# Darkly Angelic Wedding Rings Etsy's DesignMasters Makes Striking Black Wedding Rings By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-03-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-wedding-rings References: [awesomeetsy.tumblr](http://awesomeetsy.tumblr.com/post/80976348567/via-classic-angel-14k-gray-gold-1-0-carat-pink-by) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/164222961/classic-angel-14k-gray-gold-10-carat?ref=favs_view_8) Black wedding rings with hot pink jewels on them are definitely outside of the norm when it comes to engagement jewelry, but if you're looking for something a little different, DesignMasters on Etsy has it covered. The 'Classic Angel' ring features feather-like wings that delicately grip a lab-grown pink sapphire. The unusually dark band of the ring gets its coloring from an Italian gray gold matte rhodium coting over a 14K solid white gold. DesignMasters advises that the finish will begin to wear within about four years, but the peeks at the gold base below will only add a vintage effect. Around the ring are also several smaller pink sapphires for extra embellishment. The unique design comes with a price tag of $2,400, but it seems a small price to pay if you really want a very unique engagement ring. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Alternative Wedding Rings:** The trend of non-traditional wedding rings opens up innovation opportunities for jewelry designers to experiment with unconventional materials and designs. - **Black Engagement Rings:** The demand for black engagement rings indicates a trend towards edgier and unconventional fine jewelry that can be capitalized by jewelers who can offer a wider range of unique designs and materials. - **Lab-grown Gemstones:** The trend of using sustainable and lab-grown gemstones reveals an opportunity for jewelers to cater to eco-conscious consumers and promote ethical practices in the industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Jewelry:** The fine jewelry industry can capitalize on the trend towards unique and unconventional engagement rings by offering varied designs, materials and customization options. - **E-commerce:** The rise of e-commerce platforms such as Etsy that connect consumers directly with independent designers and makers presents an opportunity for small-scale jewelry businesses to reach a wider audience and expand their customer base. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The trend towards using sustainable and eco-friendly materials in the fashion industry reflects an opportunity for jewelry brands to incorporate ethical practices into their business models and cater to environmentally aware consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Chic Bridal Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-engagement-ring.md) - [Curated Wedding Jewellery Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-jewellery-guide.md) - [Unique Wedding Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-wedding-bands.md) - [Personalized Wedding Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personalized-wedding-bands.md) - [Personalized Mixed-Cut Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/austen-blake.md) - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md) - [Cocktail Flavor-Inspired Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nontraditional-engagement-ring.md) - [Bridal-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-heirlooms.md) - [Carrot-Shaped Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-gold-engagement-ring.md)