THE ENGAGEMENT
CENTURIES IN THE MAKING
By Jennifer Brugh
By Jillian Sprague
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It was the engagement heard round the world, breaking the internet on a random Tuesday. But while everyone else was focused on how Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce broke the news, we couldn’t help but notice the what — a stunning custom-made engagement ring sporting an old-mine-cut cushion diamond in an 18k gold setting. A nod to the 18th and 19th centuries, the most historical engagement ring on the planet is telling us one thing: we’re entering an exciting new era in bridal!
Natural Diamonds
Love Story
to
Legendary
STUNNING BEAUTY, LASTING VALUE
USHERING IN A NEW ERA IN BRIDAL
Yellow Gold Yellow gold is reclaiming center stage, and for good reason. Its buttery warmth flatters every skin tone and instantly lends modern rings a sense of history. Its soft hue reads luxe yet lived- in, dressing up a sleek, round brilliant or framing an antique-leaning cut with ease. Whether you love a tapered shank, a bezel-kissed profile, or delicate engraving, yellow gold sets the mood for such a romantic occasion.
Before ever gracing your fingers, earlobes, necklines, and wrists, natural diamonds have undergone a transformation unlike any other. Formed deep within the earth under unimaginable heat and pressure, they can take up to 3.5 billion years to come into being. This incredible journey from the heart of the planet to your jewelry box is a testament to time, care, and patience: values as precious as the stones themselves. Beyond their beauty lies a deeper worth. Natural diamonds are not only investments in style but also in lasting value. Due to their rarity and continued demand, diamonds often appreciate over time, making them an asset you’ll never regret.
Lab-grown diamonds, while visually similar, lack this ancient origin and the mystique that comes with it. That difference in authenticity is one reason these inferior stones do not retain their value over time. Their rapid, factory-controlled creation process is not as environmentally friendly as was originally claimed, and it cannot replicate the natural story or intrinsic worth that earth-forged diamonds possess. In contrast, the natural diamond industry has embraced a new kind of brilliance: from ethical mining practices to sustainability initiatives, there is a growing commitment to protecting our planet and honoring the people behind every gem. It’s a reflection of our shared responsibility — to ourselves, to each other, and to the earth. With a rich heritage and a legacy as old as the stars, natural diamonds are more than just jewelry. They are heirlooms, investments, and evidence of enduring beauty born from the depths of time. In every facet, they tell a story — one of resilience, rarity, and timeless elegance.
NATURAL DIAMONDS HAVE CAPTIVATED US FOR CENTURIES — AND FOR GOOD REASON. THESE BREATHTAKING GEMS ARE MORE THAN JUST DAZZLING ADORNMENTS; THEY ARE RARE SYMBOLS OF ENDURANCE, TRADITION, AND LOVE.
Big Solitaires The solitaire is stepping into the spotlight again — bolder, lower, and more considered. Today’s solitaire silhouettes highlight presence without the pretense. Think a low and effortless setting, a pared band that lets the diamond sing, with side notes that complement the center stone, rather than compete with it. Solitaires are making a comeback in a big way and can take your love story from classic romance to living legend.
Fancy Cuts
The season belongs to soft corners and old-world charm. Elongated cushions and old mine cuts exude unabashed romance, with larger, antique- style facets that shimmer in any light. If the popstar’s new bling caught your eye, then you’ll love a center stone that favors character over conformity. And if you’re into numerology, an old mine cut cushion has 58 facets: 5+8=13!
Taylor’s ring is inspiring elongated diamond cuts, solitaire settings, and vintage details.
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