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Engagement Rings Guide

Making the decision to marry your sweetheart is a life-changing event. So, it’s only natural for you to want that moment in time to be unforgettable. And what better way to let her know that she’s the one for you than proposing with the perfect engagement ring that’ll be a token of your lifetime together?

Once you’re set on your decision, it’s time to make sure you pick the perfect engagement ring. Let us help you make that decision by showing you all of your choices. That way, you’ll get an overall sense of what you want the perfect ring to look like when you surprise her. So, let’s dive into this precious symbol of love: the engagement ring.
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What to consider when choosing the right engagement ring

There are a few key factors which need to be considered to help you find the perfect engagement ring for your significant other. Needless to say, the overall aesthetic and look of the ring is just as important, but where do we go from here? In light of so many options, how do you ensure that a particular engagement ring will be the right one for her?
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Start with the basics: choosing the engagement ring’s metal color 

Let’s begin by defining the metal color that’ll perfectly complement your sweetheart’s skin color in the most natural way possible. Different metals happen to suit different skin undertones effortlessly, enhancing her beauty and making her look even more gorgeous as she walks around showing off her engagement ring to everybody.

Most precious metals used to craft an engagement ring can include yellow gold, rose gold, white gold and platinum. For lighter, fairer and neutral skin tones, white gold is a perfect match, known for its neutrality, while tanner, darker and olive skin tones call for hues such as yellow gold and rose gold, as they add a natural glow to them. 

Platinum is a perfect match for every skin tone due to its incomparable neutrality - especially if you know your sweetheart enjoys the looks - as well as the many benefits - of this precious metal. So, the best way to start is to look at her skin tone, as you’ll be able to find out the metal choice that will perfectly suit her natural hues.
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Now, get familiar with the different kinds of diamond shapes

Now, let’s take a look at the different ring settings, as they’ll be the foundation of your engagement ring. They will also influence the shape of the diamond that the engagement ring will feature and can be inspired by different historical periods. Each carries their own special meaning and symbolism, so it is important that you get familiar with them.

Engagement ring styles by setting

Three-stone 

This ring style is a blend of a classic and a modern touch. It encompasses three stones, so this design allows for the possibility of mixing and matching more than one kind of stone, such as diamonds and sapphires, or even more. That's why the three-stone is a perfect choice for indecisive people who love more than one stone. The idea of the three stones together is meant to represent a past, a present and a future.
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Bypass

Also known as a crossover ring, this style is perfect for lovers of tradition, as it became popular for the first time in the Victorian period. It features a single metal band with two ends that pass each other on top of the ring and don’t meet, but instead form a closed circle which is usually filled by a diamond or a gemstone. The bypass symbolism represents two separate parts coming together to meet in the middle, just like the meeting of two souls that have chosen to spend their lives with one another.
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Halo 

The halo style is composed of a halo of diamonds surrounding a centerpiece diamond, complementing its sparkle and embedding the center area of the ring with brilliant glow. This style is the perfect choice for those who would love to show off that they’re engaged, as it is an extremely eye-catching style and is sure to be noticed from afar.
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Side-stone

That ring style features diamond-accented bands which complement the center stone, giving it a glamorous touch. This design can take on many forms, varying from the classic straight shank all the way to sparkly twisted bands and a split-shank. Side-stone styles are perfect for women who love jewelry pieces which feature a peculiarly bold touch.
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Solitaire

Perhaps the most classical and symbolic engagement ring style out there, the solitaire is a famous classic which has kept the tradition of love and engagement rings alive. It features a single center stone and is beautiful and elegant in a minimalist way. The fact that the diamond in the middle gets all the attention is what makes it uniquely timeless.
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Straight 

The straight style is a sophisticated style characterized by a mix between the minimalism found in the solitaire and all the glamour found in the ring’s band, as it is encrusted with diamonds along it. Apart from being a beautiful engagement ring option, this ring style is particularly popular for being a perfect match to wedding bands worn along with it. 
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Twisted

The twisted style is perfect for people who love layers. It also represents the interlace of love and the ties between two lovers, represented in the intertwining between the twisted shank. This style also allows for several different design combinations in terms of colors, diamonds, or mixed metals. As such, it’s a perfect option for creative people. 
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Vintage-inspired

This setting style features a larger central diamond with smaller-sized diamonds all in delicate shapes, such as leaves and floral designs that make up the perfect detail in addition to the centerpiece. It’s a ring style option that offers an antique, ethereal look that your sweetheart will never get tired of, especially if she loves classical femininity. 
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT
Cellini Design Jewelers Orange, CT

Last but not least, don’t forget to choose the diamond shape

Once you’ve decided on the precious metal type, don’t forget to choose the perfect diamond to go along with the ring. Diamonds can take on various shapes in terms of their cut. The most popular ones include round, oval, princess, cushion, pear, emerald, and marquise. To decide on that, you can simply take a look at the different shapes here.

Where to find stunning engagement rings in Orange, CT

At Cellini Design Jewelers, we offer you the creme de la creme when it comes to engagement rings. Let yourself be mesmerized by our vast inventory. Since we love gemstones, our selection includes these precious gems. 

So, we’re proud to say that we’ll be one of the only jewelers that offers unique engagement rings that feature not only mined diamonds and lab-grown diamonds, but also emeralds, rubies, blue sapphires, and more. Apart from our amazing inventory, most importantly, take advantage of our amazing team, since it’ll do everything possible in order for you to find the perfect ring for your sweetheart. 

Come visit us and see for yourself! We are located in Orange, CT at 464 Boston Post Road.. For more information, feel free to call us at (203) 397-8334 or join our community by following us on Facebook, Instagram or Pinterest for further inspiration.
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