Diamonds are an essential ingredient in any jewelry collection, and when it comes to design, the possibilities are endless. From foundational classics to vintage charm and modern masterpieces, it’s easy to build a jewelry wardrobe with pieces that can be mixed and matched to create a look that is all your own. Here are some of this year’s most dazzling diamond jewelry styles. CURATEDCLASSICS
There are certain foundational pieces that should be included in every diamond jewelry wardrobe, but the best classics have a twist, a little tweak that makes them special — the tennis bracelet set with baguette diamonds instead of rounds, the hoop earrings with diamonds on the inside, the diamond solitaire pendant with a chain or halo carefully chosen to layer with other necklaces in your collection — unique versions of those anchor pieces. From diamond stud earrings to classic strands, here are some options from this year’s variations on the tried and true.
MODERNMAGIC
Looking for a way to stand out in the crowd? Take your favorite looks and redesign them somehow to make them different. Is emerald your favorite gemstone? Instead of wearing a ring with the traditional north- south setting, why not choose a ring with an east-west orientation? This works for oval and marquise shapes too. Looking for a new look to layer into your neckwear mix? Look for designs that add stations of diamonds in a new way, or hang a solitaire diamond from a paper-clip chain. With modern diamond jewelry, anything goes.
VINTAGECHARM
A well-preserved pre-owned or antique ring (or other piece of jewelry) usually stands out as unique among the more modern offerings, in terms of either design or cut — vintage diamond jewelry often contains rose or old mine cuts.A vintage diamond design can make a big statement and has the potential to become your signature piece. As an option, many modern designs aim to resemble antique styles, but are made to modern standards. Either way, vintage diamond jewelry has the power to create a romantic, heirloom style that stands apart from contemporary looks.
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