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to engagement ring or not"Big CAROT Engagement Ring" found at pinc So my current quandary is, do I need an engagement ring to feel complete and loved and to help me prepare for wedded bliss? I say no....However, the look of absolute horror on the faces of my two sisters was enough to make me rethink my gut reaction. My Guy has said that he wants to buy me an engagement ring. He would buy me the world if he could, and I know that. I have never understood the fairytale where She With the Largest Diamond Ring is the winner. It's quite shocking how many friends of mine think differently.My picky wish list includes:1. conf...
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Engagement RingsThe Claire Pettibone event we hosted a few weeks ago was so fun, pretty and inspiring (Missed it? Click here.), but my favorite part of the whole thing was something that happened while the brides were busy trying on all of Claire's stunning dresses. When the brides came in, our awesome photographer Miha Matei took the opportunity to photograph their engagement rings, making a great keepsake for all the girls. They all turned out beautifully, to say the least. Nevermind the fact that the rings themselves were envy-worthy! Take note of all these fantastic shots and be sure to have your photogra...
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ENGAGEMENT RINGSBlogger: Emily Marcus Photography by © Mikhail Glabets lifestyle Photography Navigating the jewelry store for the perfect ring can be as baffling as entering a foreign country. So here is your pocket dictionary for the 4 C’s of diamonds translated into a language you’ll definitely understand—cars. Cut. Think make. It’s the wow factor. Are you going to get the shiny BMW, a ring that creates the maximal brilliance by perfectly reflecting light? Or will you buy the Toyota, with just the right amount of gleam for your practical lady? Carat. Think size. Is she an Escalade or Mini Coop...
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Engagement Rings With A ConscienceA friend of mine recently became engaged. When I saw her to celebrate this milestone, she showed me her lovely ring. What made it so fabulous was that she chose an eco-friendly, uncut, natural diamond for her stone. Not only is it really unique and fits her personality, but she can feel good knowing that she did not select a “blood diamond.” Her ring inspired the present post on conflict-free engagement rings and wedding bands. All of the rings below were found on Etsy using the search term “conflict free engagement rings.” While some are a bit pricey, most are quite affordable, anothe...
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Diamond Engagement RingsWe rounded up our favorite Diamond Engagement Rings to share with you. Do you see your engagement ring in our top picks? We narrowed down our favorites to 15 sparkly gems. If you like to live life on the edge, you may want to check out our fav Black Diamond Engagement Rings as well. Share with us what your ring looks like. Was it vintage? What was the cut? How many of your out there went with a colored stone. We can’t wait to hear about it. 1. Cartier D’ Amour Solitaire 2. Hexagon Diamond Ring 3. Harry Winston Engagement Ring 4. Durnell Heart Shaped Engagement Ring 5. Tiffany So...
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Alternative Engagement RingsThis weekend, I visited friends who were recently engaged on a romantic cross-country road trip. Instead of a classic diamond ring, however, he gave her a sapphire one. It’s her favorite stone, so he thought it would be more personal and meaningful than to follow the tradition. I like the idea of non-traditional engagement rings. Colored diamonds, antique rings and even alternate stones offer a variety of ways to make your engagement ring unique. But at the same time, I love a classic diamond ring as the eternal symbol of the love two people share. What do you think about these alternative e...
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History of Engagement RingsWith marriage proposal season right around the corner, check out these fun facts about the history of engagement rings courtesy of Gemvara. Brought to you by Gemvara.com the online jewelry store to buy Gemstone Engagement Rings ...
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2011 Engagement Ring TrendsWhich engagement rings will be hot in 2011? By Jewelry & Style Expert, Michael O’Connor In pushing the fashion envelope forward, clothing designers sometimes help us look back and remember fun times and gentler eras. Such is the case with this season fashion runways, which provided us with a retro revisiting of the classic elegance of the 50’s and early 60’s as well as the swinging spirited side of the late 60’s and 70’s. And while fashion designers have set the directional frame, bridal jewelry designers are also taking notice, and creating fresh interpretations of these tr...
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Antique Engagement RingsEngagements always spike during the holiday season, so I imagine that potential proposers are starting their ring search now....
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Engagement Rings: The Horizontal SettingFiled under: Jewelry & Accessories Courtesy of Kwiat, Michael Bondanza Starting to shop for an engagement ring? You may be interested to know that the hottest trend in settings is the horizontal or east-west setting. Browse our Gallery of Engagement Rings It's a modern setting but it can look romantic or classic depending on the cut of the stone and the style of the band. For example, you can have an emerald-cut diamond with a halo setting and pavé band for a romantic look or you can choose an oval-cut diamond set in a clean platinum band. The Look for Less: Celebrity Engagement R...
