What does this ring setting say about you? You are likely someone who appreciates practicality over opulence. If you are someone who does quite a bit of work with your hands and do not want the hassle of constantly taking your ring off, a low profile setting would be the better choice for you. It could also mean that you prefer to keep to yourself and not have your ring to be a conversation starter. A low setting provides a classy and understated look which creates the perfect daily wear engagement ring
PROS
Practical for an active lifestyle
Less prone to scratches and impact
More stable and does not rotate on your finger
Does not attract any unnecessary attention
CONS
Does not attract any unnecessary attention
Not ideal for smaller diamonds as it can look too small
Slightly less sparkle
Main diamond looks smaller
Harder to stack a wedding band or other rings with
LOW PROFILE SETTING
What does this ring setting say about you? You are likely someone who appreciates practicality over opulence. If you are someone who does quite a bit of work with your hands and do not want the hassle of constantly taking your ring off, a low profile setting would be the better choice for you. It could also mean that you prefer to keep to yourself and not have your ring to be a conversation starter. A low setting provides a classy and understated look which creates the perfect daily wear engagement ring
PROS
Practical for an active lifestyle
Less prone to scratches and impact
More stable and does not rotate on your finger
Does not attract any unnecessary attention
CONS
Does not attract any unnecessary attention
Not ideal for smaller diamonds as it can look too small
Slightly less sparkle
Main diamond looks smaller
Harder to stack a wedding band or other rings with
HIGH PROFILE SETTING
This is for the more extravagant rings which you might prefer to keep in the safe or to wear for special occasions, or if your day to day life involves little work with the hands and you’re of a more careful nature - both with regards to not hitting your ring on a hard object, and to not losing track of where you last took it off. If you are someone who likes to shine in social situations, having a high setting will certainly help with that. Of course, sometimes a high profile setting does not have to be propped up too much, just high enough for you to slip on a wedding band flush against the engagement ring.
PROS
Makes the main stone appear larger
More light can reach your stone, creating more brilliance
Looks very luxe
Easier to stack a wedding band or other rings with
CONS
Highly prone to knocks and scratches
A high enough setting with a heavy stone can cause the ring to rotate on your finger
Can look over the top if not done right
With all that said and done, we understand that it is not always possible to get the lady’s input on her ring design, especially if it is a surprise. Which is why at The Better Diamond, we offer the option to recraft your ring for just a small fee so that your partner can have the engagement ring she has always dreamed of.
