# Replica Royal Rings M&S Created a Budget-Friendly Version of Kate Middleton's Engagement Ring By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-08-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-middletons-engagement-ring References: [glamourmagazine](https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/kate-middleton-engagement-ring-replica) & [marksandspencer](https://www.marksandspencer.com/platinum-plated-ring/p/p60271039?OmnitureRedirect=cocktail%20ring&source=affwindow&extid=af_a_Uncategorised_78888_Skimlinks&comgp=78888&cvosrc=affiliate.aw.78888&awc=1402_1566394376_fdfadd626ac9702c581be79a77bfec11) Department store [M&S](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-grapes) recently added to its collection of [cost-effective jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cove-fine-jewelry) with the Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring, which boasts a classic design that reminds of Kate Middleton's engagement ring. The shimmering Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring has a sapphire-like, blue gem at its center, an elongated oval shape and a comfortable Skin Kind band that's suitable for sensitive skin, which the brand describes goes "beyond normal hypoallergenic standards." The royally inspired ring is available in a range of sizes and can be purchased for a price of just £19.50. In the M&S Collection, there's also the [Platinum Plated Baguette Regal Ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baguette-ring), which originally launched in 2011 and boasts a similar design and sold out just as quickly as the elegant and cost-effective new Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cost-effective Jewelry:** The rise of cost-effective jewelry options, such as the Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring by M&S, offers consumers affordable yet fashionable accessories. - **Royal-inspired Designs:** The popularity of royal-inspired jewelry, like the Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring by M&S, presents opportunities for brands to create affordable replicas of iconic pieces. - **Skin Kind Materials:** The demand for jewelry made with skin-friendly materials, exemplified by the hypoallergenic Skin Kind band in the Platinum Plated Cocktail Ring by M&S, opens doors for innovations in comfort-focused designs and materials. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Jewelry:** The fashion jewelry industry can capitalize on the trend of cost-effective and royal-inspired designs to offer consumers stylish options at affordable prices. - **Retail:** The retail industry can leverage the demand for skin-friendly jewelry materials to incorporate more comfort-focused and hypoallergenic options in their product offerings. - **Online Shopping:** The rise of online shopping creates opportunities for retailers and brands to expand their reach and offer affordable replica jewelry to a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Mixed-Cut Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/austen-blake.md) - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md) - [Contemporary Sapphire Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zadie.md) - [Carrot-Shaped Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-gold-engagement-ring.md) - [Ultra-Chic Bridal Jewelry Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-engagement-ring.md) - [Understated Made-to-Order Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-ring-1.md) - [Delicate Jewelry Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monique-lhuilliers.md) - [Timeless Mocha-Mousse-Inspired Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cove-fine-jewelry.md) - [NY-based DTC Online Jeweler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/with-clarity.md)