“Pretty Happy, Need Reassurance: A Celebration of Engagement Rings and Community Support”
Hey everyone! 🌟
I’m feeling pretty happy these days, but like many of us, I sometimes find myself needing a little reassurance, especially when it comes to making such a significant investment and choice like an engagement ring. Whether you just got engaged, are currently in the throes of ring shopping, or simply enjoy reviewing the beautiful pieces that symbolize love and commitment, this community can be an amazing source of support!
Show Us Your Sparkle! 💍
I’d love to kick thingsoff by sharing my own engagement ring. It’s a stunning round cut diamond set in a delicate rose gold band. I remember the moment I saw it—it felt like it sparkled just for me! While I’m over the moon about my ring, I can’t help but occasionally wonder if I made the right choice. Did I pick the best quality? What if I end up liking another style better?
The Beauty of Engagement Rings
Engagement rings carry so much meaning, and they come in endless styles—from classic solitaires to elaborate vintage settings. Some people love the timeless appeal of a diamond, while others might gravitate toward colorful gemstones like sapphires or emeralds. And then there are the different cuts, like princess, cushion, or oval—all of which can drastically change the character of a ring!
Share Your Stories and Wisdom
I invite you all to share your engagement rings and the stories behind them! What made you choose your design? What was your thought process in selecting the stone, the cut, or the setting? If you’re still in the shopping phase, what factors are weighing on your mind?
Learning Together: Gems, Cuts, and Settings
Let’s discuss the ins and outs of engagement rings. Understanding gem quality, the Four Cs (carat, cut, color, clarity), and different settings can be overwhelming. Share your experiences and insights! For example, if you have tips on how to choose a GIA-certified diamond or the difference between a bezel and a prong setting, your knowledge could truly benefit someone on the verge of a purchase.
A Supportive Space
Feeling a bit anxious about your engagement ring choice is totally normal! Whether it’s about your own ring or someone else’s, this is a judgment-free zone where we can support one another. Post your engagement rings, ask for opinions, share a concern, or simply celebrate your journey!
Let’s Spark a Vivid Discussion!
So, are you feeling pretty happy about your ring, but need a little reassurance? Struggling with a decision? Or are you just here to drool over beautiful rings? Whatever the reason, your voice matters! Let’s create a vibrant and supportive discussion.
Looking forward to your posts and stories! 💖✨
ring size O 1/2, 4 ct, vvs2, D, cushion modified brilliant, lab diamond set with round prongs in a split shank setting with a plain 18k yellow gold band.
I love it! I think round prongs are the standard, at least here in the US. And from what I read more secure. (And better looking, in my subjective opinion, which doesn’t mean anything to you 😅).
This looks like a beautiful, lush, unique ring. Congrats!
I’ve had a lot of stones set as rings. Claw prongs and round prongs are both common. Take the ring to a jeweler and ask them how hard it would be to alter the prongs.
I think it’s a beautiful ring, and I love how excited and supportive your boyfriend was/is in it. It’s obvious he cares and wants you to love it too. I have no idea about prongs, but that is a beautiful diamond and maybe you can enquire if prongs can be changed whenever you go looking for bands? I think it’s lovely
I wouldn’t touch it, the craftsmanship is stunning
What a sweet and romantic gesture paying for the ring to be designed in secret 🥹 it’s a stunning ring!
Changing out the prongs can definitely be done, you’ll just want to look for somewhere with an in house jeweler. I would ask around about getting them retipped vs reset.
This ring is gorgeous, hand made and just perfect how it is.
It looks properly custom by someone who has a lot of care and experience
Stone is unbelievable
It’s beautiful. Don’t second guess yourself!
It’s gorgeous and the cathedral setting and round prongs are more secure. The craftsmanship is excellent. You should be proud and grateful that he had it custom made this way.
It’s beautiful from every angle!!!!!
Bead prongs are very common. I have 3 very high quality rings and that is what is on all of them. My MIL has 2 very large high quality natural diamond rings and they are bead pronged too!
It’s sooo beautiful while looking solid too! I love it. I’m not a fan of round prongs and actually love big claw prongs and they would look great on this ring but I’m not sure I would touch it, it’s pretty perfect
This is exquisite.
I love it! I would wear it in a heartbeat. I picked out a oval solitaire with a hidden halo. So that’s what I got. The more I look at yours the more I ask myself if I made the right decision.
As women we will always love sparkling in different ways. I think I need different shapes for different days of the week!
Don’t change anything! This stone is a beauty.
Stunning!
OMG this ring is to DIE FOR!! Keep those beautiful & very much more secure round prongs on this stunner. Wear this with pride and love in your heart, your man did great!
This is stunning! Great job!
I’d say round prongs are the norm but they’re easily changed.
Oh my gosh this is gorgeous!
You can’t be serious…
Personally, I’d live with it for a bit. I like how the prongs really take a back seat to the stove, it’s just gorgeous!
F-ing hell that is INCREDIBLE!
I have a similar ring with claw prongs and they’re always catching on things (tiny threads in fabric, or whatever). I would keep it as is. I didn’t notice the prongs until I read the caption. Beautiful story and beautiful ring!
hardcore lurker on this sub, like i don’t even comment…. but commenting to say this is one of the best rings i’ve ever seen. so unique and craftsmanship is incredible. i wouldn’t touch a thing if i was you. i like claw prongs sometimes but i think the beaded here look very romantic
I honestly don’t understand why everyone doesn’t want a cathedral setting. If you don’t want your ring to catch on things it just makes sense, it’s geometry.
✨Stunning and Elegant✨
It’s an overall 10 for me
I love it it’s gorgeous!
I prefer these prongs. But that’s just me.
How did you find pics of it?
If you don’t love the setting, please feel free to change the ring to your liking. I’m sure your partner would want you to be happy as well.
absolutely stunning
It’s absolutely gorgeous
This ring is amazing. Of course I understand that the rounded prongs weren’t your ideal aesthetic but honestly it’s so refreshing to see someone post a ring and it’s well made and beautiful…
A prong change won’t be difficult or expensive. Just do it. It’s not a big deal at all.
And PS, people saying the round prongs are more secure are correct – claws can get caught. Just learn how to monitor them for safety.
This ring is perfection
literally saving this to my ring inspo board
beautiful. congrats 🙂
I would die for this. I got a Costco ring and I met so many people with my same wedding ring as an extra right hand ring. It was not special at all. This is gorgeous.
What a beautiful ring! I obsessed over getting every little detail right with designing my own ring and in the end, the really small details won’t be your where your focus goes. I can see how claw prongs would be nice, but the rounded ones aren’t too larger where they stand out. If it does bug you, you can always look into getting it changed.
Don’t change a thing—it’s perfect as is.
Love it!
It’s absolutely charming
Round prongs are less prone to catching on things. Also they allow the light to reflect better on the stone and give it more sparkle.
It’s beautiful and the setting is perfect.
TBH…I think you need to grow up a bit and trust that the craftsperson who made this stunning piece is the best judge.