Small Things Like These: A necessary reminder of Ireland’s shameful past 
Small Things Like These: A necessary reminder of Ireland’s shameful past 

Sarah Finnan

House Tour: A former artist’s studio turned into a Clontarf home
House Tour: A former artist’s studio turned into a Clontarf home

Megan Burns

If I knew then what I know now: Busting business myths with Debbie Byrne, MD of An Post
If I knew then what I know now: Busting business myths with Debbie Byrne, MD...

Leonie Corcoran

An interior designer shares tips on choosing and using rugs
An interior designer shares tips on choosing and using rugs

Megan Burns

WIN a self-care package for you and a friend, worth €200
WIN a self-care package for you and a friend, worth €200

IMAGE

An expert’s guide to treasure hunting for second hand home furniture
An expert’s guide to treasure hunting for second hand home furniture

IMAGE Interiors & Living

5 signs your relationship has run its course, according to a therapist
5 signs your relationship has run its course, according to a therapist

IMAGE

This Castleknock home has been given a warm, laid back update that works for the whole family
This Castleknock home has been given a warm, laid back update that works for the...

Megan Burns

This Kerry cottage has been brought back to life, and given a jaw-dropping new addition
This Kerry cottage has been brought back to life, and given a jaw-dropping new addition

Lizzie Gore-Grimes

Interior designer Geri O’Toole’s Limerick cottage incorporated old outbuildings for a gorgeous combination of old and new
Interior designer Geri O’Toole’s Limerick cottage incorporated old outbuildings for a gorgeous combination of old...

Megan Burns

Image / Style / Weddings

10 unique engagement rings for those who want something different


By Jennifer McShane
05th Dec 2020
10 unique engagement rings for those who want something different

Did you get engaged this year?


When it comes to engagement rings, not everyone goes the strictly traditional route. One of my best friends recently got engaged and she chose her ring for sentiment and because it was a ring perfectly suited to her personality – it was simple and beautiful and didn’t cost the earth (which always helps!). The most eye-catching rings won’t either. Because the fact that it’s expensive (or not) shouldn’t be a deal-breaker when making your choice.

It always comes down to personal taste and preference, but while you’re deciding, why not consider a coloured stone, something in rose gold, or a ring that’s been handmade?

We’ve picked out 10 alternative engagement gems for the bride who wants something different in the ring department.

Art Deco Diamond Eternity Ring, Antique Jewellery Company, €2,494

Raw Diamond Ring, Twig Engagement Ring, Etsy, €1,032

 

Ileana Makri 18-karat Rose Gold Diamond Eternity Ring, Net-A-Porter, €1,325

Solid Gold Crown of Love Classic Diamond, Chupi, €1,689

Vintage engagement ring, Etsy, €832

Sapphire diamond cluster, cobwebs.ie, €2,900

Handmade Lemon Quartz ring, SlowackJewelry, €1,027

Fancy Yellow Diamond Side Stone Ring, bespokediamonds.ie,€1,995

Loulerie Mixed Diamond Ring, €1,999

Solid Gold Queen of Hearts ring, Chupi, €3,879

Vintage Inspired Moonstone Ring, ShiriAvda, €421


Main photograph: @theantiquesroomgalway