12 Unique Engagement Rings for the Alternative Bride

Whether you're the bride-to-be or need ideas for your Pinterest board, these 12 unconventional engagement rings will inspire you to step outside the diamond solitaire norm.

Yasuko Azuma Emerald Muguet Ring

$1,365, ylang23.com

Set with an emerald and diamonds, this 18-karat yellow gold ring is designed to be worn alone or paired with a curved diamond band.

Catbird Mathilde the Swan Ring

$3,200, catbirdnyc.com

Consider yourself a black swan? Go with a black diamond, the alternative to white with the same amount of strength. The rose-cut center calls back to a vintage style.

Melissa Joy Manning Clear White Diamond Ring

$1,400, melissajoymanning.com

Simple and unassuming, this ring is perfect for that effortlessly cool friend — we all have one. The slim band design is ideal for creating a unique stack.

Vale Jewelry Aurora Ring With Morganite

$1,150, valejewelry.com

Morganite has been hot on the engagement circuit for a few years now. Named after J.P. Morgan (fun fact), this durable pink stone makes a stunning center for any ring.

Jennie Kwon Champagne Diamond Solitaire Echo Ring

$2,200, jenniekwondesigns.com

Blend tradition with contemporary and sport this Jennie Kwon ring. A champagne diamond center is offset by deco details on the side.

Tiffany & Co. Soleste Ring

$5,700, tiffany.com

From the Tiffany Soleste collection, this ring features two rows of pave diamonds and an aquamarine center. Birthstone or not, this blue stone makes for a beautiful reminder of your love.

Anna Sheffield Hazeline Rose Gold Solitaire Ring

$2,200, stoneandstrand.com

Designed specifically as an alternative engagement ring, this Anna Sheffield creation has a "diamond" center made from solid rose gold. A real black diamond dots the bottom to give the classic look a little more edge.

Suzanne Kalan 18K Rose Gold Baguette Band

$6,160, suzannekalan.com

This best-selling eternity band from Suzanne Kalan features signature white diamond baguettes. Forget the center — this ring makes a statement all its own.

Selim Mouzannar Large Diamond and Tanzanite Ring

$2,750, ylang23.com

Tanzanite makes a great choice when going for the heirloom style. This cocktail ring looks even better when paired with a rose gold band.

Grace Lee Rustic-Diamond Ring

$2,390, barneys.com

Go big with this 2.33 carat rustic diamond ring from Grace Lee. A slender 1-millimeter band falls in line with the trendy delicate look.

Mociun Capella Stone Cluster Ring

$2,500, mociun.com

Brooklyn-based Mociun makes plenty of engagement-worthy designs. This handmade ring melds a Colombian emerald with clusters of black and white diamonds. Stack it up to create a one-of-a-kind look.

Irene Neuwirth Opal and Diamond Stacking Ring

$5,980, ylang23.com

Opals and diamonds go so well together — just like you and your boo. Whether you add another band or wear it solo, there's no threat of blending in with a ring like this.

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