Diamonds are forever, but jewelry trends come and go. Thankfully, these 2017 engagement ring trends are so pretty, that we think they’ll be around for a very long time. How do we know? We talked to the experts (a.k.a. a few of our favorite jewelers). From unique shapes to beautiful bands to ornate halos, this year’s engagement ring trends will have you saying, “I definitely do!”
Rose Gold continues to be the new metal of choice for brides who want something unique and extra special. It’s a beautiful choice and really makes the diamond(s) pop!
An Ornate Halo can be a really personal way to make your ring stand out from the crowd. I’m seeing rings that have more of a designed halo, opposed to the uniform micropavé halo we were seeing several years ago. Designers seem to be updating their halo design by using diamonds of varying shapes and sizes. It adds a bit of interest and can also make the ring feel a bit more vintage in style.
Accent Diamonds are coming back into style. Think of this as an update to the traditional three stone ring. Designers are using more subtle side stones to accent their center diamond, opposed to three stone rings where all three diamonds or gemstones are close in size. These petite diamonds let the main diamond or gemstone remain center stage. I think we will continue to see the three stone ring evolve in 2017.
East West settings have become a fresh way to use elongated diamonds – ovals, marquise and cushions for example. It really makes your ring stand out from others who are gravitating toward these diamonds shapes that have come back into popularity over the past several years.
Band Rings can be a really practical option for someone who is active or uses their hands a lot. Women are collecting bands over the years as well to celebrate milestones, and I think we will see more brides going for stacked bands over time. It’s a nice way to add character and design interest.
We at Tiffany understand that the love between two people takes many forms; there’s no longer just one traditional path to marriage. It’s accurate to say that band rings have become a popular alternative to engagement rings.
That said, The classic solitaire, epitomized by the Tiffany® Setting, will never go out of style. The Tiffany® Setting features six platinum prongs that lift the diamond off the band and into the light, producing a dazzling charisma. The ring’s captivating presence reflects our reputation for the most beautiful diamonds on earth – icons of glamour and modern love.
In 2017, we’re predicting a growing preference for odd shapes and a break-away from the traditional (and very popular) Round Brilliant cut diamond. Unique oddballs like Pear, Cushion, Marquise, & Emerald Cuts will take center stage, set in a variety of different settings ranging from solitaires to halos & other unexpected designs.
Most vintage & antique rings were never crafted with a matching wedding band in mind, and in 2017 we’re expecting the trend of “non-matching” rings + bands to gain popularity. Many vintage & other unique engagement rings are simply not meant to “match” perfectly with a band – and that’s perfectly okay! Choosing an interesting band to compliment your ring is all a part of expressing your personal style – wear your band(s) stacked with your engagement ring, on your middle finger, or on your opposite hand – there are no “rules” you have to follow. Just go for it!
This year we will fully embrace the idea that engagement rings are no longer about the “pursuit of perfection.” No relationship is completely “perfect,” and diamonds don’t have to be either! An engagement ring is about a feeling & a promise to love another person for life. We predict preferences for hand-cut, odd stones that aren’t perfectly white or internally flawless are going to become the norm, as people begin to embrace the idea that “perfection” isn’t that important after all.
We saw a strong preference for colored gemstones & diamond alternatives in 2016, and we predict this trend isn’t going anywhere for 2017! A splash of color, especially blue-green opals, dark navy sapphires, vibrant emeralds, and pale pink morganite will continue to capture the hearts of women everywhere next year.