Diamond rings may seem like the most simplistic of all jewellery pieces. However, what if you learned that these rings have undergone many trends over the years? Compare someone’s diamond ring now to 20 years ago and you’ll notice some shocking differences. Trends continue to come and go – but here’s an inside look at some of the biggest diamond ring trends we’re seeing in the world right now.
Square-Cut Diamonds
Everyone’s going crazy for more square-cut diamonds these days. People are moving away from the more traditional rounded or oval cuts, favouring radiant and baguette styles instead. Nobody can put their finger on why this trend is happening, though perhaps it’s down to these cuts being a lot sharper and more showstopping. Some people find that square-cut diamonds bring out the gemstone’s true shine and make it stand out more when contrasted with the curved band.
Lab-Grown Diamonds
Shock horror, but lab-grown diamonds are still a big trend at the moment. As more and more people wake up to the potential downsides of natural diamonds – and the ethical and price-saving benefits of lab-grown ones – these rings grow in popularity. You’ll easily be able to find lab grown radiant and baguette ring setting options too, meaning you can capitalize on two trends in one go.
Colourful Gemstones
For years we were happy with a simple clear gemstone on a diamond ring. Now, we realize that the art of accessorizing is all about adding different splashes of colour to your outfits. This idea has made it to the diamond ring world, and people are eager to swap plain colours for something a bit brighter and more vibrant.
In some cases this involves picking a coloured diamond, with popular options including:
- Yellow
- Pink
- Green
- Blue
- Red
However, we’re also seeing an increase in people who are willing to move away from diamonds themselves, opting for a different gemstone with a more natural colour. Emeralds are especially popular with this in mind, giving rings a bold new look.
Multiple Stones
Speaking about breaking long-standing traditions, diamond ring trends are moving away from the concept of singular diamonds. While some people still love this idea, more are immersed in the concept of cluster diamonds – or rings involving multiple stones. As you can probably imagine, cluster diamonds involve numerous diamonds all added to a ring. They’re statement pieces, though will end up being extremely expensive.
As such, people who like this idea are choosing to combine multiple gemstones in their cluster. The diamond remains the focal point, yet a couple of additional (and possibly colourful) stones form the cluster to create a unique look.
Do you like where these diamond ring trends are going? If so, which one is your favourite? It’s always nice to see what’s trending, especially if you think a diamond ring could be coming your way soon. Whether it’s an engagement ring or just a gift to yourself, these trends are what most people find exciting and attractive at the current moment.
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