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A Guide to Different Types of Rings
A ring is the piece you see every single day. It catches the light when you talk, it sits next to your coffee cup, and it carries a story. From a simple band you never take off to a statement piece that turns heads at dinner, here is everything you need to know about the different types of rings and how to wear them.
Wear one on its own for a clean, everyday look, or stack and layer a few together to make it your own. Mix yellow, white, and rose gold, add a pop of color with a ruby, sapphire, or emerald, and build a look that feels like you.
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From your first stack to the ring that marks forever, find the piece that says it for you.
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What Are the Different Types of Rings?
Bands are the everyday ring. Clean, comfortable, and made to be worn, they look just as good on their own as they do in a stack. Try an eternity band with diamonds all the way around for a little extra sparkle on a normal Tuesday.
Statement rings are the ones people ask about. Think a cluster of diamonds, a colored stone like a ruby, sapphire, or emerald, or a bold shape like a serpent. Wear one alone for big impact, or let it be the centerpiece of a stack.
Stacking rings are slimmer bands made to sit together. Start with two, then add one for every birthday, anniversary, or milestone. Mixing metals and textures keeps it interesting.
Wedding and anniversary bands are made to last a lifetime. Many couples pair a diamond band with the engagement ring, then add another band to mark a big anniversary.
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The setting is how the stones are held in the ring. It changes how much a ring sparkles, how it feels on your hand, and how well it holds up to everyday wear. The most popular settings include:
• Pavé: many small diamonds set close together across the band for an all-over sparkle.
• Halo: a center stone surrounded by a ring of smaller diamonds, which makes the center look bigger and brighter.
• Bezel: a smooth rim of gold wrapped around each stone. Modern, sleek, and great if you work with your hands.
• Solitaire: one stone on a simple band. Timeless, and it puts all the attention on the diamond.
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Different Types of Engagement Rings
An engagement ring is the most personal piece of jewelry you will ever pick out. It should feel like you on day one and still feel like you in forty years. Popular styles include the classic solitaire, a halo that frames the center stone, side stones that add sparkle along the band, and the hidden halo that tucks a ring of diamonds under the center stone.
We carry both natural and lab-grown diamonds, and we will walk you through the 4Cs (cut, color, clarity, and carat) for every stone, so you know exactly what you are getting. Most of our settings fit any shape of center stone, in white, yellow, or rose gold.
Have a design in mind? We have been making custom engagement rings as a family in New York's Diamond District since 1986. Send us a picture, and our in-house designer will create a 3D design for you to approve before anything is made.
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How do I stack rings without it looking too busy?
Start with one anchor ring, like a diamond band or your engagement ring, then add one or two slimmer bands next to it. Mix one textured or colored piece with plain ones so each ring has room to shine.
Can I mix gold colors?
Yes. Mixing white, yellow, and rose gold is one of the easiest ways to make a stack feel personal. A two-tone ring is a great way to tie the colors together.
What is the difference between natural and lab-grown diamonds?
They are chemically the same and look the same. The difference is where they come from and the price. We carry both and are happy to show you side by side. Learn more about natural vs. lab-grown.
14k or 18k gold: which is better for an everyday ring?
Both are solid gold and made to last. 18k is 75% gold with a richer color, and 14k is 58.3% gold and a little harder, which helps for rings you wear every day.
What if my ring does not fit?
Check our Ring Size Guide before you order. Most rings can be resized, so if it is still not right, reach out to us, or stop by the store at 44 W 47th Street in New York, and we will take care of it.
