Engagement Rings

Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert are engaged! Hough, the Emmy Award winning dancer, actor and judge of Dancing with the Stars, proposed to So You Think You Can Dance star Erbert at their home this Spring.

On Erbert’s Instagram, @hayley.erbert, the couple discussed all the planning that went into their perfect, cozy home proposal. Derek went out of his way to make every detail perfect for Hayley, and that includes the ring. Reportedly, Derek consulted with the co-owner of Paris Jewellers, Chau Lui, to craft the magnificent, 4.5 carat ring.

It makes sense that a couple with such stunning talent would also choose a stunning ring. This sparkling oval cut diamond shines alone on a platinum band with a hidden halo to give it some extra shine. Hayley’s ring is trendy yet timeless, bold yet simple and the perfect ring to inspire your engagement ring search.

Here are five budget-friendly replicas of Hayley’s gorgeous ring to immediately save to your wedding mood board.

Gianna. Lab Grown 1 1/3ctw. Diamond Oval Hidden Halo Engagement Ring in 14k Yellow & White Gold

Available in yellow and white gold, this ring captures the classic yet eye-catching essence of Hayley Erbert’s ring. One oval diamond sits on top of a hidden halo of small sparkling diamonds on this timeless ring.

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Five-times engaged and thrice wedded, ‘Jenny from the Block’ has another big rock on her ring finger — and it’s gorgeous! Nearly 20 years after their split in 2002, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez recently announced that they’re engaged to be married once again.

On April 8th, J.Lo took to Instagram to show off her jaw-dropping 8.5 carat extremely rare, natural green diamond center stone, set with a white diamond on each side on a platinum band.

This isn’t the first time Lopez has worn a colored diamond engagement ring on her special finger. She sported a 8.5 carat blue diamond engagement ring while with Marc Anthony. Bennifer’s OG engagement ring featured a pink diamond and cost an estimated $2.5 million at the time. Diamond experts say J.Lo’s 2022 uber-rare green diamond engagement ring is estimated to be worth $5-10 million.

Evidently, no expense can be spared when it comes to asking for J.Lo’s hand in marriage. But you don’t have to be a celeb to bling out your ring. This list of Jennifer Lopez-inspired engagement rings and cocktail rings is perfect for the budget-conscious bride-to-be.

Green Quartz & Diamond Wrapped Ring 

Part of the allure of J.Lo’s ring is that the natural green diamond is extremely rare, so channeling a unique vibe makes a lot of sense. This cocktail ring’s fancy-cut green quartz gemstone is wrapped in a swirl split shank design, topped with 11 diamonds.  Learn more >

If you’re researching moissanite gemstones, chances are you’re shopping for an engagement ring and preparing to pop the question. Perhaps you have read that moissanite engagement rings are a cheaper, or tacky alternative to traditional diamond rings.

Moissanite is more flawless than diamonds and is more appealing for buyers who want to save money. Here are a few reasons why we think they’re totally left-hand worthy.

From The Stars

Moissanite was originally founded in meteors. In 1893, Henri Moissan was excavating a crater from a meteor strike in Canyon Diablo, Arizona. At first, he thought the stones were diamonds, but upon closer examination, he discovered they were silicon carbide, a material which was successfully lab-duplicated over 100 years later. Natural moissanite is very rare so today's moissanite is lab-created. 

Daily Wearability

On the Mohs Scale of Hardness, the scale which assesses a gem’s ability to withstand surface scratching, moissanite is a 9.25 so they are suited for everyday wear.

Sparkle & Color

Moissanite radiates a rainbow of colors in its sparkling facets and some consider it more of a disco ball effect. The larger the moissanite gemstone, the more noticeable the color. Some are colorless, and others may cast a yellow or grayish hue in certain lighting.

Versatile Cuts & Jewelry Design

Since the moissanite has many of the same characteristics as a diamond, it can be cut into the same dazzling shapes and set in rings, bracelets, necklaces, and earrings.

Value

Moissanite is less expensive per carat than diamonds.

Now that you have the whole story behind moissanite gemstones, consider these three ultra-sparkling moissanite engagement rings for your one true love.

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Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly sparked a surge of wedding ring replica searches on the web when the couple posted their engagement on Instagram last month. Custom designed by Kelly and London jeweler Stephen Webster, Megan Fox’s engagement ring is a beautiful, pear-shape emerald and diamond toi et moi (you and me) style that’s trending so hot at the moment.

As a couple known for coordinating fashion looks on the red carpet, it’s only fitting that the style is actually two complementary bands of thorns – made in 18 karat white gold sprinkled with colorless pavé diamonds. Rivaling the couple’s magnetic attraction, the two rings nest perfectly together by the use of magnets buried within the gold. Of course, an out-of-this-world  design such as this comes with a price tag to match.

But here are a few options with all the glimmer and shimmer, without breaking the bank.

1. Created Emerald Double Heart Diamond Ring in Sterling Silver

If you love the toi et moi look, but aren’t so into the pear-shape, this design featuring twin heart-shaped created emeralds is a stunning alternative. Plus, the grooved sterling silver band lends the look of a stacked, infinity style ring.

2. Pear Shaped 5/8ctw. Diamond Classic Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold

If pear-shaped diamonds are your idea of pear-fection, look no further than this white gold engagement ring designed with a half carat pear-shaped diamond and 26 round diamond-covered band.

Any linguist will tell you there are five official Romance languages spoken in the world: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Romanian. But anyone in a relationship will tell you there’s a sixth and it’s only “spoken” on February 14th. Valentine’s Day gifting is the unspoken language of relationship status. Chocolates mean “I’m sweet on you”, red roses say “I’m in love with you”, and lingerie says “it’s anything but complicated”. And every left hand’s favorite, the engagement ring declares the all-out devotion. However, there’s one gift that expresses something unique in every relationship.

Promise rings are a custom way to state your devotion, that is specific to your unique connection.

At their core, a promise ring is exactly what it says. It’s a promise from one person to another, but what that promise is can only be defined by you.

We love them because you can wear them on any finger, or even strung on a necklace. Plus, promise rings also don’t come with the same traditional expectations of an elaborate, planned proposal where the proposer gets down on one knee.

A promise ring’s meaning for a girlfriend may be different than her boyfriend’s. They can simply say “we are committed” or could even signify a deeper step in a relationship and mean “let’s get engaged to get engaged”. Here’s how a few promise rings and their possible meanings illustrate how anyone can give or wear a promise ring.

Galentine’s Promise Rings: “I’m So There for You, Always”

Translation: think of a promise ring given between two besties as the iconic friendship bracelet all “glowed up”.

The moon and stars, champagne and bubbles, and X’s and O’s. When it comes to celebrating your one-of-a-kind love, few pairings are as iconic as Valentine’s Day and jewelry. And nothing delights more brilliantly than the gleam of a diamond beaming from a little square box. If you’re reading this article, it's safe to assume you are past the just-getting-to-know-you chocolates and in search of that perfect something for your special someone. Good thing we’ve curated for you the most-loved styles, like ruby earrings, and big-moment pieces, like new engagement rings to give your Valentine.

THINK PINK: Pink Sapphire Jewelry

Whether set in sterling silver, like these luminous cushion-cut pink sapphire earrings or set in rose gold, like our rose gold cros

You just got engaged and once the butterflies wear off, you have a number of fun things to check off your to-do list. Between telling your loved ones the big news, jewelry education, and planning the big day, it can be hard to decide where to start. Our engagement experts at Rogers & Hollands and Ashcroft & Oak are here to help break down some important post-proposal tasks and help you start your journey!

Tell your family and friends with a phone call or a visit, maybe even a party.

An engagement party can be a great way to share the news with everyone. Celebrate with great food and drinks, and of course, show off your new jewels. Be sure to call all of your close loved ones - maybe even hop on a video call to give them the whole story. Make sure that everyone close to you knows about the big news.

Educate yourself on jewelry maintenance, care, and protection.

Engagement and wedding jewelry is an investment. Get familiar with all things jewelry insurance, make sure you have and understand what your protection plan covers, utilize professional cleaning services available at all Rogers & Hollands and Ashcroft & Oak stores, and learn about how to clean and care for your jewelry.

Get your ring

Everyone should feel like royalty on their wedding day and looking to the royal family for ring inspiration is a no-brainer. Their fashion and etiquette are rooted in regal tradition. Colored stones and vintage settings are often seen on the hands of royal women, but elegance and luxury don’t have to come at a royal price. At Rogers & Hollands and Ashcroft & Oak, you can find your royal dream ring and feel like Princess Diana on your wedding day, and every day.

Princess Diana of Wales iconically wore a blinding sapphire engagement ring, but that wasn’t the only blue stone in her collection. Princess Diana famously switched out her engagement ring for an emerald-cut aquamarine ring with white diamonds and set in 24-karat gold in the late 90s. Today, that same aquamarine ring can be seen on the hand of Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex. Here are two of our favorite look-alikes:

Princess Diana’s famous sapphire engagement ring found a new home on the hand of her son’s wife, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge. Colored stones have been a tradition in the royal family for quite some time, dating back to the early 1840s. Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabe

Looking for unique engagement ring ideas? From alternative to vintage, find the most popular engagement rings on Pinterest and choose your favorite.

Pinterest is the best place to get outfit inspo, nail art ideas, and of course, to plan your dream wedding! If you are using the app, chances are you have more than a few boards filled with dreamy ideas and all the things you’d love to have. 

Have some fun exploring and saving all your favorite engagement rings from our Pinterest boards here, or, take a look at our countdown of the top 8 most popular engagement rings on Pinterest in the list below:

#8: Gabriel & Co. 'Lyla' Engagement Ring Setting

We aren’t surprised that this contemporary diamond setting (featuring 30 diamonds) made it on so many of your dream wedding boards. The contemporary design adds an exceptional level of sophistication and elegance.

#7: Lab Grown Diamond Emerald-Cut Engagement Ring & Wedding Band Set

This engagement ring and matching wedding band set features a stunning emerald-cut lab grown center diamond, surrounded by a dozen more round lab grown diamonds - and the matching band adds even more sparkle to that left hand after the big day!

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Purchasing an engagement ring is likely one of the most important purchases you will make. An engagement ring is a symbol of your love and commitment; it’s the promise of a loving and beautiful future for you and your partner. But the process of purchasing an engagement ring shouldn’t be stressful! While it’s definitely an investment, it’s still an incredibly exciting step!

Whether you’re a by-the-books pragmatist or a die-hard romantic, an engagement ring purchase will take you out of your comfort zone.

We’ve put together a list of things to know when buying an engagement ring, so you can make sure you’re informed and ask all of the right questions throughout the process. Keep reading for a list of the top 6 engagement ring questions you should be asking and considering before you pop the question! Check these six practical considerations off your list so that you can concentrate on the emotional (and even fun!) part of your engagement ring purchase.

#1 Your Budget

When it comes to buying an engagement ring, the first and most important question you should ask is, “What is my budget?” There are tons of engagement ring styles out there with varying price tags, so while it can be overwhelming to sit down and determine a budget, there is truly something out there for everyone, at any price range! You may have heard that there’s a certain dollar amount you need to spend on your engagement ring. Commonly, people say that you should spend the equivalent of 3 months salary on an engagement ring. However, there’s really no “right” amount you need to spend on an engagement ring. Determine your budget based on your financial situation. While there are plenty of “rules” for how much you should spend on an engagement ring, it’s important to remember the budge