Yellow Diamonds

Engagement Rings: What's New

Ring designed by Marty Mease, Measetique Jewels
Yellow diamond, surrounded by white diamonds on a yellow gold band

As a jeweler it's always exciting to see the newest trends in wedding jewelry. This year L.A.'s wedding experts reported the top styles they are seeing and it sounds like a breath of fresh air for the Midwest! The vintage inspired looks are on their way out the door and being replaced with timeless solitaires and yellow golds. One LA jeweler, Nelson Holdo, remarked, "Also, for the first time in I don't know how long, we've seen yellow gold. For the longest time platinum was the thing. Yellow diamonds are the most accessible colored diamond, so they are gaining popularity too." With the rise in colored diamonds in engagement rings we will also see a rise in gemstones used in engagement rings. Be sure to work with a gemologist (Marty is a great one!) if you decide on the colored gemstone route. Not all gemstones are as solid and 'tough' as diamonds for withstanding everyday wear.