Much like acquiring special antiques or commissioning custom furnishings you’ll cherish no matter where you move, investing in high-end jewelry that reflects your essence creates joy for years to come. For most people, however, gone are the days where you’re going to gala after gala. Modern living is more casual, and so the trends for fine jewelry have changed as well.
21C Designs, a woman-owned, full-service atelier that specializes in creating custom fine jewelry and reimagining existing pieces, sees first-hand what people want now.
Jaime Polk and Katherine Rosenberg, frustrated with the state of the jewelry industry and looking for their next chapter, started 21C Designs with the mission to change the consumer experience. Based in Connecticut, the duo can welcome you to their tranquil studio in Madison or they can come to your home whether you’re in Westchester County, Fairfield County, or New York City. They also work with clients around the country, meeting you with virtual consultations wherever you are.
With decades of experience, here are the trends they believe are here to stay and custom pieces they have made for clients lately.
1. Having a Jewelry Wardrobe
Much like building a capsule wardrobe with the perfect collared shirt, summer dress, or pair of jeans, having go-to fine jewelry you can style differently and wear effortlessly has become huge for people. It makes getting ready easy and ensures you can always feel confident with a bit of sparkle.
The designers at 21C Designs frequently help clients create their dream jewelry wardrobe. This often includes:
- Simple necklaces with layers of diamond stations, using the clients own diamonds or diamonds the atelier sources.
- Stacking charm necklaces on push locks—a popular choice for those who want an eclectic, artful look in their everyday arsenal.
- Rings like bezel set bands and stacking bands that can be worn together or alone to suit your mood.
- Tennis bracelets, station bracelets, stacking bangles and cuffs.
- Diamond halo studs, diamond hoops, and diamond leverbacks tight to the ear.
2. Transforming Heirloom Pieces
Instead of letting your ornate heirloom jewels collect dust, 21C Designs can give them a fresh look and make them more wearable for you. Life has changed, and so have the fine jewelry styles we wear often. Instead of fighting that, 21C Designs encourages you to embrace it.
The team can pop out the stones, create new designs, and reinvent your pieces in their shop in Madison, Connecticut. You’ll get credit for the gold and they will even appraise the jewelry for you so you know its value.
Who doesn’t love a trend that combines sustainability and sentimentality? Decades from now if they’re passed down in your family, the next generation can also reimagine them.
3. Statement Rings
Everyone needs a few statement rings to wear, and they never really go out of style. You can especially enjoy statement rings when you create them custom since you’ll know you have something one-of-a-kind.
When it comes to styles, people are loving cigar bands in yellow or white gold right now. They can look both modern and timeless. Rings with ribbons of diamonds are also a hit, and these always age gracefully.
4. Playing with Color
Rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, oh my! These gems continue to captivate all ages in the 21st century. In a time where many are living and dressing expressively, having colorful, bold pieces is a natural fit.
Necklaces, earrings, and rings with large, colored gemstones as the hero will bring personality and vibrance to your fine jewelry collection.
5. Old and New Engagement Rings Styles
Everyone always wants to know what’s going one with engagement rings, and 21C Designs is giving us the scoop. Currently, they’re seeing emerald cut center stones, sapphires, vintage rings, and three-stone rings shine.
Cigar or wide band rings are also on the rise, giving engagement rings a more unconventional and unique look than ever before. Some people are preferring the look of a statement ring as an engagement ring, so now is a time where the boundaries are being pushed in an exciting and inventive way.
Classic, one-stone engagement rings will always be in vogue, but the future could hold a variety of more contemporary ring styles. Of course, 21C Designs can help with whatever your engagement ring preference is.
Brimming with creativity and ready to dive into your special projects, 21C Designs is doing things differently. Most jewelry available in the U.S. is made overseas and utilizes commercial-quality diamonds and gemstones, cut to fit a setting or piece of jewelry. With this concierge atelier’s custom work, their fine jewelry is made one piece at a time and made to fit your diamonds or gemstones. The difference is significant, and the quality and craftsmanship you’ll experience is unparalleled.
Their consultations and signature designs, although proprietary, are free of charge so you can take the time to make everything exactly how you want it. All prices are then reviewed together before manufacturing begins.
Visit the 21C Designs website to set up your free consultation and begin creating something beautiful.
