When it comes to engagement rings, some women are unwilling to deviate from classic, solitaire diamonds; others are totally open to the idea of rocking a non-traditional ring that speaks to them for one reason or another — even if that reason is they really love Disney movies.
If you're a huge fan of the film Frozen — and I've yet to find one person who isn't — you can now commit to your honey with the help of an engagement ring inspired by Elsa, the Snow Queen of Arendelle, or Princess Anna. An online jewelry site called Gemvara probably figured it would be a pretty cool, not to mention timely, idea to feature items like its Elsa-ish Snowflake ring, which contains a pretty aquamarine, and the more funky Flamenco Ring, which you could easily picture on the finger of Princess Anna.
If rings inspired by pop culture or trends are your thing, there are quite a few at your fingertips (ha, ha). Here are 7 of the most interesting ones out there.
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Elsa From 'Frozen'
The vintage-inspired aquamarine Snowflake ring certainly suits Frozen's Elsa, the Snow Queen of Arendelle, but it's also perfect for winter brides who can appreciate a colored stone with their diamond accents ($970 at Gemvara.com).
Princess Anna From 'Frozen'
A hip and fearless princess like Frozen's Anna wouldn't be caught dead in a diamond ring. This Flamenco ring contains fiery stones like a sapphire, emeralds, and amethyst and a wildly cool yet still vintage-like design ($2,060 at Gemvara.com).
Hello Kitty Ring
There's a reason Hello Kitty products continue to be a huge hit among girls and women of all ages — its little feline mascot is pretty adorable. Considering this ring's price, I'm going to be a gambling woman and say you probably aren't getting a diamond here, but you will receive a ton of smiles and "awwww"s from perfect strangers ($145.99 at Rakuten).
Bella From 'Twilight's Ring
Again, we can't speak for the quality of this ring, but you have to admit: it's a dead ringer for the one Edward gave Bella in Twilight: Breaking Dawn ($29.98 at Amazon.com).
'Star Trek' Engagement Ring
There are die-hard fans of TV shows and films, and then there are Star Trek super fans — who are definitely in a league of their own. This sterling silver ring with white sapphire would make any Trekkie squeal with delight.
'Lord of the Rings' Engagement Ring
This ring is a dream for fans of The Lord of Rings films. The outside engraving translates to "One ring to rule them all, one ring to find them," while the inside deep engraving means "One ring to bring them all and in the darkness bind them." The ring comes in either 10K, 14K, or 18K gold ($719, $1,129, or $1,719 at e-weddingbands.com).
Belle From 'Beauty and the Beast' Ring
You didn't think you couldn't get an engagement ring inspired by every one of your favorite Disney princesses, did you?! This is the ring Beauty and the Beast's Belle would wear — yellow gold fleur-de-lis, yellow and blue sapphires, and all ($3,195 at Gemvara.com). Interested in seeing what Cinderella, Snow White, and the rest of the princesses would rock? Check out this page.
