Sure, there are lots of variations on the classic engagement ring, but most of them boil down to this: center stone, maybe with stones on either side and/or a halo. If you’re feeling “eh” about traditional rings but still want a something heirloom-worthy on your ring finger, how about this:
Jennie Kwon Diamond Cage Cuff Ring from Catbird, $985.
It has all the important elements of a traditional engagement ring—precious metal (here, 14K gold) and gemstones (here, diamonds)—but it’s a little more fashion-forward than, say, a solitaire. Of course the fact that it’s a little edgy might mean that it could feel dated in a few years, but I suspect there are some nontraditional brides who could own that. (Literally and metaphorically.)
Here’s another pretty cuff from Vicente Agor with a single band instead of a trio.
Vicente Agor Double Diamond Ring from Style By Max, $1,210.
And here’s an over-the-top take on the trend, which Diane Kruger took the liberty of pointing out for “any man seeing this who's dated me for 8 1/2 years...in case you're looking for a gift for yours truly” (!!).
Would you wear a cuff-style ring as your engagement ring? Or do you want something a little more timeless?