Frosted Engagement Rings

 Matte engagement rings are rapidly gaining ground from their glossy counterparts. For the second year, white gold engagement rings with a matte surface have been one of the main jewelry trends. If earlier products were more appreciated for their brightness and purity of shine, now - for an unusual texture and muted radiance.

The matte finish gives even the simplest decoration an elegant chic. Any decor looks more expressive on it. These ornaments are perfect for true connoisseurs, fans of beauty and understated elegance.

Matte engagement rings are distinguished by a special manufacturing technology. They are not picky to wear, but require care. Who is more suitable for matte engagement rings, what are their advantages, what models are popular in the jewelry market today - we will tell you about this and not only in a new article below.

How to create matte engagement rings?

Matte engagement rings can be different: with rough or barely noticeable roughness, with the effect of satin (externally similar to polished), scattered sand, relief (with small holes), or antique.

Jewelers often combine different types of matting in a single gold engagement ring, creating interesting visual effects.

The matte structure of such rings is an accent in itself, because it looks fresh and at the same time unusual.

What is the process of matting products? In a simplified sense — this is the creation of roughness on the surface of the metal. Getting on such a coating, the light is scattered in different directions, so the product does not shine, but gently flickers.

Masters give the metal a matte finish by processing with metal brushes, quartz particles, chemical compositions or a laser. The latter modifies only the top layer of the aurum, so in the process of wearing the glossiness returns.

Metal brushes, chisels (steel rods) or quartz particles (shot blasting) beat off small irregularities on the surface. The degree of” graininess " depends on the device used — the larger it is, the brighter the texture.

A matte surface is possible on both smooth and openwork rings, although the latter will cost more than the classic.

Features of Matte Rings

The subdued shine of the matte rings fascinates with its nobility and restraint. Engagement rings can be smooth and patterned, with or without precious inlay, avant-garde or traditional. Decorating the rings with transparent diamonds envelops the decoration with a light glow.

If desired, you can experiment with the width of the rim, trying on both thin (from 2 mm) and wide rings (up to 10-15 mm).

Jewelry artists create rings with original floral or geometric ornaments. The matte background gives the smooth pattern an expressive volume, makes it more distinct and "alive". The combination of matte and smooth surfaces enhances the contrast of colors.

Advantages of Frosted Engagement Rings

The main advantage is its versatility. The slightly shimmering ring is coquettishly combined with jeans and a dress, as well as with other accessories (cufflinks, watches, tie clips).

Compared to their glossy counterparts, the matte models win in terms of practicality. They are less visible micro-scratches, so they are more durable to wear.

Such products look inconspicuous, but refined. To get away from minimalism, the accessory can be decorated with diamonds or supplemented with engraving.

Who are they suitable for?

Both men and women who adhere to the principle of discreet luxury in clothing and accessories.

The matte finish ensures the durability of the product in wear. This ring is suitable for people who are engaged in traumatic and "dusty" work. For example, employees of the metallurgical industry, as well as firefighters, rescuers, movers, builders.

Varieties of frosted engagement rings

The matte finish looks good on classic rings with a simple rim, as well as on models with non-trivial decor. Jewelers combine different metals, textures, and even shapes in one product. The ring can be round or flat in cross-section, square, or in the form of a figure encircling the finger.

Those who prefer rings with an unusual twist may be interested in models with a matte-glossy surface (with rough/delicate matting or with polished details), or double-alloy. For example, a muted lemon gold becomes a decoration, against which the duet of white gold+diamonds shines even brighter.

Made of white gold

Such products are suitable for any color type, skin tone, and also organically fit into a business and casual wardrobe. However, over time, a white gold engagement ring may turn yellow. To restore its whiteness, the ring is re-coated with a layer of rhodium.

The white color of the metal emphasizes the radiance of diamonds, cubic zirconia. An equally spectacular tandem is created by the play of emeralds and sapphires in contrast.

Made of yellow gold

This option is suitable for all owners of a warm color type (autumn, spring), dark-skinned and red-haired beauties. Such a ring, unlike a glossy one, will be appropriate for a wedding. An elegant engagement ring made of yellow gold with the effect of satin or scattered sand - in the yellow version, its shimmer enchants.

Combinations

Jewelers play with the texture of the ring, alternating glossy and matte details, as well as different types of gold. This preserves the same properties of the products and allows you to melt even complex patterns.

The trend of 2020 is striped rings (different metals alternate with each other in stripes). The connection line is often made indistinct, and abstract patterns give the decoration a special zest.

The contrast of textures

Playing on the difference in textures always gives the product an interesting twist. The matte stripe can be placed in the center or around the rim of the ring, elegantly emphasizing the contours of the product.

An alternative option is to make inscriptions/patterns with one coating over another. In this case, the decor will not attract all the attention, but at the same time it will give the product a certain symbolism.

In addition, you can create a completely unexpected shape, where the matte turns into gloss and vice versa. However, such accessories require careful care, because each part must be cleaned separately.