The popularity of plus size fashion has exploded. Instead of trying to conform to the super-skinny body type that graces the covers of fashion magazines, women have begun to celebrate the skin they're in. This week, The Daily Beast covered the plus size blogging craze and reported that "despite more than 50 percent of American women being a size 14 and above, models, magazines, and clothing stores remain the domain of the 00. Most stores rarely stock above a size 12."

The same is true for rings: Most jewelry companies carry rings close to the standard women's size of 7 and the men's 10, no larger. My Trio Rings is proud to offer plus size rings, up to size 13 for women and size 16 for men. We know that our customers come in all shapes and sizes, and finding a ring that suits you should be a pleasant, worry-free experience. 

Our ring size guide will help you determine the right fit. We'll be happy to send you a free plastic ring sizer in the mail, or if you'd like to order right away, you can print out a paper version from our website. We even have an International Ring Size Conversion Chart for our customers abroad.

Once you've found your size, then you can start the fun of choosing a trio wedding ring set that's perfect for you. Here are just a couple of possibilities that may suit your style for a ladies' engagement ring, ladies' wedding ring, and men's wedding ring: 

Classic: 1/2 Carat Diamond Trio Wedding Ring Set 10k White Gold

This ring set features a line of diamonds embedded into a slender band, for the couple who tends toward simple elegance. 

Elegant: 1/4 Carat Diamond Trio Wedding Ring Set 14k White Gold

The sleek diagonal lines in this trio ring set highlight the 16 round cut, conflict-free diamonds clustered into the 14K white gold bands.

Ornate: 1 Carat Diamond Trio Wedding Ring Set 14k Yellow Gold

If you're looking for impact, this ring set has it. There are a total of 66 diamonds in these yellow gold bands, which provide an impressive sparkle. The round diamond flower cluster in the engagement ring complemented by accent diamonds is the crowning glory of this set.

You can select plus size rings in these styles or many others. We invite you to browse the My Trio Rings website and find the perfect rings for you!

If you have been married for several years, you might be surprised how quickly the time has flown by and how much your lives have changed since you said, “I do.” You may have switched jobs, bought a new house or started a family, but the one constant through all the big changes has been your love for your spouse. 

Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for you to reaffirm your commitment to one another each year. This year, make the occasion extra special by selecting beautiful new matching wedding bands as a memorable and lasting gift. Many couples decide to replace their wedding rings after a few years of marriage for a variety of reasons. Some couldn’t afford the rings they wanted when they were younger and want to invest in new wedding rings now that they are more financially secure. Some want wedding bands that complement each other and reflect their current personal style. 

No matter what your style or budget, you can find a perfect fit at My Trio Rings. Here are a few examples: 

Romantic Matching Wedding Bands

1/2 CT. T.W. Diamond Matching Wedding Band Set 14K Yellow Gold

Our Price: $559.99  Retail: $1,399.99  You Save: $840.00

This elegant wedding band set has simple, smooth lines and features natural, baguette-cut, conflict-free diamonds in 14K yellow gold (20 in the ladies’ band and 18 in the men’s band).

1/10 CT. T.W. Diamond Ladies' and Men's Wedding Set 14K White Gold

Our Price: $589.99  Retail: $1,499.99  You Save: $910.00

These matching wedding bands put a modern spin on a vintage look. The 14K white gold rings have a unique, distinctive wave shape, each set with three round-cut, conflict-free diamonds.   

1/2 CT. T.W. Diamond Matching Wedding Band Set 14K Yellow Gold

Our Price: $659.99  Retail: $1,699.99  You Save: $1,040.00

If you’re looking for some “wow factor” in your new wedding rings, look no further. The geometric style of these matching bands accentuates the brilliance of two rows of round-cut diamonds (24 on the ladies’ band and 30 on the men’s).

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In today’s world of mega sales, comparison shopping at your fingertips, online auctions, price matching, and the like, you have the information you need to get the best possible deal, whether you are in the market for a new pair of boots, a new refrigerator, or a new car. Ask your friends. Search online. Even ask the retailer if there are better deals available. Whatever you do, if you want to get a really good deal, take the time to find out more before you impulsively pull out your credit card.

Now, if you are planning to get married, trio wedding ring sets, or wedding / engagement jewelry of any kind, is not likely to be an impulse buy. But there are smarter ways to shop. Most importantly, shop for trio wedding ring sets rather than purchasing rings individually.

1. Trio wedding ring sets save time and money.

A set includes an engagement ring plus a wedding band for both the bride and the groom. All three rings coordinate with each other. Since they are manufactured, marketed, and sold together, this saves the retailer money, and this savings is passed on to the bride and groom to be. It also simplifies the decision-making process and saves the happy couple a lot of hemming and hawing about whether this affordable engagement ring matches that wedding band.

2. Trio wedding rings sets from online retailers save even more.

Brick-and-mortar stores have more overhead costs and middle men, making their costs higher. If you fall in love with a particular ring at an in-person jewelry store, write down the specs and search online before you commit. It is very likely that you can find a similar affordable engagement ring – or even a set of three rings – for much less money online through reliable, low-pressure retailers such as My Trio Rings. Such jewelers have fewer overhead costs and can generally offer much better deals on quality diamond jewelry.

3. Trio wedding ring sets with clusters of diamonds save the most.

If you choose a ring or rings with a cluster of smaller diamonds rather than a larger diamond solitaire, then you can get a big savings right there. Smaller, high quality diamonds are less expensive than higher carat diamonds, and they still make a big visual impact for a much lower price.

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When it comes to diamond cluster engagement rings for celebrities, the trend seems to be the bigger, the better. Most celebrities have a larger engagement ring budget than the rest of us, and sometimes there seems to be a game of one-upmanship going on with Hollywood engagements and weddings. So what ARE the biggest celebrity engagement rings of all time, you ask? According to a recent CNN article, here are some of the winners:

1. Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge

In 2010, Prince William proposed to his girlfriend using his mother’s engagement ring. Princess Diana’s ring is a diamond cluster engagement ring with a large sapphire in the middle and many smaller diamonds clustered around the outside, totaling 18 carats, which is certainly much bigger than the rings most of us wear.

2. Elizabeth Taylor and Michael Todd

In 1957, Elizabeth Taylor got married with a 30 carat diamond ring on her finger.

3. Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon

Nick Cannon proposed to singer Mariah Carey a few years back with a 17 carat pink diamond surrounded by 58 smaller pink diamonds.

Perhaps such giant diamond cluster engagement rings are not even close to the budget that most of us have to work with. But if you have celebrity style, you can still find affordable wedding jewelry that has a big visual impact without breaking the bank.

Celebrity Style for Less

1. 1/3 Carat diamond cluster engagement ring with white gold in a floral pattern for $379.99.

2. 1/2 Carat engagement ring with diamonds arranged in a large square for $399.99.

3. 1/2 Carat diamond-studded engagement ring for $499.99.

Start shopping for your affordable wedding jewelry today!

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Shopping for trio ring sets can be overwhelming at first. What's the difference between a princess cut and a baguette cut? What is a carat, and what difference does it make? We're here to help you make sense of the terms and options you'll come across when shopping for wedding ring sets. 

Let's start with the 4 C's of diamond classification. When buying a diamond, it's important to know the 4 C's of diamond classification: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Collectively, the 4 C's tell you the value of a diamond.

CUT

Many people consider cut to be the most important of the 4 C's. The cut of each diamond is intended to maximize its sparkle and visual impact. The cut may also refer to the number of facets, or flat surfaces, a diamond has. Keep in mind that cut is different than shape.

COLOR

The most classic and valuable type of diamond is colorless. Colored diamonds, which come in just about every color from blue to pink to orange, contain small amounts of impurities. The more colorless a diamond, the purer and more expensive it is. The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) grades diamonds on a color scale from D (colorless) to Z. Diamonds become more yellow as they approach the bottom of the scale.

CARAT

A common misconception is the carat describes the size of a diamond. In fact, it measures a diamond's weight. A carat is equal to 200 milligrams, and typically jewelry is measured in 1/4 carat increments. The higher the carats, the higher the cost. This is especially true of single stones, because large diamonds are rare.

CLARITY

A diamond is more valuable the more perfect it is. Being natural gemstones, diamonds can have a range of internal and external irregularities that interfere with light passing through the stone. The GIA grades clarity on a scale that ranges from flawless (FL or IF) to imperfect (I).

If you'd like to know more, My Trio Rings has created an illustrated guide to the 4 C's. 

SHAPE

Popular diamond shapes include round, princess, and baguette. Here are some examples, with descriptions from our Diamond Cut Shapes page:

Trio Ring Sets with Round Diamond Cuts

The round brilliant is the most popular and common diamond shape. It is mathematically designed to provide maximum scintillation, beauty and 'fire' in the diamond. It has 58 facets, and follows the natural shape of rough diamond crystals.

Trio Ring Sets with Princess Diamond Cuts

A princess cut diamond is shaped like an upside-down pyramid, with a square base. The shape creates a bigger top facet and accentuates the natural 'fire' of a diamond. It has grown in popularity recently as an alternative to the traditional round brilliant cut.

Trio Ring Sets with Baguette Diamond Cuts

The baguette shape, named after the French bread, has a long rectangular shape. The baguette shape accentuates the diamond's natural luster and is well suited to accompany other different shaped diamonds. It is rarely made in larger sizes, but works well to complement other bigger diamonds used in a design.

One advantage of buying wedding ring sets is that you don't have to choose between diamond cuts. You can choose a set that includes rings with two different cuts!

My Trio Rings offers wedding ring sets to suit any budget. In our Shop section, search by price range in the left sidebar on to find the perfect one for you!

4 C's images courtesy of GIA