Engagement rings

Popping the question is typically accompanied by giving an engagement ring, a tradition believed to date as far back as Ancient Egyptian times. Evidence of Egyptian men presenting their brides-to-be with handmade rings has been discovered, with jewellery crafted from materials such as reeds, sedges, papyrus and other natural elements like leather, bone or ivory.

The first recorded presentation of a diamond ring was by Archduke Maximillian of Austria to his fiancé Mary of Burgundy in 1477. However, it was not until the 1870s, when diamonds were discovered in South Africa, that diamond engagement rings became more widely available.

An engagement ring’s setting refers to how diamonds or gemstones are set into a metal band. The ring setting is designed to highlight the beauty of the diamond and has a big influence on the overall look of the ring. You should choose an engagement ring setting that suits your partner’s style and personality, as they’ll be wearing their ring for a long time.

There are several types of setting to choose from, but choices can broadly be split into two main styles — solitaire and multi-stone. Solitaire engagement rings are those with a single diamond, while multi-stone pieces feature more than one precious stone.

The solitaire style is perhaps the most popular choice as it is simple, classic and timeless. Solitaire diamond engagement rings pair effortlessly with most wedding bands and promise an ageless elegance that will never go out of style. Rêve Diamonds strongly recommend you select a diamond that offers the best cut, colour and clarity within your budget.

One of the most popular multi-stone settings is the “trilogy” style; a three-diamond engagement ring said to represent the couple’s past, present and future together. Another stylish choice is the halo setting, a ring of small accent stones encircling a larger centre diamond. Halo set diamond engagement rings boast an impressive visual impact, with the setting accentuating the centre stone to make it appear larger.

At Rêve Diamonds, our team of jewellery experts will work with you to ensure your chosen diamond and setting perfectly complement one another, resulting in a beautiful engagement ring to cherish forever.

If your fiancé’s jewellery collection consists of mostly yellow gold, it may be wise to choose a traditional yellow gold setting that they will treasure and love to wear. If they typically prefer white metals, you may want to choose an engagement ring in a precious metal such as white gold, platinum or palladium. Rose gold engagement rings are also a chic and contemporary option, known for their ability to complement almost every skin tone.

At Rêve Diamonds, we have diamond wedding rings and diamond engagement rings available in a range of metals, including yellow gold, 18ct white gold, rose gold and platinum. There are many variations available to purchase online or in-store at our London Mayfair showroom.

It’s vital you are provided with certification when investing in a diamond engagement ring. This proves the diamond has been assessed, graded and coded with a laser by an independent gemological laboratory such as the GIA.

Having official certification ensures you’re not purchasing a diamond made with natural mineral substitutes such as white sapphire, topaz, quartz or zircon, or synthetic substitutes such as cubic zirconia or moissanite.

All diamonds sold by Rêve Diamonds are fully certified and completely authentic. We believe in quality craftsmanship and giving our customers as much choice as possible, allowing you to choose the design, metal and diamond size to create your perfect engagement ring. By providing several ways for our customers to tailor their jewellery, we ensure unique and fully customised pieces unlike any other.

We also offer a completely bespoke design service that transforms your jewellery idea into a beautiful finished product. Our skilled team of CAD designers will work with you to create your dream design, so if you can’t find your perfect style or want to add a different diamond, please contact us to discuss the options for bespoke handmade jewellery.

Our expert customer service team are here to assist you and make your diamond jewellery shopping experience special. If you need help searching through our collection or would like more information about our products, gift options and sale prices, simply contact us. If you wish to order online and want to know your ring size, please request a free ring sizer by post.