Cheap Engagement Rings

When it comes to fashion, there are fads that come and go faster than you can clap your hands and say boo.  However, when it comes to engagement rings, the most popular styles rarely change and have been very similar for many years.  Read our guide for information about popular engagement rings.

Diamond Engagement Rings – “A diamond is forever,” the brilliant De Boers advertising slogan, has become part of modern day belief.  This saying is so ingrained into our culture, many people truly believe that a diamond is the only way to go for an engagement ring…they really do last forever, and are extremely beautiful.  It is unlikely diamonds will ever lose their popularity with regards to wedding jewelry.

Classic Engagement Ring – this is your typical gold band with a round brilliant diamond on top.  It is a true classic, and if it’s a large stone, makes the perfect flashy engagement ring.     You can flaunt one of these like no other.

Princess Cut Engagement Rings – usually either a gold or platinum band, with the elegant princess cut diamond on top.  Not quite as flashy as a round brilliant, but there is no other option that is more elegant and sophisticated.

Three diamond past-present-future engagement ring – what better way to demonstrate your love for one another than a ring that signifies past present and future?  This can also be done with a diamond in the middle, and other gems on the sides.  Lots of options, but always with the same great meaning.

Diamond-Embedded Engagement Rings – these are rings that usually have a center diamond on top, and many small diamonds that are embedded into the metal of the band. These tend to be very sparkly, and often popular with those who like to show off their jewelry.

Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings – cubic zirconia is becoming more popular every year, for many reasons.  You can find sparkling, beautiful stones that are nearly identical to diamonds, for a fraction of the price.  Women can have their dream rings, even if they aren’t a rich family.  They are durable, can be cut into any style you want, and are easy to find.  CZ rings will only become more popular in the coming years.

Moissanite Engagement Rings – moissonite is similar to cubic zirconia in that it is also considered a “diamond subtitutes.”  They are also becoming more and more popular as the stones being created are better quality and more beautiful.   A great option if you want something that looks, acts, and feels like a diamond, but has a totally different price tag.

Celtic Engagement Rings – these rings have become extremely popular over the years.  The main draw is the unique spiral designs and the intricate knot-work of the ancient Celts that are what personify these engagement rings.   Many have special meaning, which makes them perfect for a a special engagement ring.

Life works like this.  You go to elementary school, then high, you choose a great college, study your life’s dream.   While you’re at college, you meet the girl of your dream, and after graduating college, you propose to her, with the perfect diamond engagement ring, just like the one every girl wants.   Then you buy a house, have kids, and live the dream.  Right?

Well, not for everyone.    There are plenty of people who don’t want to live the cookie cutter life, and who are looking for something a little different.   Maybe you think you’re girlfriend is too unique to have the same kind of diamond ring every other girl has.  Or maybe you have the kind of girl who looks for originality in life.   Whatever the reason, if you have found yourself lo0king for an unusual engagement ring, here is a guide with some different rings you may want to consider, and other ideas for how to go about getting that unique engagement ring.

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Antique Engagement Rings – what is more unique than rings that are no longer made?   This could be something passed through the generations, or a beautiful piece of art you found at an auction.

Aquamarine Engagment Rings – Aquamarine is a light blue/blue-green gem that is usually flawless to the naked eye.  It is the birth stone for Scorpios, and means foresight, courage, and happiness. Some also say it makes you youthful, meaning there are many possible reasons why this could be a perfect engagement ring.   It can be combined with other stones, and goes especially well with diamonds.

Cushion Cut Engagement Rings – a different sort of cut that gives a diamond a real classic look.   For those looking for something different than a princess cut or round brilliant cut.

Two Tone Engagement Rings – the two-tones usually refers to two different metals being used. So instead of a diamond or a platinum band, it is often two shades of gold. This makes for a very unique ring, because the band is two different colors.

Pink Engagement Rings – these are engagement rings with pink sapphires. The sapphires are sometimes inlaid into the band, are located on the sides of a central diamond, or in some cases, can be the main stone. There are plenty of possible combinations.

Build Your Own Engagement Ring – a brilliant option if you have something in mind, but can”t find it anywhere. You could use any stone you want, you could mix new parts with old family heirlooms….the options are endless.

Rainbow Engagement Rings – very unusual, very unique.  This is an engagement ring that has a selection of many different gemstones, often inlaid into the band, and sometimes there is one larger stone in the very center.

Getting a popular engagement rings is not always the way to go, hopefully this has helped you come up with some other options.   Any other ideas?   We’d love to hear them…

Over the last century, the popularity of diamonds as the premier stone in an engagement ring has soared thanks in no small part to a massive media campaign which has pushed the idea of the diamond as a symbol of true love. Diamonds are indeed a beautiful stone, but lately brides have been increasingly interested in alternatives. In fact, anyone shopping for modern engagement rings is spoilt for choice!

Diamonds are undoubtedly a girl’s very good friend but there are alternatives. An engagement ring is a symbol of your relationship, and your fiancée-to-be will wear it every day. It’s a mistake to assume she has to fit one of the solitaires on offer. First off though, the advances made in producing man made diamonds has meant that anyone can afford a decent sized diamond that will pass muster for a real, mined stone. If you do want a traditional diamond engagement ring, why not explore this as a cheaper option? Other synthetic gems are also on the market that provide affordable, quality options for those interested in different colored stones. A created emerald would make a unique modern engagement ring!

Of course, there are plenty of points to consider besides just the choice of stone when choosing a modern design engagement rings. Does she prefer classic or contemporary, new or antique (or made specially), gold or silver metal? To find out, maybe you you can (confidentially) ask friends or relatives who know her tastes well? Can she be persuaded to comment on others’ rings? And … do you know what size finger she has? Put her first, look at the jewelry she already wears, ask a few questions and then, if it’s got to be diamond, at least you’re certain it’s the right choice.

Also, consider the possibility of choosing the ring with her. You could still go down on one knee to present a little velvet-lined box … containing a ‘ticket for two to find the perfect ring’ or a few small photos of the short-list, perhaps. She will appreciate the consideration you’ve shown in doing the legwork and then offering her the choice.

Some things to look for when searching for the perfect modern style engagement ring.

Quality: find out about the cut, color, clarity and carat. If it’s a diamond, is it also conflict-free?

Insurance and guarantees: Consider the details of your policy. Make sure the ring, stone and workmanship are certified and guaranteed. Check delivery options (if any) carefully. And – just in case – find out how easy it would be to alter the ring, exchange it or obtain a refund in order to purchase another.

Budget: this ring is an emotional investment, not a financial one. Engagement rings are heavily marked up and heavily marketed to help you ‘prove’ the extent of your love by the amount you manage to spend. We humbly suggest that you’ve proven the extent of your love by wanting to get engaged. So look at your beloved, not at the ads, and choose a ring you can afford which will bring pleasure and delight.