Fantasy Fairytale Engagement Rings: Which Fairycore Style Are You?

Introduction 

In the world of engagement rings we can think of no other style that has seen a huge surge in popularity recently than the beloved fairytale engagement rings. Fantasy style engagement rings, or fairycore style rings, bring a little enchantment into the enduring symbol of love. Join us as we embark on a journey to unveil the magic hidden within fairytale inspired engagement rings, the important design details to watch out for and the whimsical inspiration that goes into our unique engagement ring collection. In this article we aim to provide you with inspiration for your ring shopping journey so that you can get a little closer to discovering a ring that not only resonates with your fairytale aesthetic but also one that upholds your values of ethical sourcing.

 

Fantasy Aesthetics in Engagement Rings

The heart of fantasy jewelry design includes a blend of fairycore, whimsy, and ethereal beauty. 

• Design Inspirations: Drawing from cottagecore, indie, grunge, and even dark academia, fairycore rings embrace a diverse range of influences. Designs often feature opalescent sapphires, unique gemstone shapes, unexpected nature inspired designs and alternative stones like rustic diamonds.
• Material and Gemstone Choices: Preferred materials include 14k gold and 18k gold in rose white or yellow, complemented by gemstones like salt and pepper diamonds, topaz, chrysoberyl, alexandrite, and sapphires. These elements are chosen for their ability to capture the alternative fantasy aesthetic, emphasizing etherial beauty and earthy details.
• Versatility: Fantasy inspired engagement rings while they break from tradition do offer a unique timeless design allowing for personalized expression and a ring that truly feels like you.

This aesthetic is deeply rooted in the appreciation of storytelling, nature, and the ethereal, making fantasy rings a perfect choice for those looking for an unconventional engagement ring design.

Choosing the Perfect Fantasy Ring for Your Proposal

Designs to Avoid

When shopping for your perfect Fantasy Engagement Ring, it's important to take into account not just the aesthetic details but also the practicality and longevity of the ring. Here are some key elements to avoid:

Gemstones to Avoid:

• Pearl, and Turquoise: While absolutely beautiful and certainly amazing stones for occasional fine jewelry, these gemstones when worn everyday are prone to scratches, chipping, or damage due to their softness.
• Tanzanite: These stones can show dirt more easily or are too soft, risking damage over time.
• Opals: While opals' play-of-color is mesmerizing, their Mohs hardness of 5-6.5 (out of 10) makes them as delicate as glass. Best suited for earrings or pendants, opals in engagement rings require careful setting and cannot be worn frequently.
• Moonstone & Quartz (including Amethyst & Moss Agate): These softer stones, ranking 5 to 7 on the Mohs scale (out of 10), are more prone to scratching and wear, requiring extra care and maintenance for daily wear pieces.

Design Features to Avoid:

• Thin Bands and Dainty Settings: Can bend, snap, or offer less security for the gemstone. Always go for a minimum 1.6mm band thickness.
• Overly Complicated Designs: While beautiful, they're more susceptible to breakage because they get caught easily in knit fabrics and on edges of furniture. Opt for more streamlined designs and secure settings that ensure longevity.
• Too Much Melee (small stones): Same as the dainty designs, the small stones are beautiful but have been known to fall out frequently, harder to keep clean and are not practical for everyday wear.
• Sterling Silver: Prone to tarnishing. Sterling also can bend easily because of its softness causing warped rings and even stones falling out. Choose more durable alternatives like 14k-18k gold or platinum.
• Mass-Produced Jewelry: Often prioritizes trends over quality. Go for ring designs from small-scale independent designers that emphasize ethical sourcing and durability.
• Ensure Craftsmanship: Look out for rings sharp edges and dainty small settings or minimal prong coverage as these can be design flaws and require frequent repairs.

By following these simple guidelines you can be sure your Fantasy Engagement Ring not only looks gorgeous but also stands the test of time so that you can enjoy your ring for many years to come. 

 

Gemstones with a Fairy Tale Touch

In the realm of fairy engagement rings, selecting the right gemstone is pivotal to crafting a ring that not only looks stunning and unique but is also durable. Here are practical gemstones to use for your engagement ring that offer strength but also unique beauty.

Gemstones with a Fairy Tale Touch:

• Sapphire & Ruby: Known for their superior hardness (9 on the Mohs Scale), these gemstones offer durability alongside a vibrant spectrum of colors and great sparkle.
• Salt & Pepper Diamonds: Available in icy whites to dark inky greys, and even champagne or pinky hues, rustic diamonds bring a touch of whimsy and are the most durable stones for engagement rings because of their 10 Mohs hardness rating.
• Chrysoberyls: With a wide range of colors and a medium high Mohs rating these stones are as unique as they are magical. This gem family also includes Alexandrite famous for it's color changing qualities. 
• Lab diamonds: With the same chemical makeup to that of earth mined diamonds, these stones not only promise longevity but also mesmerize with dazzling cuts and an affordable price point, perfect for adding mega sparkle to your ring.
• Moissanite:Known for their incredible scintillation (sparkle factor), Moissanites are all lab grown gems based after a naturally occuring gem found only on meteorites, but have gained popularity recently as a sparkly (more affordable) diamond alternative. A 9.5 Mohs rating means they will also be incredibly durable and perfect for wearing everyday. 

Choosing the right gemstone for your fairytale engagement ring is a fine balance between aesthetics and durability for everyday wear. By picking a sensible gemstone you can ensure less maintenance and more enjoyment out of your ring as the years go by.

Ethical Materials and Innovative Craftsmanship

For any engagement ring, fairytale inspired or otherwise, the use of ethical materials and quality craftsmanship is super important. At Valley Rose, we are committed to designing ethical engagement rings that use the following materials:

• Responsibly Sourced Gemstones: Every piece is crafted with gemstones that are not only beautiful but also ethically sourced. Our sourcing includes artisanal mined traceable gemstones and also lab grown diamonds made from air pollution. 
• Fairmined Metals: Our collections proudly feature gold certified from Faimined mining this gold provides a positive environmental legacy and fair pay to artisan miners. Fairmined certified gold is a step above recycled gold in terms of it's positive impact overall.
• Innovative Craftsmanship: Leveraging traditional techniques alongside modern innovations, our master jewelers create engagement rings that are not only unique but also durable and built to last. 

 

Top 6 Fantasy Engagement Ring Styles: Which Fairycore Style are you?

Ok and now for the fun part! Here are our favorite fantasy engagement ring styles, along with a little fairy theme for each. Discover your "fairycore" style and say YES to happily ever after with one of our whimsical engagement rings inspired by fairy tales.

Water Fairy Fantasy Engagement Rings

Water fairy engagement rings are for those who are drawn to seas, lakes or rivers and get swept away by ocean aesthetics. When it comes to stone shapes, the pear or the water drop shape is the perfect cut to represent the graceful nature of water. As for stone types, blue sapphire, teal sapphire, blue diamonds, and aquamarine are beautiful choices to showcase your water fairy theme. These gemstones evoke calmness and tranquility, making them a fitting choice for those drawn to the water element for their engagement ring.

In terms of water inspired styles, water fairy engagement rings feature intricate crown halos, colorful center stones like sapphires and asymmetrical designs that evoke ocean waves. These designs are perfect for water loving faries as they embody the mystical qualities of water, creating a sense of connection to the beauty of the sea. 

Custom engagement ring with pear cut aquamarine, design your custom ring here. 

Water Fairy: Paradisus Ring. Shop the Paradisus Ring here.

Ice Fairy Engagement Rings

Ice fairy engagement rings are all about the beauty of the world of snow and frost. For stone shapes, the emerald cut, shield cut and marquise cut are unique options, reflecting the sharp and crystalline nature of ice and snowflakes. And for stone types, diamonds, icy grey diamonds, pastel sapphires are perfect for those wanting an engagement ring inspired by winter fairy tales. 

In terms of design styles, ice fairy engagement rings can feature marquise diamonds, diamond clusters, and angular patterns that create captivating silhouettes. Rings with grey salt and pepper diamonds symbolize unique and otherworldly beauty of wintery worlds. These fantasy engagement rings sparkle with shimmering diamonds perfect for those who find beauty in the frost. 

Ice Fairy: Isobel Ring with Icy Grey Diamonds  Shop the Isobel Ring here.

Light Fairy Rings

Light fairy engagement rings are a beautiful style for those drawn to the ethereal and radiant qualities of sunshine, light and illuminating magic. Stone shapes such as round cut, oval cut, and pear cut are the most sparkly cuts of gemstones and naturally reflect the luminous nature of light. When it comes to stone types, diamonds and warm hued gemstones like champagne, peach and yellow are have the perfect hue for light fairy inspired engagement rings.

In terms of styles, light fairy engagement rings feature celestial clusters, etherial halos and designs that capture the mesmerizing qualities of light. Unconventional styles with oval and marquise diamond center stones exude an otherworldly and ethereal charm. These ring designs are perfect for those drawn to light fairy aesthetics as they create a sense of connection to the mesmerizing allure of radiant light. 

Light Fairy: Philippa Ring. Shop the Philippa Ring here.

Dark Fairy Rings 

Dark fairy engagement rings are for those drawn to the mysteries of the night and fairytales with a strong dark heroine. Stone shapes that symbolize strength such as shield cut, and emerald cut reflect the enigmatic nature of darkness. For stone types deep blue sapphire and grey to black salt and pepper diamonds are perfect for those resonating with the darker elements.

In terms of styles, dark fairy engagement rings feature celestial settings, and medieval inspired halos that portray the mystical qualities of darkness. Opulent crown accents around a unique center stones are perfect for dark fairy aesthetics as they evoke a sense of strength and connection to dark energy. 

Dark Fairy: Chloe Ring with Dark Grey Diamond. Shop the Chloe Ring here.

Flower Fairy Rings

Flower fairy engagement rings are a delightful choice for those who love fairytales inspired by sweet romance and the beauty of nature. Stone shapes such as oval cut and pear cut are the best shapes that symbolize the graceful and organic nature of flowers. When it comes to stone types, diamonds, argyle pink diamonds, rubies, and morganites perfectly capture the vibrant and romantic qualities of flowers. These gemstones exude a sense of romance and femininity making them a fitting choice for fairytale engagement rings inspired by flowers and romantic fairytales.

In terms of styles, flower fairy engagement rings feature clusters of diamonds with unique floral patterns. Alternative engagement rings with vine and petal details have the perfect mix of ethereal and romantic charm to symbolize everlasting love. These designs are perfect for those inspired by the flower fairy theme as they evoke the magic of blooming flowers. 

Flower Fairy: Lisa Ring. Shop the Lisa Ring Here.

Forest Fairy Engagement Rings

Forest fairy engagement rings are for those who are drawn to verdant landscapes, jungles, forests, wisdom of trees, and lush greenery. Stone shapes such as the emerald cut and pear cut perfectly reflect the organic and natural beauty of the forest. For stone types, diamonds, emeralds, and green sapphires capture the vibrant greens of nature. 

For engagement ring styles, forest fairy rings feature verdant gemstones, textured gold, and elfin designs that symbolize the lush and untamed beauty of the forest. These designs evoke a sense of enchantment and connection to the earth, making them a fitting choice for forest fairy engagement rings.

Forest Fairy: Faye Ring. Shop the Faye Ring here.

Each of these fairycore style engagement rings offers a gateway to a world where fantasy and reality merge, allowing you to wear a piece of the fairy tale you cherish.

Make your Custom Fantasy Engagement Ring →

Valley Rose Jewelry is committed to bringing your fantasy engagement ring dreams to life. Our team specializes in creating ethically sourced fairycore rings and can customize any of the enchanting designs featured in this post to reflect your personal style and story. With our unmatched online design process, we ensure that you get precisely what you want, and we work tirelessly to ensure our clients are delighted with their forever ring. Whether it's a water fairy's serene beauty, the icy allure of an ice fairy, the radiant light of a light fairy, the enigmatic darkness of a dark fairy, the blooming charm of a flower fairy, or the lush elegance of a forest fairy, Valley Rose Jewelry is dedicated to crafting the perfect fairycore engagement ring that resonates with your individual spirit and values.