Choosing an engagement ring is probably the longest a typical man thinks about jewelry. This is the time when they get overwhelmed by the sheer amount of different options: yellow gold, white gold, titanium, platinum. And that is just the precious metal it’s made of; then comes the design, and, of course, the diamond itself. The easy way out would be picking a traditional gold solitaire ring with a single large stone set on top of it. However, if you are looking to really change the game and make it unique, you should consider other options as well. With enough patience and the wealth of various options, from crisscross diamond rings to open-cuff rings, you can find a ring to set you apart from the throng.

Double diamond rings

Traditionally, the single diamond ring is the default choice for an engagement ring. However, you do not have to limit yourself to this design. If the number two has some significance to you and your relationship, there are fantastic designs with two diamonds set into the ring, rather than one. One example of the meaning of two diamonds is that your chosen one is both your love and your best friend.

Crisscross rings

This ring style does away with the typical one-band rings, and substitutes it for a multitude of intersecting bands. This arrangement gives the designer great freedom to experiment. The bands can be identical, made from different colors of gold, or set with different gemstones. These gossamer-looking bands are elegant and are sure to be noticed, wherever they are worn. They are suitable for engagement rings because diamonds can be set all along the individual hoops, with a big stone set in the central part of the ring.

Rose gold

If you are looking to really go off the standard narrative of engagement rings, you can opt to forego the traditional yellow or white gold colors and use rose gold. Combining rose gold with white and/or yellow gold in the same design can make it really pop. And rose gold can be used with any style of ring, so you can combine this trend with any of the previously mentioned styles.

Open cuff rings

The typical ring is a closed circular band of precious metal. However, newer designs such as open cuff rings toy with this expectation. Essentially, they are left “unfinished,” similar to an eyebrow piercing hoop. The beauty of these rings lies in their uniqueness, as well as the fact that you can set diamonds on the edges of the gap.

Other stones

“Diamonds are forever” is the most cited reasons to use diamonds as the center stone in engagement rings. However, if you are looking at this list, chances are that you are not a traditionalist, and do not shy away from some variety. Some other precious stones, especially rubies and sapphires, are only marginally less durable than diamonds. They have one advantage over diamonds, however; greater variety. Sapphires come in every color of the rainbow besides red, and if you want red, go with ruby. You can choose the colors or the intensities of your stone depending on the significance of colors in your life and your relationship. Ultimately, your engagement ring should be a unique symbol of your love. If you feel it needs to be special and stand out from the crowd, you have a wider selection of styles and trends to choose from than ever before. And of course, if you prefer to keep to the traditional, your options are numerous. If you are looking for an engagement ring in San Diego, visit Leo Hamel Fine Jewelry & Engagement Ring Store. Our jewelry store on San Diego Avenue is the largest retail jewelry store in San Diego, with a vast ever-changing selection of the best engagement rings. Our helpful, expert salespeople will guide you in selecting the ideal ring for your beloved.