CZ Sterling Silver Jewelry Shopper

Diamonique has its own line of classic wedding jewelry and we wanted to share with you the most popular classic wedding ring styles.  There is so much diversity in metals, shapes and colors of Diamonique jewelry, but this can help get you started.

One of the most popular Diamonique engagement rings is the 100 facet solitaire ring in white or 14k yellow gold.  A round shaped stone in a six prong setting, this is a gorgeous ring with maximum sparkle.  It is available for well under $200.

For a bold look at a lower price, Epiphany Diamonique rings are platinum clad, and run about half the price of a solid 14k gold ring.  Their oval bloom cut ring features a center stone with small beaded stones around it, as well as Tacori’s beautiful signature engraving.

Another incredible Diamonique engagement ring deal is their sterling silver pieces.  One particularly beautiful style has two intersecting bands anchored together by a round, tension-set cubic zirconia.  This multi-faceted brilliant cut stone grabs attention.  This modern-style ring is available for under $50

We all have our own reasons for wanting, or not wanting, to give or receive a big fat expensive engagement ring.   Some see an engagement ring as essential to a relationship.   Others view it as a bad investment or indirectly supportive of malevolent dictators in third world countries. (which is true).  As a result, people claim they are in the market for cheap engagement rings.   Given our passion for all cz jewelry, we think of cubic zirconia engagement rings less as a cheap substitute for diamonds, but in a class by themselves.  They have incredible variety, sparkle and precious metal settings that can be far from cheap!

The Frisky blogger discusses this in response to the NY Times Freakonomics blog.  The NY Times raises the very valid points about blood diamonds and paternalism, which we totally agree with.  But the Frisky blogger has a great point that an engagement ring is not just a token, but something symbolic, and while it doesn’t have to be anything fancy, it has meaning.

Ladies, Your Engagement Ring Is A Bad Investment | The Frisky.

Fall wedding palettes tend to include warm tones such as oranges and golds that add a warm glow to a cool weather wedding.  You’ve probably heard that this fall season’s fashions are all about color.  Fortunately, cubic zirconia comes in nearly every color imaginable and can make for original and stunning bridesmaid jewelry.

“A big trend for fall jewelry is color. Rich and warm neutral colors like topaz, brandy, copper, garnet, and brown are very much in style. If you like a bolder shade, try a stunning garnet color for your bridesmaid jewelry. These colors will blend beautifully with the pretty colors that are in style for autumn bridesmaid dresses.”

Fresh New Looks For Fall Bridesmaid Jewelry By Bridget Mora At Isnare.com Ezine Articles.

Here’s some practical advice for newlyweds who, with many expenses (including a wedding), may not want to incur debt when they’re beginning their life together.   When buying a cubic zirconia wedding ring set, evaluate the prices carefully.  What does your desired ring, stone and setting cost in both real diamonds and cubic zirconia?  You’ll find that there is a significant difference in price, but cz wedding ring sets are just as attractive and sparkly as the diamonds.

Also, you’ll find that any type of colored stone, setting or shape is available in a cz sterling silver version.  In fact, you can have a cz ring custom made, so you can get exactly what you want.

The article continues…

“After browsing the selections of the cubic zirconia at the stores, some couples have opted to have their rings customized. The price is still affordable, and it gives them a unique setting created with their own imagination. The best feature of all is everyone will think it is made with a diamond. To the untrained eyes, one can not distinguish the difference.

If the bride chooses to have some colored stone to enhance the beauty of the main stone. Cubic zirconia can come in an array of different colors. The couple will not have to invest in expensive gems such as rubies, emeralds or sapphires. These types of settings are very unique. This allows the bride the option of having her favorite stone incorporated into her engagement ring or wedding band or both.”

Newlyweds Choose Cubic Zirconia Jewelry | Coach Accessory Store.

There’s no reason why you have to spend an exorbitant amount to get a beautiful engagement ring or wedding set. This article gives lots of smart strategies to save money on your engagement ring.  There’s information on what to look for in an engagement ring as well as where to shop.  Here’s an overview:

“One way is to shop at secondhand stores and pawn shops. If you’re comfortable with secondhand items this can save you a great deal of money. Another strategy is to shop online. The Internet is a great source of savings for many shoppers. Finding inexpensive engagement rings online is easy and convenient. You can use your favorite search engine to compare prices from various online merchants. You might also want to try looking on Craigslist. Craigslist is like your local newspaper classifieds online. It is extremely popular and there are many ads for various items listed there. Then of course there’s Ebay. This online auction giant is a great place to find discount jewelry, just make sure there is a return policy in the event you find the item is not authentic.”

Unique Engagement Rings | Inexpensive Engagement Rings.