Top 3 Engagement-Ring Trends Heating Up Summer 2025
From sideways sparkle to sorbet stones, here’s what’s ruling the ring scene right now.
1. East-West Settings: Flipping the Script on Classic Cuts
Forget the upright solitaire 2025 is the year diamonds go horizontal. Whether it’s a bezel-set marquise or a sleek east-west emerald cut, this sideways setting trend took off after Zendaya’s Golden Globes stunner lit up social feeds. (Vogue, THEWED)
Why it’s trending:
- Visually wider = looks larger than a traditional mount, with no extra carat cost.
- Flush, low profile = less bulk under heat-swollen hands (Phoenix brides, rejoice).
- Retro appeal that still feels modern - hello, Art Deco with a twist.
Style tip:
Let the east-west setting shine with a skinny pavé band or open-shank design. That elongated look elongates the finger and keeps things breezy.
2. Pastel Gemstones: Color with a Chill Vibe
Vivid neon had its moment now it’s all about soft sorbet shades. Think mint tourmaline, lavender sapphire, cornflower spinel even peachy morganite. These barely-there hues are overtaking classic white diamonds on engagement rings across the country. (Vogue)
Why it works:
- Summer-friendly aesthetic pastels look cool, even when it’s 110° outside.
- Affordable luxury many pastel stones cost 30-70% less per carat than comparable diamonds.
- Personal connection match your stone to a birth month, desert sunset, or favorite flower.
Arizona angle:
Ask local jewelers about ethically sourced peridot, a lime-green stunner often mined right here in the state. Bonus points for setting it in recycled gold eco-friendly and heat-resistant.
3. Mixed-Metal Mounts: The Modern Classic
Can’t pick between platinum and yellow gold? Don’t. Mixed-metal rings are the new neutral edgy, versatile, and totally in. Two-tone combos (like yellow gold shanks with platinum prongs) are dominating 2025 design catalogs, and even three-metal stacks are showing up in high-fashion bridal edits. (Vogue)
Why it works:
- Built-in contrast makes the center stone pop especially with G H color diamonds.
- Future-proofing couples with different metal tastes can mix and match bands seamlessly.
- Camouflages wear a matte yellow base + polished platinum head hides scratches and sunscreen smudges.
Pro tip:
To keep things cohesive, repeat each metal once like a yellow gold band, platinum bezel, and yellow midi stacker. Intentional, not accidental.
Quick Decision Guide
| Your Priority | Go With… |
|---|---|
| Want big sparkle without big spend | East-West Setting |
| Love color and personal symbolism | Pastel Gemstones |
| Need flexibility for metal stacking | Mixed Metals |
Want a Ring That’s Hot and Heatproof?
Whether you’re proposing poolside or just browsing during the AC break, Quantum Qarat makes Summer 2025 shopping smart and stylish.
- Live-CAD renders of east-west settings
- Arizona-sourced pastel gems, including ethical peridot
- Side-by-side mixed-metal trials under daylight-simulated lamps
Visit us in Old Town Scottsdale or book your consult now we’ll help you say “yes” to the setting that fits your story and the season.