Why do we love vintage things (well, rings, specifically) so much?!?!! One reason: they are so GD pretty. And they also have that timeless, storied look that you’ll want to tell people about for as long as that ring remains on your finger. I literally live for scrolling through my Instagram feed and double tapping all of the vintage styles I see. So, we thought we’d chat it out with one of our favorite brands, responsible for putting 💍💍💍 on the most discerning, vintage-loving brides out there. MiaDonna has an epic selection of conflict-free, lab-grown diamonds, that bring the antiqued aesthetic into modern times, without turning up the negative environmental and social impact [that Earth-mined diamonds do].
The majors at MiaDonna draw inspiration for their Engagement Rings and Wedding Ring Sets from a variety of solid sources. When dreaming up ideas for their Antique and Vintage-inspired designs, they look to past and present movies, celebrity engagement rings and fashion trends to lead the way. Their vision boards have pins from movies like The Great Gatsby, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Marie Antoinette and since-retired period television series like Mad Men and Pan Am. MiaDonna’s Founder, Anna-Mieke, and her design team have collaborated on rings inspired by the vintage details in Katie Holmes engagement ring from Tom Cruise, Katherine Heigl’s engagement ring from Josh Kelley and Miley Cyrus’s engagement ring from Liam Hemsworth. And the brand even sells a solitaire engagement ring that bears a striking resemblance to the antique engagement ring that Behati Prinsloo scored from Adam Levine.
Gorgeous guys (ahem, Liam and Adam) and gorgeous vintage rings… maybe that’s some kind of road map to eternal happiness? We wouldn’t discount it… 🤔
Yes, timeless beauty is unmatched, but when you consider what some of these rings feature, and how it was acquired, that beauty gets shallower and shallower. A vintage ring with a non-conflict-free diamond will inevitably shine bright, but we’re pretty sure it’ll lose its sparkle as soon as you think about how many ethically, socially, and environmentally unsavory things might have been at work behind it. Thankfully, everything that MiaDonna makes is guaranteed to be 100% conflict-free and clear of any ill impacts. They are a foundation-first organization and proudly use at least 5% of profits from every sale to fund education, mentorship, agriculture, and urgent relief programs in diamond mining regions through its charity, The Greener Diamond. Sooo you can look at that Daisy Buchanan-style stunner of yours, and feel ALL good about it. 👍
Scroll through to check out a few of our faves, and remember, with a vintage ring, it’ll look cool, they always look cool…. Just in case you needed some extra encouragement!
Ring: Grace Vintage Engagement Ring
If a unique engagement ring is what you’re after, look no further than the Grace. With clean lines and an uncommon flower design, this vintage style engagement ring is a definite beauty.
Ring: Amore Vintage Engagement Ring
“Amore” is the perfect name for a ring we love so much! This delicate milgrained band with channel bead set natural-recycled diamonds can be stacked with other bands, so you can customize to your heart’s desire.
Ring: Queen Vintage Engagement Ring
This classic, diamond-accented band is truly fit for a Queen. Your choice of center stone is accented with bezel set stones intricately-placed between the ring’s four-prong head.
Ring: Honey Engagement Ring
This four-prong cathedral setting with channel set diamond side stones features a beautifully-engraved and beaded shank. What could be sweeter?
Ring: Spicy Engagement Ring
A stunning round cut center stone held in a unique four-prong head with channel bead and bezel set diamonds to accent...what’s not to love about this detailed ring?
Ring: Ella Antique Wedding Ring
Hand-carved filigree and 0.14 carats of natural side diamonds make the Ella the embodiment of classic beauty.
Ring: Katherine Accented Engagement Ring
Modeled after Katherine Heigl’s engagement ring, the Katherine is a true showstopper. The ring’s French tip pear cut center stone is accented with a halo of diamonds and a band that boasts even more diamonds running down the shank.
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