Bridal Boutique
YOU'VE FOUND THE ONE,
NOW FIND THE RING
Your guide to buying an engagment ring
Before you can ask the question, you want to find the perfect ring. With all the choices, options and lingo out there … it can be overwhelming. You are already consumed with creating the perfect proposal, let us help make finding the perfect ring easier so you can focus on popping the big question.
SETTING | CENTER STONE | METAL
THREE FACTORS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT RING
Choosing the perfect ring comes down to the three main elements: setting, center stone, and metal. Read more about these to help define what your perfect ring looks like.
SETTING
The setting is the foundation of the ring and determines how the center stone is placed. Many styles are available, pick one that best matches your bride-to-be’s personal style. Below are some of the most common settings for engagement rings.
CENTER STONE
The heart and soul of every ring, the center stone is the main focal point for most engagement. The shape of the center stone is a personal choice, that speaks to the bride’s unique style and your personal love story.
Round - Brilliant
The modern round cut consists of 58 facets and is by far the most popular diamond shape available today.
Princess
One of the newest diamond shapes, it is one of the most popular, non-round diamond shapes.
Pear
Also known as a teardrop diamond, the pear shape combines the best of the brilliant and the marquise shapes.
Cushion
A cushion cut diamond has all the magiesty of a princess cut diamond with softer corners.
Oval
An oval diamond has beautiful brilliance that's similar to a round diamond, while giving a fancier feeling to the shape.
Emerald
The emerald shape features an elongated, rectangular shape and chiseled step cuts that makes this cut sparkle and shine.
Marquise
The marquise diamond shape can maximize carat weight, giving the appearance of an even larger diamond.
Asscher
The asscher shape has large step facets and a high crown that produces a brilliance unlike any other diamond shape.
METAL
Each metal has unique characteristics that fit a variety of styles and personalities. Did you know not all metals can be used in purest form in jewelry? Some metals can either be too hard or too weak and in those instances they must be combine or alloyed with other metals to make them durable for long-lasting wear.
Gold
An expert mixture of pure gold, silver and copper gives this precious metal its signature warm yellow color. Yellow gold is resistant to rust, tarnish and corrosion. Although gold is very strong, it's also the most malleable of all precious metals.
White Gold
Gold is a naturally yellow metal in its pure form. White gold is created by mixing the pure gold with fine metal alloys that are white in nature. An additional layer of Rhodium is applied to provide the superior white look. White gold has the look of platinum without the platinum price. White gold is resistant to rust, tarnish and corrosion.
Rose Gold
Rose gold offers a romantic, delicate look. It is a mixture of classic yellow gold copper and other fine metal alloys. This rich combination of metals provides the pretty pink look.
Platinum
Platinum is often known for its purity and versatility: our platinum is 95% pure which makes it naturally hypoallergenic. Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold and a very popular metal for engagement rings and wedding bands.
TWO LIVES, TWO DIAMONDS ...TOGETHER FOREVER
SIGNATURE ELEMENTS
If seeking a bridal set with a special element, consider Valina Bridals’ euro shank collection. Every euro shank engagement ring and matching wedding band feature a signature Kiss Diamond, that when worn together, perfectly match. These symbolic kiss diamonds signify two people coming together on their wedding day, sealing your love and the bridal set with a “kiss.”
For the more traditional bride, every Valina Bridals engagement ring and band can also be ordered without a kiss diamond or with a classic round shank.
