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Alexis Bledel Finally Reveals Engagement Ring From Vincent Kartheiser

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You may know her as the actress who played the mentally unstable mistress of Vincent Kartheiser on several episodes of Mad Men, but from now on Alexis Bledel will be known simply as Mrs. Vincent Kartheiser.

Alexis Bledel and Vincent Kartheiser attended the Golden Globes together in January and officially made their debut as a couple last October and now reps have confirmed that the couple is officially engaged to be married.. According to friends, the couple couldn’t be happier. Vincent had even hinted that he was interested in marriage last October during the wedding of David Cross and Amber Tamblyn.

While Alexis Bledel and Vincent Kartheiser may have gotten engaged in March, it was not until the last several days that the Mad Men alum actually flashed her bling for the world to see. The vintage inspired engagement ring made its first appearance on the red carpet for the premiere of Remembering Sunday in Century, California on Wednesday. The dazzling octagonal shaped diamond appears to be platinum and was the talk of the red carpet on Wednesday. The huge rock sits on a simple band and was one that Kartheiser picked out on his own for his bride to be.

Vincent has taken his role of perspective husband duties seriously and is actively involved in the wedding planning process. Alexis gushed about how excited she was that he wants to be such a large part of the big day, but admits that they have not quite begun nailing down the details.

This will be the first marriage for both, but Kartheiser did admit that in his effort to create the perfect moment for Bledel he did practice his proposal on his two of his Mad Men costars Elizabeth Moss and Jessica Pare.

 

Christina Applegate Weds in Private Ceremony

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Christina Applegate Martyn Lenoble engagement ring

We all fell in love with her as Kelly Bundy on the hit sitcom Married With Children. The blonde bombshell is now all grown up and has just celebrated her private marriage to longtime partner Martyn LeNoble.

While all of the who’s who in Hollywood was focused on the Oscars, the two took that as an opportunity to celebrate their love in a private ceremony. The wedding took place at the couple’s home in Los Angeles where they were surrounded by family and friends. In all, there were only eight guests at the wedding. The couple has been together for nearly four years and first became engaged on Valentine’s Day of 2010. A year later the couple celebrated the birth of their daughter Sadie Grace LeNoble.

Her new ring was created to be anything but a typical wedding ring. The idea was that the wedding band would fit perfectly with her engagement ring so the wedding ring was made just like a sleeve that would accompany the original ring. It is platinum and diamond inset with tiny little diamonds everywhere.

The two have been dating for over five years and Applegate credits her beau with saving her life after her double mastectomy. She has been quoted as saying that she had a small but mighty support system and that he was an incredible part of her life and that support system. At a time when there was a tremendous amount of loss in her life, he was an incredible help in her process. This will be the second marriage for both performers. Applegate divorced That Thing You Do’s Jonathon Schaech in 2007 after six years of marriage.

Doug Reinhardt is engaged to former Hills costar Allie Lutz

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Allie Lutz and Doug Reinhart engaged

Doug Reinhardt is finally ready to take the plunge. After all this time, he is settling down with a familiar face. Doug has been previously linked romantically to hotel heiress Paris Hilton, teen star Amanda Bynes, Hills costar Lauren Conrad and former Miss USA Rima Fakih. However, despite the fact that the list of his exes reads like a list of who’s who in Hollywood, Reinhardt is settling down with his “high school sweetheart.”  The couple announced their engagement earlier this year via Instagram with the caption “Cat’s Out of the Bag”.

Allie Lutz and Doug Reinhart have dated one another off and on and she even made her own appearance on The Hills. She was introduced to the show during season six of the show when her friend McKaela Line who began dating Brody Jenner. During the season her storyline exploded due to several disagreements with her costar Kristen Cavaleri. The pair knew each other from their days in Laguana and apparently did not get along. The trouble even escalated into accusations that Lutz had broken into Jenner’s apartment at one point.

Despite all the drama, however she finds herself back in the headlines for a very different reason this time.  Reinhart, a former Angels and Orioles baseball player, proposed to Lutz on a yacht that her chartered for New Year’s. Reinhart planned an elaborate proposal that included proposing on the yacht at St. Barts and then arranged a lavish celebration as they continued to cruise around St. Barts and Anguilla. Her ring is a large solitaire that appears to be white gold and sets on a simple band. The size of the bling was conspicuously glaring in the picture on instagram. Is anyone else thinking Lauren Conrad eat your heart out?

The Royal Couple

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Kate Middleton Engagement Ring

On Friday, April 29, 2011 the world watched eagerly as the beloved royal couple was married. Kate was Will’s longtime girlfriend, and the public anxiously anticipated a proposal. Will proposed to Katie with an 18-carat sapphire ring that was worn by Princess Diana. The beautiful stone is surrounded by white diamonds, creating a brilliant contrast in color. This iconic ring was passed down as a family heirloom, carrying great sentimental value with it.

When Princess Diana first selected the ring, she was scoffed at for choosing a piece that could be obtained by any commoner. But Princess Diana always had an eye for classic elegance, and this engagement ring quickly became one of the world’s most iconic pieces of jewelry. Will chose to present this ring to Kate, and it quickly became a popular style that was coveted by brides everywhere.

The vintage style perfectly suits Kate’s attire, complimenting her timeless looks. Wherever Kate goes, she is sure to be dressed like royalty. Looking perfectly put together and poised has made her a fashion icon, and she has begun to inspire women’s clothing choices everywhere.

The royal couple is now expecting a baby. Kate is beginning to show, making it necessary to adjust her wardrobe. She understands the importance of embracing her shape, but has made the necessary changes from her normal wardrobe in order to maintain her sophisticated style. She has traded figure hugging silhouettes for empire waistlines, and slim shirts for flowing tops. Even with the baby bump, she looks trim and proper,  like a perfect princess.

Being pregnant can place limits on a woman’s wardrobe, making accessories key to creating a great outfit. Kate understands the importance of balancing simple clothing pieces with interesting accessories to add drama and a unique twist to her look. She is often spotted sporting a great hat, or glamorous, fine jewelry.

Jewelry is a wonderful way to add an interesting element to a drab outfit, because it provides a pop of color that adds intrigue. Kate is often seen sporting fine gemstones and diamonds that complete her elegant outfits. Dramatic earrings are a favorite of this lovely lady, and she is often seen wearing a pair of drop diamond earrings.

Understanding the importance of understated elegance is one of the qualities that makes Kate’s style absolutely timeless. Even in her pregnancy, she is the perfect representation of class and charm. Knowing how to pair accessories with more basic outfits has allowed her style to remain topnotch in every area of her life, making her a true style icon.

I will be your witness

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Barkev’s Solitaire Engagement Rings

“We need a witness to our lives. There’s a billion people on the planet… I mean, what does any one life really mean? But in a marriage, you’re promising to care about everything. The good things, the bad things, the terrible things, the mundane things… all of it, all of the time, every day. You’re saying ‘Your life will not go unnoticed because I will notice it. Your life will not go un-witnessed because I will be your witness’.”

–Shall We Dance

Marriage is a commitment to be a witness to your lover‘s life. This promise is lifelong and must be valued above all other vows. When you say “I do”, you are dedicating yourself to their happiness and well being. As you consider taking these steps, it’s important to be aware of the magnitude of the union you are joining. You are responsible to another human being. You have made a commitment to cherish and love them, respect and support them.

With great work comes great reward. Although you must become selfless in the serving of your spouse, the satisfaction of loving another is so great that it supersedes all challenges. Having a companion that cares about every aspect of your life and invests in your dreams gives you the necessary stability to try new things and live fully. Love gives your life a great meaning and importance. You are now living for something bigger than yourself, giving you a great, indescribable joy.

A symbol of this promise should properly reflect it’s importance and beauty. The wedding ring is a tangible image of the one of a kind love two people share. When people see your left hand, they know you belong to another. The wedding ring tells a story, giving the world a glimpse of the bond between you and your spouse.

Each couple is unique and has different attributes that should be highlighted. Wedding rings tell a lot about personal style and attitudes towards love and marriage.

For the traditional woman: A solitary diamond engagement ring will perfectly display simplistic and classic attitudes about love. Pick a traditionally cut stone, such as a circle diamond. For added glamour, pick a style with a diamond encrusted band.

For the modern bride: A high profile, colored diamond is the perfect match, showcasing a playful and fancy style. Yellow and pink diamonds are becoming exceedingly popular. Choose a white gold band to really play up the brilliant hue.

For the sentimental heart: Choose a three stone ring to represent the past, present and future of your relationship. This style is for the couple who has been through everything together, and treasures the consistency of their loved one.

For the hopeless romantic: Vintage style rings are the perfect way to say “I do”. This timeless piece is ideal for lasting love. The old world charm captivates the romantic heart and tells the world your love is one for the storybooks.

Choosing a piece that tells your story gives your ring meaning and value. Marriage is a brilliant promise that deserves to be represented in an equally shining style. Show your love you know her heart with a personally selected diamond wedding ring.

Angelina versus Jennifer: Whose Man did it best?

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A year that saw multiple whirlwind romances also gave rise to one of the biggest wedding showdowns in recent memory. We are talking about the dueling weddings and dueling rings of Jennifer Anniston and Angelina Jolie. Ever since Anniston and Pitt split in 2005 and details emerged that there were questions about the timing of the first Jolie/Pitt hook up, the three have been forever linked and their weddings will be no different.

The Rings

Naturally as soon as Anniston’s rep confirmed the engagement rumors the comparisons began.  Anniston’s ring is estimated to be between 8 or 9 carats while Jolie’s ring is said to be 16 carats. Both rings have an estimated value of $500,000. Can you say coincidence? Jennifer’s ring is an oval shape while Jolie’s ring is more of an oblong shape similar a square cut emerald. Just like their own fashion style, the rings could not be more different from one another.

The Proposal

For Jolie and Pitt, the family that proposes together stays together. Pitt proposed to Jolie on an April afternoon. Once the ring that Pitt personally designed was ready for viewing, he gathered all 6 children together and told Jolie that he had a little present for her. As she unwrapped the gift and realized what it was, the tears began to flow. After the ring was placed on her finger, she took time to show each child the ring individually. It was a joyous occasion for the entire family. Justin however kept things low key when he proposed to Jennifer Anniston on a Friday evening in New York. He presented her with her ring while the couple was celebrating his birthday dinner. After tearing up, the two quietly shared the news with their families. They released a simple statement that was in line with their low key attitude to life.

Whether you are Team Anniston or Team Jolie, one thing is for sure all eyes will be on the dueling brides to see who wore it best. The next face off will be the official rings and the dress and we can not wait.

Kelly Clarkson Engaged

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The American Idol family has a little bit more to smile about this holiday season. One of their own is now spoken for. Former American Idol Kelly Clarkson is now engaged to her boyfriend Brandon Blackstock. However, she may have a surprising person to thank for the proposal. Blackstock manages country superstar Blake Shelton, and Black admits that he really gave Brandon a hard time about having not proposed to Kelly who according to Blake is,  “the best thing that ever happened to him.” That one line may have just earned Shelton a front row seat at the wedding of country royalty.

The couple may have been dating for only nine months, but Kelly has been very vocal about the fact that she intended to marry Blackstock. Blackstock is the stepson of country superstar Reba McEntire and Reba has said publicly that she could not be happier for the pair. However, she also tells fans to not be surprised if the public wedding that they are waiting for does not materialize. Kelly has also talked about the fact that she is more interested in the title of Mrs. Blackstock than of a large wedding. The two have even joked about eloping.

Blackstock worked tirelessly to create a stone that Kelly would instantly fall in love with. He focused on working with the jewel to create a ring that would showcase her love of the yellow diamond. Blackstock designed a 6 carat radiant cut canary diamond that is surrounded on all sides with a smaller row of diamonds. The canary yellow diamond sits on a band of white diamonds. Kelly has gone on record as having said that she was overwhelmed with emotion and actually cried at the proposal.

Kelly who had once thought that she may remain single forever now has a 6 carat reason to be thankful this New Year. As she and Blackstock begin to plan their life together and their wedding together, all we can do is wait and see what the matching piece to this canary yellow treasure will be.

 

Kate Winslet Weds in Secret Ceremony

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Hollywood has long been known as a trendsetter when it comes to how to throw the perfect wedding. As of late though it seems like there is a new more secretive trend emerging. More and more celebrities are tying the knot in secret ceremonies in an effort to preserve the intimacy of the moment for their friends and family. The newest member of the Secret Wedding Society is none other than the Titanic sensation herself, Kate Winslet.

Kate Winslet must have been extra nice this year. She received a visit from St. Nick a little earlier than expected when she wed her boyfriend Ned RocknRoll. The nephew of Sir Richard Branson and the Titanic star made it official in a private ceremony earlier in December at a barn in New York State. The ceremony was an intimate affair that was not even revealed to the parents until after the fact. Kate was escorted down the aisle by Titanic costar Leonardo DiCaprio. Kate and Ned were very successful in keeping their planned nuptials a secret. They had been engaged since the summer and the news was never leaked to the public. The only kink in their secret plans was when speculations did arise when Ned was spotted leaving a London jewelry store, but the result of that trip was a vintage love locket that he later gave Winslet as a gift. The private ceremony was attended by a few close family and friends as well as Winslet’s two children from previous marriages. It is rumored that the two exchanged matching $250,000 wedding bands, but as of yet neither one of them has been seen sporting their respective bands.

Now that the secret is out, the couple can begin to relax and start enjoying wedded bliss. Friends and family alike are beginning to help the couple celebrate their wedded bliss with an outpouring of gifts for the couple. That bliss also includes one of the most unique wedding gifts in history. As a celebration of their union, Richard Branson gave Kate a ticket for a trip into outer space.

The Allure of Black Diamonds

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For someone who loves diamonds but wants to stand out in a crowd, black diamonds are a great choice. Not only are they do they create an exciting sultry look, they are rare and elegant. Black diamonds are a great choice for all types of jewelry for both men and women alike.

There is no doubt that the black diamond has some mystery and allure to it, making it even more desirable in jewelry

The black diamond is also known as “Carbonado,” and it has a polycrystalline structure that causes it to sparkle. It is primarily found in Brazil and Central Africa. Black diamonds have traces of nitrogen and carbon in their structure, probing some people to question their origin. There is no doubt that the black diamond has some mystery and allure to it, making it even more desirable in jewelry. Its colors range from dark gray to deep black.

Black diamond jewelry is extremely versatile because it can be part of a casual outfit as well as a dressy ensemble. Black diamonds look great with a cocktail dress, business suit, or even jeans and a sweater. Because they have slightly less sparkle than a while diamond, black diamonds are perfect for men’s jewelry. In fact, many men have them as part of their wedding band designs. Black diamonds can create a masculine look that is incomparable to white diamonds.

Virtually any type of jewelry pieces become sensational with the addition of black diamonds. Perhaps one of the most interesting and gorgeous ideas is the black diamond engagement ring. Why go for a traditional white diamond like everyone else? A woman will surely stand and get noticed when she has a gorgeous black diamond solitaire ring on her left hand. A man and a woman can get matching black diamond wedding rings for a timeless and creative look.

Black diamonds look absolutely stunning when they are paired with other colored diamonds and gems in jewelry. The possibilities are rather endless when it comes to all of the combinations. Imagine a white gold ring with a black diamond round solitaire hugged by white diamonds, rubies, or sapphires. Or picture a platinum pendant with black diamonds and canary yellow diamonds. Stunning pieces of jewelry can be created with the addition of luscious black diamonds.

Top Three Most Expensive Engagement Rings

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One of the most important events in your life is getting engaged and the first thing you may think about is the diamond engagement ring. Proposing to your loved one may be the most exciting (and possibly nerve-racking) moment of your life, and the diamond engagement ring will make the moment even more special. This is why it should always be of the highest quality diamond and made with precious stones, like the diamond, and metals, for example, gold and silver. Listed below are three of the priciest diamond engagement rings worldwide.

#3 – House of Taylor’s Oval Diamond Engagement Ring

$1.3 million

House of Taylor’s oval-shaped diamond engagement ring falls in as the third most expensive diamond engagement ring worldwide. This diamond engagement elegant ring features an oval white diamond, shaped like a flower that is 5.98 carats, also the white diamonds around it measure in at 3.96 carats, which gives the appearance of a flower made out of diamonds. Its elegance also means a very hefty price tag, costing over a million dollars.

#2 – Tiffany Oval Diamond Engagement Rings

$1.465 million

The runner-up for the world’s priciest engagement ring is made by Tiffany. It is the oval diamond engagement ring, which has a wallet-busting price tag of nearly 1.5 million dollars. Price aside, this diamond engagement ring scream elegance and attractiveness and come in two shapes, oval and square pillow shape. Both are set in platinum.

The piece is available for $1.465 million, featuring an oval diamond set in platinum. The diamond is 14.79 carats. There is a less expensive version of the ring that sell for under a million dollars ($800,000), which features a square cushion diamond engagement ring set in platinum at 12.03 carats.

The most expensive diamond engagement ring in the world.

#1 – De Beers Round Brilliant Platinum

$1.83 million

At last we’ve reached the most expensive engagement ring in the world, which is the round brilliant platinum by De Beers. This diamond engagement ring has the most desired grade on the diamond color scale, D-grade. It has an elegant appearance and is very beautiful, featuring a 9 carat round diamond set in platinum.