{"id":359201,"date":"2021-10-15T13:55:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-15T17:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/?p=359201"},"modified":"2021-12-15T05:06:08","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T10:06:08","slug":"over-the-moon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/over-the-moon\/","title":{"rendered":"Over The Moon Founder Alexandra Macon Talks All Things Engagement Rings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero-950x634.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-360188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero-950x634.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero-525x350.jpg 525w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero-120x80.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/OTM_hero.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a wedding can be an overwhelming endeavor, leading even the most laid-back affianced couples down a rabbit hole of late night Pinterest binges and Instagram stress scrolls. That is why, for the betrothed and the engagement-curious, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.overthemoon.com\/\">Over The Moon<\/a> is so bracing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded by former Vogue.com weddings editor Alexandra Macon, the site looks at nuptials from a fashion perspective, highlighting real celebrations that feel fresh and authentic. Naturally, as an arbiter of style, Macon also has exquisite taste in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/engagement-rings\/\">engagement rings<\/a> and plenty of great advice when it comes to choosing wedding jewelry \u2014 and she shared her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/collections\/over-the-moon\/\">favorite finds from 1stDibs<\/a>. Read on for our conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-747x950.jpg\" alt=\"Alexandra Macon, Over The Moon founder and CEO, with her daughters. \" class=\"wp-image-360224\" width=\"374\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-747x950.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-275x350.jpg 275w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-94x120.jpg 94w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-768x977.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon-734x933.jpg 734w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/alexandra-macon-over-the-moon.jpg 934w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 374px) 100vw, 374px\" \/><figcaption>Alexandra Macon, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/over-the-moon\/\">Over The Moon<\/a> founder and CEO, with her <br>daughters. She curated a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/collections\/over-the-moon\/\">collection of her favorite 1stDibs <br>finds<\/a>. Photo courtesy of Over The Moon<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Before a couple gets engaged, how important do you think it is that they go ring shopping together? Should they at least have a conversation about styles, gems, et cetera?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I was completely surprised when my husband proposed, so I don\u2019t think it has to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my situation, I really loved my mother-in-law\u2019s round solitaire, and I remember commenting on how much I liked it. As it turned out, the ring that ultimately was made for me was something similar, which was really lovely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hints can be dropped and opinions can be given in the lead-up, but I don\u2019t think couples <em>have<\/em> to go ring shopping together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re watching a movie and see something you love or you\u2019re commenting on a family member\u2019s ring, the person who is purchasing the ring will likely take note. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An element of surprise is nice \u2014 and a lot of fun. That said, one interesting thing about engagements and weddings in the 2020s is that anything goes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/asscher\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master-950x734.jpeg\" alt=\"Asscher cut diamond cluster ring, English, ca. 1930\" class=\"wp-image-360247\" width=\"475\" height=\"367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master-950x734.jpeg 950w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master-453x350.jpeg 453w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master-120x93.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master-768x593.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/jewelleryitemphoto_17468_2_org_master.jpeg 961w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-asscher-cut-diamond-cluster-ring-english-circa-1930\/id-j_2167763\/\">Asscher-cut diamond cluster ring, ca. 1930<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For couples considering a vintage or antique ring, what are some of your favorite design eras? Anything they should keep in mind when choosing an older piece of jewelry?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/style\/art-deco\/?per=1920s%2C1930s%2C20th-century\">Art Deco<\/a> is my all-time favorite for vintage and antique jewelry. When I graduated college, my mom gifted me an Art Deco diamond ring cut in a geometric shape that was popular in that period. It had previously belonged to my great aunt, who immigrated to the U.S. from Greece, and is one of my most treasured possessions \u2014 I never take it off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing an older piece from any era, have it inspected for loose gemstones, as stones in the ring\u2019s setting or on the band can become loose from normal wear over time. If something isn\u2019t secure, a professional jeweler can tighten the prongs or reset the stone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trust me on this one \u2014 I recently spent an evening searching on the floor of my sister\u2019s apartment for a teeny, tiny diamond that fell out of her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/?per=18th-century-and-earlier,1910s,19th-century,early-1900s\">antique engagement ring<\/a>. Luckily, we found it \u2014 crisis averted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What gemstones would you suggest as alternatives to brides who aren\u2019t interested in diamonds?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone\/aquamarine\/\">Aquamarines<\/a> are one of the most beautiful gemstones with the best price point. Who could forget the emerald-cut aquamarine ring Meghan Markle wore to her wedding reception? It perfectly matched the couple\u2019s silver-blue jaguar getaway car and knowing that it belonged to Princess Diana made it feel all the more special. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone\/sapphire\/\">Sapphires<\/a> are another all-time favorite of mine. They go with everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/royal-engagement-rings\/\">Kate Middleton\u2019s sapphire engagement ring<\/a>, also by way of Diana, will always serve as inspiration for me. Also on my top-three list: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/stone\/citrine\/\">citrines<\/a>. There\u2019s something really cool about a yellow engagement ring. It\u2019s unique and different, which I love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/stone\/sapphire\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master-950x521.jpeg\" alt=\"Bvlgari sapphire and diamond ring, 1960s\" class=\"wp-image-360251\" width=\"475\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master-950x521.jpeg 950w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master-638x350.jpeg 638w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master-120x66.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master-768x421.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/12835612_master.jpeg 1318w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/three-stone-rings\/bvlgari-sapphire-diamond-ring\/id-j_12835612\/\">Bulgari sapphire and diamond ring, 1960s<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you think that wedding bands should match engagement rings? Or even be worn on the same finger?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No. These days, it\u2019s up to you! Your engagement ring and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/search\/jewelry\/rings\/band-rings\/\">wedding band<\/a> can coordinate without matching. The most important thing is that they match your taste. As to wearing them on the same finger, do what feels comfortable and natural. If you\u2019re someone who likes to keep traditions alive, and that means wearing them both on your ring finger, that\u2019s great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In that case, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/eternity-bands\/\">wedding band<\/a> is usually worn closer to your heart, a practice that goes back to the ancient Egyptians. They believed in the <em>vena amoris<\/em>, literally the \u201cvein of love,\u201d which runs directly from the heart to the fourth finger on the left hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Greeks and Romans carried on the tradition, and in Western cultures, the sentimental theory stuck. In other cultures, the engagement ring is worn on the right hand, since that is the hand used for oaths and vows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/earrings\/stone\/pearl\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/8559962_master.jpeg\" alt=\"Natkina pearl, diamond blue sapphire and yellow gold earrings, 2019\" class=\"wp-image-360244\" width=\"583\" height=\"270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/8559962_master.jpeg 777w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/8559962_master-755x350.jpeg 755w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/8559962_master-120x56.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/8559962_master-768x356.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 583px) 100vw, 583px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/earrings\/lever-back-earrings\/modern-precious-pearl-diamond-blue-sapphire-yellow-gold-earrings\/id-j_8559962\/\">Natkina pearl, diamond, blue sapphire and yellow gold earrings, 2019<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have any tips for choosing wedding-day jewelry? <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/search\/fashion\/clothing\/?oq=wedding%20gowns&amp;q=wedding%20gowns&amp;st=classified\">the dress<\/a> dictate the jewelry. With a minimalist dress, you can have fun with statement accessories and vice versa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frequently, couples use their wedding as an occasion to purchase a piece of jewelry the bride can wear as her \u201csomething new,\u201d and long after the big day. Jewelry lent from loved ones can be just as heartfelt and also serve as your \u201csomething borrowed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/rolex-datejust-watches\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master.jpeg\" alt=\"Rolex Datejust\" class=\"wp-image-360258\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master.jpeg 900w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master-120x120.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/rolex_datejust_steel_white_gold_blue_dial_mens_watch_126234_36299_503f1_md_master-216x216.jpeg 216w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/watches\/wrist-watches\/rolex-datejust-steel-white-gold-blue-dial-mens-watch-126234\/id-j_13197842\/\">Rolex Datejust men&#8217;s watch, 21st century<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How about wedding-day gifts exchanged by the couple?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I got married, my husband and I decided there wasn\u2019t room in our budget or brain space for a wedding <em>and<\/em> a wedding gift, which can often be the case. That said, even the smallest token of affection is something that you\u2019ll cherish forever, so consider placing a price limit on the gift or exchange gifts you make yourself \u2014 even handwritten notes received the morning of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If budget isn\u2019t a factor, you can\u2019t go wrong with a vintage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/rolex\/\">Rolex<\/a> watch \u00e0 la <em>Sex and the City<\/em>,<em> <\/em>and 1stDibs is the perfect place for that. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/more-jewelry-watches\/more-jewelry\/stephen-russell-edwardian-design-diamond-pearl-platinum-tiara\/id-j_13156972\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master-950x442.jpeg\" alt=\"tiara\" class=\"wp-image-360285\" width=\"713\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master-950x442.jpeg 950w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master-753x350.jpeg 753w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master-120x56.jpeg 120w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master-768x357.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/wp-content\/uploads\/CJINV4264actualSHPFY_master.jpeg 1288w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 713px) 100vw, 713px\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/more-jewelry-watches\/more-jewelry\/stephen-russell-edwardian-design-diamond-pearl-platinum-tiara\/id-j_13156972\/\">Stephen Russell diamond and pearl platinum tiara, 2010<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>There\u2019s been a trend toward micro-weddings in the past year or so, for obvious reasons. Do you think that couples throwing smaller events have also downsized the glam factor of their weddings?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over The Moon has always been a place for aspirational yet attainable wedding inspiration, with a focus on real-life love stories. During the pandemic, real life, unfortunately, got in the way of many couples\u2019 wedding plans, and we saw a big shift toward micro-weddings that were smaller in scale but incredibly special for everyone involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only are micro-weddings inherently romantic, but a restricted guest list leaves more room to indulge in that dream wedding dress or a decadent three-course sit-down dinner. 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