How to Pick an Engagement or Promise Ring your Partner will Love

A traditional
engagement ring features a single diamond as the centrepiece, sometimes flanked
by smaller diamonds. This tradition is
just a guideline for what makes a ring an engagement ring, because the true
significance and meaning is imparted by the fact that it's the ring you propose
with – it could be the ring pull from a can of soft drink if that's the ring
you proposed with! The idea that an
engagement ring should have a diamond is a relatively recent invention and
historically engagement rings have been of various different styles and stones,
including rings with two stones representing each partner, and coloured
gemstones, a trend sparked around 200 years ago by Napoleon Bonaparte, who
proposed with a sapphire ring.
The trick to
choosing a ring your partner will love as much as they love you is to
understand their personality and also their lifestyle. Someone who is very active or who works with
their hands won't want a big, chunky ring that might get damaged at work or
which will interfere with their activities, but someone who loves being
pampered might prefer a bold, showy ring which stands out.
The cut of
the main stone is a good way of choosing a ring for your beloved because each
cut style appeals to different personalities.
The emerald cut, a geometric style which shows off stones with few
inclusions beautifully, is ideal for people who are charming, unique and
confident, as it takes a strong personality to pull off a large rectangular
stone. Our Blue Lagoon ring, one of our
most popular designs, is the perfect engagement ring for anyone born in
December, as the topaz stone is December's birthstone. For those born in February the Lavender ring
features the February birthstone, amethyst and April born people will love the
Emerald Ice ring, which features a large emerald cut cubic zirconia. We also have rings featuring a large emerald
cut stone flanked by smaller cubic zirconia for more sparkle, such as our
Antarctica, Arctic and Iceberg rings.
The cushion
cut is square with rounded corners and is ideal for people who are optimistic
and sophisticated – those hopeful dreamers who always seem to have it
together. What better way to show these
personality traits than with an engagement ring which reflects them? The Light Fantastic ring has the perfect name
to match this type of person and it's simply gorgeous, no-one could say no to a
proposal with this stunning piece. A
central cushion cut cubic zirconia is surrounded by smaller cubic zirconia,
with further stones down the shoulder of the ring in a style which really does
look like a more expensive engagement ring.
Our Vivacious Violet ring also embodies hope and style with a single
cushion cut amethyst ideally suited to those born in February, or anyone who
loves purple. This would be the perfect
engagement ring for someone with a unique outlook on life who always sees the
positive side of things.
Oval cut
stones appeal to people who are creative, stylish and elegant, so they're
perfect for artists, designers and those with a flair for aesthetics. Our Opulent ring is a gorgeous example of the
cut with a quirky design – the central oval cut cubic zirconia is nestled
between two rows of cubic zirconia on slender bands; this is quite a fun yet
stylish design, perfect for the artistic lover.
If you want something which stands out even more, then our Zing ring is
perfect. An oval cut cubic zirconia is
surrounded by a spiky halo of smaller stones, in a unique design which will be
admired by all who see it.
For a more
traditional style, the round brilliant cut fits the bill. This style appeals to people who are caring
and who like the classic look. The Give
You My Heart ring is a very classic engagement style with a single stone on a
simple band. The band tapers towards the
stone making it stand out beautifully and with an understated style this piece is
ideal for the traditionalist. Our Dazzle
ring is a modern classic with a single central stone flanked by micro-set cubic
zirconia on the shoulders. This ring is
ideal for people who are quite active as the stones are set flush with the
mount so it won't catch on clothing. Our
Crown of Light ring has a little more sparkle with a larger central stone
surrounded by a halo of cubic zirconia which also runs down the shoulders. Again, this is a classic style with a modern
twist and will ensure you get a positive answer to the big question.
We hope
you've found the perfect ring to send your message of love and commitment, but
this is just
a small selection from our range and we still many more you can choose from;
we’re sure you’ll find ‘the one’ that just perfect.
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