Nothing is more timeless than a BIG diamond engagement ring
You know what never goes out of style? Diamonds, particularly the BIG ones đ. But in all seriousness, engagement rings are investments (both financial and sentimental) so itâs important to consider the design when youâre making your choice, and nothing is more timeless than a classic diamond ring with a large center stone. For fun, we decided to check out one of our favorite fine jewelers, With Clarity and we filtered our search results by carat. You may want to grab your sunglasses to prepare for some serious blingâkeep scrolling to see what 7-8 carat center stone diamond engagement rings look like!
Variety of Designs
solitaire
Now, when you think of a classic style engagement ring with a big center stone, you probably think of a solitaire. And yes, the solitaire is a brilliant and timeless design, but there are other ways to sport these statement gems.
halo designs
Want to make a big diamond look even bigger? Add a halo. If a traditional halo is too much for you, consider a ring with a hidden halo that doesnât add to the diameter of the center stone but does amplify the sparkle.
three-stone rings
What goes with diamonds? More diamonds! Framing a substantial center stone with two slightly smaller stones is a great way to balance the design. Itâs also a sentimental choice because a three-stone ring serves to represent the past, present, and future.
vintage-inspired
Big diamonds have been (and always will be) in style forever, so there are a ton of vintage references that With Clarity looks to when designing their rings. They combine the intricate details of a time gone by with modern advancements, and the result is exquisite.
Quantity Meets Quality
When youâre investing in a true piece of fine jewelry like one of these babies, you want to know that itâs made to last. The last thing you want is to hear that 8-carat stone bouncing down the stairs on a train platform or going down the drain while youâre showering. With Clarity gets it. Thatâs why all of their rings are crafted in New York by a team of expert artisans. Their meticulous attention to detail in setting and finishing is obvious when you see these rings in person and get to feel the quality for yourself. In addition to using top-notch (ethically sourced) natural and lab grown diamonds, they also use only the best materials, like platinum and gold, for their settings. Thatâs just another reason why we â¤ď¸ With Clarity!
Iconic Examples
elegance two row baguette studded engagement ring
We love this twist on the classic rectangular solitaire. The radiant-cut center stone sparkles in full force as the two delicate rows of baguette diamonds complement it on both sides.
elegance split shank center pave engagement ring
One wordâWOW! Thatâs all we can think of when we look at this stunner. The size of the GIANT pear-shaped diamond is accentuated by a fine pave center band and TWO supporting bands that cradle the stone at the top and bottom. Our jaws are on the floor!
elegance trillion diamond three stone engagement ring
If radiant-cut and emerald-cut had a baby, itâs the asscher-cut and weâre in love! It has all the sparkle you love from a radiant-cut diamond and all of the beautiful clean lines of an emerald-cut. Truly a work of art and only looks better the bigger the diamond is. We also love that With Clarity chose to really showcase the center of the three stones by opting for a different (trillion-cut) shape.
radiant cathedral twist ring
From afar, all you see is this stunning round-cut radiant diamond sparkling and a blur of what appears to be magic wrapping around the finger. Upon closer inspection, youâll see two vines one of solid gold and the other composed of pave diamonds, each culminating in a smaller version of the round center stone. This ring is giving major princess vibes.
extravagant twisted trio ring
Similar to the ring above this round-cut diamond ring features two twisting vines but these are slightly more pronounced. You can even see the vine detail and complementary round side stones from afar. This ring also has the option to swap the center stone for an oval-cut diamondâa swap we can definitely get behind.
stately pave side stone ring
Available in round, emerald, and oval-cut center-stone options, this gorgeous ring is the most timeless of the rings, in our opinion. And we need to take a moment to applaud With Clarityâs attention to detailânote that the pave diamonds arenât simply on the top side of the band, but on both sides as well!
More Than Just Engagement Rings
While sheâll be sure to say, âYes!â to any of these classic diamond engagement rings, they can be gifted for so much more than just engagements. Pro-tip: Girls still like diamonds after theyâre married. Diamond rings like these are great for anniversaries or for celebrating other milestones in your relationship. Theyâre also a great way to upgrade her original engagement ring. The best part about these versatile designs is that they pair so well with a variety of wedding bands and other jewelry, so you donât have to worry about styles clashing.
Whatever youâre celebrating, a diamond ring is always the perfect gift. Diamonds represent eternal love and commitment. And, a quality ring like this will be with you forever and become a cherished heirloom that you can pass down through generations. Itâs more than an investment now, itâs an investment in your future together.
These are just a few of our favorite rings from With Clarityâs extensive collection, each one more timeless than the last. Itâs impossible to choose a favorite! Take a look for yourself and take advantage of all of the incredible customizations that With Clarity has to offerâlike amping up that rock a carat or two.
How to Shop
With Clarity is a direct-to-consumer jewelry experience that embodies luxury and high-fashion appeal at accessible prices. They offer a personalized and tailored experience for each customer through both virtual and in-person consultations at their showroom in SoHo, New York. We also recommend using With Clarityâs Home Preview program. You can select up to two replica rings and customize the carat size, metal color, and diamond shape. Then, they'll send them to your home so you can try before you buy.
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