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2023 Engagement Ring Trends You Don’t Want To Miss

Finally, the start of 2023! Woohoo! 🎵 We’ll drink a cup of kindness yet for the sake of auld lang syne 🎵 *coughs*

Anyway…

During the last moments of 2022, you might have come across some recaps, replays, and wrapped. But for this year, at this time, let’s talk about the up-and-coming.

We see psychics reading the cosmos and forecasting this year’s zodiac readings each year. Meanwhile, our in-house jewelry guides have made their 2023 engagement ring trends that you don’t wanna miss.

#1: Personalization

Personalization has always been there and still be prevalent this year. We’re not just talking about the kinds of gemstones used or the metal color you chose. Do you want to include your birthstone, initials…or even your favorite cartoon character in the design? You do you! 🕺

A radiant cut moissanite on 14k white gold featuring the initials ‘h’ and ‘a’ in the under gallery.
A radiant cut moissanite on 14k white gold featuring the initials ‘h’ and ‘a’ in the under gallery.

A 18k yellow gold, round cut ring with an alexandrite and amethyst stone placed on the ring’s profile and a Winnie the Pooh engraving on the band’s underside.

A pear-cut diamond ring on 14k white gold featuring a custom infinity on the heart symbol in the under gallery.
A pear-cut diamond ring on 14k white gold featuring a custom infinity on the heart symbol in the under gallery.

A round-cut rose gold engagement ring featuring a compass logo under the center stone. A tiny rhodolite garnet and emerald are on each side, placed atop a crescent.

We expect more sensational and unique customizations from you guys!

 

#2: Mixed Metals

Gone were the days when rings could only go by one color. If you don’t want one straight up, then don two metal colors at the same time. You can choose between yellow, white, rose gold, and platinum at Engage. 

If you need more information about their differences, check out this blog about metal colors. For now, here are some sample pieces:

Oval-cut ring on 14k white gold prongs and a 14k yellow gold band. It also has a hidden halo of small lab-grown diamonds between the prongs.
Oval-cut ring on 14k white gold prongs and a 14k yellow gold band. It also has a hidden halo of small lab-grown diamonds between the prongs.
Round cut ring on a 14k white gold and a halo. The ring's side profile features a 14k rose gold milgrain inner layer, a 14k white gold filigree with a bezel set diamond, and a white gold outer layer.
Round cut ring on a 14k white gold and a halo. The ring's side profile features a 14k rose gold milgrain inner layer, a 14k white gold filigree with a bezel set diamond, and a white gold outer layer.
A custom radiant engagement ring with a 14k white gold under gallery, and fine tip prongs. The band metal is 14k rose gold.
A custom radiant engagement ring with a 14k white gold under gallery, and fine tip prongs. The band metal is 14k rose gold.

So far, our final pieces are a combination of two metal colors. We haven’t seen a cross between three metal colors yet. The first one might be yours. 🙌

 

#3: Moissanite

The moissanite has been in our repertoire over the years. And, expectedly, it will continue to be popular this year. 

As prices of diamonds are comparatively higher, we are looking for alternatives to this classic white stone. Moissanite is currently on the number one list. Here are some moissanite creations that we’ve made so far.

Round moissanite ring on 18k yellow gold. It also features five round tip prongs, a half bezel set, and a pavé going halfway the band.
Round moissanite ring on 18k yellow gold. It also features five round tip prongs, a half bezel set, and a pavé going halfway the band.
Oval moissanite engagement ring on 14k white gold featuring smaller stones spread apart on the sides.
Oval moissanite engagement ring on 14k white gold featuring smaller stones spread apart on the sides.
A 14k white and rose gold ring with a pear moissanite center stone and 3mm moissanites on a halo.
A 14k white and rose gold ring with a pear moissanite center stone and 3mm moissanites on a halo.

If you’re looking for alternatives, check out this blog, Best Diamond Alternatives for Engagement Rings.

 

#4: 3-Stoned Rings

If one big shiny rock isn’t your style, maybe a set of three will.

Three-stoned rings are characterized by a center stone with two stones on the side. In effect, it creates a harmonious symmetry, and at the same time, it makes the center stone more prominent. Here are some of our creations. 

A 14k rose gold engagement ring featuring an emerald cut center stone and tapered baguette side stones.
A 14k rose gold engagement ring featuring an emerald cut center stone and tapered baguette side stones.
A radiant cut engagement ring featuring pear-cut side stones. It also features a pavé setting along a platinum ring band.
A radiant cut engagement ring featuring pear-cut side stones. It also features a pavé setting along a platinum ring band.
A 3-stone ring with an oval diamond center stone and pear side stones. They are on a 14k yellow gold ring band.⁣
A 3-stone ring with an oval diamond center stone and pear side stones. They are on a 14k yellow gold ring band.⁣

#5: Clustered Stones

These rings are created by mounting smaller stones against a large center stone.

They can be balanced. 

A 14k gold ring featuring an oval center stone with smaller round and pear side stones.
A 14k gold ring featuring an oval center stone with smaller round and pear side stones.

Or…

A 14k white gold oval-cut engagement ring featuring small lab-grown round cuts arranged asymmetrically around the center stone.
A 14k white gold oval-cut engagement ring featuring small lab-grown round cuts arranged asymmetrically around the center stone.

It’s attached in unconventional positions along the center stone. You might think it’s asymmetrical, but overall, it creates a different look. The more you look at it, the more it looks like a starburst. You just can’t unsee it 😀

How about this one:

A lab-grown emerald-cut diamond ring with two straight baguette cuts (one longer than the other). Atop the shorter baguette sits a pear and marquis diamond, and a round blue sapphire.
A lab-grown emerald-cut diamond ring with two straight baguette cuts (one longer than the other). Atop the shorter baguette sits a pear and marquis diamond, and a round blue sapphire.

What do you think this ring looks like?

 

#6: Petal Claw or Tulip Claw

Most of the time, the rings that we feature have a prong set that looks like a pick-up tool. But what about a petal claw like these:

A 14k rose gold engagement ring with a rainbow moonstone center stone and petal prongs.
A 14k rose gold engagement ring with a rainbow moonstone center stone and petal prongs.
A 14k yellow gold solitaire featuring an oval-cut center stone. The stone sits atop four bear prongs with a sunflower design between them.
A 14k yellow gold solitaire featuring an oval-cut center stone. The stone sits atop four bear prongs with a sunflower design between them.
A 14k white gold engagement ring with a milgrain and hand engraving. It also features a round center stone sitting atop a tulip-shaped basket.
A 14k white gold engagement ring with a milgrain and hand engraving. It also features a round center stone sitting atop a tulip-shaped basket.

Top-down, people see a gemstone mounted on metal. But the beauty is in the side profile.

 

#7: Hidden Halo

A halo is a setting that surrounds a center stone with smaller diamonds, gemstones, and custom metal embellishments. As a result, the center stone looks a bit bigger.

However, if you want an element of surprise in your solitaire, you can place the halo underneath the center stone. It’s like, you want to be there but not out there, you know.

There are two common ways of placing the hidden halo. One covers a part of the prongs.

A radiant-cut engagement ring on 18k yellow gold with round cuts in a pavé setting halfway down the shank and on the hidden halo.
A radiant-cut engagement ring on 18k yellow gold with round cuts in a pavé setting halfway down the shank and on the hidden halo.
A round-cut engagement ring with a platinum-ruthenium band featuring smaller round cuts halfway down the shank and on the hidden halo.
A round-cut engagement ring with a platinum-ruthenium band featuring smaller round cuts halfway down the shank and on the hidden halo.

And, two, the smaller stones are in between the prongs.

An oval, 14k white gold solitaire featuring a hidden halo of small round diamonds between the claws.
An oval, 14k white gold solitaire featuring a hidden halo of small round diamonds between the claws.
A pear-cut engagement ring featuring 14k yellow gold and white gold metal. It also features a hidden halo of smaller round cuts between the prongs.
A pear-cut engagement ring featuring 14k yellow gold and white gold metal. It also features a hidden halo of smaller round cuts between the prongs.

Disclaimer!

We don’t speak on behalf of the entire jewelry industry. However, based on what we had last year, we anticipate these trends to pick up this year.

And we also understand that there are trends yet to be discovered. We are excited to know that anyone could have the next great idea. We’ll never know.

Maybe you’ll be the next trendsetter. Ready to spark your imagination and creativity soar? 💭🎇

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Looking for custom engagement rings in Toronto? Your engagement ring (or wedding) ring-building process is a meaningful journey at Engage. You get to include the symbols, designs, diamonds, and gemstones characteristics that are important to you, your relationship, your family, or your experience. You are always involved in the entire design process at Engage Studio so that the finished piece reflects your unique style. With hundreds of styles to choose from and our team’s knowledgeable expertise, you will easily create a custom engagement ring or piece of jewelry for any intended occasion. Embrace the art of individuality with custom engagement rings in Toronto, where every ring is as unique as the love it symbolizes.

Unleash your creativity and superpower in-store or online by talking with a design consultant today!

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