Style Guide: Blue Sapphire Wedding Rings

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What do Penelope Cruz, Elizabeth Hurley, and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge have in common? Well, apart from being famous and beautiful, all three have eschewed traditional diamonds and opted for another sort of ring: a sapphire wedding ring. These rings are alluring, original, and could even count as a bride’s “something blue” on her wedding day.

Gemstone wedding rings aren’t completely unheard of. In fact, choosing gemstones can be a popular choice for couples on a budget, as most precious gems are less expensive than diamonds. The trend is popular among celebrities too. Singer Jessica Simpson wears a ruby wedding ring in honor of her July birthday, and even first lady and style icon Jackie Kennedy wore a wedding ring that prominently displayed emerald gems alongside a diamond.

Sapphires Stand Out Among the Rest

Sapphires, however, are a gemstone that stands out from the rest - which makes them a perfect choice for your wedding ring. The vibrant color is gorgeous enough on its own, or it can enhance the overall look of your diamond ring as an accent stone. So how should you style your blue sapphire wedding ring? Here are a few ideas that might spark some inspiration:

A Band of Blue Sapphires

The deep blue color of a sapphire gemstone can really enhance the overall beauty of your diamond engagement ring. Wrapping some stunning sapphires around the band can be a beautiful way to not only accentuate a diamond but also to add a little pop of color. Add round blue sapphires to the band of a diamond and you’ll have a dazzling and unique ring that really stands out in a crowd!

Blue Sapphires that Inspire

It's a band of sapphires, but with a twist? Take your engagement ring to the next level with a modern twist. This sapphire wedding ring enhances the standard round cut diamond with two trios of blue sapphires! Prong set so they appear to swirl in a wave, these sapphires add a feeling of movement to the ring. It’s an alluring look - perfect for a bride that feels connected to the ocean.

Sapphire & Diamond Combination

These days, your wedding ring can be as original as you are. You can wear gemstones in place of diamonds or wear them together. You can wear a big, traffic-stopping stone or you can opt for something smaller - like a glittering sapphire eternity band. This band features a pattern of alternating diamonds and sapphires, pave set along the top of the ring. Between the radiant fire of the round cut diamonds and the silky sheen of the blue sapphire gems, you’ll have a ring that will make heads turn whenever you walk into a room.

Sapphires As An Accent Stone

Using sapphires as accent stones around a dazzling center diamond can help compliment simple, yet chic styles. Bookend a princess or cushion cut diamond with a pair of pear-shaped sapphires, or try sapphire baguettes for a more elegant look. When actress Olivia Wilde got engaged to actor Jason Sudeikis, he presented her with a round diamond surrounded by a halo of emeralds. Sapphire-loving brides can mimic this look by substituting the gemstones! This look is ideal for the bride that wants a timeless piece that is still fun and flirty.

Sapphires & Gemstones as the Star

As it turns out, diamonds aren’t always a girl’s best friend. If your bride is the kind of woman who’d rather dress in bright, cheery colors than white, you may want to avoid diamonds completely! Instead try pairing a blue sapphire wedding ring with a vintage gemstone design.

This ring, for example, shows off three colors of gemstones plus a blue sapphire in the center. Opulent swirling details along the band, with a few small diamonds for added sparkle and allure, make this wedding ring a unique and elegant design that is sure to be the center of attention.

Blue Sapphires the Perfect Choice

The fact is that a blue sapphire wedding ring can be a perfect choice in any number of styles and designs. As you search for the perfect ring, don’t be afraid to get creative and try out different settings types and gemstones. Who knows? You just might stumble upon something that is both unique and fashion forward.

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