Engagement rings

Every girl from a young age wants to not only meet her prince, but also to hear from him the cherished marriage proposal. Recently, this tradition is increasingly supplemented by a pleasant precious bonus for the chosen one in the form of an engagement ring. Such a proposal will definitely not leave any beauty indifferent and will make you give a positive answer.

The engagement ring is called so because young people give it to their chosen ones for engagement. This event means that lovers are ready to tie the knot, and the acceptance of such a precious gift by a girl symbolizes her consent.

The engagement ring should be worn until the wedding day, and several months or even a year may elapse between these two events. If a girl changes her mind about becoming a wife during this period of time, she can break the engagement and return the ring. In the case when a man has changed his decision, he should not demand to return a precious gift to him.

The engagement ring most often has a stone as a decorative element and looks very beautiful, which is how it differs from a regular or engagement ring. For a long time there was an opinion that the engagement ring must necessarily be with a large diamond, probably because of the legend about the tradition to give it before the wedding.

But today, young people show imagination and choose various original jewelry. Although the value and beauty of engagement rings often exceeds the more modest engagement rings in these respects.

Since ancient times, the ring was considered a symbol of the seriousness of the intentions of a young man in relation to his beloved and his readiness to bond relations. Before this jewelry appeared, such thoughts could be symbolized by wreaths or ribbons, as well as scarves. In ancient Rome, the future son-in-law presented a ring to the beloved's parents, thereby showing his financial well-being and ability to feed his family.

The tradition of giving the engagement ring to the future bride was born at the end of the 15th century thanks to the Duke Maximilian of Austria. In the languid expectation of a wedding day with the first beauty Maria Burgundskaya, the young man was worried that she would choose another. Therefore, he invented to present the girl with a diamond ring laid out in the shape of the letter “M” as a symbol of strong love, so that the bride would admire him and not forget her chosen one.

After which the example of the duke began to follow the members of the royal couple, and later wealthy people around the world.

The tradition of donating engagement rings is characteristic of Western cultures, however, in the modern world it is also used in Russia. According to ancient Russian traditions, the engagement is called matchmaking, when the groom and his parents sit at the table in the bride's house.

However, now that the beauty herself has the right to choose a worthy party for herself, young people often give engagement rings as a pleasant surprise. Usually, a special moment is chosen for such a case, and the ring can be found in a glass of champagne at dinner or under a napkin in a box.

When choosing such an exquisite and meaningful decoration, the groom should show maximum responsibility and attention. He should note what accessories his chosen one prefers to wear and take into account her taste preferences when choosing a gift. In addition, there are several more factors by which the choice of ring occurs.

The accessory for a significant event must be made of precious material. Most often, young people choose gold jewelry, the shades of which depend on the alloy. Adding copper to gold gives it a delicate pink tint, and the presence of palladium or nickel in the product gives it a white color.

However, not all girls love jewelry made of this metal. Then, as a symbolic gift, you can choose a silver ring. But it is worthwhile to understand that silver rings are quite inexpensive, and such a present can hurt the feelings of the chosen one. Therefore, as an alternative to gold, it is better to choose more expensive platinum products.

For lovers of all unusual, jewelers are ready to offer jewelry made of tungsten and titanium. They are particularly durable, which will allow the decoration to retain its original appearance for a very long time and will appeal to young people.

And although most girls want to receive the treasured ring with a large diamond, some young women prefer other stones as decoration. When choosing a jewelry with a colored gem, one should take into account the energy of the mineral, as well as the compatibility of such a stone with the zodiac sign of a lover.

If you choose a more affordable analogue of a diamond, that is, a transparent stone, then you should pay attention to products with cubic zirconia, with topaz or with moissanite.

Unusually and brightly look jewelry with gems. For engagement, you can choose products with sapphire, with emerald, with ruby ​​or with pomegranate. But a ring with pearls cannot be called a good gift for such an occasion, since it is believed that this sea gift promises the girl tears.

Fashion-conscious girls may like the engagement jewelry with Swarovski crystals, which shine very beautifully in the light of spotlights. Crystals made using special technologies look very much like diamonds, but will cost the groom several times less.

Traditionally, rings are decorated with round stones, but a young man can be imaginative and choose a model with an oval or square stone, as well as a drop-shaped mineral. The same applies to the number of stones on the ring - it can be decorated with one large stone or in bulk minerals.

A large number of jewelry houses, domestic and foreign, offer various models of engagement rings. You can choose as more expensive models in pursuit of brands, or you can look at local manufacturers who are ready to offer products of excellent quality at more affordable prices.

Jewelry can be called a classic of its kind. For almost two centuries, this company produces elegant classic models without unnecessary pathos. A special way of fixing the stone creates the appearance of soaring and allows you to reveal the whole beauty of the cut. Excellent performance of the rings of this brand will cost a round amount and not everyone can afford it.

The history of the brand is no less rich and long. Products of this French brand can be found in jewelry stores in more than 20 countries. Cartier jewelry as an engagement gift will make the chosen one feel like a real queen. Simplicity and sophistication of forms, the use of the most expensive materials and engraving with a special font make rings of this brand desirable. However, many can only dream about it, because the price of brand products is quite high.

Premium jewelry brands include the Greek company Bvlgari. The products of this manufacturer are distinguished by the use of such non-standard materials as marble and the most unexpected metal unions, the unusual shape of stones and the widespread use of cabochons. Bvlgari rings are saturated with oriental color and are often decorated with engraving with the brand name. Moreover, the name can be located not only inside or outside the decoration, but also on the side cut of the product. The rings of this brand are often faked, but real brand things cost a lot of money.

The Russian brand has existed recently, but has already managed to become famous far beyond the borders of the country. In addition to using high-quality materials for jewelry production, this brand is famous for its original design. Low price and stylish design attract attention and force you to choose rings from the Sokolov collections.

The name hides a rich history of jewelry masters who at different times made jewelry for noble people of Tsarist Russia and were widely known in the Soviet Union. Today, the rings of this manufacturer are distinguished by their high quality and unique design, combining the traditions of jewelry and modern fashion trends. Domestic manufacturer offers its customers products of excellent quality at competitive prices.

Danish jewelry company offers luxurious and stylish jewelry at an affordable price. The catalog of rings of this brand includes products from yellow gold, sterling silver, as well as a unique alloy called PANDORA Rose. Jewelery is hand-crafted using various technologies of fixing stones, which allows you to create products with a unique decor in a classic or modern style.

Among domestic jewelry brands offering engagement jewelry at affordable prices, Walter's company should also be noted. For their relatively short history, jewelers of this brand have managed to win love and recognition throughout the country and receive various awards. The use of inserts of various colors and sizes in the rings, as well as the use of traditional and unique methods of processing stones allows you to create jewelry with an original design.

The main thing when choosing an engagement ring with the desired design and materials is to meet the budget. If for European men spending two of their monthly salaries on this jewelry is quite normal, then for Russian representatives of the stronger sex such costs are not always possible.

It is worthwhile to decide in advance on the amount that can be spent on this gift. If a girl really has feelings and is ready to get married, the gift itself will be more important to her, rather than its value. Therefore, you should not choose the most expensive ring, but it is better to choose the original option. Indeed, in the case of a positive answer, there will be more important financial investments ahead - the organization of a wedding or a honeymoon.

Today, jewelry designers are fancy in making engagement rings. In jewelry stores, various options are widely represented from classic jewelry to original and unusual models.

• A classic for such a momentous event is a gold ring with a diamond. In addition to various shades of gold metal, jewelers sometimes use platinum. Classical models suggest the presence of one large diamond, two stones as a symbol of a couple or three, indicating the past, present and future relations between lovers. In the case of several stones, one of them may be a diamond, and the rest at the discretion of the groom. There are also options with three small diamonds, which together form the illusion of a large stone.

• For non-standard girls, you can pick up original designer jewelry. In order not to make a mistake with the choice, you should in advance inquire about the tastes and preferences of your chosen one and, on the basis of this, purchase jewelry. As an unusual decor, you can choose a fantasy stone or a scattering of stones laid out in a certain order, as well as a ring with a gem.
• If a young man wants to take into account the wishes of his chosen one as much as possible and realize his ideas, then he should pay attention to exclusive jewelry. Professionals take into account all the nuances and create not only beautiful, but truly unique rings for special occasions. Having received such a gift, the girl can be sure that only she has such a ring.

• Sometimes a guy and a girl together want to indicate their new status and acquire paired engagement rings. In this case, it is not necessary to choose luxurious jewelry; modest and beautiful silver items are quite suitable. Typically, men's rings have a more modest decor, while female paired items can be decorated with stones or patterns. Drawing a symbolic engraving or the presence of a pattern that develops when two jewelery are connected to you, and the second is made in the appropriate style.place, is a great idea to indicate the status of selected rings.

• If a girl wants to wear an engagement gift after the wedding with a wedding ring, then a double ring will be a good option. In order for the two rings to make the perfect composition and look good on the finger, some jewelry brands began to produce double rings consisting of engagement and engagement rings. The first is usually decorated with an impressive stone, and the second is made in the appropriate style.

When a young lady gives a positive response to her lover's proposal to become his wife, she puts on the ring presented to her in the future place of the wedding ring and wears it right up to the wedding. On a solemn day, when the girl finally puts on a wedding dress, she should remove all jewelry from her hands. When the wedding ceremony has passed, and the bride and groom exchanged wedding rings, they officially become husband and wife.

Many girls wonder where they put on the engagement ring after the wedding and whether it can be removed at all.Such a question is a personal matter for everyone and depends on the traditions that the family adheres to.

Many women in the status of a wife continue to wear an engagement ring on the same finger paired with a wedding ring. In this case, you need to choose options with a small stone and a design suitable for engagement. Otherwise, wearing a gift can cause a girl a lot of inconvenience.

Sometimes a girl may not relate to such a gift too sacredly and wear it as an ordinary decoration on any of her fingers. And some consider it acceptable to wear luxurious jewelry at significant events.

Others are of the opinion that this jewelry becomes a heirloom, which should be inherited, and carefully preserve it. Someone prefers to wear an engagement ring on a chain as a talisman. Thus, specific recommendations on this subject do not exist, and each girl solves this issue, guided by their inner feelings and beliefs.

Particularly impressive and bewitching are the stories of engagement jewelry of famous people who amazed everyone with their stylish performance or sky-high price.

These legendary jewelry, of course, include Princess Diana's ring. The jewelry was made of white gold, decorated with 18 ct blue sapphire. Around sapphire were located 14 brilliant diamonds.

At first, people took a mockery at Lady Diana’s choice, since every commoner could afford such a decoration. The price of this product in 1981 was $ 60,000. At that time, the classic was made of gold with a diamond, but the princess with her exceptional sense of style preferred another stone and did not part with it even after a divorce. Later, this ring sold around the world with a huge number of copies, because every fashionista wanted herself a “common sapphire.”

After the death of Princess Diana, the ring passed to Prince William on the condition that he put it on the finger of his bride. This event occurred in the fall of 2010, when Prince William announced his intentions and handed the legendary jewelry to his future wife Kate Middleton. As a sign of love and respect for tradition, Kate Middleton often wore a sapphire ring, demonstrating it at all important events.

Other stories of foreign stars amaze with the caliber of the selected stones and the generosity of the suitors. So the American singer Mariah Carey received from her beloved multi-billionaire a truly royal gift in the form of a 35-carat diamond ring, which is valued at $ 7.5 million.

Beyonce's bridegroom, Jay Z, turned out to be a little more modest. He chose jewelry for his bride for $ 5 million and a stone of 18 carats. It is said that the singer prefers to wear a more modest copy of the engagement ring at various events.

For the American actress and model Blake Lively, the engagement gift was not just an expensive decoration with a rare pink diamond, but the embodiment of her lover's fantasy.

The whole year, a $ 500,000 ring framed with a baguette-cut diamond was created, which Brad Pitt presented to Angelina Jolie. But the groom Jessica Simpson showed originality and handed over his lover jewelry with a 4-carat ruby ​​and two vintage-style diamonds, which cost him $ 100,000.

But, despite all these sky-high sums that men spend on their star brides, it should be remembered that love is not estimated by the size of a diamond and the cost of jewelry.