American pop singer Katy Perry has been seen flashing her new diamond engagement ring, from now-fiance British comedian Russell Brand, all over London. According to recent sightings of the glittering rock, rumored to be a Cartier creation, it is believed to be a round diamond of about 3-carats, set in a yellow gold band.

Katy Perry. Now she's got a real diamond

By: privateradio

Diamonds may be a girl's best fried, but these days the gems seem to be expanding their circle of friends and letting boys in: one of the fastest growing jewelry trends worldwide is men’s diamond rings – From diamond wedding bands to stylish declarations, there's a style out there for every man.

Diamond rings are considered the ultimate gift for that special someone, but buyers are no longer excursively men, as women too have began giving the men in their lives, who just may be diamonds in the rough themselves, the gem said to last forever.

Recognizing a market need, 25karats.com recently launched a new line of men's diamond rings, and the luxury creations – ranging from men’s solitaire rings to fancy styles and exquisite diamond wedding bands – truly illustrate that if you're willing to bling – you're sure to find a diamond ring.

But let's be honest – the people at 25karats.com are aware of the fact that men's diamond rings are not for everyone. After all – some of us bling better than others, and so 25karats.com crafted new styles in luxury metals, so if you prefer you rings diamond-free there's an entire range of platinum, palladium, 14k and 18k white and yellow gold bands for you to choose from.
One of my previous posts told you about a company which manufactures diamond-studded leather bracelets for men – another interesting alternative for men who are looking to make an elegant diamond statement.

I certainly hope we men see glittering prospects in our future, as well as a wider range of diamond jewelry. Personally, I wish I could find diamond jewelry to my liking. Something not too big or too pimpish; just a simple, rugged design in a minimalist, manly setting. I would definitely go for something in a white, gray or green diamond – my favorite.

Are there men's diamond engagement rings in our future? When will more women begin popping the question by presenting their men with telltale velvet boxes? Are we in for a revolution?
What do you have to say about that? Would you men buy yourselves diamond jewelry? Would you women like your men to be wearing diamonds? Would you buy a diamond for him? Share your thoughts.

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Back in 2000 when I lived in Minnesota a good friend of mine, a diamond and gemstone dealer, told me he had a vision: He was investing in colorful diamonds instead of clear ones. It was going to be the next trend, he said, he can feel it in his heart.

Mostly neglected at that time by jewelry designers on a quest for the perfectly clear stone, colored diamonds sat in his store waiting for better days.

Sure enough, it was not long before celebrity Jennifer Lopez displayed the gorgeous $3 million engagement ring boasting a (rather large) square pink diamond. Fairly quickly colorful diamonds took center stage. While other gemstones boast pink, blue, yellow, green, purple, brown and black none of them can match the glare and clarity of a natural diamond.

Pink diamonds, other than being especially rare, are definitely stunningly beautiful. They're a like a rose that never wilts but incessantly draws you inside its lattice of reflections, simultaneously tender and timeless.

Blue diamonds are another favorite, with a flawless blue diamond selling recently for a record price in an auction in Geneva. As blue diamonds are mined in only few places on earth, wearing them is one way to be out of the ordinary.

Green diamonds come in light, dark or yellowish tint. Yellows and browns are another delight for fashion designers. I personally find that my friends and I are mostly buying black diamonds, mesmerized by the beautiful jewelry designs available. 

The colors actually represent structural imperfections in the stone, hence the impeccable reputation of the clear, transparent diamonds.

My friend's ingenuity certainly paid off. When I think about it, and when I think of how fashion has a 30 year cycle, I realize my friend was just using some plain common sense.  

I find myself dressed in 70s designs and 70s colors, even 70s sunglasses and makeup. Is it any wonder that I also prefer stunning colored gemstone mosaics to clean-cut, smart, professional clear diamonds?

Extrapolating the thought I wonder what jewelry I'd be wearing in the next decade. I was young enough to make a fool of myself back in the notorious 80s, hairstyle, makeup and all. Is it possible I'd fall for the same trend again? And do diamonds go with the renewed 80s trends? What would I be wearing? Got to ask my diamond vendor friend, I'm sure he'll reinvent his inventory of diamonds pretty soon.

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