This Vitium diamond engagement ring has multiple stones, something that is becoming increasingly popular. Photo: Judith Peterhoff
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4 engagement ring trends to know for 2023: from the ‘toi et moi’ style band Prince Harry gave Meghan Markle and colourful alternatives like Princess Diana’s sapphire ring to lab-grown diamonds
- When Ariana Grande posted a photo of her ‘toi et moi’ ring on Instagram, brides-to-be took note; then actress Megan Fox upped the ante with her colourful green version
- Those hoping to be given a more ethical diamond can now choose from a whole range of lab grown bling, while three-stone settings and rings with multiple stones are on the rise
Trends are evolving in the world of engagement rings. Photo: Shutterstock
As the saying goes, a diamond is forever. But like all pieces of jewellery, engagement ring styles come and go – a reflection of the era in which they were popular.
So we asked Anna P. Jay, a private jeweller based out of Nantucket, Massachusetts, and Charleston, South Carolina, about the engagement ring trends she thinks will be popular in 2023.
1. Engagement rings with multiple stones
In recent years, engagement rings with ultra-thin bands or singular, statement stones have been on the rise, but Jay said she’s anticipating an increase in “chunky” pieces in 2023.
For instance, three-stone settings are going to be popular in 2023, according to Jay.
“I think that the three stone, where it’s kind of the past, present, future representation, is always going to be a timeless style,” Jay said.
American actress Lana Condor gives fans a close up of her chunky engagement ring on Instagram. Photo: @lanacondor/Instagram
She also thinks three-stone rings are appealing to people who want a ring that looks large.
“It’s a way for people to get a larger look on their hand without having to make the investment in a larger stone,” she added.
2. The “toi et moi” trend isn’t going anywhere
Ariana Grande’s engagement ring was the perfect embodiment of the “toi et moi” ring trend, which is on the rise.Photo: @arianagrande/Instagram
In the same vein, Jay thinks people will continue to gravitate towards “toi et moi” rings, which consist of two stones, one of which is typically larger than the other.
Celebrities like Ariana Grande and Megan Fox have gravitated toward the unique style in recent years and their popularity will continue. Prince Harry gave Meghan Markle a “toi et moi” ring too.
Meghan Markle shows off her engagement ring while holding Prince Harry’s hand. Photo: @meghanmarklefashion/Instagram
“It translates literally to ‘you and me’ in French,” Jay said of the playful style, which is why it feels like a meaningful engagement ring choice for many.
The design offers a modern look that will stand the test of time.
3. Colourful engagement rings
A sapphire ring modelled after Princess Diana’s famous engagement ring which her son, Prince William gave to his fiancée Kate Middleton for their engagement. Photo: EPA-EFE
Most people probably think of clear diamonds when they think of engagement rings, but colourful diamonds and other durable stones can also be great choices.
“Colour is definitely making a comeback, which is really fun because there are so many different varieties of colour out there,” Jay said. “The world of jewellery isn’t just diamonds.”
Notably, Princess Diana chose a sapphire engagement ring when King Charles was proposing to her in 1981. Prince William later proposed to Kate Middleton with the same ring.
Megan Fox’s engagement ring was in classic “toi et moi” style, pairing a classic diamond with a more colourful one. Photo: @machinegunkelly/Instagram
Today, Jay thinks many will embrace the “toi et moi” style with colourful stones, as you can pair a clear diamond with a more colourful stone.
“It’s a way for people to incorporate colour with their diamonds,” Jay said.
If you are choosing a stone that’s not a diamond for an engagement ring, ensure you pick something that’s durable, since it is likely to be worn every day.
4. Ethical, lab-grown diamonds
These two Smiling Rocks rings feature lab-grown diamonds. Photo: Smiling Rocks
“I also think lab-grown diamonds are going to continue to gain popularity,” Jay said. Lab-grown diamonds are chemically identical to natural diamonds; they are just manufactured, so they don’t require mining, nor do they have ties to colonialism. They are also less expensive than mined diamonds.
Jay thinks lab-grown diamonds will continue to be a favourite for people purchasing engagement rings because they allow consumers to get a larger diamond option at a lower cost.
An employee holds a rough diamond at the Diamonds of Alrosa factory in Moscow, Russia. Photo: Reuters
And these days, many people feel bigger is better when it comes to diamond rings, Jay said.
“Generally speaking, I would say we’ve seen an influx in people wanting larger diamonds,” Jay said. “And I do believe that this has to do with social media. People want the look.”
Essentially a lab-grown diamond can help people achieve the statement look they want at a fraction of the cost.
This article originally appeared on Insider.