19 Vintage-Style Engagement Rings Old-School Romantics Will Love
Every bride-to-be is unique, and not everyone's dream engagement ring looks the same. Whether you want to forgo tradition entirely or embrace the classic, diamond-clad look, one thing is for certain: Vintage-inspired engagement rings will never date. And for a piece of jewellery that's made to be cherished forever, that feels pretty important.
There's a reason so many jewellery designers look to the past for guidance. From 1930s Art Deco diamonds to ’70s-esque chunky bands, each era comes with its distinctive take on the engagement ring. And all these years later, we can decipher which have stood the test of time and still feel classic today.
This brings us here, to our edit of the very best vintage-style engagement rings. The term vintage is broad, so there's a good chance a design below will be The One for you or will at least help steer you in a certain direction. Whether it's a cluster of stones arranged in a flower or a single emerald set into gold, scroll to see which old-school engagement ring captures your heart.
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If you can't decide between yellow and white diamonds, this is the ring for you.
Pear-cut stones have a distinctly vintage feel.
This sapphire treasure looks straight out of The Titanic.
This one isn't so much vintage-inspired as actually vintage, which, of course, means it's a one-off—if you love it, grab it.
Who says diamonds have to be the focus of your ring? This hand-cut citrine has won me over.
It's no wonder oval diamond rings are one of the most popular styles out there even today.
Bucherer looked to vintage glamour when imagining this diamond-encrusted design.
Nothing says retro like a signet ring. Heirloom pieces like this are sure to be passed down through generations.
Because there's no such thing as too many diamonds, especially when they're this dainty.
Step back to the 1920s with this emerald and diamond treasure.
Rose gold might not be particularly vintage, but this simple silhouette feels familiar.
If you're not a fan of warm metals, consider a cool-toned design like this one.
While florals might not be groundbreaking, there's something so romantic about a flower-cluster ring.
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Emeralds always remind me of times gone by.
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Bébhinn Campbell is an Edinburgh-based fashion and lifestyle writer and editor. She started her first blog at age 14 and went on to intern at print and digital publications in Berlin and London, including Dazed Confused and Indie magazine.
A job at a fashion startup took Bébhinn from Ireland to Scotland in 2019, where she now works as a freelance journalist and copywriter covering everything from travel and interiors to styling advice. As a contributor toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , Bébhinn always keeps her eyes peeled for emerging trends and looks worth writing about. She prides herself on her ability to cut through the noise and identify solid investment buys, exciting new brands and fresh takes on classic design.
In her spare time, Bébhinn enjoys perusing Edinburgh’s best vintage shops, working through her out-of-control book collection and watching dog reels on Instagram.
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