The Best Engagement Ring for You, Based on Your Style Icon

Who you admire, sartorially speaking, says a lot about your taste and personal style, which in turn says a lot about which type of engagement ring you'd like to wear forever (no pressure). For example, if your style icon is Blake Lively, you're likely drawn to Old Hollywood glamour, and therein lies the specific direction you should go when engagement ring shopping! (Yes, it's that easy.) Keep scrolling to see the best types of engagement rings to shop based on your style icon, all of which have a very distinct style of their own. 

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Quintessential cool girl Alexa Chung has a slightly quirky, sometimes androgynous sense of style. Look for unexpected rings with unique details if you're a fan of this fashion girl.

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On Alexa Chung: Dior top and skirt.

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Minimalism, sophistication, and clean lines define Victoria Beckham's aesthetic. Look for similarly defined rings if VB's contemporary style is your cup of tea.

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On Victoria Beckham: Victoria Beckham D-Frame Acetate Sunglasses ($450) and Half Moon Leather Shoulder Bag ($2500). 

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Those who admire Solange Knowles's directional, retro sense of style would adore a one-of-a-kind vintage or vintage-inspired ring. A special piece is likely of more importance to you than size. 

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On Solange Knowles: C/Meo Collective for Saint Heron Take Care Bustier ($190) and Golden Age Pants ($220).

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Blake Lively, the definition of a glamour girl, has a rose gold engagement ring that's fit for a princess. If the actress is your style icon, focus on similarly traditional rings with major sparkle. 

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On Blake Lively: Cushnie et Ochs dress; Salvatore Ferragamo clutch; Christian Louboutin Miss Taos Pumps ($2495).

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Feminine, a bit classic, and always cool, Olivia Palermo is always the best dressed girl in the room. If you seek to emulate her style, focus on rings that are classic with a twist, like Palermo's own square-cut yellow diamond stunner.

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On Olivia Palermo: Chelsea28 + Olivia Palermo dress; Paige Kendall Studded Belt ($160); French Sole ballet flats.

Who is your style icon? Tell us in the comments below!

Allyson Payer
Senior Editor

Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.