Heartiest congratulations for deciding on a happily ever after!
When you’ve found the right person, deciding to finally propose seems like an easy choice. But that is not the case when we speak of deciding on the ‘perfect engagement ring’. The center stone, more than anything, requires an ample amount of thought. But in your interest, we have found the lucky gemstone for you! Yes you heard that right- gemstone, not diamond. In fact, we’re well aware of how overrated Diamonds have become over the course of time. That’s what has driven us to introduce you to women’s new best friend- Moissanite.
Not only is Moissanite more pocket-friendly than conventional diamonds, but is very much in trend to commemorate the big day too. It brings pretty much everything to the table- durability, one-of-a-kind brilliance, and sustainability. But the best part remains that splurging on it doesn’t have to break the bank!
Deciding on letting Moissanite have the honor of working as the lifelong emblem of your love is only the first step towards the perfect engagement ring. That is followed by a series of steps such as finalizing the cut, style, so on and so forth. But we’re here to shed light on one of the most prominent (yet often overlooked) steps- picking the right ring setting.
A Moissanite Engagement Ring Setting brings too much to a table to avoid. You can call it the result of its effortless ability to emphasize (or even enhance) the aesthetics of your ring or the protection it lends to your beloved center stone so that it can be adored for a lifetime. Setting just demands attention. Right from a classic and understated look to a bolder/playful or vintage one, something as simple as a setting can really lend/secure it all and more.
In fact, that’s pretty much the whole reason why modern brides have become quite picky with it. On that note, we’d like to present an edition of settings that have earned the reputation of being an effortless game-changer for Moissanite Engagement Ring. Come, catch a look:
What exactly is a Setting for Engagement Ring?
Though the term may sound a little uninteresting, but a ring’s setting is the pillar behind your rock. Simply put, it works as the shield of the stone, that secures it to the metal of the ring. But you’d be surprised to know that it serves the twin purposes of supporting the stone as well as elevating its appearance (thus making the ring look more put together), no matter what style it is.
Most sought-after Moissanite Engagement Ring Settings
Whether you’re certain of the kind of setting that resonates with your style, or the perfectionist bride in you wants to be assured that you’re getting everything with it (security, aesthetics, etc), here’s your insight to the most popular Moissanite Engagement Ring Setting options for 2024:
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Round Prong Setting
Whatever setting you choose, can’t compromise on staying classic on the big day? You don’t have to, with Prong Setting by your side.
Definition: A Prong Setting, just like the name suggests, secures Moissanite of any shape, with typically four or six round metal prongs grasping it from the corners. The prongs may look like little beads to you. In a rare case, you might even find two or even eight prongs securing the stone.
Like any other setting, the purpose of Prong Setting is to secure the center stone at its place but by putting more emphasis on letting it stand out at its finest. And it is the best in business for that. That’s because it doesn’t let the beauty of Moissanite hide behind the setting with the little space that it covers, but allows more light to pass through it. So, you’d be mesmerized to see how well Moissanite sparkles when secured by a Prong Setting.
Additional perk: With its small yet incredibly useful Prongs, it protects Moissanite from chipping.
Thus, it won’t be wrong to say that Prong Setting is one of the most versatile yet classic settings out there, for the traditional as well as the modern bride. It’s the go-to Moissanite engagement ring setting for princess cut as well as round/oval cuts.
Prong Set Round Moissanite Engagement Ring
The traditional bride is sure to fall head over heels for this Moissanite Solitaire Engagement Ring that stands tall thanks to the 4 Prongs on the corners. Without compromising with the timeless feel of the round cut moissanite (it emphasizes it, if you ask us), the Prong Setting helps the ring exude sparkles and sheer class.
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Claw Setting
Brides-to-be, when your primary focus is on letting your Moissanite steal the show (like whose isn’t), Claw is the setting to go for.
Definition: In Claw Setting, Moissanite is held by petite (yet pointy) claws, that drape the corners to let the center stone do all the talking. We won’t be surprised if you call it a close cousin of Prong, or even get confused between the two. Some, arguably, consider them to be one.
Since claws are more pointy, if you look closely, you will find a tad bit difference between the two. But in your interest, Claw Setting brings all the good things, that a prong does, to the table. It covers just as much space so that Moissanite sparkles as beautifully as it can, as a result of more light finding the way to reach it.
Additional Perk: Since an engagement ring is an aesthetic affair, brides-to-be who can’t ditch the classics but also wish for just a little hint of drama, Claws (thanks to their bold and pointy ends) lend you just that.
A power-pack of pretty much everything-classic, dramatic, and flexible, is what we’ll call Claw Setting.
Claw Set Oval Moissanite Engagement Ring
Haven’t we already crowned claw setting and oval Moissanites as the ultimate power duo? A glance at this Engagement Ring featuring Oval Moissanites held with small metal claws that lend it quite a dramatic touch is enough to turn heads. The side-stone of Moissanites emphasize the entire look without much effort.
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Illusion Setting
All the explanation lies in the name, and there is no denying that you’d have started guessing by now. But the perks that Illusion Setting offers goes beyond any guesswork. Check out:
Definition: Standing true to its name, an Illusion Setting is fashioned such that it gives you an illusion of a bigger center stone. Doing so requires professional artistry since it involves enveloping the main stone with a ring of metal (typically patterned) or decorated with group of Moissanites, so that it looks like one large stone.
Hide and emphasize is what Illusion Setting is all about. On one hand, it hides the small size of center stone, while on the other, it very effortlessly emphasizes the ornamented metal/ moissanite studded body of metal.
Additional Perk: Smaller Moissanites save you a lot of money, when compared to large ones and still give you the feel and aesthetics of a bigger center stone in this setting. Feel free to rely on it for more bling in less bucks.
Illusion Set Moissanite Criss Cross Ring
Brides that fancy all things unique and unconventional would sure fall for this Engagement Ring. It is ornamented with a series of Round Cut Moissanites, looking like one Pear Shape center stone with the illusion setting doing the magic of accentuating its size with moissanite studded girdle around. With the criss cross shank on top, you’d find yourself swooning over this statement-making piece.
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Bezel Setting
Don’t let that first glance confuse you. It might look like a slightly new setting (since it is not as common as prong/claw), but its history dates back to centuries ago. But Bezel is steadily finding its way back to the brides- who like it vintage, modern and well guarded.
Definition: Bezel Setting features a girdle of metal band encasing the center stone to lend it a protective layer that tightly secures it in its place.
If an old-school emblem is what speaks to you, a Bezel Setting lends just the right amount of vintage aesthetics (since it is an age old-setting that was often carved in antique jewelry pieces). An extra layer of metal is always a big yes for the brides who like to showcase their metal along with the center moissanite.
What sets this setting apart is the added layer of protection (thanks to the metal) that it lends to the center stone against all kinds of wear and tear.
Additional Perk: Unlike illusion setting, the name of bezel doesn’t give that away but it also helps the center moissanite look bigger than it actually is thanks to the encircling metal (especially white gold).
Bezel Set Moissanite Halo Ring
Who says more metal cannot mean more mesmerizing? Our Bezel Set Moissanite Ring would convince you that it can! Be it the round cut moissanite in the center or the halo of moissanites around, Bezel Setting just adds more texture, extravagance and fuller look to both. All in all, it helps this engagement ring look more complete in true sense and lends it a vintage feel.
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Basket Setting
Wish for something as classic as Prong but want to guard your precious Moissanite better? Basket Setting may have a lot in-store for you.
Definition: Think Prongs, but with a basket below. The basket of horizontal metal bands fastened to the prongs (that are visible from above), lends the center Moissanite more security, without messing with the aesthetics.
Similar to the traditional Prong Setting, it lets the center stone stand out, and look surreal while at it. But when you look underneath, the basket stands tall to protect it from any potential scratching, chipping, or wear and tear.
Additional Perk: Classic brides would love the fact that a Basket Setting typically features smaller prongs. Such that it lets the center stone capture as much attention as it can.
Basket Set Minimal Moissanite Ring
Call it the power of reliability that this basket setting lends you or the classic appeal of Prongs that speaks to you, this Moissanite Engagement Ring is an emblem worth splurging on. While the timelessness of Round Cut Moissanite is secured by a basket underneath, round moissanites on the sides add more character to this minimalist ring.
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Pave Setting
Sparkle lovers assemble! And don’t leave any soon, because you’re going to lay your eyes upon a setting that is all about sparkles (something modern brides have lately been loving)
Definition: This extraordinary Setting leaves the center stone untouched but spills its magic on the sides. The Solitaire Moissanite is accompanied by its side-stones all/half the way around.
Bold Brides who like everything in extras-sparkles, stones, and glamour-have their eye on this setting. The best part remains that it doesn’t steal the attention from the center moissanite but instead, emphasizes it with smaller yet sparkly side Moissanites.
Additional Perk: The metal work is as minimal as it could be, so all the focus is kept aside for the center stone.
French Pave Set Pear Cut Moissanite Ring
It’s always good for the bride to sparkle more, and our Pave Set Moissanite Ring carries that spirit quite well. You can rely on the Pear Cut Moissanite to lend it an unconventional yet fancy feel, while French Pave Set side-stones of Moissanite emphasize more on it, sparkling all the way. A perfect fit for the bling-loving modern bride!
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Cluster Setting
Since we’re discussing sparkles, we couldn’t help but introduce you to this incredibly popular- Cluster engagement ring setting style, that is extra sparkly, bold, and extraordinary.
Definition: Hailed as one of the most unique engagement ring settings out there, Cluster Setting is when a number of small Moissanites are grouped together solely or around a center Moissanite. With such effortlessness that when looked from a distance, they might even look like one.
What the modern bride is probably loving about this setting is that it goes the unconventional way to offer your ring more character, sparkles and well, versatility. And mind you, Versatility would sure take you by surprise since the clusters can go about taking shape of any and everything, right from a quirky geometric one to a fancy floral.
So clearly, you have pretty much room to see what (apart from the sparkles) appeals to the bride in you the most.
Additional Perk: It’s always a big yes to a setting that lends you the illusion of a bigger center stone (thanks to the multiple stone cluster) for lesser bucks since small Moissanites always fetch a lower price tag than a large one.
Moissanite Cluster Cocktail Engagement Ring
Cluster + cocktail= a statement stating engagement ring that is everything but ordinary! Featuring a cluster of round cut moissanites nestled like one, this cocktail engagement ring would keep the bold bride of today hooked. More is really more sometimes and you’d find it hard to disagree when you wear this betrothal ring as an eternal emblem of your love!
In a nutshell
You may not notice it as much, but setting holds its fair share of importance when speaking of engagement rings. Of course you wouldn’t want to settle with anything- be it aesthetics or durability. That’s exactly why it is important to do your own research, and invest in a setting that fits your priorities well. See if it goes with the style of the ring you’ve been crushing on, or the shape you have decided upon.
To help ease the task, we have presented before you- an edition of different Moissanite ring settings that play their part in lending your token of love aesthetic appeal and security. We’re certain that with the kind of information we have given away, you’d go a lot more educated or even decisive of what you want. Thank you for sticking right till the end, we’d be back with more fun and informative blogs.
