Diamond Engagement Rings London Trends

If you're shopping for diamond engagement rings, London has a lot to offer. This bustling city is one of the style capitals of the world, and ranks beside cities like New York and Paris when it comes to fashion. This is even true when it comes to jewelry. Diamond engagement rings are just as popular in London as they are in the U.S. and trends are the same as they are in the States. Women love sparkling diamonds set in platinum and gold. There are many different styles that you can choose from including traditional, modern and antique.

The traditional engagement ring is one made from yellow gold, with a single round solitaire diamond in the center. This ring is elegant and timeless. However it may be too commonplace for some women. Antique rings are always in style. You can find rings dating back to Edwardian and Victorian times that are absolutely stunning. One thing about these rings is that they are expensive, not only because they are beautiful but because they are old. Antique rings are simply more rare than newly crafted rings therefore they cost more. These rings often feature intricate scrollwork and filigree designs on the band.

Modern rings are very different from both traditional and antique engagement rings. They are usually made from platinum, gold, palladium, titanium or sometimes even stainless steel. They feature diamonds that are usually moderate in size and set in a unique way. Square settings and sharp, clean lines are often seen. Then there are wavy bands that feature diamonds and gems surrounded by swirling metal. There is no one way to do a modern ring. You can recognize a modern ring simply by its general appearance. These rings can be custom made to suit your specifications by many UK jewelers.

Speaking of UK jewelers, some of the most innovative diamond engagement rings London has to offer are custom made. You can sit down with a jewelry maker and design every aspect of your ring from the band to the stone. It is actually possible to hand select your preferred diamond from a group of loose stones. You can even have it cut to the shape and size you want. In addition to choosing your band and stone you may even want to have the ring engraved on the inside of the band. London is a great place to shop for jewelry because of the wide range of beautiful choices the city has to offer.