Todd Reed is a somewhat recent success story in the jewelry industry. Todd’s passion for raw diamonds brought to the bridal category an array of uniquely alternative pieces. When we say unique, we really mean it.

Solitaire engagement rings don’t necessarily call for simplistic designs. Montreal based Noam Carver’s bridal collection features beautiful solitaires with crowns shaped like delicate flowers. Retail starts at $1,400 not including the center stone.

If classic engagement ring settings seem to delicate to you, you’re going to love Wendy Brandes alternative engagement rings and wedding bands.

The Mireya bridal jewelry brand gets its name from the Spanish word for “miracle”. Indeed, the in-store Mireya Fit System allows you to try on your exact custom engagement ring (not on a computer screen), on the day of your visit! No risk of disappointment after a long wait, you’ll know right away if you really love it.

There was a lot of sparkle and color on the runways of the latest Bridal Week in New York. If you are planning to get married in 2015, you will be able to pick among a selection of delicate hues reminiscent of gold and platinum shades we often share on this page. A hint of …

For the romantic bride to be, the Gemveto collection brings bright color accents to beautiful eternity bands.

When fashion designer Kimora Lee Simmons and hubby Russell Simmons split after 11 years of marriage, the media world was caught off guard. The couple seemed to be perfectly suited with goofy personalities, along with a crazy wardrobe to match. But after citing irreconcilable differences (and we imagine too much distance with equally busy schedules), Simmons called it quits.

The new Coffin and Trout engagement ring collection features innovative designs with gorgeous hints of colors. We love the ring above, from the Interlace collection, which includes a blue sapphire center stone and diamonds and blue sapphire accents.

Color gemstones are the latest trend in engagement rings. This week we focus on sapphires. Amanda Gizzi from JIC and Natalie Weisiger from Omi Prive are our expert guests on the Engagement 101 Minute. Watch the video and discover gorgeous sapphire engagement rings! Rings by Omi Prive

This engagement season, color gemstones in engagement rings and wedding bands are becoming very popular. Some couples pick a gemstone that carries a special meaning, like a birthstone. Yet not all gemstones are created equal and able to withstand the test of time like diamonds do. In this week’s episode of the Engagement 101 Minute, …