When you're not traditional in the least, there’ll be no traditional diamond ring for you. And what’s less traditional then a single girl getting herself some unique accessories? We’ve spotted the 5 best alternatives to diamond rings (hot on the heels of our Wedding Guide).
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Modern Art
Based on the classic Tiffany setting, these modern rings pokes fun at our “status-obsessed” culture. Also available in laser cut coloured acrylic.
byAMT sterling silver diamond rings, from $130. Available through Ministry of the Interior
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Rough Cut
A herkimer diamond isn’t actually a type of diamond, but rather a type of quartz crystal. They were once passed off as the real thing and you can too.
Erika Weiner herkimer diamond ring, US $100. Available at www.ericaweiner.com.
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Black Beauty
Give sparkling white diamonds a rest and opt for ultra rare, ultra edgy black.
Karen MacRae Black Diamond Eternity Band in 14k white gold, $2500. Available through Made You Look.
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Stack 'em Up
This ring was made to be worn in a group - as if stacking oversized juicy jewels were no big deal at all.
Tarina Tarantino Swarovski crystal stacking ring, US $30. Available at www.tarinatarantino.com
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Cuppa Bling
Quirky and sure to cause stares at the office, sip on this Swarovski crystal adorned mug.
2-Carat ring cup, US $18. Available at www.fredflare.com
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Thought that was sweet?