wedding planner
by REBECCA VERMA
ENGAGING styles
Amor Vincit Omnia . “Love Conquers All.” The Roman Poet Virgil, wrote those famous words in 37 B.C., and they are as meaningful today, as the day they were written.
The pandemic has delayed many things, but celebrating our devotion to one another isn’t one of them. With love in the air, consider some of these engagement ring trends to make your relationship official. The diamond solitaire continues to be a popular choice for couples because of its timeless style and ability to be tailored to the individual. Modern solitaires include thinner and more delicate bands that can accommodate an array of stone sizes and shapes. The ring can be unadorned or accented with smaller diamonds in a traditional way with a pavé set band, or in unexpected ways such as hidden halos or diamond-accented galleries. To tailor this style even further, add a hidden message on the band to evoke a feeling of love. Finally, brides love the solitaire because it stacks easily with a wedding, anniversary, or other commemorative band. When searching for your perfect center stone, explore the wonderful world of fancy elongated diamond shapes. These shapes—emerald, ovals, pear, cushion, and marquise—transform
the ordinary into the extraordinary. There are many reasons why woman and celebrities alike have turned to these incredible cuts. Not only are they elegant and complement any hand, but they elongate the look of the finger and appear bigger than round diamonds of the same carat weight. Fancy-shaped diamonds set vertically or horizontally will always make a statement. Anything goes when it comes to the number of diamonds in an engagement ring. From the solitaire and three-stone to the two- stone and cluster ring, the right style will say “I do.” The updated three-stone ring is now accented with petite side stones, giving it a delicate appearance that is in vogue. Consider side stones in a colored gem—a birthstone or other color of significance. If the two-stone tois et moi ring caught your eye, set the ring with distinctive gemstones that symbolize your love. The cluster ring, which features a number of small diamonds, will not only delight your senses, but your wallet as well. Each style is stunning in its own way, but the right one will capture your heart.
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