So far this year it’s been difficult to pinpoint a definitive engagement ring trend for 2019. In previous years we’ve seen particular stone cuts or metals gaining popularity, but this year it seems that everyone is searching for something a little different.

The latest celebrity to step away from a conventional diamond ring is actress, Elizabeth Olsen, who announced her engagement to indie rocker Robbie Arnett earlier this month. The actress prefers to keep her private life private and kept her announcement simple, with no photo of her engagement ring in site. But this week, we’ve all been treated to a glimpse and it’s a beautifully unexpected choice.

A closer look at the ring on Elizabeth’s hand reveals that it is a princess or cushion cut emerald centre stone, surrounded by a halo of diamond and set on a thin band.

Elizabeth Olsen Engaged - Emerald Engagement Ring

The beautiful green shade of an emerald certainly makes it a captivating choice for an engagement ring, however it’s not usually a choice we would personally recommend. Emeralds are very soft and prone to chipping if the wearer is not conscious of being careful with their ring, this is why the stone isn’t really suited to everyday wear. That said an engagement ring is an incredibly personal choice, and if Elizabeth had her heart set on an emerald ring then that is absolutely up to her!

Elizabeth Olsen Engaged - Emerald Engagement Ring

We have a stunning selection of emerald rings to view in store at Wakefields Jewellers and an array of designs online. If you’d be interested in finding a gemstone ring to add to your jewellery collection, please get in touch with us.