Raw Diamonds
The hottest trend for jewelry lovers today is the look of the raw diamond. Uncut, organic, and unique stones create the image of vintage jewels with generations of love and wear. Mixing these raw jewels with their cut counterparts is also very hot this season.
New Metals
Alternative gold alloys are becoming more popular as settings for your diamonds. Rose, chocolate, black and gray are some of the modern options seen this season. Brides will be wearing more pink gold, and bridal options typically set the trends in jewelry each year. Bridal jewelry will also be available using more palladium versus platinum. To account for the declining economy, many designers are mixing gold metals with silver for new collection lines. Newer ideas incorporate different textures and metals for a new twist on presenting stones.
Bright Colors
Jewel tones for fall fashion are seen in clothing and diamonds alike. Expect to see more alternative colors like canary yellow, pink, and blue diamonds this year. It is expected that canary yellow and the new black versions will be the most popular. Black diamonds are favored among gothic youth, and popular designs with this diamond include the use of silver, titanium, platinum, or white gold. Very rare and expensive, some jewelry lovers are choosing traditional diamond centerpieces with brightly colored accent stones. Always head-turning and unique, the colored diamonds are a perfect way to bring classic styling and modern trends together in one piece.
Cuff Bracelets
Cuff bracelets are this season’s answer to the bangles we’ve seen over the past year. These bracelets are wider options that incorporate diamonds and other colored gemstones for an ideal way to dress for any formal occasion. Adding one of these modern pieces to your little black dress from last season will give you a modern and classy look.
Pendants
Colored diamonds are also lending their beauty to pendants and charms, as well as multiple stone designs. Much like the “past, present, future” and “journey” designs from former years, keep your eyes open for new pendant styles using these rare stones.
Earrings
Earrings continue to be larger than ever, with increasing diameters and lengths this season. Everything from larger carat weight in solitaires, to multiple stone hoop designs and drop earrings are expected to be most popular. Look for colored diamonds and accents with other gemstones for your next earring purchase this year. Anything that adds movement, such as a waterfall earring, is always a plus.
Multiple Diamonds
Multiple stones are borrowed from traditional anniversary rings to give a new look to engagement rings, necklaces, and earrings. Solitaires are now being paired with accent diamonds in pavé, channel, or eternity settings.
Stack Rings
Stacking rings will continue to give us an excuse to buy every diamond band we decide we must have. Several rings are worn together on the right hand, or additional diamond-encrusted bands may be paired with your wedding set. No longer considered gaudy or overdone, stacking rings is totally acceptable with quality jewelry choices.
Right Hand Diamonds
Right hand diamond rings are an increasingly popular choice for independent women as well as men. Given as a special gift or purchased for your own use, these rings give you the option to wear your dream diamond without the commitment!
Putting it all Together
Heavy accessorizing is also popular this year. Gone are the days where understated elegance is fashion forward! Hollywood is pairing diamond earrings, necklaces, and cuff bracelets with their jeans and dresses alike. Don’t be afraid that you’re wearing too much – bold statements are a must this fall!
Alternative Cuts
Fancy cuts are becoming more popular today than the traditional round brilliant diamonds. Engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants are boasting an entirely new universe of available diamond cuts. Pear, marquise, oval, emerald and cushion are currently the most popular choices among Hollywood’s finest. One of the newest available cuts is the rose cut. Diamonds cut in this fashion are flat-bottomed with a faceted top, looking much like a tortoise shell. Fashionable statements touting your individual style are always encouraged when choosing your focal point diamond.
Antique Designs
Vintage and romantic designs are now available from modern jewelers, avoiding the hassle of searching for estate sales. The intricate carvings and settings of these styles create a one-of-a-kind look to engagement rings and other diamond pieces. Always timeless, the vintage look is perfect for those who do not prefer the large, ornate geometric pieces of today.
Necklaces
Daily jewelry wardrobe choices are no longer understated, as anything goes for the new necklace designs. Simple necklaces are giving way to more dramatic versions. Multiple colored stones, chains, and metals will be incorporated for the newest trends.
Druse
Druse, or the look of a hollow rock with an internal coating of tiny crystals, is also making a comeback this season. Diamonds mixed with druse in separate or the same pieces is very popular.
Other Accessories
Always the artistic trendsetters, jewel enthusiasts are also finding themselves searching for diamond-encrusted watches, pet collars, lipstick tubes, and cell phone cases.