When asked if they would like a vintage diamond engagement ring named after themselves, some members of our Vintage Style Council chose instead to name their ring in honor of someone else. Laura from Fore Front Fashion chose to name her vintage diamond engagement ring after her grandmother, Carmella and chose images for her pin board “inspired by my Grandmother and my heritage,” she says. “I have a deep admiration for some of the classic Italian beauties like Isabella Rosselini and Sofia Loren - two of my style icons along with my Grandma Carmy. I just love everything about 1950′s Italy: the red lips, the exaggerated hips, the ladylike silhouettes and the lifestyle. Back when men wore a shirt and tie most days — if only…!”

See more of the Carmella Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring and check out Laura’s pin board!

(Photo from Foggy Monday)