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5 2000s Engagement Ring Trends That Should Be More Popular

As seen on Kate Middleton, Hilary Duff, and more.

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From halo settings on Kate Middleton to princess cuts on Hilary Duff, find the top 2000s engagement ...
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After a long period of minimalism in the ‘90s, engagement ring trends became more about the bling throughout the early-aughts. Stones were mounted on double shanks, pavé bands were everywhere, and Princess cuts upped the sparkle ante. Ahead, find the top 2000s engagement ring trends.

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Pavé Bands

The 2000s gave rise to a little extra bling, by way of pavé bands. They added that little bit of sparkle, while still making sure all eyes were on the center stone.
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