The engagement ring is meant to take your breath away, and few ring designs are as spectacular as the halo engagement ring. Halo engagement rings come in all shapes and sizes and, depending on the designer, they can either stick to the traditional form or break the mold and create something unique.
With so many designer halo engagement rings to choose from, it can be something of a challenge to pick the right one. Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about the halo engagement ring and how you can pick out one that will undoubtedly wow your bride-to-be.
A Closer Look at the Halo Engagement Ring
The halo engagement ring has an iconic look that is unlike any other engagement ring styles. While the design of halo engagement rings can vary dramatically from piece to piece, they are almost always identified as having a high-carat diamond in the middle that is meant to draw light and the eye directly towards the center.
This focal diamond is then surrounded by a ring or ‘halo' of quarter, third, or half carat diamonds or gemstones. The halo engagement ring broke out in the 1920s and since then it has been a favored design choice for engagement rings.
Some Things to Look Out For
As mentioned before, there are a vast number of halo engagement ring options. From TACORI's Crescent Engagement Ring collection to Hearts on Fire's Beloved Engagement Ring collection, every designer puts their own spin on the halo engagement ring.
With so much variety it can be difficult to pick out the right halo engagement ring. Fortunately, there are some halo ring characteristics that you can look out for to help you find the perfect fit.
In all halo engagement rings, the cut of the center stone is incredibly important. Typically, it is the first thing the eye catches, and can dramatically affect the ring's first impression.
Traditionally, the center stone is cut in either a round or princess-cut fashion. However, some designers break tradition by adding pears, marquises, and even emerald-cut center stones. Before purchasing your halo engagement ring, it might be a good idea to get a gauge of what kind of stone your significant other would appreciate.
The color of the pave gemstones can also either make or break a halo engagement ring. In some cases, pave stones can add a striking accent to the look of a halo ring, in other cases, it can completely spoil the desired effect. A pave stone can be sapphire, emerald, or even a colorless diamond; it honestly all depends on you and your fiancé's taste.
Classically, a halo engagement ring will only have one halo of stones surrounding the center diamond. However, you can always opt for more. Multiple halos can add a brilliant effect to the overall look and feel of a halo engagement ring.
However, like all things, more doesn't always mean better, and the extra halos can hinder the appeal of the design.
Shopping with a Professional Jeweler
Above all, when purchasing a halo engagement ring, it is beneficial to review all of your options with the help of an experienced jeweler. At Rumanoff's Jewelry you can get the help of a well-versed jeweler, and a wide selection of halo engagement rings in their Hamden, Connecticut showroom.
Rumanoff's has served New Haven County for over 75 years, providing designer engagement rings, as well as wedding bands, timepieces, GIA-certified loose diamonds, and a wide selection of fashion jewelry pieces. Family owned and operated, Rumanoff's can offer a personal level of service that is difficult to find elsewhere.
For more information on products, sales, professional jewelry services or halo engagement rings, visit Rumanoffs.com or call (203)230-1199.
