Trending Now: Bypass Engagement Ring
Both elegant and graceful, the asymmetrical, swirling band on a bypass engagement ring wraps around or overlaps the center stone. This unique setting in platinum, yellow, or white gold, showcases and embraces your gemstone like no other setting.
What is a Bypass Engagement Ring?
A traditional engagement ring design features a band that follows a straight line, meeting at the center gemstone. By contrast, the architecture of a bypass engagement ring is fluid; the two ends of the band bypass each other for a gentle, wave-like effect.
The design lowers the profile of the center stone, setting it closer to the finger and making it ideal for those with an active lifestyle.
The History and Symbolism of the Bypass Ring
Couples who’ve discovered the distinctive bypass design are enamored of its long and romantic history. The roots of this style extend back to ancient Rome, and it saw a major resurgence in popularity during the Victorian period. An especially coveted bypass design during that time was called Toi et Moi, French for “you and me.”
In more modern times, the bypass engagement ring came back into vogue in 1953, when John F. Kennedy presented a custom-designed bypass ring to Jacqueline Bouvier upon their engagement. Featuring a 2.88-carat diamond on one end, and a 2.84-carat emerald on the other, the ring remains one of the most widely replicated designs in history.
The bypass ring evokes deeply poetic and sentimental symbolism. The overlapping arms of the band are interpreted as “two souls coming together.”
Best Gemstone Shape to Pair with a Bypass Ring
The asymmetry of the ring’s design is beautifully complemented when paired with a number of varying gemstone shapes. The curving flow of the metal is mirrored by marquise- and pear-shaped gems, which offer a fluid transition between the band and the stone.
Oval- and round-shaped gems soften the appearance of the ring. The two bypassing metals appear to cradle these stones in their setting.
It’s best to avoid geometric-shaped stones if you’re choosing a bypass engagement ring. Emerald- and princess-cut diamonds tend to clash with the flow of the bands, their sharp corners fighting against the soft curves of the band.
Wedding Rings that Complement a Bypass Engagement Ring
Because a bypass engagement ring has an uneven and curving silhouette, you’ll want your wedding ring to mirror that style. Contour or curved wedding bands mimic the waves of a bypass ring. A chevron or v-shaped band also pairs nicely, fitting snugly against the engagement ring for a stacking look.
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