{"id":601,"date":"2014-08-24T18:04:09","date_gmt":"2014-08-25T01:04:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/?p=390"},"modified":"2016-12-11T22:43:53","modified_gmt":"2016-12-12T06:43:53","slug":"the-engagement-ring-guide-part-3-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/the-engagement-ring-guide-part-3-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"The Engagement Ring Guide Part 3: Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/engagement-ring-guide.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-375 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/engagement-ring-guide.png\" alt=\"engagement ring guide\" width=\"822\" height=\"721\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>For the last part of our engagement ring series, we&#8217;re going to take a look at all the latest trends. We hope that after our series of engagement ring posts, everyone is more equipped with the information they need to know before making a decision about what kind of ring they want. Regardless of convention,\u00a0brides and grooms should go with whatever expression of commitment they&#8217;re most happy with.<\/p>\n<p>More and more brides are choosing unique, one-of-a-kind styles. Whether it&#8217;s cut, color, or setting &#8211; it&#8217;s clearly important for newlyweds to use their engagement ring as an outlet for their creative expression and individuality!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sexy Settings<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/setting.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-397 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/setting.png\" alt=\"Azazie Image\" width=\"867\" height=\"325\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source (Left to Right): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overstock.com\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\"> 2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdcdiamonds.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Rather than opting for a simple solitaire setting, brides are enamored with more unique settings like pave, swirl, and especially halo or double halo. There has also been a surge in a horizontal setting for non-round cuts and asymmetrical settings in the past few years and many grooms are even going for custom settings for their one-of-a-kind brides.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Valiantly Vintage<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/vintage.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-399 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/vintage.png\" alt=\"vintage\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allurez.com\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dahliajewels.com\"> 2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jcpenny.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Edwardian style rings\u00a0have inspired brides to go for a more vintage look with their rings. This can include floral details or intricate setting designs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Color Club<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/color.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-392 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/color.png\" alt=\"color\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/angara.com\">1<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/davidyurman.com\"> 2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluenile.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Colored gemstones are also making a comeback in the engagement rings world. Just like the Duchess of Cambridge&#8217;s sapphire beauty, more brides are opting for beautiful blues, pinks, and yellows.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cutting Edge<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/cut.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-393 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/cut.png\" alt=\"cut\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/fashion.ebay.com\">1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overstock.com\">2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.selfridges.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In terms of cut, many brides are also steering away from the traditional round cut and choosing marquise, pear, or even heart shaped cuts. Cushion cut diamonds in a rainbow setting are an incredibly popular style as of late.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Metal Matter<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/metal.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-394 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/metal.png\" alt=\"metal\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overstock.com\">1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ritani.com\">2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.barneys.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>While platinum has always been king in the past, mixed metals seem to be making a comeback. Brides are now rocking yellow and rose gold, among others while some are even mixing metals within the band.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Smashing Simplicity<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/simple.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-398 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/simple.png\" alt=\"simple\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\">1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allurez.com\">2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ylang23.com\">3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Lastly, a lot of low-key brides are also choosing simple bands with no central diamond and using promise rings as engagement rings. This down-to-earth look sways from tradition and we love it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other Unique Styles<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/other1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-395 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/other1.png\" alt=\"other1\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charmdiamondcentres.com\">1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\">2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopbop.com\">3<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\">4<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/other2.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-396 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/other2.png\" alt=\"other2\" width=\"800\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mytheresa.com\">1<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jewelrybloom.com\">2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.therealreal.com\">3<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\">4<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For the last part of our engagement ring series, we&#8217;re going to take a look at all the latest trends. We hope that after our series of engagement ring posts, everyone is more equipped with the information they need to know before making a decision about what kind of ring they want. Regardless of convention,\u00a0brides and grooms should go with whatever expression of commitment they&#8217;re most happy with. More and more brides are choosing unique, one-of-a-kind styles. Whether it&#8217;s cut, color, or setting &#8211; it&#8217;s clearly important for newlyweds to use their engagement ring as an outlet for their creative expression and individuality! Sexy Settings Source (Left to Right): 1, 2, 3 Rather than opting for a simple solitaire setting, brides are enamored with more unique settings like pave, swirl, and especially halo or double halo. There has also been a surge in a horizontal setting for non-round cuts and asymmetrical settings in the past few years and many grooms are even going for custom settings for their one-of-a-kind brides. Valiantly Vintage Source: 1, 2, 3 Edwardian style rings\u00a0have inspired brides to go for a more vintage look with their rings. This can include floral details or intricate setting designs. Color Club Source: 1, 2, 3 Colored gemstones are also making a comeback in the engagement rings world. Just like the Duchess of Cambridge&#8217;s sapphire beauty, more brides are opting for beautiful blues, pinks, and yellows. Cutting Edge Source: 1, 2, 3 In terms of cut, many brides are also steering away from the traditional round cut and choosing marquise, pear, or even heart shaped cuts. Cushion cut diamonds in a rainbow setting are an incredibly popular style as of late. Metal Matter Source: 1, 2, 3 While platinum has always been king in the past, mixed metals seem to be making a comeback. Brides are now rocking yellow and rose gold, among others while some are even mixing metals within the band. Smashing Simplicity Source: 1, 2, 3 Lastly, a lot of low-key brides are also choosing simple bands with no central diamond and using promise rings as engagement rings. This down-to-earth look sways from tradition and we love it. Other Unique Styles Source: 1, 2, 3, 4 Source: 1, 2, 3, 4<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4636,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[15],"tags":[269,270,595],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/601"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=601"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/601\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6117,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/601\/revisions\/6117"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4636"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=601"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=601"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.azazie.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=601"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}