"Will You Marry Me" . . . A Marriage Proposal Guide from Brilliance

Happy Thursday. I'm starting today off with something fun . . . a Marriage Proposal Guide from Brilliance. Whether you are planning on getting engaged or are already engaged, you will find the facts on planning a proposal, buying and engagment ring and popping the question with this infographic.

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The History of Engagement Rings from Gemvara

Happy Friday. This infographic on the history of engagement rings from Gemvara is great. It wasn't always diamonds and platinum with engagement rings. Popular choices in history include rubies, claddagh rings and even thimbles. In the graphic below, you will find out why it's custom to wear the ring on your fourth finger, what the 4 C's are in picking a gem and much more.

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Engagement Ring Trends That Make it Hard to Say No This Holiday

article courtesy of Simply Perfect by Melissa

The hottest trends in engagement rings just in time for engagement season

The holidays boast the highest amount of proposals and engagements compared to any other time of the year. With that in mind, wedding expert Melissa Philips, has put together a list of the hottest engagement ring styles this season.

Melissa's Top Trends in Engagement Rings:

1. 1/2 Carat Blue & White Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring $735
2. 4 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold $675
3. 1 1/4 Carat Black Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring with Black Rhodium $595
4. 1/2 Carat Pink and White Diamond 14K White Gold Engagement Ring $795

Colored Stones: People are starting to veer away from traditional diamond rings. Colored jewels and gems like ruby, sapphire and emeralds are very popular this season.

Vintage & Antique: Classic styles like princess and halo cuts are timeless. These will always be in style and are in demand this holiday.

Colored Diamonds: Yellow and pink diamonds are becoming extremely popular. Many celebrities and trendsetters have made these types of rings trendy this holiday.

Platinum: Platinum is making a comeback this season. Many people are choosing platinum over white gold despite the higher maintenance that come with it.

Bling in the Band: For those who need a supporting cast for their colored stones, vintage diamonds and colored diamonds, the option of adding stones to the band has really taken off this season as well.

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