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Engagement Rings: Celebrity-inspired Trends
Trend #2: One-of-a-Kind Settings

Take a cue from celebrities for new ways to set a diamond -- Christina Aguilera‘s stone is bezel set and flanked with eight, channel-set diamonds with hand-scrolled lattice work under the center stone.
Trend #3: Baguettes are Back

When your engagement ring pays homage to the mantra "the bigger, the better," you need some stone support. Rectangular, baguette diamonds on each side of the center stone are an elegant accent to a larger diamond, like those on Nicollette Sheridan‘s stunning engagement ring from Michael Bolton.
Trend #4: Edwardian-style Settings

Another recent celebrity favorite are Edwardian-style engagement rings that feature elaborate lace-like metal detail on the sides of the stone. Katie Holmes wears this nostalgic ring style (which gained popularity in the early 1900s). Sandra Bullock also has an Edwardian platinum ring, proving that what‘s old is definitely new.
Trend #5: Heirloom Rings

Heirloom rings can sometimes be the most romantic choice of all. Take a page from Alicia Silverstone, who wed Chris Jarecki wearing a ring crafted from his great-great-grandmother‘s ring. Passing down a time-honored piece of jewelry adds another layer of sentimentality that can‘t be bought in a store.
Trend #6: Colored Stones

The latest celebrity to don color is Heidi Klum, who wears a cushion-cut, fancy yellow diamond that‘s about 10 carats in size. If your boyfriend doesn‘t have a bank account the size of Seal‘s, don‘t fret -- there are less expensive ways to wear color like yellow, pink, and blue sapphires. If you‘re looking for something truly unique, try a smoky quartz stone for a rich and stunning shade of brown.

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Engagement Rings: Celebrity-inspired Trends

From vintage-inspired looks to over-the-top bling, here are the latest engagement ring trends inspired by celebrity style.
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Trend #1: Handwritten Engraved Messages
 
Tony Parker gets bonus points for personalization: Eva Longoria's 5-carat, emerald-cut, 248-diamond ring has a message engraved on the inside of the white gold band in Tony's own handwriting. Engraving a nickname, the engagement date, or even a simple "I Love You" in your writing is a thoughtful touch that -- even though it's not always visible -- will never be forgotten.
 
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