between Ring Styles
From solitaire rings to pavé settings and emerald-shape diamonds, there are uncountable different ways you can customise an engagement ring and millions of combinations of details to make your ring unique. But that can feel a bit daunting. Never fear though, we’ll break down the most popular options to help you choose the perfect ring for your love.
Most Popular Engagement Ring Styles
The top three most popular styles of engagement rings are solitaire (rings featuring a single, lovely stone), halo springs (a centre stone surrounded by a halo of smaller gems), and trilogy rings (three-stone rings that represent the past, present, and future you have together).
What is a solitaire ring?
A solitaire ring is a minimalistic style of engagement ring that has been extremely popular since it’s original design in the 1940s. They feature a single gemstone mounted on the ring band usually using a prong setting, although other styles are popular as well.
The band of the ring can be plain but also can be decorated with gemstones or patterns. The most popular types of solitaire ring usually feature a single white diamond.
-Popular solitaire ring designs
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What is a halo ring?
Halo rings are perfect for those looking for a little more opulence. This beautiful style of engagement ring features a large central gemstone – often a diamond, emerald, or ruby – encircled by a ring of other small stones (typically diamonds). This style of ring was really popular in the Victorian era before falling out of fashion but came roaring back into style during the 1930s and ‘40s so it offers a really vintage feel which many people love.
-Popular halo ring designs
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What is a trilogy ring?
Beautiful, elegant, and timeless, trilogy rings (also known as three-stone rings) make stunning engagement rings. They feature three individual stones – either all the same size or have a larger centre stone. These stones represent the three moments in time of your relationship, the past, present, and future.
There are plenty of ways to customise a trilogy ring. Asymmetrical stones in different shapes give these rings a contemporary charm, mix-and-matched stones can suit many different occasions, or stones of different sizes can offer a subtle uniqueness to the ring. The possibilities are endless.
IN-STORE CONSULTATIONS
Looking to create the perfect ring for your beloved? Visit us in store for a design appointment where you can customise every aspect of your engagement ring.
Choosing between scallop, pavé and channel setting
The setting of the stones in your engagement ring is an important choice to make. It can have a big effect on the overall look of the ring and there are many different types of settings to choose from. How do you choose between a scallop, pavé, and channel settings? Here’s some information to make the decision easier.
- Pavé
A pavé setting is a popular style of setting in which several small diamonds or gemstones accentuate the main stone, creating a field of sparkle. Usually, the diamonds are so closely set that the metal beneath them can’t be distinguished from the diamond. There are different types of pavé setting such as French pavé where the metal on the outer edges are cut away in a V shape to let more light into the stones.
- Scallop
A scallop setting is actually a variation of the French pavé setting style. the metal beads holding the accent diamonds have U-shaped cutouts underneath, reducing the look of metal. The key difference between a pavé setting and a scalloped pavé setting is the shape of the metalwork. While the French pavé setting is cut in a V shape, the scalloped pavé setting features a U shape or scoop instead.
- Channel
The channel setting is a type of ring setting where stones on the band of the ring are set along a track between two walls of metal. The stones are nestled against one another and not separated by prongs, beads, or bezels. This style of setting is generally more cost effective but might not look as sparkly because the light in the stones is limited.
-Choosing your ring claw style
The ring claws, also known as prongs, is a setting type where the diamond or gemstone is secured onto the ring using a number of protruding claws that grip the stone. The most common number of prongs are four or six.
- Ball Claws
Ball claws are just what they sound like. The prongs securing the stone look like small balls – they’re round and smooth and protrude slightly above the stone itself.
- Talon Claws
Talon claws describe a prong setting style that look just like the talons of a bird of prey. Elongated polished claws narrow to a fine point pointing inward towards the centre of a gemstone.
- Box Claws
A box claw setting is a setting in which the diamond looks like it has been encased in a box. Each corner features a corner of metal with prongs of metal encasing the corner all the way down to the band.
- Rubover
Sleek and contemporary, a rub over setting holds the gemstone in place with an overlap of metal that's physically worked over the stone and encircles the edge of the crown. This type of setting is also known as a bezel setting.
We hope we have helped you better understand some of the settings and styles of rings available to help you choose the perfect ring. If you’re looking for more information, please do check out our engagement ring guide which goes over other aspects of buying an engagement ring such as the four Cs and budgeting.