SPONSORED Can you believe we are about to enter a whole new decade? So Crazy – Excited for what’s to come and as we look to the future, it’s always good to have predictions. A big question is what trends we’ll see for engagement rings as we begin this new year, and I’ve teamed up with Sylvie Collection to help illustrate what some of these look like.
Will there be a specific stone cut that everyone will be obsessing over? Or metallic color? Or what about the design trend? We will answer all these questions here. And the most important part of this, especially if you have to choose a piece from the Sylvie Collection as an engagement ring, is that you can decide all these aspects to create a ring that truly reflects your style and taste. Sylvie can customize the color of the metal, the shape and size of the stone, even designing the details alongside her creations to give you what you want (because that’s what matters most). Here are the FIVE ENGAGEMENT RING TRENDS I predict:
1 — Oval cut central stone
Are you wondering what will be the most popular diamond cut for 2020? I predict ovals! Whether you like uniform proportions or weird shapes, the oval is winning the popular vote. Sometimes an oval can look bigger than it actually weighs, which is one of the reasons for its popularity. I like how they stretch out my finger and cover more area than a round stone of the same size. It’s the perfect cut for someone who wants something classic but not necessarily a round cut stone. An oval engagement ring is classic with a twist. Sylvie Collection has many options for the oval lover, as most of their designs can be customized to fit any diamond shape or size. I especially love this (above) S1924 style; As shown, it sets in a 1.25ct center and I love it in white gold. This particular style starts at $1430 and is awaiting a center stone.
2 — Old styles
We all know how much I love vintage jewelry, but so do you! Vintage styles will be trending for designer engagement rings in 2020. The great thing about the Sylvie Collection designs is that they incorporate all of your favorite intricacies of truly vintage pieces but with modern technology. I know many people who are reluctant to purchase a truly vintage piece as an engagement ring simply because they don’t want pre-owned, they want to be the first to own the piece, or what I hear quite often (but don’t believe) is that they believe that old engagement ring has bad juju. I love the milgrain detail on this particular vintage engagement ring designed by the Sylvie Collection. It has a subtlety to it, but it’s also refreshingly captivating. This style is S1132 and starts at $2750, with this one pictured showing it with a one carat center.
3 — Hidden halos
By far, halos were the biggest engagement ring trend of the 2000s. There are so many great aspects to a halo, especially creating a larger look or even a completely different look by simply adding a diamond circle around the center stone. Overcoming this trend will be difficult, which is why hidden halos are the next big thing. These are secrets and only between the wearer and the ring itself. Your ring may look like a typical solitaire from above, but from the side it reveals an all-new set of diamonds. That’s the fun part about hidden halos.
Sylvie Collection is a superb example, in S1953 style, with prices starting at $1540. I also love how detailed it is and know how special it would be to have those hidden diamonds for your eyes only.
4 — Three stone rings
One trend that has become very popular this year and will continue into the new decade is three stone rings. There are so many possibilities with this style and I love the example I have for you from the Sylvie Collection. It has an emerald cut center and baguettes on the sides. This look looks ultra-chic and elegant. If you realize how big the center stone on my finger is, it’s 2 carats! I love this white gold look like the one shown. Three stone rings can symbolize past, present, future… or three people such as husband, wife and child.
The Sylvie Collection Emerald and Baguette Cut Sidestone Ring is in the S1961 style and starts at $4335. Don’t forget that it can be customized to your liking!
5 — Classic solitaire
What can I say, a classic solitaire engagement ring will never go out of style. It will be one of the most popular engagement ring styles today, tomorrow, ten years from now, 50 years from now. There is something to be said for simplicity and a four prong setup. While a round cut stone is the most traditional and popular, a solitaire can be made in any shape or cut. The diamonds that run down the sides are also a nice touch and really make the piece shine.