When you look at an engagement ring, you probably know right away whether or not you like it. Yet, many people don't give as much thought to whether they like a ring's setting as they do about other traits of the ring. Like the shape, metal, and gemstone you choose, the setting is another important choice you'll have to make when choosing an engagement ring. The setting indicates how the diamond or alternative gemstone connects to the band. 

The bezel setting is very different from other settings, because rather than having a gemstone that sits up on prongs, this option makes the setting the star of the show. A bezel setting is a thin outline of metal that surrounds the stone. While it has a distinct, unique, and undeniably chic look, it also has some other positive attributes that aren't about the ring's aesthetic. 

Founder of The Clear Cut, Olivia Landau, explained to The Zoe Report, "We are seeing more couples opt for either a full bezel or half bezel setting for their diamond engagement rings. The bezel setting offers a sleek and modern twist to a traditional solitaire ring. We see bezel settings on mostly geometric shapes like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts, and radiant cut diamonds. However, we are also increasingly seeing more cushion cuts and ovals being set in bezels." The bezel setting doesn't put limitations on the size and shape of your ring; instead, it actually opens up more options than other settings.