Mismatched diamonds: One jewellery trend you must add to your closet

The past two years have redefined the way we express ourselves through fashion and jewellery and one trend that’s fast coming into vogue post-pandemic is mismatched diamonds, says a new report from The Natural Diamond Council in India.

Mismatched diamonds – combining a variety of differently cut diamonds in one piece of jewellery – allows the wearer to make a statement with subtlety. It also gives them the opportunity to get creative with their own pieces and add to their collections.

“From a designer’s perspective, it’s fun to mix different diamond cuts in one piece — it’s an illusionist’s game,” says jewellery insider and trained gemologist Katerina Perez. “It adds volume, helps play with proportions, creates different shapes and dimensions. Mismatched diamonds also show character and individuality.”


In vogue
The trend report from The Natural Diamond Council in India, curated in collaboration with its Style Collective (Rhea Kapoor, Aditi Rao Hydari, HH Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad of Baroda, Bibhu Mohapatra, Roohi Oomerbhoy Jaikishan, Katerina Perez, Sarah Royce-Greensill and Nonita Kalra) also highlights the growing popularity of diamond hoop earrings and vintage cuts, especially briolettes and rose cuts.

Natural diamonds continue to be the epitome of luxury and celebration of personal milestones, says Richa Singh, managing director, Natural Diamond Council India and The Middle East.

“The past two years have redefined the way we express ourselves through fashion and jewellery and our trend report conveys the invaluable experiences that have set the tone for the year. It reflects a whimsical spirit that is grounded in vintage choices, to create means of self-expression, adding a sense of playfulness and glamour to your personal style; a true definition of the charisma that younger millennials and Gen-Z audiences demonstrate.”