Two jewelry experts trace the origins and trends of wedding jewelry and offer advice to betrothed couples on how to select or even design their own wedding bands and engagement rings. "An absolute collector's item for the fashionista and a beautiful handbook for the bride." -- Vera Wang "Informative and fun, With This Ring covers all the facets of wedding jewelry. " -- Neil Lane With This Ring offers instant inspiration and a wealth of information on every aspect of wedding jewelry from the all-important engagement ring to the best earrings for wedding photographs. Jewelry experts Penny Proddow and Marion Fasel trace the beautiful origins and glamorous contemporary styles of rings, precious presents, and wedding day jewelry. You will learn the history of wedding jewelry, the lore of precious gems, and the romantic messages lovers had inscribed on their rings long ago. Fascinating celebrity anecdotes how Jacqueline Kennedy had her ring reset, the story of Grace Kelly s two engagement rings, and Audrey Hepburn s three wedding bands are sure to inspire your own jewelry choices. Everything you need to know about engagement ring design and how to choose a diamond commonly referred to as the 4C s, are explained. Jewelry is beautiful, personal, and enduring. With This Ring offers an abundance of ideas for a bride and groom looking to celebrate the most significant and romantic time of their lives. Penny Proddow and Marion Fasel are Contributing Editors for In Style, and have previously authored Diamonds: A Century of Spectacular Jewels and Hollywood Jewels: Movies, Jewelry, Stars; and Bejeweled: Great Designers, Celebrity Style. Used Book in Good Condition