Unique Engagement Rings for Non-Traditional Brides

Buying an engagement ring will likely be the most significant jewelry purchase you and your partner make in a lifetime and there’s a lot of pressure to choose the “perfect ring”. To help round up some current ring trends, I spoke with someone who spends a lot of time looking at engagement rings: Rachel Silver,  founder of wedding video site, LoveStoriesTV (and my former colleague at Birchbox!). If you want to find out what’s trending at weddings, Silver's your girl. 

First of all, you’re not imagining it—the engagement ring selfies in your feed are getting more unique. According to Silver, "It's always been the case that brides want an ring that is impressive, but now, because of Instagram and the spread of personal moments online, there is a major focus on originality and not being the same as everyone else.” 

So, what trends should you look out for when you head to the jeweler? I love a classic cut and band, but if you’re looking for something a little more unique, here are a few styles that I'm personally eyeing. 

Asymmetrical Rings

You can go asymmetrical in two ways—with your engagement ring or your wedding band. Either way, it’s a  gorgeous statement. 

Photo: Mociun Instagram

East West Settings

Even a classic cut will look more unique with a setting direction change-up. 

Photo: Janelle Grass on Pinterest

Stacks

Silver says, “stacks are back but not like your mom had in the 80s. They’re back with interesting shapes and non-identical top and bottom rings.” 

photo: Anna Sheffield

Organic Cuts

Organic cuts are one of the most unique and distinctly bohemian options and sends the message that you’re not one for convention. 

photo: byAngeline Etsy

Colored Stones

Diamond’s aren’t every woman’s best friend. Matching your engagement ring to your birth stone or a favorite color feels very personal. According to Silver, black diamonds are also everywhere right now. 

Photo: Vrai and Oro

The final piece of advice? "My biggest piece of advice when it comes to rings is to get (or drop hints for) something you love NOW. Life is too short to worry about if you'll love the style in 30 years. If your personal aesthetic is antique, great! It won't go out of style and you have nothing to worry about. Love something more current? I say go for it. You can always have it re-styled later. Go with what you love.” I couldn't agree more!