A Unique Engagement Ring for a Unique Woman

Are you shopping around for the perfect engagement ring that is as unique and beautiful as you’re fiancé-to-be? Not just any boring old solitaire or princess cut will do for the woman of your dreams. You need a unique engagement ring to really show her that she is special. Now, diamonds come in more than just plain old white. They come in pretty much any color you can imagine: blue, green, yellow and even black. Or skip the diamond and go with a different precious stone for a unique engagement ring. Why not choose your fiancé’s favorite color to really show her that you know her better than anyone else? Or choose her birth stone or the color of her eyes to let her know that she is the one for you.

Odd Settings

If the typical settings are too boring for your bride-to-be, there are some settings out there that will set her apart. Pick an inlaid design instead of a raised setting, or, if you like the raised look, go with a gallery setting to really make that rock stand out. You could even choose a ring with a pendant—or dangling—setting for something really different.

Go Vintage

If a family heirloom is out of the picture, you can always visit your local antique store, auction or flea market (that’s right, flea market!) to find an elegant and unique engagement ring. Another resource is an online auction site, for lots of great finds. Antique and vintage rings are great because they have a history, so try to find as much out about the ring as possible—you may even find one with a great story attached to it!

Cruelty Free

Unfortunately, the diamond industry has a not-so-romantic history. Most diamond mines are located in Africa, where worker exploitation and slavery are rampant in the business. There are also stones that are referred to as “conflict diamonds” which are used to fund warring factions in many African countries. Now technology has learned to create diamonds in laboratories, thereby avoiding the social problems involved in the diamond trade. Show your socially conscious love that you care by purchasing a diamond that has a spotless past, as well as brilliant clarity.

Customizing

For a truly unique engagement ring you can have one engraved or even custom made. Use a meaningful quote instead of a gem, or have a personal message engraved. Some jewelers with work with you personally to design a ring that is truly one of a kind. If you really think outside the box the possibilities are limitless.

It’s About Her

When picking an engagement ring it is important to remember that you want her to love it, so don’t pick something crazy just because you want to be different. Pick a unique engagement ring that will complement the person wearing it. It should say something about who she is and why you love her.