Are floral-shaped engagement rings a vintage design?

Floral engagement rings can incorporate vintage designs such as the traditional halo ring setting which was first popular during the Gregorian era (1714 to c. 1830–37) or the use of the milgrain technique. The milgrain technique uses small beads of metal to create borders on the ring. However, nowadays, it is also common to see… Continue reading Are floral-shaped engagement rings a vintage design?

Floral engagement rings can incorporate vintage designs such as the traditional halo ring setting which was first popular during the Gregorian era (1714 to c. 1830–37) or the use of the milgrain technique. The milgrain technique uses small beads of metal to create borders on the ring. However, nowadays, it is also common to see floral motifs being incorporated into rings through innovative prong settings and the use of different colored and different shaped gemstones, which are more modern design elements. You can ask your jeweler to create a floral engagement ring that is either influenced by modern or vintage design styles of your choice.

By Peter Norman

Peter Norman is one of Los Angeles’ most celebrated wedding jewelers, with his custom-made engagement rings and wedding bands taking center place in thousands of weddings over the last 40 years. Each engagement ring is custom designed, built to order, and can suit any budget: from the simply elegant 1-carat solitaires to the exquisite pieces fit for (and sometimes purchased by) royalty.