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written by Ji
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Types of Solitaire Rings & How to Figure Out Your Style

Classic solitaire engagement rings (rings with just one stone) are your ‘bread-and-butter’ of engagement ring styles. Timeless. In 40 years this style will still be a classic. 

We’ve developed 4 easy questions that will help you decide on the type of classic solitaire that makes sense for you.

Do you prefer a straight or tapered band?

A tapered band tends to bring more focus to the stone (arrows point towards the center) and also tends to make the ring look more dainty (dainty makes the diamond look bigger). 
A straight band is very minimalist and has a symmetrical profile.

Solitaire engagement ring tapered vs straight comparison
Solitaire engagement ring tapered vs straight comparison

Shoulder or no shoulder?

In short, ‘shoulders’ on rings tend to make the center stone blend in more with the rest of the ring, while the center stone on rings without shoulders tend to stand out more through the contrast. The decision is a focal point versus a visual coherence.

Your aesthetic, your choice.

Shoulders vs no shoulders solitaire ring
Shoulders vs no shoulders solitaire ring

What about band angles?

A flat surface tends to make the ring look wider and more “modern deco” than a rounded surface. In a general design sense, straight edges and angle tends to make a ring feel more masculine in design while rounded edges and curves feel more soft and feminine.

Round solitaire engagement rings straight vs round band
Round solitaire engagement rings straight vs round band

How many prongs?

Finally, you will need to decide how many prongs you would like to hold the stone in place on the band. Sometimes, this decision will be dictated by the cut of stone you choose.

For example, if you want to go with a princess cut diamond, you will most likely be going with four prongs to hold the square shaped stone in place. However, with round and oval cut diamonds, you can choose from four, six, or eight prongs.

round solitaire engagement rings different prongs comparison
round solitaire engagement rings different prongs comparison

Once you’re able to make these four simple decisions, you’ll have determined 80% of your perfect solitaire design – it really is that easy! The other 20% will be made up of small decisions, little tweaks, and personalized details that will help make your ring truly unique.

Embrace the Adventure

Custom-made jewelry made easy by your Toronto jewelers.

Your engagement ring (or wedding) ring-building process is a meaningful journey at Engage. You get to include the symbols, designs, diamonds, and gemstones characteristics that are important to you, your relationship, your family, or your experience. You are always involved in the entire design process at Engage Studio so that the finished piece reflects your unique style. With hundreds of styles to choose from and our team’s knowledgeable expertise, you will easily create a custom engagement ring or piece of jewelry for any intended occasion.

Unleash your creativity and superpower in-store or online by talking with a design consultant today!

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