All About Designing Your Lab Grown Hidden Halo Engagement Ring

You have so many options when it comes to different engagement ring designs. A newer trend is a hidden halo that provides some extra glitter and glamor when you view the ring from the side. It's a ring of additional diamonds that sits underneath the center stone. Another newer trend is the popularity of lab diamonds - they're affordable and come with some additional benefits. We'll cover all you need to know about hidden halos, lab diamonds, and crafting your own stunning lab grown diamond hidden halo engagement ring.

Understanding Lab Grown Diamonds

Before we get to design your ring, let's explore lab grown diamonds. The popularity of lab diamonds has skyrocketed in recent years. More men and women appreciate lab diamonds because they're ethically sourced, environmentally friendly, and save you some money, too. Lab diamonds don't disrupt ecosystems or the Earth through mining. Being able to know where your diamond came from and knowing that your diamond isn't a conflict diamond offers some peace of mind.

Lab diamonds look the same as natural diamonds physically, chemically, and optically. The only difference is that lab diamonds are made in a controlled environment and natural diamonds are created within the Earth. The lab recreates the extreme heat and pressure on Earth, transforming carbon into diamonds.

Like natural diamonds, labs created diamonds are graded using the 4Cs - color, cut, clarity, and carat weight. Hidden halo rings add some extra diamonds without distracting from the center stone. You can pick the center stone that fits your quality standards and your budget. Choosing a lab diamond can also allow you to get a bigger, better-quality diamond.

Designing Your Hidden Halo Engagement Ring

Now that you know more about lab diamonds, let's design your hidden halo engagement ring. Within the hidden halo category, you have plenty of options. You'll see designs with a classic look and some more modern ones. A newer trend is incorporating blue sapphires into your setting for a splash of color and "something blue" into your ring. You'll even see some blue sapphires in hidden halos - a secret surprise you can admire on your ring.

Your jewelry should represent you, and you can easily customize your hidden halo engagement ring to fit your personal style and preferences. Once you find a setting you like, you can select the metal you prefer and the center stone that fits your budget and the quality standards you want. With Clarity makes it easy to craft your custom ring into easy steps.

Choosing the Perfect Setting

While browsing different settings, you may notice some terms you might not know. Diamonds are set within the stone in different ways, impacting the ring's overall look and the stone's security. Prong settings are the most common type, and this means that small metal arms hold the stone in place. You'll see different numbers of prongs depending on the stone's size and the ring's look. Four and six are common. A Bezel set means that a metal border holds the stone in place. This is secure for the stone but gives the ring a different look. Pavé setting refers to the tiny diamonds that are set along the band in a hidden halo engagement ring. Each diamond is set individually to give the ring some extra sparkle but keeps the focus on the center stone.

Selecting the Right Lab Grown Diamonds

We touched on this earlier, but you'll have thousands of lab diamonds to browse for your center stone. It's helpful to have a general budget as you start shopping to help streamline your design process. Think about the quality factors that matter most to you. Carat weight refers to the overall size of the diamond; color is the diamond's hue. Some prefer a cooler color diamond (colorless), while others prefer a warmer diamond (slight tint with a lower color grade). The choice depends on your budget, the metal choice of the setting, and your preferences. Clarity refers to the inclusions within the stone - lower quality clarity will have more noticeable inclusions. Cut refers to the diamond's shape and how good the cut is because the facets impact the diamond's sparkle. You'll need to find a balance between your quality preferences and your budget. You'll have tons of options!

Finishing Touches and Maintenance

You've crafted your dream ring once you select the setting, pick the metal, and find the perfect center stone. You can make the ring even more personal by engraving the inside of the band. Some choose a date, quote, saying, or song lyric to level up their hidden halo engagement ring.

You've put time and money into creating the perfect ring and want to ensure it stays beautiful and strong for years. Take care of your ring by caring for it - clean it periodically at home, and avoid wearing your diamond ring when you're cleaning, exercising, or working with your hands. Take your ring to a jeweler for regular checks of the setting and stones.

Conclusion

Hidden halo engagement rings are a newer trend that gives you a hidden detail when you admire your ring from the side. It's an extra-special touch that provides some extra sparkle and a chance to add a pop of color if you'd like. You'll find hidden halos in all sorts of styles, from traditional to modern and everything in between. Another popular trend in engagement rings is lab diamonds. They save you money and provide a sustainable, ethically sourced option. You can easily craft the hidden halo engagement ring of your dreams by picking a setting, choosing the metal, finding the perfect center stone, and adding any additional details to make your ring your own.