Over the last year, we’ve noticed a trend in engagement rings with non-traditional stones, specifically pearls, gaining on classic diamonds. Ever since we saw our Favourite actress Emma Stone debut the vintage, pearl engagement ring she received from SNL writer Dave McCary in December 2019, we’ve been particularly drawn to the style.
Pearl engagement rings are tempting for a number of reasons. For starters, they often tend to cost less than diamond rings. They’re also more unique and unexpected than traditional diamond rings, which is likely why McCary chose the Yoshinobu Kataoka pearl ring for Stone. They are also more sustainable. Of course, the advantages of diamonds still hold true: They’re one of the hardest and most durable stones out there. (On the Moh’s hardness scale, pearls rate at just 2.5 to 3, while diamonds have a rating of 10 out 10.) But, with the right care, a pearl engagement ring can, too, stand up to life’s daily tasks.
So, if going the traditional diamond route feels not you, give the 19 pearl engagement rings ahead a try. The way trends are looking, you won’t be the only one sporting a classic pearl on your ring finger going into engagement season.
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Kataoka Winter Pearl Ring, $, available at Photo Courtesy of Catbird.
AverieJewelry 14K Gold Celtic Pearl Engagement Ring, $, available at
Mikimoto Cultured Pearl & Diamond Ring, $, available at
Irene Neuwirth Gumball Pearl & 18kt Gold Ring, $, available at
David Yurman Solari Station Ring in 18K White Gold with Cultured Pearl and Diamonds, $, available at
Natasha Schweitzer Pearl Ring, $, available at
Tiffany & Co. Freshwater Pearl Ring in Sterling Silver, $, available at
DamatiJewelry 14k Natural Pearl & Alexandrite Flower Ring, $, available at
Yoko London 18kt White Gold Classic Freshwater Pearl And Diamond Ri, $, available at
David Yurman Continuance Pearl Ring with Diamonds, $, available at
Zoë Chicco 14k Gold Freshwater Cultured Pearl Stacking Ring, $, available at Photo Courtesy of Shopbop.
Shima Shima Pearl Ring with Freshwater Pearls and Diamonds in 18K, $, available at
Angara Akoya Cultured Pearl Ring with Spiral Metal Loop, $, available at Photo Courtesy of Angara.
Trumpet and Horn Whitestable, $, available at Photo Courtesy of Trumpet and Horn.
Aurate Simple Pearl Ring, $, available at Photo Courtesy of Aurate.
Ariel Gordon Jewelry Dual Pearl Diamond Ring, $, available at
J. Hannah Demi Signet Pearl, $, available at
Jennie Kwon Pearl 2 Diamond Ring, $, available at
Zales 6.0mm Cultured Freshwater Pearl and 1/20 CT. T.W. Diamond Sunburst Frame Ring in 10K Gold, $, available at
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