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I just was married and when shopping for a ring, our insurance company made specific demands on how the diamond was set. They would not insure anything under a 2.4 mm band. A couple of friends who opted for those very thin pave bands have all regretted it -- stones falling out and bands breaking. I'm nearly 6' and thin bands look silly on me and make the stone look top heavy. Like anything, this trend will be over in a min. I really like my thick platinum band. Seems like it will last forever. Hope the marriage does too 🤣🤣
I couldn't get past the login wall but I did ask A I about this new trend. Thanks for bringing it up! Here's what it had to say:
"Yes! The chunky engagement ring trend is having a serious moment in 2025, and the New York Times article you’re thinking of dives right into it. It describes thick bands as “the shoulder pads of jewelryâ€â€”bold, sculptural, and unapologetically statement-making. This shift away from dainty solitaires is being driven by a mix of practicality, vintage inspiration, and a desire for personal expression.
Here are a few highlights from the trend:
ðŸ’Flush-set stones: These sit low in the band, making the rings more durable and less prone to snagging—perfect for active lifestyles.
🪙 Signet-style designs: Designers like Danica Stamenic are crafting chunky, sporty rings that double as engagement and wedding bands.
🎤Celebrity influence: Dua Lipa’s thick diamond ring from Callum Turner helped catapult the style into the spotlight.
📜Historical roots: The look echoes Victorian-era bands from the 1880s, when women needed rings that could keep up with horseback riding and tennis.
🎨Gen-Z appeal: According to cultural strategist Emily Carmeli, younger buyers are choosing rings that reflect taste and intention over sheer cost."
zienty
OP11 months agoSorry about my posting incompetence. I should have logged in first.
wri-8727
·11 months agohttps://dnyuz.com/2025/08/19/thick-bands-the-shoulder-pads-of-jewelry-are-back-in-style/
dream*peddler
·11 months agoNothing I haven't done. You tried ðŸ‘
zienty
OP11 months agoSorry didn't work. Don't know how to delete it. Ignore.
zienty
OP11 months agohttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/19/fashion/weddings/thick-chunky-engagement-rings.html?searchResultPosition=1
Maybe this will work.
zienty
OP11 months agoI think it did.
sassykzt
·11 months agoThis article is not behind a paywall, but you do have to log into your NYT account. If you have a free account, the # of articles per month is limited.
I just was married and when shopping for a ring, our insurance company made specific demands on how the diamond was set. They would not insure anything under a 2.4 mm band. A couple of friends who opted for those very thin pave bands have all regretted it -- stones falling out and bands breaking. I'm nearly 6' and thin bands look silly on me and make the stone look top heavy. Like anything, this trend will be over in a min. I really like my thick platinum band. Seems like it will last forever. Hope the marriage does too 🤣🤣
dream*peddler
·11 months agoI couldn't get past the login wall but I did ask A I about this new trend. Thanks for bringing it up! Here's what it had to say:
"Yes! The chunky engagement ring trend is having a serious moment in 2025, and the New York Times article you’re thinking of dives right into it. It describes thick bands as “the shoulder pads of jewelryâ€â€”bold, sculptural, and unapologetically statement-making. This shift away from dainty solitaires is being driven by a mix of practicality, vintage inspiration, and a desire for personal expression.
Here are a few highlights from the trend:
💠Flush-set stones: These sit low in the band, making the rings more durable and less prone to snagging—perfect for active lifestyles.
🪙 Signet-style designs: Designers like Danica Stamenic are crafting chunky, sporty rings that double as engagement and wedding bands.
🎤 Celebrity influence: Dua Lipa’s thick diamond ring from Callum Turner helped catapult the style into the spotlight.
📜 Historical roots: The look echoes Victorian-era bands from the 1880s, when women needed rings that could keep up with horseback riding and tennis.
🎨 Gen-Z appeal: According to cultural strategist Emily Carmeli, younger buyers are choosing rings that reflect taste and intention over sheer cost."
1940fc
·11 months agoGuess all the tattoo wedding bands I`ve been seeing are a thing of the past then. 😃
Thanks for the heads up Zienty & thanks for gettin us to it, dream. I couldn`t get past the log in either..I have enough `things' to remember lol