Wedding trends change at a pace that can be impossible to track. If you’re someone who wants to throw a wedding that hits all of the right marks in terms of “what’s hot,” then turning to the experts is one of the best ways to achieve your goal. For some couples, the desire to be fashionable begins before the wedding plans are even in motion. Specifically, they want to find an engagement ring that is absolutely perfect for the here and now. 

While there are countless options to wade through when you’re seeking engagement jewelry, looking at the latest trends can help you make sense of the madness. Take a look at these suggestions and find the ideal rings to celebrate your coming union.

Forget About Gender Norms

Every generation makes strides forward in terms of breaking down old societal barriers. For decades, there has been a focus in the Western world on gender. From reveal parties where parents obsess over whether they will have a boy or girl to marketers who add “for women” to basic, genderless items like pens and paper, the fixation on a person fitting into a defined box has been present in insane ways. This has been changing little by little over recent years, however, and younger couples are much less likely to adhere to such concepts.

With a rise in people identifying as trans and nonbinary, couples of all backgrounds are leaning toward engagement rings that don’t have any specific gender affixed to them. The gender-neutral ring can take almost any form, with many reflecting the tastes of the couple. Design your own rings that complement each other or tell the story of your relationship through the details and see if it is more rewarding to you than picking jewelry based around how masculine or feminine the pieces appear. 

An Engagement Ring With History

Some trends persist in a way that pushes them past the concept of a fad. For example, ideas like using heirloom jewelry or selecting pieces with a vintage flair are far from new concepts. However, the parameters of such trends will change to fit the current time. The easiest example to illustrate this is the concept of “going vintage” with your engagement rings. Vintage is a term that can be used to refer to any time in the past. Still, most couples select classic styles based around what their own parents or grandparents may have worn. 

A couple with parents born in the ’70s may find it most gratifying to fix their search around this decade. Even if you don’t find the look of this era very appealing, it might inspire you enough to find the right style for you. Naturally, you may not have any desire to go the family route with your vintage shopping. No matter what time period interests you most, you are sure to be able to find a jeweler who can deliver on what you seek.

Play With Contour

Metalwork and jewelry crafting are some of the oldest skillsets that exist. Still, advancements in technology over recent years have made certain style options easier to achieve. While a majority of rings used to follow the standard band format, couples now are playing around with loops that contour in interesting and aesthetically pleasing ways. Think outside the box — or the band — and see if something a little less straightforward is right for you.

There is no one-size-fits-all method of finding an engagement ring you adore. However, you can make your search much easier by knowing where to look. Couples who like to keep one foot in the door of fashion will find that exploring the latest trends in wedding jewelry is a fast and efficient way of weeding out any option that doesn’t quite fit.