10 Unusual Modern Engagement Rings
When most women think of an engagement ring, they picture a diamond on a gold band. However, there are many great options out there when it comes to engagement rings and not all of the bands are gold nor are all of the stones diamonds. Here are some examples of modern engagement rings that break with the diamond and gold band tradition. They’re very beautiful and even a bit unusual which can set that special someone, apart from the crowd.
White Sapphire
White sapphires look, for all practical purposes, just like a regular diamond. However, they are far less expensive. They still look beautiful in either a gold, silver or rose gold setting. Many women choose to pair a large center white sapphire with other gemstones surrounding it.
Blue Sapphire
Perhaps Princess Diana had it right. A blue sapphire is an unusual center stone for an engagement ring and yet, it is absolutely lovely! It can be paired with other stones or worn as a solitaire. If blue is her favorite color this may work well for an engagement ring.
Emeralds
Emeralds have long been used as engagement rings in some areas. They are lovely and exquisite yet they won’t break the bank. Again, you can pair them with other stones and different colored gold or even silver. Emeralds lend themselves well to a variety of settings for rings.
Amethyst
This purple stone is said to have strong energy. Regardless of whether or not you believe this, it is a lovely center stone for an engagement ring and has been used for decades as just that.
Citrine
This little gemstone is pretty and of a yellow gold color. Affordable yet sparkling it reflects a look of yesteryear. If you’re looking for something that lends an antique look to your ring, Citrine may be the stone for you.
Opal
Opals are a lovely option and offer a variety of shapes and sizes for a ring. They can be placed into a gold, silver, or even a rose gold setting and will give an air of sophistication to any bride.
Black Diamonds
Black diamonds are enjoying a current trend and they are a bit unusual when compared to their white diamond counterparts. Offset with a few white diamonds or white sapphire stones they really stand out from the crowd.
Turquoise
Turquoise is always lovely and can easily be paired with other stones that will help it to stand out from the crowd. Although it can be paired with any shade of gold, it also looks very lovely with a silver colored band.
Birthstones
Many couples today choose their birthstones for the engagement ring, and then the month that they get married for the wedding band itself. when properly designed these can offer a unique and lovely alternative to the modern traditional engagement and wedding ring.
Rough Cut Stones
An unusual trend is to choose rough cut stones for the center stone. A rough cut stone hasn’t been polished or cut to any fancy dimensions that will reflect the light. Most of them look rather plain yet they stand out due to their unusual designs. They lend themselves well to making a unique and creative ring.
Many young couples take a ring from a grandparent and have it redesigned for their tastes. Using any of the stones mentioned above is a unique and fun way to design an unusual engagement ring and make it something that no one else will ever have. Take your time and give it some thought and consider some of the stones mentioned above if you’re looking for an unusual engagement ring look. With so many options you may have to design a wedding band with a few stones in it as well.
Once you have got the ring planned now all you need to do is organise your engagement photographer. It is often a great idea to use the same person who shot your engagement as your wedding photographer.
