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There are many kinds of diamonds to choose for your loved one, especially for an engagement ring. You can actually choose different designs, shapes, sizes and colors.

Colorless diamonds are popular choices for engagement rings. A man can choose to give his bride-to-be a pink or yellow diamond engagement ring; which is preferred by a lot of women. So giving a black diamond engagement ring is not really a popular choice.

Unlike traditional colors of diamond engagement rings, a black diamond engagement ring is "unique if not an eccentric kind of ring to choose for a loved one.

There a probably a few women who would have a taste or penchant for this very odd color of engagement ring because often the color of black is associated with evil, darkness or even witchcraft. So it would be surprising if not scary to be given a ring especially a black diamond engagement ring.

But unknown to people, black diamonds are popular stone choices for male jewelries especially for Europeans. Usually black diamonds are included in wedding rings and bracelets. They are often combined with more lustrous or more colorful diamonds and other precious stones to enhance the brilliance of the colored gems or highlight the black diamond itself.

Men who offer to give a black diamond engagement ring also choose rings that are set in platinum or titanium to enhance the color of the black diamond or combine it with stones the color of their choice and have the design custom made to make it extra special.

The appearance of black diamonds may be in hues of green, gray or midnight black. The color can range from being dense or translucent in hue.

When buying a black diamond engagement ring, you need to go to an accredited jeweler because some people trick sellers by adding color to fancy stones and make it appear a true black diamond. You can ask for papers proving that you are getting the real deal.

Did you know that the marquise design of diamond rings is believed to originate in France as far back as the 18th century?

King Louis XIV asked jewelers to design a unique shape of a diamond that is similar to the sultry way his then mistress, the Marquise de Pompadour smiles. This shape of diamond is slender and elongated with ends that are pointed much like the lips.

More and more couples today prefer the marquise diamond engagement ring because of its practicality, it is more affordable than the round or oval cut diamond. If you want to have a less conventional cut diamond, this is the right choice.

The shape of the marquise diamond engagement ring may be deceiving, since it is elongated; it seems larger and heavier than its actual carat size.

Just like the radiant cut diamond engagement ring, the marquise diamond engagement ring is cut in a multifaceted way and appears to have a bow-tie effect when light reflects on it. It produces an effect of dancing lights and radiates in the sun. And this characteristic adds for its popularity for engagement rings.

The proportion of the marquise diamond engagement ring varies, but the gem experts and jewelers say that the perfect proportion for this type of ring is that width should be the same length as its height that achieves a more prominent and radiant bow-tie effect.

For practical and aesthetic reasons, instead of having the marquise diamond engagement ring to be a solitaire diamond, you can add other precious gems or stones or have it in bridal set engagement ring. This way you can have the manifestation of having a larger diamond stone intricately designed that looks expensive.

The marquise diamond engagement ring is perfect for any woman, it actually flatters the fingers because of its cut, making the fingers seem elongated and elegant.

Diamonds remain to be one of the most sought-after possessions for they represent perfection, beauty, power, and wealth. Among all gemstones, a diamond is considered the most suitable particularly in engagements.

An engagement ring is a piece of jewelry worn with much value. Engagement rings oftentimes lead to a wonderful union between two lives. History affirms that engagement rings came about in 1215 when Pope Innocent III declared an interlude for marriages. In those times, as promise from the man that he would not abandon his woman during the waiting period, a simple metal band was given to the woman.

These bands were later enhanced and accentuated with gemstones and eventually came to be known as engagement rings.

Today, modern technology provides for wide varieties of diamond engagement rings, perfectly cut and ornamented. Yet despite the boom of contemporary designs made of famous brands, many couples still prefer heirloom or antique engagement ring.

An antique diamond engagement ring has its unique charm that cannot be found in mass marketed jewelries. Passed from generation to generation, antique diamond engagement rings bear witness to unconditional, endless loves. It brings ardent hope of lasting bond for the would-be couple.

Any ring over 50 years of existence is an antique. Antique diamond engagement rings are often lavishly designed. They have distinctly varied designs, including Victorian, Edwardian, and Art-Deco, to name a few. It could even be said that no two antique rings are ever the same, as none of them could ever have identical cuts.

Antique rings unlike the new fashioned rings, made out of state of the art technology, are not perfectly cut but this very imperfection adds even more to the ingenuity and uniqueness of each piece.

Though rare, you can still get hold of antique diamond engagement rings if you are clever and patient enough to search for it. Here are some suggestions:

You can first rummage your mothers jewelry box, who knows what prized possession you might find in there. You can go to a certified and trusted jeweler who may guide you in your quest. You can go to a pawnshop or visit an antique/vintage store. You can attend estate sales where you can find estate rings; these are newer rings, not yet antique, but are on their way to becoming so.

And of course, use the internet to get quick access about these timeless masterpieces.

The ''snuggliest'' boot known to boot wearers if Uggs. Inside there is sheepskin that is cozy and soft. It forms to the foot, keeps it toasty in the winter, cool in the summer and takes away any trace of moisture. They are popular because they are comfortable and fashionable.

These Uggs boots will become your favorites especially when you consider how they can be on the fashion pages and be in the mainstream. And why is that? Because they are comfortable and stylish. Uggs developed from the popular choices of practical consumers, not from hype.

If you have to watch your budget, you can find cheap Uggs or discounted Uggs perhaps on Ebay. However, at online and retail shoe stores, discounted boots are not to be found.

In the 1960's, Uggs became popular in Australia with the swimming and surfing crowd. California was the next stop for the fashion sensation. They are still the hottest footwear around.

Uggs slippers are made of warm sheepskin and are available in short and tall styles with colors in the neutral pallet with tans and browns. With their flat heels, they can be comfortably worn as a house slipper or on the street. They are cool in the summer and warm in the winter. A fantastic feature is that they are odor free!

Uggs were so comfy and practical they they became super popular and soon word was on the street about the new footwear. Sheepskin feels really good on your feet as opposed to cowhide. And this construction breathes and allows air to circulate which reduces the tendency to create odors.

The sheepskin inside allows your foot to breathe so that your foot is not hot in summer and it is not cold in the wintertime. It is the best footwear for any time of year. This goes for the slippers as well. The wool inner lining is designed to allow the wearer to go without socks. Your best choice is to go with Uggs Australia.

Did you ever wonder how the word Ugg came about? The common interpretation was ''ugly boot''. The Australian sheep shearers who first crafted the boot thought they were ugly. Well, the name stuck even though the newly-designed version is attractive and a far cry from the frontier beginnings. They are cozy and functional.

Today there are so many styles to choose from for women's and men's Ugg boots. A variety of colors and materials can be chosen as well as the classic version of the Ugg boot. The Ugg boot with sheepskin sock liners and crocheted upper parts emerged as one of Oprah Winfrey's ''Favorite Things'' on her show. Uggs has incorporated design features like a slimmed down upper part, lacy looks and various lengths and colors.