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The Biggest Trend in Engagement Rings Is...Unconventional

24 of the prettiest bands (not a platinum solitaire in sight)

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Maybe you're the girl who's dreamed about her wedding since, like, kindergarten. Maybe you're the on-the-fly bride. Maybe you're just a lady who likes sparkly things. Whichever camp you're in, you'll appreciate the 24 stunners to follow. From black diamonds to raw stones and a few dainty baguettes in between, these are the trendiest weddings rings right now.

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1.

Cuff Rings

Kicking it off with a ring we wouldn't be mad about wearing for the rest of our lives. 

Anita Ko ($3,900)

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2.

Cuff Rings

Good things come in threes. 

Dannijo ($2,800)

rings repossi

3.

Cuff Rings

Or, just two teardrops.

Repossi ($32,135)

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4.

Unexpected Shapes 

Give us all the bouquets.

Piaget (Price available upon request)

rings eva

5.

Unexpected Shapes

This geometric diamond ups your cool factor by, like, 42,000 percent.

Eva Fehren ($42,500)

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6.

Raw Stones

Never expected to want an engagement ring that was best described as raw and gray. But here we are.

Stone Fox Bride ($6,500)

rings melissa

7.

Raw Stones

Strong crystal-ball vibes coming from this baby. 

Melissa Joy Manning ($6,475)

rings embrace

8.

Raw Stones

Strong "gimmeeeee" vibes from this baby.

Diamond in the Rough ($8,000)

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9.

Diamond Bands

But of course you can have two bands. 

Cartier ($10,500)

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10.

Diamond Bands

Everyone will want a closer look. 

Suzanne Kalan ($5,600)

rings mocium

11.

Diamond Bands

Shockingly flattering.

Mociun ($2,100)

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12.

Colored Stones

But don't feel obliged to stick to diamonds.

David Webb ($11,900)

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13.

Colored Stones

Emeralds also come in dainty matte-gold joints.

Jennifer Meyer ($675)

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14.

Colored Stones

Bet you've never seen a peach engagement ring. 

Anna Sheffield ($750)

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15.

Colored Stones

Not really a stone at all, this guy's actually just hammered 18-karat gold. 

Tiffany & Co. ($1,600)

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16.

Colored Stones

This split-band number is bold and unexpected and pretty high on our wish list.  

Maison Margiela ($4,600)

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17.

Black Diamonds 

One, please! 

Catbird ($2,050)

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18.

Black Diamonds 

Slightly medieval. Completely awesome. 

Digby & Iona ($1,850)

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19.

Black Diamonds

The edgiest little bow we ever did see.

Jennie Kwon Designs ($835)

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20.

Multiple Bands

For when you want something sophisticated but also statement-making.

Luna Skye ($2,200)

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21.

Multiple Bands

Chicest snake in the history of snakes. 

Gucci ($9,100)

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22.

Multiple Bands

But back to the sweet stuff.

Zoe Chicco ($605)

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23.

Multiple Bands

Stacks on stacks on stacks. 

David Yurman ($825)

rings forevermark

24.

Multiple Bands

With a cherry on top.

Forevermark (Price available upon request)


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