<![CDATA[Engagement Rings]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Tue, 30 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Ring shopping: Pick your own ring, or let him surprise you?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987867/ring-shopping-pick-your-own-ring-or-let-him-surprise-you You've been buying wedding magazines since before you were engaged, swooning over the diamond rings in every issue. When it came to your own ring, did you let your lover surprise you, or did you tell him exactly what you wanted? Our readers share their stories! http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987867/ring-shopping-pick-your-own-ring-or-let-him-surprise-you Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Zlata Faerman Fri, 19 Apr 2013 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Beauty Beat: Tips for picking the perfect engagement ring]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/991377/tips-for-picking-the-perfect-engagement-ring We’re chatting with celebrity jeweler Simon G. about everything you need to know to pick the perfect wedding ring. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/991377/tips-for-picking-the-perfect-engagement-ring Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Fashion Accessories Whitney English Fri, 19 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Engagement ring shopping tips for him (and her)]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987173/5-engagement-ring-shopping-tips You and your love have discussed marriage, and wedding bells are in your near future. How do you make sure your man knows what you want without compromising the romance and surprise of it all? You hint, and you hint hard. Just know what you want before hinting. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987173/5-engagement-ring-shopping-tips Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Jeremy Piccirillo Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[6 Eco-friendly diamonds]]> http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986613/best-eco-friendly-diamonds It’s been said diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but these sparkly rocks are also Mother Earth’s best friend if you get them with the stamp of approval for conflict-free diamonds and ethical jewelry practices. So if your boyfriend is planning to go down on one knee soon, these rings will give you both a reason to smile. Here are some of our favorite conflict-free and eco-friendly diamond ring sites. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986613/best-eco-friendly-diamonds Shopping Shopping for Beauty & Fashion Kirstina Bolton Mon, 01 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Unique engagement rings without diamonds]]> http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986605/best-non-diamond-engagement-rings Live life in color and revel in these exquisite rings that don’t fall into the white diamond category. Whether for a bride-to-be or a best friend band, these rings will have you dazzling in style. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986605/best-non-diamond-engagement-rings Shopping Shopping for Beauty & Fashion Kirstina Bolton Sun, 31 Mar 2013 05:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[What your engagement ring says about you ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987763/what-your-engagement-ring-says-about-you Just like your wedding, we believe your engagement ring should be a true reflection of you. That’s why we called in six seriously qualified experts to make sure you meet your perfect match. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/987763/what-your-engagement-ring-says-about-you Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Elizabeth Mitchell Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Survey says: 63 Percent of women would reject a jumbotron proposal]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/984347/63-percent-of-women-would-reject-a-jumbotron-proposal Getting engaged is one of the most joyous occasions anyone can experience, especially during this time of year. However, in a recent survey by David’s Bridal, women confess that their beaus didn’t meet their expectations when it came to diamond size and proposals. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/984347/63-percent-of-women-would-reject-a-jumbotron-proposal Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Melinda Bokel Fri, 11 Jan 2013 05:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Monique Lhuillier talks engagement rings and her new collection with Blue Nile]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/981031/monique-lhuillier-blue-nile-ring-collection Everyone's favorite wedding gown designer is showing off her exquisite taste in a new collection of engagement and wedding rings with Blue Nile. We recently caught up with the master of wedding couture and picked her brain on the collection, her top tips for choosing the perfect ring and the key to finding the perfect wedding dress. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/981031/monique-lhuillier-blue-nile-ring-collection Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Chrissy Callahan Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Essential tips for engagement ring shopping]]> http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/957811/essential-tips-for-engagement-ring-shopping If you and your boyfriend are tying the knot or toying with the idea of going "ring shopping" together, then make sure to check out these helpful tips on what you need to know before you go. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/957811/essential-tips-for-engagement-ring-shopping Shopping Shopping for Beauty & Fashion Brianna Martinez Thu, 23 Jun 2011 22:38:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Ditching diamonds: Engagement ring options]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/804498/diamonds-not-this-girl-s-best-friend Think your engagement ring options are limited to diamonds? Think again. It's your finger, and you can decorate it with diamonds or pearls for all we care. In fact, diamonds did not become popular as engagement rings until the 1940s. They may not be the long-lived tradition that many assume the shiny stone is. Let's explore some other equally-sparkly options for your engagement ring. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/804498/diamonds-not-this-girl-s-best-friend Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Caroline Goddard Tue, 31 May 2011 13:25:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Johnny Depp's longtime girlfriend Vanessa Paradis spotted with engagement ring]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/832431/johnny-depps-longtime-girlfriend-vanessa-paradis-spotted-wearing-an-engagement-ring Vanessa Paradis is wearing a diamond ring that <em>Vogue UK</em> says is an engagement ring. So, are Paradis and longtime boyfriend Johnny Depp finally going to tie the knot? http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/832431/johnny-depps-longtime-girlfriend-vanessa-paradis-spotted-wearing-an-engagement-ring Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Hookups, Breakups & Babies Susannah Breslin Thu, 26 May 2011 08:33:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Photos: See Kim Kardashian's huge engagement ring!]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/832113/photos-see-kim-kardashians-huge-engagement-ring Kim Kardashian flashed her 20 carat engagement ring as she went through security at the Los Angeles airport. Do you think that dazzler set off the alarms? http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/832113/photos-see-kim-kardashians-huge-engagement-ring Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Hookups, Breakups & Babies Kim Grundy Wed, 25 May 2011 15:22:00 -0700 <![CDATA[It cost how much? Outrageously expensive celeb engagement rings]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/832027/it-cost-how-much-outrageously-expensive-celeb-engagement-rings Kim Kardashian received a huge engagement ring from her new fiance, Kris Humphries. How does it compare to other celebrity engagement rings? http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/832027/it-cost-how-much-outrageously-expensive-celeb-engagement-rings Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Meagan Morris Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:38:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Kate Hudson’s ring was expensive to say the least!]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/829569/dayum-kate-hudsons-ring-was-expensive Kate Hudson’s engagement ring is insanely huge and cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Yep, as much as your average home would cost. Being famous and in love with a rock star really does have its perks. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/829569/dayum-kate-hudsons-ring-was-expensive Entertainment Celebrity Gossip Kat Robinson Thu, 16 Dec 2010 07:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Engagement ring trends for 2011]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/821355/engagement-ring-trends-for-2011 A diamond solitaire on a platinum band is still the favorite choice among engagement rings. However if you are looking for something different, you can get plenty of ideas from the latest engagement ring trends. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/821355/engagement-ring-trends-for-2011 Love & Sex Weddings Engagements Kori Ellis Fri, 19 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[4 Celebrity engagement ring trends]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820510/Celebrity-engagement-ring-trends Many trends start with celebrities and one piece of jewelry that celebs like to influence is the engagement ring. See what celebrity engagement ring trend you like the best. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820510/Celebrity-engagement-ring-trends Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Brooke Andersen Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:11:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Eco-friendly engagement ring options]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/813937/eco-friendly-engagement-ring-options-1 At OneWed.com we're definitely seeing a movement away from diamond engagement rings. Many couples still want that perfect rock, but there are a number of reasons why others may want to look beyond the traditional diamond engagement ring. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/813937/eco-friendly-engagement-ring-options-1 Love & Sex Weddings Engagements OneWed.com Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:18:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Is it better to buy an engagement ring online or in-store?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/813304/is-it-better-to-buy-an-engagement-ring-online-or-in-store It's no secret that e-commerce is the wave of the future. Through a simple click of the mouse, millions of shoppers are saving a fortune by purchasing what they need online. The question is… is it better to buy a diamond engagement ring online, or stick to the traditional method of in-store shopping? http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/813304/is-it-better-to-buy-an-engagement-ring-online-or-in-store Love & Sex Marriage & Relationships SheKnows Love & Sex Experts Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:29:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Choosing your wedding ring]]> http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/812131/choosing-your-wedding-ring Your wedding ring is more than a piece of jewelry; it's also a symbol of your commitment to each other. Today, most men and women choose to wear wedding bands. While a lot of attention is given to shopping for engagement rings, wedding rings often get left behind. http://www.sheknows.com/love-and-sex/articles/812131/choosing-your-wedding-ring Love & Sex Weddings Wedding Fashions & Style OneWed.com