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Contemporary engagement ring trends

Trends in contemporary engagement rings range from the resurgence in interest in antique-style rings to the latest sleek minimalist designs.

Style

The classic appeal of the solitaire diamond engagement ring is still strong, according to Bruce Chiltern, from the New York Diamond Buyers Institute, and the round diamond remains the most popular shape.

But Bruce also says, "Modern, sophisticated customers are now looking for more innovative settings to match their lifestyle. The new diamond cuts that display more facets are popular, as are the sleek modern settings like bezel and tension set stones."

Jewelry retailers are predicting that the more contemporary diamond cuts like Asscher and princess cut diamonds as well as the more traditional oval and pear shaped diamonds will be in demand this season, as brides-to-be move away from the classic cuts and settings.

Beautiful contemporary engagement ring></center></p><p></p><p>Adopting a modern take on antique style rings is also very popular, thanks in part to the engagement rings worn by celebrities like Madonna and Ashley Judd. </p><p></p><p>Modern jewelry-making methods ensure that vintage designs can be reproduced with the same attention to detail evident in many antique rings. Filigree settings and flower motifs, like the engagement ring featured here are popular. </p><p></p><p><a href=Browse contemporary engagement rings at Blue Nile JewelersMatching engagement and wedding ring sets are the flavor of the month at many leading online jewelers. The matching platinum set pictured here features baguette and princess cut diamonds with a central cushion cut diamond. Blue Nile jewelers have an exquisite range of matching engagement and wedding bands in a variety of styles.

Settings

Browse contemporary engagement rings at Mondera.com Although the prong setting is still the most popular, the latest in contemporary engagement ring design is a more streamlined look in settings such as bezel-set and hammer-set, where the diamond sits flat against the setting. You can create your own contemporary engagement ring at well known online jewelers Mondera.com. The platinum ring on the left is a half-bezel set with a round diamond.

Pavé settings have also returned to favor, either surrounding the central stone or as side adornment.

Metals

The purity, elegance and durability of platinum makes it very popular for contemporary engagement ring design. The rich luster of silver-white platinum beautifully offsets the brilliance of diamonds.

Although yellow gold remains the classic choice, two-tone engagement rings and wedding rings make a bold statement, and rose gold enhances the look of antique styled rings.

Color

Mondera.com, a leading online jeweler, suggests colored diamonds are a popular choice, with pink, canary yellow, and blue diamonds the biggest sellers. The resurgence of brown diamonds, re-named and now cleverly marketed as cognac and champagne diamonds also sell well.

As you can see, the current trends in contemporary engagement rings include almost every aspect of engagement ring design. From classic elegance to cutting edge works of art, contemporary engagement rings allow you the flexibility to choose a design that reflects your personality and style.



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