But with the white wedding era on the wane ... Her Eternal Multi Ring, made of 18ct fairtrade gold and semi precious stones, is a chic alternative to girly engagement bijoux.

One of these alternatives is a cubic zirconia ... the most expensive and durable metal for wedding rings, which got her thinking why a low-cost stone would be paired with a big-budget setting.

As somebody who was very excited to marry my partner, I was resentful of that first question being, ‘Oh my God, where’s the ring?’” ...