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Engagement Ring Trends 2022

Updated: Apr 22

By Jillian Hornik, Certified Gemologist (AGS)


Valentine’s Day is around the corner, making this time of the year “Proposal Season”. Since the upcoming holiday is a popular day to pop the big question, here are a few engagement ring trends for 2022 to make your upcoming ring shopping a little easier.


Silver ring with an oval diamond set in a four-prong setting, displayed against a white background, highlighting its elegance and sparkle.

#1 Oval & Pear Cut Solitaires


The 1980s had marquise shapes. The 1990s & 2000s had princess cuts. 2010s had rounds in halos. Now, it’s time for oval and pear cut diamonds to shine! Both shapes are generally priced less than the similarly sized round diamonds. They can also can be cut longer or wider, leaving the preferred proportions as a personal preference.

The most popular setting option for an oval engagement ring is a 4-prong solitaire, followed closely by a similar

design accented with smaller round

diamonds extending down the band.

Silver ring with a large, sparkling diamond surrounded by smaller diamonds in a starburst pattern. The background is plain white.


#2 Starburst Halos


Round diamond halos were the norm in a big way for the past 10 years. The concept is that a ring of smaller diamonds around the center diamond makes the center diamond look larger at first glance. Over the past year or two, the trend has been towards more of a starburst design. This is achieved by either using baguette cut diamonds or exterior prongs to achieve a different outline than the center stone’s shape.



Gold ring with hexagonal diamond setting, flanked by two small diamonds. Intricate engravings on band, set against a white background.

#3 Yellow Gold


We haven’t seen so much yellow gold since the 1980s! The main difference in 2022 is that requested settings are much lighter and narrower. Additionally, there are few inquiries for channel settings. Instead, the diamonds are now set with small gold beads or prongs, making the gemstones the main feature.


Oval yellow diamond ring with two rows of smaller diamonds, set in a white metal band, against a plain white background. Luxurious and elegant.


#4 Fancy Colored Diamonds


Did you know that diamonds naturally occur in a variety of colors including yellow, brown, pink, orange, red, and blue? Diamonds can also be treated to achieve more intense colors. Although rare, these natural diamonds are gaining in popularity thanks to recent celebrity engagements.



#5 Baguettes


Marquise-cut diamond ring with tapered baguettes on a white background. The ring sparkles, exuding elegance and sophistication.

Baguette cut diamonds are thin step-cut diamonds, similar to an emerald cut, but significantly narrower and longer. They have exploded in fine fashion jewelry designs over the past 3 years, and are now finding their way into engagement styles. The most popular baguette design is having one baguette on each side of the center diamond.

Even though these are the current trends for 2022, your soon-to-be fiancé may prefer something else. Nothing beats the traditional look of a round solitaire in a platinum mounting. Just like all fashion, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Try to secretly find out which style is best for you.



Jae’s Jewelers is a 77 year old family owned and operated fine jewelry store located in Miami. Browse their full collection of engagement rings, or book an appointment to walk through their diamond and ring buying experience with their friendly Gemologists. Visit the shop at 237 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134. www.jaesjewelers.com


Found the perfect engagement ring? Talk to one of our expert proposal planners about organizing the most romantic proposal for your partner in Miami. See our proposal packages and get in touch today!

 
 
 

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