Engagement Rings

Congratulations! Your relationship has taken the next big step and you are now formally inducted into the 'to be wedded' clan. It's a great feeling isn't it? These must be exciting times for you and your fiance, and now you have another exciting task of finding the perfect engagement ring- a dazzling jeweled band to further strengthen the bond.

Types of Engagement Rings

          An engagement ring is one of the most personal piece of jewelery that you would hold dear for the rest of your life. Thus, it is important to choose one that reflects your personal style and reminds you of the love shared with your better half. There are many types of rings you can opt for, the common designs being:

• Solitaire- This type of ring is typically a single stone set in a plain band; although, the solitaire of today may include many smaller stones arranged beautifully around the central stone.
• Three- or Five Stone Ring- This ring contains stones of same or different styles and shapes. These rings come in various pretty arrangements of stone that make for a pretty ring.
• Cluster Ring- A cluster ring contains a central stone, and several smaller stones arranged in form of a cluster. The band of the ring may also be adorned with smaller sized stones embedded in it.
• Coloured Gemstone Rings- These rings are made up of a variety of coloured stones which makes the engagement ring look quite attractive. This type of ring is very often also paired with diamonds to highlight the contrast of colour and make the ring look dazzling.

Styling of Engagement Rings

          An engagement ring with a simple band might becomes every woman's fantasy as long as it supports a large diamond on its top. While not everybody can afford a big diamond, there are other ways too to adorn the engagement ring. Add coloured stones like sapphire, ruby, etc that reflect your personality and impart an element of fun to your ring.

          While there are many designs you can choose from when it comes to contemporary rings, a vintage engagement ring is a unique piece that has its own charm. Whether a family heirloom, or  an antique piece that catches your eye, a vintage engagement ring is a perfect way to seal your love. The fact that the has a history of its own lends it more character, and being a family possession for years, it conveys warmth.

          Even the band of the ring need not be plain. Brides of today are opting for less conventional designs for the band- swirling band, in both symmetric and asymmetric shapes looks very stylish, and so does a smooth band with stones embedded in it.

          Thus, let the ring you choose be the expression of your love; be creative and find the ring that is both elegant and symbolic of a love that will stand the test of both time and years.