How to Choose an Art Deco Ring

Many online jewelers have taken stock in gorgeous ring settings that are so unique with side stones and even center stones of sapphires and rubies. Adding vibrant colors to the already sparkling diamond has been a trend for years, but today, Art Deco engagement rings settings are as fabulous as they were years over 50 years ago, with their gorgeous geometric patterns.

Changes in jewelry technology allowed gemstones to be cut in new and exciting ways, which lead to the development of emerald cut stones. An Art Deco ring with an emerald cut stone is divine. The use of colored gemstones such as onyx, emeralds, sapphires and rubies satisfied the desire for dramatic and intensely colored jewelry pieces.

The jewelry of the Art Deco period was a clear reflection of the changes in technology and architecture of the time. Geometric shapes, intense color and clean lines are some of the lasting influences of the period. Think Chrysler building or the Empire State building. Popular architecturally inspired shapes included arches, straight lines, squares and circles. Art Deco jewelry incorporates these geometric shapes and clean lines.

Art Deco rings are usually made with little diamonds, so make sure she knows this. If she's ok with not having a big stone on her engagement ring, then, there will be no problem. If not, there are Art Deco engagement rings that were set with small diamonds but are designed in such a way that these pieces of diamond will look like one big diamond.

Choose mixed gemstones. Try accenting your diamond with sapphires or emeralds. Many art deco engagement rings were made out of colored gemstones. You can even work them into your wedding band. Make the gem sentimental, like use the birthstone from the month you are getting married in. For a more modern approach use colored diamonds.

Use contrasting shapes. In modern engagement rings, most jewelry focuses on one cut such as princess or round cut diamonds. There is a trend towards a sleek look, or even solitaries. An art deco engagement ring focuses on the geometric designs of the period. There are often diamonds surrounding the entire center stone & they can be a totally different shape. Look for pear or trillion cuts. This style works well for a bride who still wants white diamonds, but wants her ring to be different.

Aim for the sleek look. Use contrasting shapes and do not focus on the traditional princess or round cut diamonds. If she likes white diamonds but want a unique ring, Art Deco engagement ring with pear or trillion cuts is perfect.