For years, quiet luxury was the hottest way to get dressed—but spring’s colorful gemstones trend proves that times are changing. While there’ll always be a place in our jewelry capsules for simple studs and tennis bracelets, there’s more color than ever on the market.
Saint Laurent, Givenchy, Valentino, and Simone Rocha all turned their backs on traditional diamonds on their spring-summer 2026 runways, showing a rainbow of crystals and stones instead. Brilliant Earth’s spring lineup, which is stacked with candy-colored gems in a dizzying array of shades, is perhaps the best place to buy in.
Glamour’s colorful gemstones trend wish list
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Peridot, ruby, topaz, amethyst—name a gem famous for its hue, and it’s probably trending right now. One reason is that they’re simply easier and cheaper to source than ever before, thanks to the explosion of lab-grown stones. (Sapphires and emeralds are particularly popular manmade options, and you’ll find them in our edit below.)
And conversely, now that the market has been flooded with lab diamonds—plus lookalikes, such as moissanite—their classic sparkle, while not losing its charm, has shoppers curious to look for more to add to the mix. Whether worn solo or mixed into a diamond stack, supersaturated gems simply stand out more than ever, providing some welcome visual interest among a sea of clear stones. Colorful gemstones also dovetail nicely with some of spring’s biggest fashion and jewelry trends. The season will be defined by bold beading, over-the-top embellishment, and loud color-blocking; any of the picks below fit the vibe perfectly.
While you could go for the costume stuff, this trend has enough staying power to warrant a proper investment—and that’s where Brilliant Earth comes in. Our favorite finds start at just $200, and for a limited time, purchases over $1,000 also come with free diamond earrings with the promo code STUDS. (Who doesn’t love a good deal?)
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