White gold wedding rings & bands

Generally, a relatively simple chain works well with a diamond pendant, although it does depend on your taste! Some of the most popular choices are the simple cable chain, the slightly broader curb chain, or the thicker Spiga chain, which is made of teardrop or figure-of-8-shaped links.

The length of the chain is also important. A 16 or 17-inch chain will sit high on the neck, which works well for dresses with a high neckline. Alternatively, a longer chain, 22 or 24 inches, will hang below the clavicle which can suit a dress or blouse with a plunging neckline, to fully show the diamond off.

There are many reasons why solitaire engagement rings are popular, and this explains why they make such a great choice. To begin with, these rings look fabulous and have a real sense of style. This is especially true if you place a stunning diamond at the centre or another gemstone of significant size. They also look stunning when paired with wedding bands and their simple design means they do not need lots of maintenance. When you also think that they can be less expensive than other types of engagement rings due to their containing fewer gemstones overall, their appeal is clear.

A halo engagement ring features one large centre stone which has a ring of smaller accent stones around it. While any gemstone can sit at the centre of this type of ring, many people will choose a diamond for maximum impact. A halo engagement ring will also usually include smaller diamonds as the accent stone, usually set in a pave or cushion cut.

Solitaire rings feature one central gemstone set into the band. No other gemstones are found anywhere on the ring and the band itself is normally plain. Known for having an understated sense of romance, these rings have been around for a long time and are usually what people associate with engagements.

Although classic solitaire rings are linked closely to engagements, they are not only used to celebrate this occasion. Solitaire rings can actually be the ideal birthday gift when you want to show someone that you love them or a superb Christmas present for your partner. In addition, they can also be worn by single ladies who like the design of the ring in question. Just be sure not to wear it on your ring finger to avoid confusion!