Classic jewelry and fashion designs never go out of style, and sometimes looking back into the past provides new ideas for the future . This is also true with engagement rings, although most styles are really timeless in their beautify and styling. Most engagement rings will actually be a combination of classical designs combined with modern twists and features.
One of the most obvious ways in which engagement rings can differ with regards to classic or modern styles is in the cut of the diamond or diamonds on the ring itself. Cushion cut diamonds have become much more popular due to their soft, subtle appearance and beautiful reflective properties. Other traditional and still popular classic diamond cuts include the solitaire in either round or oval as well as the princess and emerald shape and cut .
For a new shape or cut that isn’t common, look towards geometric shapes such as the triangle. Ideal as a solitaire style, the trilliant shape can be a blunted or very sharp triangle, largely depending on the diamond cutter as well as the natural shape of the stone. Other new shapes include flowers and hearts, ideal as central stones or solitaires .
However, many people are just as interesting in returning to the more tried and true styles of engagement rings. Antique engagement rings may be literally estate type jewelry, or they can be modern recreations of old classics. Deciding if a modern or antique style is best is really related to personal taste, but it is important to take a look.
Art deco is one of the more unique styles of engagement rings from the past. Much more free style in design, these rings were and still are on the cutting edge of jewelry design. Groupings of stones or unique individual diamond shapes figure heavily in this style of jewelry.
Many of the new versions of older, antique style rings include raised diamonds and bands on the front part of the ring. Gold, silver or platinum can be used to add details such as filigree, flowers and intricate designs along the sides of the raised areas of the ring.
The Victorian style of jewelry design is one of the classic styles for engagement rings that have resurfaced as beautiful option. These rings can be either a combination wedding and engagement ring or they can be combined with matching wedding bands or even simple wedding bands.
Looking through the new versions of classic styles for engagement rings is a great option to find that perfect engagement ring. You may wish to consider different metals or newer cuts of diamonds to further enhance the beauty of these traditional engagement rings.
