Don't be afraid to experiment when designing your ring because it should both reflect your personality and your individual taste. With so many different colours, trends and combinations to consider it is important to have a good look around.

Brides today are turning to designs that highlight vibrant gems and fancy-coloured diamonds. If you're looking for fresh, bold looks that give tradition a twist, yellow, pink and cognac diamonds as well as sapphires, emeralds and rubies are steadily rising in popularity.

One important thing to remember, fashions will come and go so make sure you choose carefully as your ring will be with you for a lifetime.