Summer Bridal Jewelry Trends

Diamonds and gemstones, gold and other precious metals do not go out of fashion. When we see trends, we don’t chase trendiness. Rather, we support a well-deserved spotlight on a classic or a modern twist on the traditional.

Whether you’re shopping for an engagement ring, wedding band, or your new favorite jewelry piece, we’ve rounded up the styles making waves this summer.

Tacori Bridal Sets: Mixing Metals and Maximizing Sparkle

One of the biggest bridal trends we’re seeing is the curated bridal stack: pairing your engagement ring with several wedding bands for added dimension. Tacori continues to lead here with settings that are designed to nest together beautifully.

Tacori Platinum Bridal Stack

• Platinum and 18k white gold settings designed to nest together
• Mix metals for a layered, personalized bridal stack
• The stack shown: a platinum engagement ring setting with 1/8 ct. tw., 1/3 ct. tw. and .03 ct. tw. platinum bands, plus an 18k white gold 6 mm band for contrast

Wedding Earrings and Necklaces

Beyond the rings, the wedding day asks for a little extra sparkle. Drop earrings are a beautiful choice if you’re planning an updo for your hair, adding movement and light as you walk down the aisle.

These Memoire designs run from a bare bezel drop to a full graduated line, so the range spans a bridesmaid gift and a statement bridal earring. Browse all earrings to compare drops against studs.

Memoire 18k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Earrings 1 ct. tw.

• 18k yellow gold by Memoire, polished
• Linear drop with graduated prong-set diamonds
• 1 carat total weight on a friction back

Memoire 18k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Earrings 1/4 ct. tw.

• Bezel-set stud on a fine chain with a bezel drop below
• Polished 18k yellow gold by Memoire
• 1/4 carat total weight, the lightest design here

Memoire 18k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Earrings 7/8 ct. tw.

• Hinged snap backing, which holds a heavier drop securely
• 18k yellow gold, polished
• 7/8 carat total weight

A sparkling pendant highlights your dress’s beautiful neckline. Consider a diamond pendant in the same shape as your engagement ring for a coordinated, polished look.

Eternalle Lab-Grown Diamond Pendants

• Coordinate with your engagement ring shape
• Four ways in, all 1/2 ct. tw.: a white gold pendant, a white gold necklace, a yellow gold pendant and a yellow gold necklace

Pearls: A Romantic, Nostalgic Touch

When you think of bridal jewelry, you probably think diamonds, but pearls add a nostalgic and romantic touch. Pearls pair beautifully with virtually every dress silhouette, from sleek and modern to classic lace. Cultured pearl studs offer timeless elegance that transitions seamlessly from your ceremony to everyday wear.

Cultured Pearl Stud Earrings

• 14k white gold with cultured pearls
• Transitions beautifully from ceremony to everyday wear
• Shown as plain cultured pearl studs and as a diamond-accented pair

Men’s Wedding Bands: Tungsten, Black, and Cobalt

For a modern take on a classic men’s wedding band, look past traditional gold. From dark metals to mixed-material designs, today’s grooms have more options than ever.

Black Wedding Bands

Black bands have become a new classic. They are available in a variety of metals, such as zirconium and ceramic carbide, and Damascus steel. Or try adding black diamonds or sapphires to the band for even more character.

The Triton bands below show how differently black reads depending on finish and what it is paired with.

Triton Black Tungsten 7 mm Wedding Band

• Black tungsten by Triton
• Matte finish across the full width
• 7 mm, the narrowest of these

Triton Espresso Tungsten Carbide and Black Tungsten Carbide 8 mm Wedding Band

• Espresso tungsten carbide paired with black tungsten carbide
• Satin finish in a modern design style
• 8 mm width

Triton Black Tungsten Carbide and 14k Rose Gold 8 mm Wedding Band

• Black tungsten carbide with 14k rose gold
• Matte finish, with the gold providing the contrast
• 8 mm width

Tungsten Carbide and Cobalt Bands

Tungsten carbide is a popular choice as it’s durable (10 times stronger than 18k gold), low maintenance, and available in numerous styles, from gray through green ceramic accents.

Cobalt is increasingly popular as it’s scratch resistant, safe for sensitive skin, and resistant to tarnish and corrosion. It has a naturally bright, white look similar to white gold but at a more accessible price point.

Tungsten Carbide and Cobalt Bands

• Both resist scratching; cobalt keeps a bright white finish without re-plating
• Triton in black and rose tungsten, gray tungsten with green ceramic and tungsten with sterling silver and black diamonds; Lashbrook cobalt with blue sapphire, plain polished and with 14k rose gold

Women’s Wedding Bands: Curved, Wrapped, and Vintage

Ring wraps and enhancers curve around your engagement ring for added depth and dimension. Choose one with intricate detail for a vintage feel, or keep it sleek for a modern silhouette.

These range from delicate to substantial, which is the first thing to settle.

Verragio 14k White Gold Natural Diamond Ring Enhancer 1/2 ct. tw.

• 14k white gold by Verragio
• Milgrain detailing in a vintage design style
• 1/2 carat of diamonds across a substantial 6.8 mm width

14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Natural Diamond Guard 3/4 ct. tw.

• 14k yellow gold, polished
• A solitaire guard, which frames the ring from both sides
• 3/4 carat of diamonds, the heaviest here, at 4.8 mm

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Ring Enhancer 1/3 ct. tw.

• 14k white gold, polished
• The most delicate of these, for a ring you do not want to crowd
• 1/3 carat of diamonds at 4.8 mm

For a lighter feel, choose a curved wedding band. Curved wedding bands add a row of diamond sparkle while letting your engagement ring diamond shine as the focal point.

14k White Gold Natural Diamond Wedding Band 1/4 ct. tw.

• 14k white gold, polished
• Slim 1.7 mm profile that sits close to the engagement ring
• 1/4 carat of natural diamonds

Henri Daussi 14k Rose Gold Natural Diamond Wedding Band 1/5 ct. tw.

• 14k rose gold by Henri Daussi
• 1.8 mm width, the warmest metal here
• 1/5 carat of natural diamonds

Eternalle 14k Yellow Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Wedding Band 5/8 ct. tw.

• 14k yellow gold by Eternalle
• Lab-grown diamonds on a narrow 1.6 mm band
• 5/8 carat total weight, the most sparkle in this set

Engagement Rings: Emerald Cut and Marquise

Diamonds are always on trend, and each shape reads differently on the hand. Round, oval and princess cuts remain popular, but lately emerald cut and marquise have been gaining ground. Selena’s marquise cut diamond engagement ring brought renewed attention to that beautiful, elongated diamond shape.

Marquise Engagement Rings

The marquise shape creates the illusion of a larger stone and elongates the finger beautifully. Paired with a yellow gold setting, it feels both vintage-inspired and thoroughly modern. Browse our marquise engagement rings to compare settings.

A.Jaffe Marquise Settings in 14k Yellow Gold

• 14k yellow gold with diamond side stones
• Marquise shape elongates the finger and maximizes visual size
• Shown as a 1/3 ct. tw. setting and a 1 1/4 ct. tw. setting

Emerald Cut Engagement Rings

Emerald cut diamonds have a subtle yet stunning look that works equally well in vintage and modern settings. Their clean, open table showcases the stone’s clarity, and paired with a platinum setting, the result is pure sophistication.

A.Jaffe Emerald Cut Platinum Settings

• Platinum settings with natural diamond accents
• Clean lines showcase the stone’s clarity
• The platinum engagement ring setting with its matching platinum wedding band

Bridesmaid Jewelry

Gifting your bridesmaids and maid of honor with jewelry they can wear at the wedding and then treasure forever is a wonderful gesture. While diamonds are always a classic, consider gemstone pendants that complement your wedding colors.

The same setting comes in several stones, so a bridal party can match without everyone wearing an identical necklace.

14k White Gold Genuine Amethyst and Natural Diamond Necklace .04 ct. tw.

• Round amethyst framed by a natural diamond halo
• 14k white gold on a 16 inch rollo chain
• February birthstone, deep purple against white metal

14k White Gold Genuine Citrine and Natural Diamond Necklace .04 ct. tw.

• Golden citrine in the same diamond-haloed setting
• 16 inch rollo chain in 14k white gold
• November birthstone, warm in tone

14k White Gold Genuine Sky Blue Topaz and Natural Diamond Necklace .04 ct. tw.

• Sky blue topaz, the palest stone in this set
• 14k white gold, polished, on a rollo chain
• December birthstone

The Robbins Brothers Difference

For more than 100 years, we’ve guided couples through one of life’s most meaningful purchases. Whether you’re building a bridal stack, choosing your wedding day earrings, or picking out a band that matches your personal style, our jewelry consultants are here to help.

Visit one of our showrooms to try on pieces in person, compare options side by side, and get expert advice from people who love jewelry as much as you do.

Frequently Asked Questions

What bridal jewelry trends are popular this summer?

Curated bridal stacks in mixed metals, pearls alongside the usual diamonds, and alternative metals in men’s bands. On engagement rings the movement is toward elongated outlines, emerald cut and marquise in particular.

Can I pair different metals in my bridal jewelry set?

Absolutely. You might pair a platinum engagement ring with white and yellow gold wedding bands, or mix rose gold accents into a primarily white metal set. Our jewelry consultants can help you find combinations that complement each other beautifully.

Are tungsten and cobalt wedding bands durable?

Very, and that is the main reason to choose them. Both shrug off the scratches that would dull a gold band, and cobalt holds its bright white color without the periodic rhodium re-plating white gold needs. Neither metal can be resized, though, so fit has to be right at purchase and we size these carefully for that reason.

What earrings should I wear on my wedding day?

Match the metal to your engagement ring and the set will read as deliberate rather than assembled. Weight is what most brides overlook: these stay on through photographs and dancing, so try a heavier drop on well before the day and see how the earlobe feels after an hour. A hinged snap back holds a weighty earring more securely than a friction back.

Are pearls appropriate for bridal jewelry?

Yes, and the practical thing to know is that pearls are softer than diamonds or sapphires, so they ask for a little care. Put them on last, after perfume and hairspray, and wipe them down at the end of the day. Handled that way a pearl stud will still look right decades after the wedding.

What is a good gift for bridesmaids?

Gemstone pendants make a thoughtful bridesmaid gift because they can complement your wedding color palette and become a keepsake your bridal party will wear long after the wedding. Choose each bridesmaid’s birthstone for a personal touch, or select a gemstone that matches your wedding colors.

Do I need an appointment to shop for bridal jewelry?

Walk-ins are always welcome, but we recommend booking a personalized consultation so you’ll have dedicated time with one of our jewelry consultants. Book a bridal jewelry consultation and we will have pieces pulled and waiting.

Or find a Robbins Brothers near you to explore our collection in person.