A pink cubic zirconia stone looks beautiful in sterling silver or marcasite settings as well as yellow and rose gold.  It also combines beautifully with white or colored pearls.

Why have a traditional white or clear gemstone wedding ring set?  You can wear a pink cz solitaire as a promise ring or engagement ring.  We often see these types flanked by smaller white  stones either around the perimeter of the pink solitaire, as a three-stone ring, or around the circumference of the band.  The pink stone may be a heart shape, or standard oval, cushion, princess, asscher or marquise cuts are available as well.  We love the uniqueness of colored engagement rings.  Perhaps because they are different, they feel more special.  You’ll also find that when people admire your ring, they are less concerned with whether the ring is “real” or not, and are more interested in the beautiful stone.

If you’re looking for a more playful style, a cocktail ring is also stunning.  It’s a bold, right-handed look, and will be the only ring you need to wear.  We’ve seen pink pave dome settings as well as single, giant cz stones guaranteed to get attention.

We are also seeing a lot of stackable rings featuring pink cubic zirconia stones.  Within the same stack, you’ll have a variety of shades from light to dark for a wonderful effect.

Sweet and budget friendly, a pink cubic zirconia ring can be as inexpensive as twenty dollars, and as expensive as several hundred dollars, depending on the materials and setting.

Below are a few of the styles we like.  (Note: These image links will take you out to retailers’ sites).

Like many simulated diamond makers, Nexus Diamond heavily promotes their wedding and engagement ring offerings, but they do have a variety of everyday earrings, pendants, bracelets, necklaces, watches and special collections.  They even have some trendier pieces such as their black and white line set in shiny platinum coated silver that look very couture.  Simulated sapphires, emeralds and rubies have striking color and some necklaces creep into the $5,000 plus range.  However, it is becoming more widely understood and accepted that the craftsmanship, materials, quality and settings of simulated pieces can command high values.   Since $5,000 is a small fraction of what some Cartier necklaces cost, the price still seems relatively intelligent.  And even for under $400 at Diamond Nexus Labs, you can easily find something lovely that looks far more expensive.

I liked the colored diamond simulants and have been very intrigued by browns lately, such as their chocolate brown cushion cut stone.  I also admire some of Nexus Diamonds’ more modern style white gold right hand rings. Their lever back earrings seem like a no-brainer in classic day-to-night styles you’ll wear for years to come.

There are a lot of diamond simulants out there, so like when buying other gemstone jewelry, the reputation of the seller is critical.  I can’t wait to check out Diamond Nexus Labs in more detail and look forward to hearing about your experiences as well!

You don’t have to sacrifice beauty, glamour or high-polish sparkle, when you opt for a cz cubic zirconia sterling silver  ring.  The advantages of a cz silver rings are many.  First, silver is abundant and widely available.   This makes it a much more economical option than a gold ring.  Sterling silver is an alloy, typically containing 92.5% silver, with the remaining (usually copper) serving to strengthen the metal.

Sterling silver is the perfect setting for any gemstone.  If you’re looking for diamonds, cubic zirconia, Diamonique or other simulated stones, you’ll find a silver ring setting to suit.  Even from the highest quality retailers, a sterling silver engagement ring will offer a bold look at a fraction of the price of gold.  If you’re looking for a cocktail or dome ring style, this is particularly beneficial, given the amount of precious metal this type of piece requires.  (Sterling silver is also great for wedding bands).

There is no sacrificing style, detail or craftsmanship in cz sterling silver rings.  If you’re looking for a prong, channel or bezel set, a silver setting works beautifully.  A solitaire or bypass style engagement ring also looks great in silver.  If you’re interested in a family heirloom type of look, there’s no limit to the flexibility in creating intricate scrolling shapes and elegant tapering.  Millgrain detail and an openwork gallery are commonly seen in sterling silver cubic zirconia rings and sets.  Craftsmanship is just as high in silver as in gold rings.

Another option is to have 14k gold plating or platinum over a sterling silver core, giving you the prized gold finish but still at significantly less than a solid gold piece.

The disadvantage of a sterling silver engagement ring is that it does tarnish, and requires regular cleaning.  However, a simple silver cleaning cloth and tarnish-resistant jewelry storage will keep this to a minimum.  Rhodium plated silver is also an option, and provides a white, anti-tarnish finish.  However, items need replating every few years.

CZ pairs with silver or gold in concert with turquoise, but the silver tends to be the most common, and as far as precious metals go, the most affordable.

While we’re obviously huge cz and Diamonique fans by themselves, we love the bold colors, and the way the turquoise varies from one stone to the next, making each piece totally unique!

You’ll also find that the turquoise and cz combination is more economical than pairing cubic zirconia with other materials like pearls, or other gemstones.

The biggest bang for your buck when pairing turquoise and cubic zirconia, comes with the purchase of a set, where you may find coordinating earrings and pendant or ring.  The turquoise pieces themselves don’t have to be too big in order to make a statement.

There is no better way to represent the eternal qualities of your love than with an eternity cz ring. Whether an engagement ring or wedding ring, an eternity cz ring is characterized by a pattern of cubic zirconia and other details that span the outer circumference of the ring, making it beautiful from every angle. One ring that works beautifully on its own is this alluring Full Orbit Sterling Silver and CZ Eternity Band Ring. This type of wedding band features thirty round and emerald-shaped cubic zirconia stones totaling 8.24 carats.

On their own, cz eternity rings are an elegant, symbolic gesture. They are also paired with a contrasting plain band for a stacked effect, or with bands combining colored and clear cubic zirconia gemstones for even more sparkle. This
Stackable Pink and White CZ Eternity Band Ring makes a wonderful compliment to a plain band or solitaire ring. This darling pink and white cz eternity band includes 7 pink and 7 white (clear) cubic zirconia gemstones for more than 15 total carats. Remember, it’s ok with mix metals and stones. If you want to wear an eternity band cz ring with a diamond solitaire, go for it!

For something a bit more unique, colored metals like rose gold and chocolate gold are becoming incredibly popular in all types of jewelry. We loved this Sterling Silver 7.6-Carat Chocolate CZ Pave Eternity Band Ring. The elegant pave set cubic zirconia stones go all the way around the band, which features black rhodium accents. It is a whopping 7.6 carats and is also available in other colors including rose gold.

Depending on the size and metal (sterling silver, gold, platinum) prices for an eternity cz band ring range from thirty and up to several hundred dollars.

An eternity cz band doesn’t only have to be for engagements or weddings.  Cubic zirconia bands are inexpensive enough to give and enjoy anytime.  Learn more about eternity rings.

The butterfly ring look works in both dressy and casual settings.  Butterflies are a popular wedding theme and butterfly jewelry makes a beautiful gift for bridesmaids.   Whether you already love butterflies and butterfly jewelry, admired it in recent runway fashion shows, or fell in love with Mariah Carey’s signature butterfly ring, a cubic zirconia butterfly ring is joyful, timeless and elegant.

Pave cubic zirconia detail on the wings gives the butterfly ring weight and substance, while the spacing of the wings adds lightness.  The butterfly body is comprised of three larger cubic zirconia gemstones.  Butterfly rings tend to be comfortable to wear.  Despite having a fairly large diameter on top of the hand, the band surrounding the finger is thin and comfortable.  We particularly like this Cubic Zirconia Butterfly Ring because of its layers of wings, the density of stones and its three-dimensionality.  We also like the rounded wing edges giving the ring a softer appearance.

A cz eternity band symbolizes everlasting love and often marks a special occasion such as an anniversary or birth of a child.  They are also known as infinity rings, because the ring’s continuous loop represents an everlasting love.  A cubic zirconia eternity ring typically includes some, if not all, white (clear) gemstones, but can also be personalized with colored birthstones.  (Be sure to check out our other article featuring different CZ eternity band rings).

There are several important things to consider when shopping for a ring:

Comfort

A cz eternity ring is a piece the wearer wants to enjoy every day.  For this reason, it must be comfortable.  One thing that affects the comfort is the width of the band.  If the cubic zirconia eternity band is too thick, it can impede and motion and even hurt.  Thinner bands tend not to cause any physical discomfort.

Cost

Prices for a cubic zirconia eternity band can climb high, depending on the type of metal, stones, and overall quality and detail.  To streamline costs, many opt for a “half”  band.  This means that the gemstones are set only in the area of the ring seen on the back of the hand, and do not run the entire circumference of the ring.  Not only do fewer gemstones mean lower cost, but it can also make a cz ring more comfortable to wear.

An “overlay” of a particular metal like platinum over sterling silver is a great way to trim the cost.  A pure sterling silver ring with a high polish is also a nice, inexpensive option.

Coordination

The eternity band can look beautiful worn on its own, but it’s often stacked next to an engagement ring.  Because engagement ring styles vary, you’ll want to check that the band stacks comfortably with your other rings, and doesn’t leave too much space between.

For a simply gorgeous cz eternity band ring option, check out this Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Eternity Ring from Holsted Jewelers (pictured above).

Here’s another option for a sterling silver cubic zirconia wedding ring.  This channel-set eternity band contains nineteen gleaming round white cubic zirconia stones.    The great thing about a channel setting, particularly in a wedding ring, is that is extremely comfortable to wear and is less likely to snag on things.   And, the stones are protected in the channel setting so that you don’t risk chipping.  We also love that the cz stones run the entire circumference of this ring in a never-ending loop.  Get more details on the Sterling Silver and Cubic Zirconia Eternity Band Ring.

The article warns:

“Brass CZ jewelry is pushed as gold, steel as sterling silver and cattle bones often fill-in for ivory on the spurious websites selling online. So when you logon with an intention to buy CZ or any kind of jewelry for that matter, try to do so from reliable and credible sites like EBAY, Amazon, etc. or do so from a seller of international repute. It is a good idea to go through the feedbacks, reviews and ratings that the buyers of an online seller post about him.”

How to choose a reliable online seller of CZ jewelry – Fine Living.

“If you were to search for a cluster ring, cluster earring or even the classic tennis bracelet, it may be difficult to find one that features multiple diamonds that are of the same quality and clarity. For instance, one may look good and the next may have visible inclusions or even appear cloudy. With a cubic zirconia cluster ring, cubic zirconia stud earrings or cz tennis bracelet, you will have a flawless, eyeclean look in every single stone.”

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