--- title: HOW TO CHOOSE AN ENGAGEMENT RING STYLE description: Are you searching for an engagement ring for the love of your life? We’ve put together a style-guide that will help you make your decision. image: https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hubfs/Truly%20Yours/TrulyYours_engagementring_largebanner_mob.jpg --- [![Gerard McCabe](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hubfs/images/logo-white.svg) ![Gerard McCabe](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hubfs/images/logo-mobile-white.svg) ](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/) # HOW TO CHOOSE AN ENGAGEMENT RING STYLE ## HOW TO CHOOSE AN ENGAGEMENT RING STYLE [Design Inspiration](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/jewellery-box/tag/design-inspiration), [Engagement Rings](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/jewellery-box/tag/engagement-rings) Posted by [Gerard McCabe](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/jewellery-box/author/gerard-mccabe) on 23/10/2018 If you’re choosing an engagement ring for the love of your life, we understand that it can feel like a daunting task. Our team love to help partners find the perfect ring and we have been doing so for many years - making us the diamond specialists. Whether it's working out what engagement style fits your personality, or finding out what are the different style engagement rings available, our team are here to help you. To give you a little starting point, we have put together a guide that will give you more information on how to choose an engagement ring style for your partner. --- ##### Find her style When purchasing an engagement ring, it’s important you consider the style of your partner. Do they prefer more elegant, sophisticated designs? Classic styles are timeless, and many women prefer an understated diamond ring. Or maybe they’re a little more outgoing and stylish? Picking an engagement style starts at this first step. But what are the different style of engagement rings? Find out below. ##### Traditional and Classic Rings These classic settings are a popular choice amongst many. The solitaire style is timeless, allowing the centre diamond to stand tall without any distraction. They’re versatile and elegant, with the bride able to add her personality with the choice of wedding band that accompanies it. The classic design is ideal for the woman who doesn’t need to go overboard with accessories, someone who appreciates the more beautiful things in life. If you go for the round brilliant cut, you’ll find the faceting is perfect for women looking for maximum sparkle from her diamond. [![Grid classic feature 3](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Grid%20classic%20feature%203.jpg?width=750&name=Grid%20classic%20feature%203.jpg)](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/engagement-rings/classic-engagement-design/) [Shop Classic Engagement Ring Design | Gerard McCabe](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/engagement-rings/classic-engagement-design/) If you’re looking for something like a solitaire, but a little more ‘wow’ maybe a diamond band is an addition to consider? These are a breathtaking adaption of the solitaire design and only add to the timeless nature of these rings. [![banner_aria_engagement](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/_Web2018/New%20Page%20Banners/banner_aria_engagement.webp?width=750&name=banner_aria_engagement.webp) ](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/?s=aria&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1&product-category=engagement-rings&main-stone=diamond)[Shop Aria Engagement Ring Design | Gerard McCabe](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/?s=aria&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1&product-category=engagement-rings&main-stone=diamond) ##### Stylish and Outgoing If your bride is looking to truly shine, then she’d adore Gerard McCabe’s [Aura Engagement Rings](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/engagement/aura-engagement-ring-oval-cut). This range features a central glistening diamond, surrounded by a halo of gemstones. This setting adds to the sparkle and gives the illusion that the centre stone is larger. You can also add a diamond band to this ring, to further enhance the magnificent design. [![41287-Aura Stack](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/41287-Aura%20Stack.jpeg?width=750&name=41287-Aura%20Stack.jpeg)](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/?s=aura&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1&product-category=engagement-rings) [Shop Aura Engagement Ring Design | Gerard McCabe](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/?s=aura&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1&product-category=engagement-rings) These engagement rings are a perfect style if your bride won’t mind the “wows”. ##### Nature Lover Does your partner truly adore the great outdoors? For an engagement style with the nature lover in mind, our award-winning [Trinity Rose Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/product-tag/trinity-rose/) is the perfect choice for her. Featuring magnificent filigree work and impressive detailing, this ring is a beautiful design for your partner. [![Trinity Rose Solitaire Diamond Ring](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Trinity%20Rose%20Solitaire%20Diamond%20Ring.jpg?width=750&name=Trinity%20Rose%20Solitaire%20Diamond%20Ring.jpg)](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/product-tag/trinity-rose/) [Shop Trinity Rose Engagement Ring Design | Gerard McCabe](https://www.gerardmccabe.com.au/product-tag/trinity-rose/) ##### Timeless If your partner is a vintage lover, then we have the ideal Gerard McCabe engagement ring for her. Inspired by the Edwardian-Era, our Posy Engagement Ring is effortlessly romantic. Its modern interpretation of the cluster ring style has proved popular with vintage-lovers. As the diamond sits low to the finger, this ring is a comfortable everyday wear.   [![Posy box 2](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Posy%20box%202.jpg?width=750&name=Posy%20box%202.jpg)](https://blog.gerardmccabe.com.au/engagement/posy-engagement-ring-0) Posy Classic Engagement Ring  --- Gerard McCabe Jewellers have been creating elegant and timeless engagement rings for decades, so it’s no surprise we’re considered the local diamond experts. If you're looking for help on how to choose an engagement ring style, our team can help you narrow down your search, or help you decide a style based on your partner’s personality. 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