Engagement Ring Trends for the 2020 Holiday Season

November 7, 2020

The holiday season is upon us and it’s the most popular time of the year for engagements! At Ream Jewelers, we’ve got you covered with the hottest engagement ring styles for 2020!

– Fancy shaped side stones –

The 3-stone engagement ring is a time-honored favorite and can express contemporary or traditional styles. For a modern look, an oval cut center stone with oval cut accent stones can be an excellent choice. For a more vintage-inspired look, an oval cut stone with baguette accent diamonds or an emerald cut stone and smaller emerald cut accent diamonds beautifully embodies the elegance of the past.

Celebrity Inspiration:

Amal Clooney’s stunning 7-carat emerald cut platinum engagement ring with two baguette side stones.

Our picks for you:

This modern 2.51-carat oval cut 3-stone ring with a platinum setting.

This classic 0.77 emerald cut 3-stone ring with an 18k yellow gold setting and platinum head.

This timeless 1-carat cushion cut diamond with baguette side stones in 18k white gold.

– Colored gemstone engagement –

Alternative style engagement rings are all the rage right now. Choose a colored gemstone or even your partner’s birthstone for a unique twist on a classic engagement ring. Even a diamond-accented with a pop of color from a gemstone can be an exciting alternative to a traditional engagement ring. Rubies and sapphires are popular choices for gemstone engagement rings due to their durability compared to other colored gemstones and sapphires come in a variety of colors so you can express your individuality while making sure you have a durable gemstone that will last.

Celebrity inspiration:

Kate Middleton’s gorgeous 12-carat blue sapphire cluster engagement ring surrounded by 14 round shaped diamonds and set in 18k white gold.

Our picks for you: 

This brilliant 1.03-carat blue sapphire and diamond cluster ring in a platinum setting.

This contemporary 1.14-carat pear-shaped pink sapphire set in an 18k diamond rose gold halo and pavé band.

This diamond band with a pop of color from two blue sapphires set in a 14k white gold setting. Shown with a cubic zirconium center stone ready to be set with whatever kind of stone you would like!

– Unique solitaires –

Thin, delicate, and minimalistic engagement rings are a timeless and sought-after style this year and every year. Solitaires are a great way to show off the beauty and simplicity of a diamond and can be especially interesting when paired with a fancy-shaped stone. Solitaire rings can be as minimalistic or as ornate as you would like. Plain bands are traditional, but your solitaire could include an infinity or split band. White gold or platinum are the most popular choices, but yellow gold has definitely been making a comeback this year. Rose gold also gives the classic solitaire a modern spin. Solitaires can even be dressed up later with intricate multi-stone wedding bands or an insert band to create an even more unique and personal look.

Celebrity inspiration:

Anne Hathaway’s dainty and elegant 6-carat emerald cut platinum solitaire.

Our picks for you:

This adorable 0.82-carat heart-shaped cut solitaire in 14k yellow gold.

This beautiful 1.27-carat Rochelle cut solitaire in platinum.

This exquisite 0.93-carat victorian cut solitaire in 14k white gold.

– Emerald & Oval Cuts –

Two types of fancy cut diamonds have been making a comeback recently; the oval and emerald cut.

Emerald

An emerald cut is also a great cut to get the most out of a small stone. Emerald cut diamonds do not have as much sparkle as the oval cut, but it’s clean and classic design gives off an air of elegance and delicacy. 

Celebrity inspiration:

Beyonce’s jaw-dropping flawless 18-carat emerald cut stone with a platinum pavé split band setting.

Our picks for you:

This fancy 1.02-carat emerald cut ring with diamond halo and pavé band in 14k white gold.

This dazzling 2-carat emerald cut ring with diamond halo and pavé band set in platinum.

This elegant 0.80-carat emerald cut solitaire set in 14k yellow gold.

Oval

A flattering sophisticated cut that can make a stone look larger than it actually is.  If you like a round shape diamond but are looking for something a little unique, an oval cut would be an excellent choice. It maintains the sparkle of a round cut diamond but gives the traditional round cut diamond a fresh and contemporary twist.

Celebrity inspiration:

Blake Lively’s flawless 12-carat light pink oval solitaire engagement ring with a 14k rose gold pavé band.

Our picks for you:

This unique 0.71-carat oval cut cinnamon diamond in 18k white gold with a pavé diamond band.

This striking 1.02-carat oval cut ruby ring with pavé diamond halo and split band.

This impressive 0.99-carat oval cut ring with diamond halo and pavé band in a platinum setting.

See something you’re interested in or have a style in mind?

At Ream Jewelers, our goal is to make sure you leave with a ring you absolutely love and can treasure forever. We have extensive customization options to make sure you get exactly what you desire at the price you want. Come visit us to find or create your dream ring today. We would be happy to work with you!

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