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Nothing says classical sophistication like a solitaire engagement ring. There’s a reason why this engagement ring style represents around 70% of the engagement ring market and it’s not hard to see why when celebrities like Gisele Bundchen, Victoria Beckham, Jennifer Aniston, and Mila Kunis opt for these timeless treasures.

Platinum is a white metal which is highly sought after for its rarity, long-term durability, non-reactive properties and most importantly, its beauty. A symbol of unsurpassed quality and prestige, platinum’s low reflection rate acts as the perfect canvas for the icy brilliance of diamonds, making it the preferred white metal for engagement and wedding rings.

The modern lady embraces innovative trends and unique design elements to create her own adaptation of a traditional style or design. These unique design elements can include stone orientation, stone shapes, claw shapes and elements from other eras like Edwardian and Art Deco.

Last week, we treated you to a selection of scintillating blue sapphires and now, we present you with their bodacious brethren. Are you ready to think outside of the colour box?

Sapphires are beloved for their rich and dazzling colours and make an ideal gemstones for engagement rings. Our gemstone specialist answer the top five questions people ask about September’s birthstone.

If your significant other is a traditionalist, with a classic dress sense, there are a variety of engagement ring styles you could choose from. The ideal style of ring is bold without being flashy, and simple without being unimaginative.