Are We Really Doing The Gold Trend, Ladies?

Lately, I've noticed a trend in Hollywood and no, it's not a baby bump, it's the gold engagement ring.  For the last two decades, the platinum (or white gold) cushion-cut diamond ring in robin egg blue Tiffany box has been the ultimate standard for engagements.  Yet take a look at the rings recently given to two Hollywood gals under the age of thirty.......gold bands and a very non-traditional style.  Has the tide finally turned? Are we doing the gold trend now in engagement rings?  Let's take a closer look at Miley Cyrus and Diana DeGarmo's engagement rings and Tori Spelling's anniversary ring.........

Miley's Ring:
Designer:  Neil Lane
Carats:  3.5
Cut:  Cushion
Band:  18K Gold
Motif:  Art Nouveau
Diamond dates back to 1880 or 1890.
Fiancé:  Liam Hemsworth (Thor's Brother!)

Diana's Ring:
Designer:  David Webb
Carats:  1 for center stone, .2 for side stones
Band:  18K Gold and Platinum  (prongs holding stones)
Motif:  Sunflower, her favorite flower.
Ace designed this ring for Diana.
Fiancé:  Ace Young

Tori's Ring:  

Designer:  Neil Lane

Stones:  6 Coral Cabochon Stones

Band:  Gold Bezel with Filigree Work

Motif:  1950's Antique

This is a 6th anniversary ring.  Tori gets a new ring each year on their anniversary date. (Way to go, Tori!)

Husband:  Dean McDermott

What do you think of the gold trend?  While I am a huge fan of Tori's ring, I think I still prefer the platinum look.  Miley's ring is very elegant, but just not my style while Diana's is definitely a personal taste issue.  I want to hear what you have to say!  Let me know on Facebook, Twitter, or in the comments below.    

Hello, Idaho! I will be appearing on NewsTalk 690 with Tim Lewis tomorrow morning at 7:35AM PT/10:25AM ET.  You can listen in LIVE here.  We will be talking about the summer box office and I will give you the inside scoop on my interviews with the Rock of Ages cast.  Tim interviewed me during Oscar season and it was one of my favorite interviews during that crazy month.  

Tiffany Leather Collection

I am an accessories girl:  belts, shoes, bags, and costume jewelry are my weaknesses.  I try and stay on budget and look for affordable pieces to add to my wardrobe.  From time to time, there is a budget-busting collection that catches my eye and sends me into covet overdrive.  This fall, it is the Tiffany Leather Collection designed by Richard Lambertson and John Truex.  Their new line of bags and clutches is divine, classic, clean, and a timeless work of art.  Take a look at the highlights and let me know what you think.  I picked out some of my favorites and I am starting to save my pennies now for a rainy day Tiffany fund.

Savoy Clutch $995 (Tiffany Blue!!)

Reversible Tote.  Small:  $395,  Large:  $595

Tiffany Bracelet Bag $795

Isabelle Clutch $1275.  Perhaps my favorite piece and, of course, the biggest price tag.  Sigh.

Holly Clutch $595

Finally, a big thanks to Jenna of Seven Style Notes for listing Red Carpet Closet as one of her Top 12 Favorite Blogs.  Thanks, Jenna.  Now, go show Jenna some love and catch up on her latest posts.  I will be working in Texas the next 24 days, so we are going to have a lot of fun with fashion, food, and flavor.  Texas is all about going big or going home, so come back y'all for my Longhorn adventure.  

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