Fri Dec 13 19:16:51 UTC 2024: ## Selena Gomez’s Marquise Diamond Ring Sparks Engagement Ring Trend Shift
**London, UK** – Singer Selena Gomez’s recent engagement to music producer Benny Blanco has ignited a discussion about engagement ring trends. Blanco gifted Gomez a stunning marquise-cut diamond ring set in yellow gold, estimated to be worth between $200,000 and $1 million.
The choice of a marquise cut, characterized by its elegant, elongated shape, marks a departure from the long-reigning oval diamond. Originating in 18th-century France, where King Louis XV commissioned a diamond shaped like his mistress’s lips, the marquise cut enjoyed a resurgence in the 1990s and is now experiencing renewed popularity thanks to Gomez and other celebrities who have embraced the style.
Jewelry experts suggest this reflects a broader shift towards unique engagement rings. Jennifer McCurry, a jewelry buyer for Marissa Collections, noted that couples are increasingly seeking alternative designs that retain sentimentality while offering a modern twist. The classic solitaire diamond is making a comeback, but in diverse cuts, colors, and shapes.
Interestingly, Gomez’s own lyrics from her 2015 song “Good for You” (“I’m on my marquise diamonds”) may have even subconsciously influenced Blanco’s choice. Regardless of inspiration, Gomez’s ring is sure to inspire many future brides to consider this historically significant and increasingly fashionable diamond cut.
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