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Trend Report: Sometimes Less is More

December 20, 2013 Jennifer

Glitz and glamor are always in style, but sometimes less is more! Understated engagement rings with a classic design and just the right arrangement of flawless diamonds can be the pinnacle of elegance. This week’s Fashion Friday Trend Report is dedicated to celebrating the beauty of diamond engagement rings whose sophistication come from their simplicity.

NK26632-18W is one such ring with a simple design that exudes effortless charm. You can have the feel of a vintage inspired ring without the overwhelming spirals and clutter. The center mounting is flanked by two bright white diamonds on either side, to frame it, perfectly while the rest of the band is a polished white gold. One detail adds just the right touch of whimsy, an neat scroll work gallery makes this ring interesting, not gaudy!

Engagement rings with simple bands are the perfect match for someone who works with their hands. Convenient and snag resistant. But don’t take simple to mean unglamorous! You can still get the full impact of a luxury diamond ring with fewer diamonds. NK24154-18W is perfect, its single diamond halo surrounds the center mounting and makes it stand out. The band, with a knife’s edge, still has some intrigue but won’t interfere or clash with the glowing diamond halo.

Sometimes, less is more.

Trend Report: Split Shank Engagement Rings

December 6, 2013 Jennifer

Every week we try and help make buying your engagement ring, just a little bit easier. We’ve shared the meaning of a three stone engagement ring and the warm glow of our rose gold collection, this week’s #FashionFriday trend report is all about split shank engagement rings!

A split shank is a design element of the engagement ring’s band. Rather than a sleek or single band the split shank, is as it implies, a split band. For larger center stones or heavier center mountings the double bands can also help to support the weight. While the most popular split shank style is wide at the top and then tapers at the ends like NK28085-18W, there are countless variations you can find.

See NK26156-W, a split shank engagement ring as well but with a completely different look. Instead of the tapering down of the band this appears as two parallel bands. A much more modern silhouette, and appearance.

A favorite is a split shank with an additional sparkling characteristic, a nestled side stone diamond set between both arms. NK23466-W is an example of this unique element. Pave set diamonds shine along both arms leading up to the four prong head and two prong set round cut diamonds.

Explore all of our collections and a find a split shank engagement ring in any style to suit yours!

Trend Report: 3 Ways to Get the Engagement Ring You Want!

November 29, 2013 Jennifer

3 ways to be sure your future hubby gets you the engagement ring YOU want!

With 61% of guys already consulting their soon to be fiancé before making the big purchase it’s not much of a surprise that sometimes a little help can go a long way in deciding which engagement ring is the right one. Don’t be afraid to make a few suggestions and lead him in the right direction! Here’s three sure fire ways to get the ring you’ve always dreamt of.

Show Him a Picture:

While we don’t suggest to be so bold as to stick a photo to the fridge (unless that’d work for you) you can always send a picture of the ring you have your eye on from one of our collections. Click the email or Facebook button to share with that special someone. It may seem a bit daring but there’s no way that a picture could be misinterpreted. This is the best route to go for a couple who have already discussed an engagement and a bride who isn’t one for surprises. But if you are hoping for a bit more surprise, be subtle. Maybe you accidentally left our Pinterest page open with a few of your favorites on screen or happened to have stepped away mid-pin!

Shop Together:

Don’t be afraid to shop together! It can be a fun and exciting experience, one to cherish forever. You might not have an exact ring you want in mind so if you happen to find the right one together it can make for an unforgettable moment. With our retailers across the country it’s as easy as using our store locator to find a location near you. Make it an event! You can make a full day of it starting with brunch and ending with champagne. Then if you’re still hoping for a bit of wonder ask him to save his proposal for another day and have him catch you off guard!

Design it Together:

With a wide variety of engagement ring semi mounts there’s a way to customize each ring to suit you and your partner perfectly. Find the perfect setting and then choose the ideal diamond center so that your ring can be unique. From fancy colored diamonds to uniquely cut pear shapes find the right combination and do it together. Creating your distinct ring will only be the first of many shared ventures to come.

Start your search here!

Trend Report: Marquise Engagement Rings

November 15, 2013 Jennifer

We know how important it is to find an engagement ring uniquely your own which is why share our Fashion Friday trend reports once a week for choices you may have missed! This week is the marquise cut center stone, a distinctive diamond cut you can find in the Belle Collection.

The marquise cut diamond is quite the statement piece, for the woman who never shies away from bold choices. A marquise diamond is unique in that it is cut as an elongated oval with pointed ends which help to elongate the line of the hand and give the fingers a delicate and dainty look. Another added quality that makes a marquise cut stone more appealing is that while you may select a diamond center at a smaller carat size the cut makes the diamond appear larger.

Not to be mistaken with the dated and gaudy marquise engagement rings from the eighties a marquise cut center stone can look exquisite when set in an elegant and understated mounting. NK20170-W is the perfect example of a marquise engagement ring with refined sophistication. The band sparkles with nine diamonds on either side of a diamond halo crafted to perfectly hug to the edges of the uniquely shaped center.

Check out some other Fashion Friday Trend Reports: Contemporary Engagement Rings and Princess Cut Diamonds

For Your Engagement Ring Are You Planning on “Going Dutch?”

October 5, 2013 Jennifer

Being in a serious relationship with someone often means being able to share everything with your partner. From your dreams and ambitions to rent and chores, as a young couple you’re splitting everything down the middle and making the best efforts to work as a team. But soon enough you’re ready to take the next step, when that time comes are you willing to “go Dutch?”

Never mind the 3 months-worth of salary rule, these days many couples are deciding to shuck tradition and split the cost of the engagement ring. Many couples consider this to be a simple decision based on the fact that their finances are either already tied or will soon be tied. Professional matchmaker Samantha Daniels even told Today.com “I think it makes for a better connection between the two people.” And yet, this does take away from the moment of surprise, and all but extinguishes the shock and awe moment many have come to appreciate about proposals. How many hours have you spent tearing up on HowHeAsked.com?

According to polls and comment sections bursting at the seams on The Knot, Huffington Post Weddings and In Style Magazine, women and men are sharing convicted opinions on both sides of the spectrum. It seems like the question is still up for debate? Leave us a comment and tell us what you think?

For more on “Going Dutch”: HuffPost Weddings, The Knot and InStyle.