Hollywood Inspired Diamond rings

Who wouldn’t want a grand wedding and the best engagement diamond ring inspired by their favorite Hollywood star? Go on, read more to know all about Hollywood divas and their piece of jewels.

What does one have in mind when they think of Hollywood?  Smokes and cigars, ball gown parties, movie premieres, on-screen, old school romance, etc.

It was a whole different era, wasn’t it?  

In this day and age of fashion, who wouldn’t want some old school style on their finger, inspired straight from the Hollywood era? 

Here are a few styles you can choose from for that perfect vintage Hollywood glam.

Gone with the wind

The story of Gone With The Wind is so famous that it marks history in Hollywood. The movie was so majestic that everyone must have watched it at least once. Behind the scenes of this movie were as interesting as the movie itself. The beautiful golden age of Hollywood brought some elegant pieces of jewelry styles that even today are known to be special.

A turbulent love story that blooms amidst the ongoing civil war. You would need something grand to complement this Hollywood classic. A diamond ring that wouldn’t just take your finger and your whole personality look unique but also grab attention. Wouldn’t you want Scarlett O’ Hara’s style that is so elite?

 For such preferences, one can opt from a variety of options. The not-so-normal pear cut to shape or the soft oval cut in the center and something minimalistic like the halo setting would just add the right amount of style and richness to it. 

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Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly was one of the topmost figures in the Golden era of Hollywood. With her charm and beauty, she had swept away billions of hearts. On-screen, she was those rich classic women of that particular age and she turned such a character into reality. She was not in the industry for long, she worked for six years, and then she got married to Prince Rainier of Monaco. 

A story is being told every year at different events to mark the iconic life of Grace Kelly. A diamond ring that would not only speak modesty but strength is all you need to replicate her style. If you are looking for something that would be Grace Kelly’s ring, then you must include a center emerald cut diamond ring as that particular setting marked a different style.

To replicate her diamond ring better, add two baguette stones on the sides of the center diamond ring.

The Wizard of Oz

Who wouldn’t remember their all-time favorite movie ‘The Wizard Of Oz’. The movie used a lot of technicolor and a whole lot of vibrant jewelry. One of the most famous pieces from the movie is the Yellow Brick Road. If you want something inspired by something as beautiful and iconic as this, opt for something as colorful it is. 

Why not purchase something so beautiful as a yellow diamond ring? The Wizard Of Oz is a family drama hence anything inspired by it would let out a lot of family vibes, hence if you want to give her a diamond ring that would remind her of you and your home, this is the best choice.

Dorothy’s ruby slippers were an attraction to the eyes and influenced a large amount of the audience. For buyers who look for something inspired by the movie and at the same time want something cheek yet classy then, a ruby ring is the best choice. 

You can choose from a variety of settings that would suit you and your ruby the best. A simple band or something more catchy, it’s completely to your preference.

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Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton

The golden age of Hollywood also marks the romance and chemistry that was entirely different from what we see today. One of the most famous couples was Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Dame Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor was her real name. 

She was an outstanding actress and a businesswoman. Their chemistry set another standard and they were on the front page for years. They were no perfect couple, they were known for their on and off relationship and were always gossiped about for decades.

Elizabeth was known for her diamond collection. But her diamond ring collection was no greater than the perfect ring given to her by Richard Burton. He gifted her a pear-cut ring, the diamond ring was later known as Taylor-Burton diamond. The stone weighed around 33.19 carats and became famous as soon as the couple bought it in 1969. The stone was sold for around $8 billion. 

If you want something as grand, catchy, and beautiful as this magnificent piece, you can choose an Asscher-cut center stone with two trillion cut diamonds on the sides. The diamond ring was known as the Krupp Diamond. 

If you really want the brilliance, shine, and glamour of the diamond ring then you can choose the same cut stone that is the Asscher-cut diamond ring and the best setting suggested is the halo setting.

Burton once said “Burton said: “Sustainability is extremely important for today’s couples and we have created a new collection of diamond engagement rings as a result.”

Audrey Hepburn

Who hasn’t heard the name Audrey Hepburn? One of the most famous female figures in that time period. Her choice of clothes, her femininity marked a different style of fashion. She was known for her subtleness and kind attitude. She was one of the figures in the best-dressed list at the Hall of Fame. 

 Simplicity was the key for Audrey Hepburn as shown in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. If you want to opt for something that would become a style statement just as Audrey was, go for something uniquely simple and feminine as a Marquise-cut solitaire. 

Keep in mind that Audrey Hepburn’s style was effortlessly beautiful and yet charming, she kept her setting for her ring very elite. Choose something like a bridge setting and you can top it off with rose gold bands, or a simple thin band.

Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner

Frank Sinatra was married twice before he married Ava Gardner. Their marriage made headlines all over the place and their chemistry was something that was talked about.

Even in their on and off fights, they were clearly a famous couple. If you want a ring piece as passionate and graceful as their relationship you can opt for something old style. Choose stones such as sapphires, or ruby as either the main stone or the small side one. You can also choose something like blue topaz. Topaz stones are a favorite for a large section of buyers.

Marilyn Monroe

Marilyn Monroe was one of the most famous and bold actresses of the Golden Era Of Hollywood. Her choice of fashion made headlines and the way she carried herself was unique altogether. She was one of a kind, her blonde hair, a beautiful spot on her face, a graceful attitude, boldness, etc. 

She was a bold symbol of sex. She was claimed to be the most outgoing and popular actresses of all time. Her simplicity and normalcy were as famous as she was. If you really want to imitate Marilyn Monroe’s style in a ring, try opting for something that speaks for her forward nature yet is as elegant as she is. 

If you are opting for something more her type, something that she would wear to the red carpet, try imitating something in the shade of reds and pinks. You can choose from both Florida ivy settings with a round cut diamond ring or something like an emerald cut or a princess cut with a center maroon sapphire and pink side sapphires. A ring-like that would speak ‘Marilyn Monroe all in all’.

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers were an on-screen couple of that period. They made at least 8 films together and hence stepped onto the history of Hollywood. They were famous for their sleek art deco production designs that were involved in movies like Swing Time, etc. Their style reflected from their costumes such as Astaire’s hats and Ginger’s long flowing gowns.

Art deco style would be the best option for a choice like this so that you feel the beauty and what it speaks for you.

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Casablanca

Casablanca is a movie set in the time of WWII based on a true story. The movie is set in the wartime of WWII and is based on the struggles and a nightclub owner finding himself helping his former love and her husband. In their time span, she starts to feel for the owner. 

One of the most popular songs from the movie was As Time Goes By that featured a lot of old-school romance. If you want to capture something so pure and romantic in your ring, choose something that speaks power, strength, and elegance. 

Go for something like a princess-cut diamond ring with a split shank setting that is secure. You can also choose a round cut diamond ring for the same. 

You can also opt for something that speaks no time and infinity, hence choose from a variety of settings such as scallop pave band or halo settings with round cut diamonds.

Many of the other few stars of The Golden Age of Hollywood such as Greta Garbo, Jean Harlow, and Claudette Colbert became trendsetters with their beautiful choice of jewelry and dainty features about them.  The extravagant richness of these actresses from that time spoke class and richness of personality. 

Wallis Simpson’s engagement diamond ring was one of the famous diamond ring jewelry that was talked about in and around the media. 

Conclusion Thoughts

Go ahead in the market and pick out your favorite diamond ring that speaks for your own personality and also is inspired by such iconic actresses from a beautiful time period. These actresses left behind a great variety of classic diamond rings to choose from. 

Your basic engagement rings would cost you around $5000 starting. It depends on the buyer’s choice and the price would be increased according to the preferences. 

Always look for GIA certificates when purchasing expensive diamond rings. The buyer must know all about the jewelry they are purchasing. The weight, brilliance, fire, bands, choice of metal, etc. is important for a buyer to know. Hope this helped.