Notables: Non-Traditional Engagement Rings

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I'm taking on something I've never taken on before here on Notable... engagement rings! Now, if you already have a rock on your finger, I know you won't mind taking a look at a little more bling (so keep scrolling!) and if your not yet "frosted," get ready for some serious eye candy and get the hints rolling! Of course, in non-traditional tradition, none of these rings are your typical engagement ring. I'm not one to want the ring that every girl has, so keep an open mind and take a look at these unique stunners! Which one is your favorite?

Not feeling the diamond thing? Why not get a few dainty stackable bands instead?

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No other words than... in love!

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I love colored stones and stones that just aren't diamonds... a little classic elegance anyone?

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Pretty, pretty vintage-style setting!

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Totally different and totally perfect for the down to earth bride-to-be!

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No matter what, I will always favor a rectangular shape over a round one!

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This is probably my favorite of the whole post... the classic, emerald cut and the double, vintage-esque band... perfection!

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Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly

Weddings, Etc: An Alfred Hitchcock Engagement Session

As Notable Inspiration is in it’s beginning stages I don’t often have a jaw-dropping engagement session to share with you all, but I figured I’d start things off with a bang! This shoot by Steve DePino is inspired by none other than Alfred Hitchock, no not your typical first thought when you think of a photo shoot announcing your engagement but as you can see here, sometimes stepping outside the box sometimes pays off (A LOT!). So behold couple Jen & Matt’s stunning photos that really capture their personalities.

Wondering how they chose the theme? Here’s a little peak behind-the-scenes from Jen, the bride-to-be…

Matt and I went for a consultation at Steve's home in Guilford, CT and we were all basically trying to get to know each other. Steve wanted to know what our interests and personalities were like, and so I said that we love anything vintage and that I love old horror films (among a bunch of other things!). So he then said, "Are you into Hitchcock at all?" and of course I said ABSOLUTELY! From there, we came up with the idea to do a Hitchcock-themed engagement shoot.

Matt and I sought out some vintage-esque attire and Steve provided some props (like a smoke machine, black crows from a Halloween sale, etc). For the shoot, we shot at locations such as Steve's home, an old abandoned train station, a huge field, a parking lot, among others. Steve was awesome - we got along with him so well as he seemed to be very much on our wave-length...style-wise, sense of humor, etc. We were so comfortable the entire time which made the experience that much more enjoyable and memorable!

Aspiring to Inspire,

Kelly