The Timeless Engagement Ring Trend That's So Unexpected
Is it just us, or are emeralds having a major moment in jewelry right now? Sure, rubies, sapphires, and other gemstones are on our fashion radar, but there’s something about the rich green shade of this particular gem that has us doing double-takes—specifically when they’re featured on engagement rings. While nontraditional rings have been gaining in popularity, an emerald-and-diamond engagement ring feels both unexpected and timeless.
If you’re a bride who wants to go the unconventional route for her bridal style, yet wants a ring that’ll transcend the trends of today, an emerald ring is your best bet. Take it as an updated version of Kate Middleton’s sapphire engagement ring, worn by the Duchess of Cambridge and the iconic Princess Diana. Ready to refresh your inspiration board? Scroll down below to see the emerald engagement rings on the market that we’re loving right now. By the time you get to the end, you’ll be ready to drop a few hints to your S.O.
Looking for another unconventional style? These aquamarine rings are perfect for you.

Dale Arden Chong is the Senior Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com, where she edits and reports on the latest trends, labels, and designers in the fashion space to bring you the best items that will elevate your wardrobe. She has a robust knowledge of high-quality design, construction, and materials based on testing hundreds of products over her eight-plus years in the industry, writing stories for Glamour, Who What Wear, Entertainment Tonight, and others. Dale graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism with a degree in Journalism and a minor in Communication Design. In 2015, she was a finalist for the National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Award.