Is a Heart-Shaped Stone a Mistake? Let’s Discuss! šā¤ļø
When it comes to engagement rings, one of the most personal choices is the shape of the gemstone. From the classic round to the elegantly unique pear, the shape you choose reflects not only your style but also your love story. Today, letās dive into the heart-shaped stoneāan often-debated choice. Is it a romantic symbol or a mistake in design?
The Allure of the Heart Shape
The heart shape is undeniably romantic and symbolizes deep love and affection. It’s a choice that can speak volumes, making your engagement ring not just a piece of jewelry but an emblem of your relationship. The heart shape can capture the sentiment that youāre choosing your partner for life, and thereās something enchanting about that!
Pros:
- Unique and Meaningful: A heart-shaped stone sets your ring apart. Itās a conversation starter and can easily be tailored to fit your personal style.
- Symbolism: The heart shape inherently carries a message of love, making it a naturally romantic choice.
The Possible Drawbacks
However, the heart shape is not without its critics. Some argue that it can be more challenging to find the perfect cut, and that perhaps it may not be as timeless as a classic round or oval.
Cons:
- Workmanship: Achieving a perfect heart shape requires precise craftsmanship. A poorly cut heart stone can look unflattering, so itās essential to choose a reputable jeweler.
- Resale Value: If you ever decide to sell or upgrade your ring, some jewelers say heart shapes may not hold their value as well as more traditional shapes.
So, Is It a Mistake?
Ultimately, whether a heart-shaped stone is a mistake or not comes down to personal preference. Itās all about what feels right for you and your partner. If the heart shape resonates with both of you, then itās the perfect choice! On the other hand, if youāre unsure and afraid it might not stand the test of time, you might want to explore other options.
Join the Conversation!
Now that Iāve shared my thoughts, I want to hear from you!
- Current Owners: For those who wear heart-shaped engagement rings, how do you feel about your choice? Do you ever wish you had opted for a different shape?
- Future Buyers: If youāre considering a heart-shaped stone, what appeals to you the most? What hesitations do you have?
- Experts and Enthusiasts: What advice can you share about choosing this unique shape? Have you seen any stunning heart-shaped rings that changed your mind?
Let’s get a lively discussion going! Share your heart-shaped ring stories, pictures, or any insights you’ve gathered on this captivating design. Your experiences can help others make informed choices in their own love journeys. šā¤ļøāØ
I think you will regret it, yes. But if you read this comment and think āscrew her!ā You have your answer- go with it!
The princess cut is my favorite of the three and I think it will age the best. But take some more time and really think it through. Have you tried all of these on in person?
Heart shaped rings make me think of really young people/promise rings
I love heart diamonds. So many people upgrade these days that it doesnāt have to be a forever ring anyway. Do what makes your heart happy.
I’m loving the second one. Unless it’s a claddagh ring, heart-shaped stones in engagement rings always read “18-year-old first loves really thinking they have a chance at making it” to me.
Heart shapes are having a real moment right now. We’re seeing tons of requests for them at Bouquet Fine Jewelry – like 3x more than even last year. The champagne color you’re thinking about would be gorgeous too… that warm tone against yellow gold is just *chef’s kiss*
The regret thing – i mean, you’ve already gone through princess cut compass rose phase AND the massive floral halo phase, so you’re clearly someone who knows their taste evolves. But that’s kind of the beauty of it? My fiancĆ©e designs jewelry and she always says the best rings are the ones that make you feel something RIGHT NOW, not the ones you think you’ll still like in 10 years. Plus heart shapes photograph beautifully from every angle, especially with that hidden halo catching light underneath
If the only reason you want a heart shaped stone is because you find it unique, then that might indicate youāre in a phase and that phase may pass. But you know yourself better than the internet. You can try buying some costume jewelry rings online in different shapes and see how you feel about a heart shaped ring when you can see it on your hand.
Nothing is a mistake if you love it.. its totally personal…i think its pretty š©·
Heart shaped jewelry notoriously does not age well…
Considering that you are swooning over four very different designs in one paragraph, I think you should buy some cheap options and wear them for a while until you can settle on one. (Also, heart shaped is not it.)
It sounds like you change your mind a lot, and thatās fine. Are you open to changing your engagement ring down the line? Because then, thereās no mistakes!
One of each! You’ve got more than one finger, right?!
Jokes aside, maybe you could find a stone you love in a versatile shape like round or oval and get bands or guards/enhancers in unique shapes or colors? Then you could change the look while keeping the sentimental solitaire.
i personally looove heart shaped stones and to add to the stereotype had a couple promise rings in that cut. i think if it was something you’d always kind of liked, id say go for it, because who cares what other people think / what’s trendy. but because you are just kind of coming around to them, i would double(or however many people have said it now)tap getting some try on rings and wearing them.
fwiw, i thought id love an emerald, and i got a temporary one while my engagement ring was remade (long, not relevant to this story!). it was fun for a day or so and then bored me and lost its appeal. i still think they’re beautiful and it could be that it was CZ, but i decided any future rings for me probably won’t be in that shape. food for thought!
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I only think heart shape looks good in a pendant
If you love heart-shaped diamonds, get one in a pendant.
I feel like they all have a similar center look to me. What if you got a round diamond and then you could get new wedding bands every once in a while to change the look and shape?
Yes, a heart shape is a mistake. They look juvenile, no offense intended.
Honestly open up Pinterest, type in heart shape engagement rings, and then like or add ANYTHING that makes your heart say YES! I thought I wanted an oval, did this exact thing, ended up realized all my saves were circles. Best part I picked my three favorites and let my fiancƩ pick a ring knowing I like loves round cut. If you truly love heart shape, nothing else will stick out to you. Good luck!!! And congrats!!!
I love heart shape! But I guess I’m the only one.
š„ HOT TAKE: I have such a soft spot for heart-shaped rings! My momās engagement ring from the features a heart shaped diamond, and I absolutely adore it.
To me there is something so romantic and timeless about that shape, despite what some might say about trends coming and going.
Hereās my philosophy: if a particular ring style makes your heart sing, then you should absolutely go for it. Donāt let anyone talk you out of what you truly love. I learned this lesson the hard way with my own engagement ring journey.
When I was getting engaged, I had my heart set on a pear-shaped diamond toi et moi design, you know, the two-stone style thatās become so popular BUT weāre not at the time in 2017.
But I listened to well-meaning friends and family members who insisted it was ājust a phaseā and that Iād regret choosing something so unique. They convinced me that I should play it safe and go with something more classic. So I ended up with an a simple oval diamond instead.
Donāt get me wrong my oval engagement ring is beautiful, and I did love it. But there was always a little part of me that wondered āwhat if?ā
Fast forward to our fifth wedding anniversary, and my wonderful husband surprised me with the exact ring I had wanted five years earlier. And you know what? I was right all along about what I loved. I wear that anniversary ring more often than my original engagement ring, even now.
The moral of the story? Trust your instincts. You know your own style better than anyone else, and if youāre drawn to a heart-shaped ring, thereās a reason for that.
Trends may come and go, but genuine personal preference and the emotional connection you feel to a piece of jewelry will last forever. Get the ring that makes you excited to look down at your hand every single day!āāāāāāāāāāāāāāāā
I have a heart shape with a sapphire on each side for my late mother. I love it .
I know people say heart shaped rings are childish or whatever but I personally looooove heart shaped diamonds. My wedding band is diamond hearts and I have a lab pink diamond heart pinky ring! My engagement ring isnāt a heart but I have gotten heart shaped jewelry throughout my life and they continue to be my favorite pieces.
Lady Gaga got one from Taylor Kinney and i was obsessed. If that’s your style and personality OP go for it, i personally think they’re cute
My sis in-law has worn a heart shaped diamond for almost 15 years & sheās nearly 50! Hers is a natural 1.5ct surrounded by tiny pink diamonds & itās honestly a knockout ring. I donāt see it as young persons ring at all.
Lady Gaga had a beautiful heart shaped engagement ring and I fell in love with the camp of it. I also love chintzy glitzy glam on the daily though, if you’re shopping for someone more refined it may be better to reserve the heart shape for a pendant!
Iām 40. Been wearing a garnet heart as my 10 year upgrade since 2017. I get compliments on it all the time. I love it and have said if there is another upgrade I want another heart.
Was told my whole life hearts were tacky. Glad I finally just did what I wanted.
When people show their older engagement rings here, most look dated in one way or another.
Who cares?
It looking dated only means you managed to keep your marriage long enough.
If you like it, go for it.
I would not do a heart shaped diamond. I find them to be juvenile- if you don’t care about their reputation go for it!
*I was engaged in 2016 when halos were still popular and while now they are not everyone’s cup of tea I still love it! I go through life not giving a hoot what other people think.
The only heart shape jewelry i donāt find juvenile is some tiffanyās jewelry tbh
I have a heart shaped diamond I wear every day and love. I’m older than you are.
The problem with heart shapes in jewelry is that there is so much ugly stuff out there. A good jeweler will put a nice stone in a nice, tasteful setting and it will look great. We don’t get to see a lot of examples of that though. And a lot of people will shove a heart or other fancy shape in a setting that’s not well suited to them.
I got married 25 years ago. I have a heart shaped solitaire that I love. We did recently upgrade to a round pink sapphire in a floral setting, but that was only because my original engagement ring is tiny. Regardless, I have always loved it. You won’t see many, if any, brides with a heart shaped ring. I never have.
What if you got a heart wedding band like [this](https://www.angara.com/p/pave-set-diamond-heart-wedding-band-wrd-sr2965d?metalType=18k+yellow+gold&gemstoneQuality=i+j,+i1+i2&stoneSize=1.3mm&emi=1&srsltid=AfmBOoqrdGYvlniBu7OT-vGRGaDV_DZCj9dA4A-ww4KPLAFRJ_gzt2BXtYs) for example? Then you still get the hearts but itās a little more subtle and easier to swap out later if you change your mindĀ