The Hottest Engagement Ring Trends for Spring

The weather is heating up in Utah, and if your romance is heating up as well and you think it’s time to take the next step toward a future together, you will need to figure out what kind of ring you want to get. There are a few ring designs that never go out of style, such as a stunning solitaire diamond, but if her taste is a little more non-traditional or fashion-forward, consider some of these hot new trends in engagement rings this spring.

1: Rose Gold

Rose gold has become one of the hottest new trends in ring designs over the past few months. The soft pink tint of the gold is beautiful in a setting with one or more diamonds, it flatters every skin tone, and it gives your ring a splash of color while still allowing you to have the traditional sparkle of a white diamond.

2: Band Accents

Many people focus on the center stone in a ring, but the center diamond doesn’t have to be the only thing about your ring that draws attention. Adding accents to the band such as floral designs, bows, and colorful side stones can give your ring more dimension, more color, and more “wow” than just a traditional metal band.

3: Colorful Center Diamonds

Today’s diamonds come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, which is great if you want to get outside the box a little without straying too far from tradition. Instead of a white diamond, consider a colored one as the focal point of your ring. You can surround it with smaller traditional white diamonds for the perfect marriage of classic and modern style.

4: Forego the Diamond

If you really want to get outside the box, consider foregoing the diamond altogether. You can find plenty of other options for your center stone (and you might be able to save some money as well) with sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and other gemstones as your ring’s focal point.

5: Square Bands

Square bands have caught on in recent years as a practical—and very sleek-looking—alternative to round bands. The squared off sides and bottom prevent the ring from sliding around on your finger, they’re comfortable, and they give your ring a modern look.

6: Mixed Metal Halos

Halo designs (a single diamond in the center surrounded by smaller diamonds all around it) have become very popular over the past couple years. If you’re stuck and can’t decide between two metal options, the good news is you don’t have to settle. Mix and match the metals on your ring with yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, or platinum on the band and another option around the halo setting for a combination of tradition and fashion-forward style.

7: Pear or Marquise-Cut Diamonds

Want to think outside the square- or round-cut center diamond box? While those two cuts remain the most popular, someone looking to stand out from the crowd might opt for a pear or marquise-cut diamond. The tapered edge of the diamond has the added bonus of slimming and elongating your fingers while you show off your unique style.

Whether you want traditional styles or the hottest trends in engagement rings, AAA Jewelry in Salt Lake City has a huge selection to choose from and knowledgeable and friendly jewelry experts to help you get the perfect ring to express your love.