When it comes to finding ‘the one’ in the world of engagement rings, sometimes it’s not about choosing between classic or contemporary. Today, we’re putting two of our most loved designs to the test: the Aria and the Paloma. Both stunning, sophisticated and designed to flatter your chosen diamond. But which one suits your story best?
Meet the Aria
The Aria ring blends the timeless charm of a solitaire with the luminous sparkle of a diamond band. Each tiny stone is precision-set, catching the light with every movement, it’s that delicate finish that catches the eye without ever feeling overpowering.
Meet the Paloma
The Paloma lets your centre diamond shine in all its glory. A smooth, polished band draws the eye towards the stone, while a crossover collet (that is, the structure that holds your centre diamond) and diamond-set bezel (just beneath the centre diamond) add an unexpected touch of sparkle when viewed from the side. It’s a design made for those who appreciate subtle detailing, the kind that reveals itself as time goes by.
What Makes Them Different?
Aria: With a fine diamond band, the Aria offers more immediate sparkle when viewed from afar.
Paloma: Think of it as a classic solitaire with a twist, most of the sparkle comes from the centre stone itself, with just a hint of shimmer from the diamond-set bezel visible from certain angles.
Paloma offers those quiet details that reveal themselves over time, while the Aria is all about instant sparkle.— Charlotte White, Head of DesignMost Sparkle? Aria.
Yes: that crown just had to go to Aria. Its diamond band catches light from every angle, still delicate, but perfect for adding a touch more glamour without overwhelming the centre stone.
Most Versatile? Paloma.
Its plain band means you can tailor your sparkle levels through your choice of wedding and eternity rings, making it a dream for those who love to layer and play with different looks over the years.
Most Wedding Ring Friendly? Both.
Happily, both do. Each design is wed fit, meaning the setting sits high enough to allow a wedding band to sit flush against it: so no awkward gaps here, just a perfectly neat stack.
Most Fashionable? Also both.
We’ll call this one a tie. Both have on-trend touches that make them instant classics:
Aria: The delicate diamond band offers a light, graceful frame for your stone: a contemporary yet enduring style.
Paloma: The crossover collet (that is, the structure that holds your centre diamond) set with with discreet diamond accents give it a refined, modern edge.
Most Affordable? Depends… but probably Paloma.
Yes, this depends on your chosen metal (yellow, rose, white gold or platinum) and your centre diamond. That said, settings with fewer accent stones tend to be more budget-friendly, which means the Paloma usually comes in lower than the Aria.
Best Centre Diamond for Each?
Aria: A round brilliant will harmonise perfectly with the Aria's sparkling band, while cushion or oval shapes will bring a softer, romantic contour to this engagement ring.
Paloma: More geometric shapes like princess or radiant cuts create a striking contrast and will highlight the hidden diamond-set bezel beautifully.
And Finally… Best Wedding Ring Pairing?
Idyll (left) and Vogue Eternity Ring (right)
Aria: A classic wedding band offers a timeless look when placed alongside the Aria's sparkle. Too plain? For a modern twist, you can also mix your metal colours and, down the line, add an anniversary ring such as the Idyll diamond eternity, whose teardrop shape will add contrast to your stack.
Paloma: Pairing it with a diamond eternity ring, like our Vogue design, adds just the right amount of sparkle to a plain engagement band, enhancing the centre stone without overshadowing it.
