Recommendation for Ring Styles

[packrat]

I would offer this suggestion http://maevona.com/product/MVA17_ENS I think it's one of my favorite solitaire settings ever. Someone on here has it and it just floors me how stunning it is in pictures. I modeled my semi bezel chrysoberyl ring after it-have had it for 2 years and still adore it. Being me, I like modern with the unexpected, so I'd put an AVR or OEC in it-that would funk it up w/out being crazy.

As an aside, I see Maevona has redone their website so I know what I'll be doing after the gym tonight..

 

[athenaworth]

Would she like a black diamond? My husband's best friend bought a black diamond ring from Etsy for his fiance and she's in love. Not my cup of tea but it's perfect for her.

 

[MsP]

I know this might be a bit boring but what about a plain solitare, then have her pick out some funky wedding stacker bands?

This. When in doubt, go with a classic simple setting. She can change it later or dress it up as Sarabear suggests.

 

[dianabarbara]

I do love James Meyer - much more delicate in real life http://www.jamesmeyerjewelry.com/engage_rings.htm

I was thinking the same, but jim works only with his own stones.

A bezel sounds like a good idea, though. edgy and modern.

 

[marymm]

I *love* the East-West emerald-cut Singlestone ring posted by Woofmama on the 1st page (for some reason PS will not let me re-post it here) - this, or something like this, would be a perfect blend of classic white diamond but with an unexpected twist.

As others have mentioned, "Goth/wearing lots of black" does not automatically equate to favoring ornate jewelry or antique styles; if it is difficult for your friend to get a true fix on his GF's style for an ER (which is not necessarily the same as what is preferred in fashion jewelry), I echo DS's suggestion to go with a temp setting.

 

[maccers]

Oh dear, I think that just because she dresses goth doesn't mean that she'll want a gothic type setting. My friend is goth-nerd (black clothes, dark hair, dark makeup and loves star wars) and she has a Tiffany Legacy e-ring....Just saying, maybe play it safe? Or somehow get more information about her wants for an e-ring.

 

[woofmama]

I wanted to add another of my all time favorite ring designers: http://www.gelinabaci.com/ I love, love, love these rings!
I have been stalking their website for two years. If I get a round diamond I'm 99% sure I'll set it in the TR195.
This counts as edgy in my book

 

[baby monster]

Agree with previous posts that clothing style does not always equal jewelry style. Just look at Avril Lavigne's ERs - both first and second choices are opposite of what I would expect someone who dresses like her would pick as ER.

 

[Dreamer_D]

I would offer this suggestion http://maevona.com/product/MVA17_ENS I think it's one of my favorite solitaire settings ever. Someone on here has it and it just floors me how stunning it is in pictures. .

Charmy, I have seen Maevona in person and they are really really special. Delicate and fluid but with a hit of the unique. I think its a great designer for a woman who is a little edgy. They are $$ thought.

 

[Niel]

I'm inclined to agree with a solitaire because if she was particularly looking for something else she would have probably dropped hints. I will say though she sounds like someone who would appreciate a little bit of a twist. EW set something or kite set something ( shape dependent of course)