When getting engaged the first things you hear are "Congratulations, I can't wait to see the ring !!" Society has put a lot of pressure on the idea of a marriage proposal, creating societal standards that men think they need to stick to. Recent celebrities have recently been spotted wearing less then traditional rings, even completely avoiding the 'norm' of diamonds. Jessica Simpson, Kate Middleton and Carrie Underwood are expressing their non-traditional views on the topic sporting rubies, sapphires and yellow diamond inspired rings. In 2010, with the release of Sex and The City 2 also showed Carrie Bradshaw's love for all things un-traditional when she created her own rules sporting a black diamond engagement ring. Whether your ring is a traditional set of classic diamonds or an exquisite use of multi coloured stones, the meaning behind the ring is the same. Don't be afraid to be unique! People are more likely to continue talking about your ring that way !
