Selecting a ring style will help set the stage for the diamond(s) needed for your engagement ring. Contemporary or vintage, classic or modern? The style of the engagement ring should match the personality of the woman who will be wearing it. Other things to consider are her lifestyle. Is she active and does she use her hands a lot? This answer will help determine the profile, or how high the ring sits, on the woman’s hand.

Here are some of the most popular engagement ring styles.

Solitaire

A solitaire ring style showcases one beautiful stone in a simple design. A solitaire diamond engagement ring often incorporates a prong setting, which allows plenty of light to pass through the stone, making it sparkle brilliantly.

Cluster

Cluster diamond rings sparkle and shine with every movement because they have multiple diamonds set in one band.

Distinctive Band

Although the diamonds and gemstones are an important part of the design, the band is often what makes a ring different. Consider engraving or a different shape for the band.

Colored Diamonds or Gemstones

If you want an unconventional engagement ring but you have your heart set on a diamond, then consider colored diamonds. Engagement rings with yellow, pink, blue, green, brown, or black diamonds are unusual and traditional at the same time. Another option is to include gemstones such as rubies, emeralds, or sapphires to accent the diamond.

Tension Settings

Tension settings are becoming a very popular engagement ring choice. Tension settings grip the stone on both sides, highlighting the diamond you choose. Rings with a tension setting tend to have simple bands that show off the diamond.