There’s a lot of pressure surrounding that perfect engagement ring. You’d like it to be special enough to stand apart from your other jewelry, yet versatile enough to go with everything in your wardrobe…forever. To help inspire you (and the printed cutouts you “accidentally” leave around the house), here are the ten most current trends for every type of bride.
The 10 Biggest Trends in Engagement Rings Right Now
A handy guide
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Published May 17, 2016
Trumpet & Horn
Unique Shapes
Solitaire-averse? Inventive settings and accent diamonds (kind of like what your grandma used to have) are making a comeback.
Trumpet & Horn ($5,950)
Modern Halos
Because a ring is so much more than the stone in the middle.
Hearts on Fire ($2,700)
Intertwining Bands
Symbolic of your soon-to-be intertwined lives.
Brilliant Earth (starting at $1,275 for the setting)
Rose Gold
This shade is everywhere--from the runways to your makeup and now your ring finger--because it’s universally flattering.
Ken & Dana Design ($2,617)
Anna Sheffield
Mixed Metals
Can’t choose between gold and silver? Have both.
Anna Sheffield ($10,000)
Colored Gemstones
Vibrant stones like emerald or sapphire allow you to go big without breaking the bank.
In Our Star (starting at $409)
Colored Diamonds
Classic rock with a twist: diamonds in a pale yellow or a light pink.
Mark Broumand (price upon request)
Moissanite Stones
Moissanite is a clear gemstone that's gaining popularity because it has the sparkle of a diamond at a fraction of the cost.
Kristin Coffin ($1,475)
