How Do You Design A Vintage Engagement Ring?
An engagement ring can be the most treasured piece of jewelry in a person’s life (next to the wedding ring, of course). Vintage rings are among the most beautiful and it’s easy to design the one that’s perfect for your future spouse. There are many websites that let you design your own engagement ring by choosing individual features. Before you start, narrow down what era your ring should evoke. In the 1920’s, Art Deco-style jewelry was very popular: it is characterized by intricate, angular patterns and architectural construction. In the 1930’s, the Great Depression influenced a simpler style. The geometric patterns of Art Deco were still used, but the bands were narrower and stones were smaller. Engagement rings simplified even more in 1940’s. Square-shaped stones became more popular, and usually there was only one stone set in a narrow band. The 1950’s saw a return to more elaborate styles with wider bands. In the 1960’s, engagement rings began to vary more in shape and style and of
