58 Gorgeous Diamond Bands for Girls Who Don’t Want an Engagement Ring

Not every girl wants a big ol’ rock

by Laura Lajiness

Updated 04/29/18

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When it comes to engagement rings, it’s hard not to imagine a pretty diamond nestled on a gorgeous band, right? There's similarly a misconception that when you’re on the receiving end of such an engagement ring, the bigger, the better. Well, that’s simply not the case for every woman. Shocker! Instead of a flashy sparkler, some women would prefer an elegant band. And while certainly more understated than a beautifully set diamond or gemstone, some are just as, if not blingier than their traditional engagement ring counterparts. Eternity baguettes, anyone? More on this later.

Whether you’re one for subtlety, subscribe to a minimal style aesthetic, simply don’t have the budget for a conventional diamond ring, or you straight up don’t like bling, there’s more than enough reason to not want the expected diamond ring that most people envision. If you do still want a “normal” engagement ring, bands are the perfect backup on occasions when you choose not to wear your bigger bauble.

Obviously, we’re hardly ones to argue the appeal of a large diamond ring. However, if a band is up your alley, you have a multitude of gorgeous styles to choose from. For those who still want diamonds, offerings range from dainty to extravagant. Think: Thin bands sprinkled with tiny diamonds to timeless pavé eternity bands to incredibly brilliant and stunning baguettes in an eternity settling (talk about wowza!). Then there’s the most restrained route: A simple gold or silver band modestly unadorned. Demure, yet lovely. There’s also the alternative of going unconventional. Perhaps a contemporary two-tone band with wavy diamond pavé? Or, what about a fluid ‘tiara’ shape with a series of multi-shaped diamonds in various sizes? Super dynamic.

The most important thing to realize is that bands are just as stunning as a traditional engagement ring. It’s merely a style preference, not a compromise. Qualms about sacrificing style or beauty needn’t exist because you’re foregoing a bigger stone.

If you think a band is right for you, ahead, we culled an edit guaranteed to suit every style and budget. Get inspired!

See more: Unique Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Pairings

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Topaz Teardrop Band

Courtesy of Loren Stewart

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Cirque Meeting Arrows Ring with White Topaz

Courtesy of Jane Taylor

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Arik Kastan

Courtesy of Arik Kastan

Thin Stacking Ring - Moonstone

SHOP NOW: Arik Kastan, $730

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Suz Somersall

Courtesy of Suz Somersall

18k Double Ivy Band LUXE

SHOP NOW: Suz Somersall, $750

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Anne Sisteron

Courtesy of Anne Sisteron

14k Rose Gold Bezel Set Diamond Faith Ring

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The Infinity Band in 18k Yellow Gold

Courtesy of Vrai & Oro

SHOP NOW: Vrai & Oro, $817

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Jeanie Ann Diamond Band

Courtesy of Dana Rebecca Designs

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Duo Ring

Courtesy of Love Adorned

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Curved Snow Queen Ring in 14k Gold

Courtesy of Catbird Jewelry

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Diamond Chevron Ring White Gold

Courtesy of J.Luu

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14k Princess Diamond Eternity Band

Courtesy of Zoe Chicco

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The Balliér Ring – Oval Cut

Courtesy of Après Jewelry

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Tiara Curve Band Yellow Gold & White Diamonds

Courtesy of Anna Sheffield

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Diamond Infinity Ring

Courtesy of Yi Collection

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Diamond Cigar Band in 14k Yellow Gold with White Diamonds

Courtesy of Eriness

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White Diamond Bezel Band

Courtesy of Blanca Monrós Gómez

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Diana Pear Diamond Demi-Eternity Band

Courtesy of Gillian Conroy

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Crescent Diamond Ring

Courtesy of Bario Neal

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Wonder Woman White Diamond Ring

Courtesy of Lori McLean Fine Jewelry

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Ava Vintage Inspired Brilliant Diamond Band

Courtesy of Ken & Dana Design

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Kelp Eternity Pavé Band

Courtesy of Rebecca Overmann

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18k Yellow Gold Small Bliss Mix Band

Courtesy of Suzanne Kalan

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One of a Kind Mirrored Tappered Baguettes Ring

Courtesy of Wwake

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Afton Ring in 18k with Baguette Diamonds

Courtesy of ILA

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Camélia Ring in 18k Gold and Diamonds

Courtesy of Chanel

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Dublo Movement Ring

Courtesy of Swati Dhanak

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Courtesy of Temple St. Clair

18K Trio Eternity Ring With Diamond SHOP NOW: Temple St. Clair, $3,950

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Medium Kismet Band

Courtesy of Jade Trau

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The Zipper Band in Rose Gold with Pale Chapagne Pavé

Courtesy of Eva Fehren

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Eternal River of Light Band

Courtesy of Claire Kinder

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Baguette Diamond Band in 18k White Gold

Courtesy of Pamela Love Fine Jewelry available at Twist

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Serpenti Wedding Band in 18k Rose Gold with Pavé Diamonds

Courtesy of Bulgari

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Diamond Crown Ring-Supreme in 18k Rose Gold

Courtesy of Kataoka

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Origami Ziggy Diamond Ring in Rose Gold

Courtesy of Kavant & Sharart

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Aeon Platinum Infinity Style Wedding Band

Courtesy of Yael Designs

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Pale Brown Diamond Stream Wave Ring

Courtesy of Fernando Jorge available at Twist

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Trinity Ruban Wedding Band

Courtesy of Cartier

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Eternity Stackable Rings

Courtesy of Rahaminov Diamonds available at Forevermark

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Prive Luxe Double Pave Diamond Band Ring

Courtesy of Jemma Wynne

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Integre Wedding Band Set

Courtesy of Pluczenik available at Forevermark

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Octagon Diamond Eternity Band

Courtesy of Finn

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Princess Diamond Eternity Ring in 18k Yellow Gold

Courtesy of Ritani

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Royal T Band with Pear Shaped Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold

Courtesy of Tacori

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Zipper Ring in Rose Gold

Courtesy of Anita Ko

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Half Allegra Eternity Band 0.25CT

Courtesy of De Beers

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6.30ct Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Rose Gold

Courtesy of Mark Broumand

SHOP NOW: Mark Broumand, $14,995

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5MM Crown Bezel Diamond Eternity Ring

Courtesy of Grace Lee

SHOP NOW: Grace Lee, $15,880

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Alternating Tapered Baguette Eternity Band

Courtesy of Lizzie Mandler

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Possession Wedding Ring in 18k White Gold

Courtesy of Piaget

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Clarity Eternity Band

Courtesy of Mindi Mond

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Tapered Baguette Eternity Band

Courtesy of Ashley Zhang

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Enlacement Wedding Band in Platinum and Diamonds

Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels

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10 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring

Courtesy of Diamond Scene available at 1stdibs

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Diamond Shapes Wide Band

Courtesy of Mociun

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Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band in Platinum

Courtesy of Martin Katz

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Diamond Simplicity Ring in 18K Fairmined Gold and White Diamonds

Courtesy of Ana Khouri

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Yellow Gold Ring with White Diamonds and White Diamond Baguettes

Courtesy of Nikos Koulis

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Sideways Eternity Band in Platinum

Courtesy of Ashoka

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