Searching for the perfect engagement ring? There are so many options and so many factors to consider when shopping for an engagement ring, but one of the most important aspects of choosing a ring that your partner will absolutely love is selecting something that really fits their personality.
Whether your soon to be fiance is an athlete, a modern type, a fashionista, or a classic beauty, there is definitely something for everyone. This guide will help you determine what kind of ring best suits your partner’s personality.
Whether you are preparing to propose, or choosing a ring for yourself, here are some helpful tips and ring options for different personality types.
1. Artistic
Artists are known for their creativity, their taste, and for seeing the world differently.
If your love is the artistic type, consider something unique and one of a kind that reflects your partner’s personality. Maybe this means choosing something that incorporates their favorite color, or a gemstone, like this gorgeous Diamond Halo Emerald Ring. Gemstone rings can match your fiance’s birthstone, but you could also choose a gemstone with special significance or symbolic meaning. Or perhaps it means going with a beautiful diamond ring that has unique details that make it really one of a kind. Choosing an engagement ring with eye-catching details is a great way to showcase your partner’s artistic flair.
2. Active
For the one who’s always on the go, loves sports, or is usually working with their hands, it can be nice to pick an engagement ring that suits their lifestyle. In addition, people with certain occupations, like medical professionals, might need a ring that is compatible with the kind of work they do. There are several different kinds of engagement ring styles that work well for a person with an active lifestyle. Low settings and bezel settings in particular are excellent options.
A bezel set ring can be a really good choice for someone active, because they don’t have to worry about prongs snagging or a raised setting catching on something. This Bezel Straight Baguette Three Stone Engagement Ring from James Allen is sleek and modern, but also very practical for the activities of daily life. With this gorgeous three stone ring, you won’t have to sacrifice style or sparkle to get the perfect ring for you or your loved one.
In addition to protecting the diamond, the bezel setting offers an additional advantage that the GIA hints at here: it can make a diamond look larger. This is because the band of metal the surrounds the diamond can create the illusion of a larger circumference.
3. Modern
For someone with minimalist tendencies and a modern sense of style, a ring with clean lines and simple design elements is a good choice. Solitaires, plain bands, white metal like platinum or gold, and geometric or angular diamonds can all contribute to a modern looking engagement ring. A simple, elegant ring like this Flat Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring from Blue Nile keeps all the attention on a stunning center diamond.
Sleek details and crisp edges can also make a ring look more modern. If you’re looking to incorporate more diamonds, while still maintaining a sophisticated, modern look, you can opt for a ring with sidestones.
4. Classic
There are many reasons to go with a classic engagement ring. For one thing, if you choose a truly classic ring, it will never go out of style. For an engagement ring with a classic look, solitaires and three stone rings are great options. Yellow Gold, white gold or platinum settings also help to create a classic look, but a white metal with a white diamond is probably one of the most timeless combinations. A solitaire setting with elegant lines and simplicity is a timeless choice. For classic beauty with a little more bling, a ring like this Three Stone Round And Pavé Set Diamond Engagement Ring from James Allen is really impressive, and will always be in fashion.
5. Trendy
If your partner is fashion forward and always up to date on the latest style trends, consider choosing something with a really current look. You can draw inspiration from the latest celebrity engagement rings, or even get ideas from the runway. Incorporating gemstones, colored diamonds and rose gold is really popular for 2022. This Morganite and Aquamarine Diamond Cathedral Ring from Blue Nile is very colorful and stylish, while geometric elements give this chunky ring a bold, playful look that is sure to awe and inspire your fashionable fiance.
6. Romantic
This art deco inspired Tapered Baguette Diamond Cathedral Engagement Ring is oh so romantic, and perfect for a partner who loves pink. The rose gold and morganite center stone make for a beautiful, feminine look, while baguette side stones and a micropave diamond band add extra glamor. Details inspired by the beauty of nature, such as floral elements, can also give an engagement ring a romantic feel. With its delicate, ethereal side stones, this Laurel Leaves Diamond Engagement Ring from James Allen is effortlessly romantic.
7. Vintage
For a lover of all things vintage, consider rings with intricate details that harken back to another time. If your partner is a history buff, if she loves vintage clothing and architecture, or has a soft spot for old classic movies, choosing a vintage style engagement ring might be a good way to go.
Vintage engagement rings have grown hugely in popularity in recent years. As the American Gem Society explains, one style of setting that’s experienced a particularly large resurgence of interest is Art Deco, with eye-catching geometric rings and complex cut-outs coming back into the spotlight.
The beautiful milgrain detail and unique setting of this Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring give it a very vintage look. Additionally, the center ruby really makes it stand out from the crowd.
For more ideas, check out our guide: The Best Engagement Rings of 2022.
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What we love about them:
- No questions asked returns within 30 days of shipment. Blue Nile will send you a paid shipping label to return the ring.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Free Shipping
- Free prong tightening, repolishing, rhodium plating and cleaning every 6 months
- Provide insurance appraisal
- One free resizing within the first year of purchase
- High quality images of about half of their diamonds
- 24/7 Customer Service
- 100% credit towards future upgrades (must be at least double in value)
- Best in class fulfillment
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