TRENDS | 2011
Top 5 Hot Diamond Bridal Trends for 2011
Last year seemed studded with colored stones in engagement rings, but 2011 promises a return to the traditional. As always, the pendulum swings one way and then it swings the other. If celebrity holiday engagements are any indication of what’s to come, then we can all expect a year filled with colorless diamonds and platinum bands (Reese Witherspoon received a four- carat stunner from agent Jim Toth, while Eddie Cibrian topped the charts by finally giving Leann Rimes a five-carat rock for her ring finger). But it’s not all about the engagement. The trends that have infested the big question will no doubt spill over into the big day, so if you’re looking for some diamond jewelry to adorn yourself with when you walk down the aisle, here are a few hints to help you hit the trends this year.
Pave settings. Although the pave setting has peppered the market over the last couple of years, the trend continues to gain popularity. And who can blame women for falling in love with a large central stone surrounded by a halo of diamond accents? While you’ll probably want to avoid crowding your fingers with any rings on the day you’ll be receiving such a special one, you can opt for some pave-set earrings or a pendant necklace to accent your ensemble without detracting from your bridal radiance.
Odd shapes. Whether you prefer pear, oval, or emerald, today’s wedding jewelry is all about the oddball shapes. While you still can’t go wrong with the traditional round-cut diamonds for just about any bridal jewelry, the trend right now is to opt for something just a little out of round. So rather than
following in the footsteps of last year’s trend-setters by seeking colored stones (which, by the way, go out of fashion pretty fast), go for an interesting shape instead. Just be careful to stick to one shape. Choosing several different ones will ruin the statement and leave you looking like you grabbed your jewelry in the dark.
Antique. It doesn’t get more traditional than choosing antique
(or retro-looking) settings. If you want to be one of the many brides this year who goes this route, think about getting jewelry set in platinum (which is really the best metal to use anyway since it never tarnishes and it’s not nearly as soft as gold) and consider pieces that have some filigree or other intricate and delicate embellishment. Of course, you could also raid Grandma’s jewelry cabinet and get your “something old” out of the way.
Diamond encrusting. If bling is your thing but you’re afraid of going overboard, select pieces that are encrusted with diamonds rather than sporting large stones. If you’re not sure what to look for, take a peek at the Bella ring (styled for the character from the Twilightmovies) to get a better idea.
Custom-made. If you have a good idea what you want but seem to be having trouble finding it, then approach a jeweler whose work you admire to see about getting something custom-made. This is very on-trend and it ensures that you’ll hit the aisle as your own picture of perfection on your special day.
Sarah Danielson writes for Adiamor Engagement Rings where you can find a large assortment of engagement ring settings, loose diamonds, and other fine diamond jewelry.
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