Find Your Engagement Ring Style

Doug Mitchell

Diamond Doug is Owner/Artist at UniQ Jewelry Gallery. More info: uniqjewelry.com.

What to look for in YOUR perfect ring

You have found “the one,” and now you’re wondering why your other half has yet to pop the question! It’s quite possible their hesitation to ask you those four special words may be on hold as they try to find you the perfect ring. A great way to help them along, is sending and sharing a few reminders and hints of what that perfect ring looks like. But maybe you’re unsure of what your engagement ring style is as well! No need to worry. Here’s a quick quiz to discover your perfect setting!

It’s a beautiful Saturday and you’re out scouting wedding locations. You’ll be wearing…

a. Your favorite white tee, grey slacks, new sleek sneakers and goto black sunnies b. A floral sundress, woven basket bag, antique pearl studs, and your vintageinspired shades

c. Worn-in black leather jacket, black denim jeans and patent leather booties d. A loose-fitting, airy dress, wide brim hat, worn-in cowboy boots, mixed metals of textured stacking rings

The colors in your closet are:

a. Black, tan, cream and gray b. Jewel tones - deep garnets, greens and purples

c. Red, white, black and animal prints d. Pink, light blue and white

Your “dream house” would be:

a. Penthouse with contemporary flair b. Victorian, you can both renovate and fill with fleamarket finds

c. Sleek minimalist modern with mid-century furniture d. Beach shack or mountain cabin with room to store gear

Your list of favorite go-to jewelry pieces always includes…

a. a bold statement ring b. an antique family heirloom from the Georgian era

c. mixed metals stacking rings with diamond accents d. a dainty necklace you wear on the daily

If you answered mostly As: Edgy, showstopper

You are THE non-traditional bride! Your rocking bridal style can be described as edgy, cool and one-of-a-kind. You favor angular shapes, blackened metals, smooth surfaces, and bold signature pieces. You are not afraid to take risks in life and in design choices! You might like these center stones for your unique-to-you engagement ring: rose cut diamonds, hexagon cut diamonds, salt and pepper diamonds, inverted-set stones, fancy shapes/unique cuts and definitely black diamonds.

If you answered mostly Bs: Traditional & Romantic

The vintage romantic bridal style thrives on the details. Whether hand-stitched lace intricacies or an antique ring with ornate filigree, you are drawn to discreet and often sentimental flourishes. The mystery of a vintage jewelry piece captivates you and you look forward to creating your own set of heirlooms to pass along. Blackened gold, antique diamond cuts and baroque pearls are some of your favorite things. With this style, the center cut of the diamond isn’t what draws you in, it’s the intricate details around the center diamond that add the finishing touches!

If you answered mostly C: Modern and flawless

You appreciate contemporary, clean looks, often featuring geometric shapes and sinuous lines for a sleek and modern style. Sweet and sentimental are not part of your jewelry repertoire, nor are flower prints and lacy accents a part of your world! You are a chic, modern woman who is drawn to refined touches, classic shapes, and polished finishes. You might like these center stones for your unique engagement ring: colorless emerald cut, round cut, Asscher or baguette cut diamonds.

If you answered mostly D: Earthy and natural

Carefree and full of wonder, your bohemian elegance bridal style is powered by mixed prints, natural elements, and curiosity. The more, the merrier, as you prefer three rings to one! Nesting bands and stacking rings are your go-to for a casual, bohochic look. You are not afraid to mix metals and diamond cuts or layer on all of the necklaces! You might like these center stones for your unique engagement ring: rose cut diamonds, salt and pepper diamonds, and colored gemstones.