{"id":82180,"date":"2023-08-25T19:09:11","date_gmt":"2023-08-25T19:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/?p=82180"},"modified":"2023-08-25T19:09:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T19:09:11","slug":"ai-bot-shares-what-uks-dream-engagement-ring-looks-like-and-itll-cost-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/lifestyle\/ai-bot-shares-what-uks-dream-engagement-ring-looks-like-and-itll-cost-you\/","title":{"rendered":"AI bot shares what UK’s ‘dream engagement ring’ looks like \u2013 and it’ll cost you"},"content":{"rendered":"
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    It seems like artificial intelligence (AI) is getting involved with all parts of our life lately \u2013 from predicting future hairstyles to suggesting sex positions.<\/p>\n

    And now an AI bot has come up with an image of what the UK's 'dream engagement ring' apparently looks like.<\/p>\n

    But be warned, it doesn't come cheap.<\/p>\n

    READ MORE: Single lads using AI to make dating profiles \u2013 but it may not win them love<\/b><\/p>\n

    The ring, imagined by precious metal specialists SD Bullion, looked at the search volume beyond keywords related to an engagement ring\u2019s shape, setting, band, carat, metal, stone, and optional extras \u2013 and used an AI image generator to visualise the results.<\/p>\n

    It turns out that the nation\u2019s ideal ring somewhat resembles Little Mix star Leigh-Ann Pinock\u2019s iconic ring \u2013 except an opal replaces her rare black-cut diamond.<\/p>\n

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    While black diamonds reportedly symbolise protection and faithfulness, an opal invokes inspiration, passion and fidelity \u2013 so both are perfectly appropriate for a declaration of love.<\/p>\n

    Opal is also the birthstone for those born in October, so many soon-to-be fianc\u00e9s may be keen to incorporate the stone to celebrate their beloved one\u2019s special day.<\/p>\n

    However, it is surprising that so many people are keen to have opal in an item they\u2019ll constantly wear, as they\u2019re prone to scratching and breaking due to being a soft gemstone. <\/p>\n

    Therefore, many jewellers suggest that they\u2019re not appropriate for everyday wear.<\/p>\n

    The metal is also a surprising choice, as while white gold and platinum are perceived to be the go-to choice for many, the majority of Brits prefer rose gold.<\/p>\n

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    Rose gold compliments a wide range of skin tones and is highly versatile, and are resistant to nicks and scratches due to the strong alloy of both gold and copper.<\/p>\n

    Despite featuring a classic solitaire stone as the main event, the ring is more ostentatious due to the pav\u00e9 band. No expense has been spared either, as most nationwide searches were for a 1.0-carat stone \u2013 despite the average reportedly being 0.6 carats<\/p>\n

    An opal can cost up to \u00a34,700 per carat. Given that the national average cost of an engagement ring in the UK is \u00a31,929, according to a recent poll, proposers determined to purchase a similar ring to the dream version could well spend more than double the average.<\/p>\n

    Another factor that could drive up the price is if people decide to add a personal touch to the ring before proposing – with the data showing that incorporating vintage elements are the most likely extra, followed by adding engraving and choosing a bespoke design.<\/p>\n

    Other popular gemstone choices came out as aquamarine, emerald, classic diamond, and amethyst for those who aren't sold on the AI-imagined ring.<\/p>\n

    After crossover, the second-most popular band style came out as bypass \u2013 when the band coils around the finger with the ends not meeting \u2013 and a traditional band.<\/p>\n

    The stone shape that ranked behind an oval was emerald. <\/p>\n

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    Luckily, those who don\u2019t aren\u2019t impressed by a 1-carat stone will be pleased to find out that the second-most popular choice is a more pricey 2-carat ring, while the second-most popular metal is platinum.<\/p>\n

    According to the Knot 2022 Jewellery and Engagement Study study, half of people start to plan their proposal two to three months in advance – and with engagement season running from late November, now is the time many will start searching for their partner\u2019s perfect ring.<\/p>\n

    AI supports this, as searches for \u2018engagement rings\u2019 have risen by almost two-fifths overall (40%) since mid-July across the UK.<\/p>\n

    Speaking on the findings, an SD Bullion spokesperson said: \u201cAs proposal season is just a few months away, it\u2019s likely that a fair few loved-up people are ready to start shopping for an engagement ring – which can be quite daunting and confusing if they haven\u2019t done their research (or paid attention to their significant other\u2019s tastes).<\/p>\n

    \u201cWhen you think of an engagement ring, you probably imagine something minimalist and classic, as is traditional. However, it\u2019s surprising to discover that most Brits prefer a statement ring – as a rose gold pav\u00e9 option with a stone like opal is quite a departure.<\/p>\n

    "However, with numerous influential – and fashionable – celebrities opting for a similar design, it\u2019s no surprise that these bolder design choices are becoming more popular."<\/p>\n

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