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2026 Engagement Rings: Bold Designs and Lab-Grown Diamonds Rise

1/2/2026

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In New York, engagement rings in 2026 shift toward larger, more unique designs.
Taylor Swift's antique-style engagement ring has sparked interest in bold center stones, especially oval and marquise cuts.
Lab-grown diamonds are rising in popularity because lower prices let couples opt for bigger stones.
Yellow gold is making a comeback as jewelers expect simpler settings that emphasize the center stone.
The "toi et moi" ring remains trending.

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Story summary

In New York, engagement rings in 2026 shift toward larger, more unique designs.
Taylor Swift's antique-style engagement ring has sparked interest in bold center stones, especially oval and marquise cuts.
Lab-grown diamonds are rising in popularity because lower prices let couples opt for bigger stones.
Yellow gold is making a comeback as jewelers expect simpler settings that emphasize the center stone.
The "toi et moi" ring remains trending.