For years, round and oval diamonds have dominated the engagement ring scene, but Selena Gomez’s stunning new ring suggests a shift towards something more unconventional.
The Emilia Pérez star recently announced her engagement to music producer Benny Blanco, who proposed with a breathtaking marquise diamond set on a yellow gold pavé band. Estimates suggest the ring’s value could range from $200,000 to an impressive $1 million.
A Nod to History
The marquise cut, known for its elongated shape with pointed ends, has a storied past.
This unique diamond shape originated in the 18th century when King Louis XV of France commissioned a stone to resemble the lips of his mistress, the Marquise de Pompadour.
The style saw a surge in popularity during the 1990s and has adorned the hands of iconic figures like Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Victoria Beckham, and Jennifer Lopez. Gomez’s choice of a marquise diamond cements its return as a statement of timeless elegance with a modern twist.
Breaking Away from Tradition
“Couples are increasingly drawn to engagement rings that blend sentimentality with a departure from tradition,” notes Jennifer McCurry, a jewellery expert at Marissa Collections, in an interview with the Natural Diamond Council.
She highlights how solitaire diamonds are making a comeback, but with exciting new cuts, shapes, and colours at the forefront.
Gomez’s engagement ring is a perfect reflection of this trend. Its vintage-inspired yet distinctive design makes it a standout piece. It’s also possible that Blanco’s choice was influenced by Gomez’s own lyrics.
In her 2015 hit “Good for You,” she sings, “I’m on my marquise diamonds / I’m a marquise diamond / Could even make that Tiffany jealous.”
Selena Gomez’s marquise diamond not only marks a personal milestone but also sets the stage for a new era in engagement ring design—one where individuality reigns supreme.
