Trending Jewelry for 2025: Heirlooms, Responsible Sourcing, Lab-Grown Diamonds, and Custom Design

Every year brings new trends to the world of fine jewelry, but at Julez Bryant, our commitment remains the same: to create pieces that are both on the cutting edge of design and destined to become timeless heirlooms.

Timeless Design Meets Modern Trends

While bold looks, lab-grown diamonds, and personalized details are making headlines in 2025, our approach has always been to honor what lasts. Julez Bryant engagement rings and fine jewelry are never about chasing trends for the sake of it. They’re about capturing your unique story in a piece you’ll love for a lifetime. 

The New Wave of Engagement Rings

One of the biggest shifts in fine jewelry today is in engagement rings, especially the rise of custom designs and unique settings. Couples are looking beyond the “classic solitaire” to create rings that tell their own story. At Julez Bryant, we work one-on-one with clients to sketch, refine, and handcraft engagement rings that are truly personal. From unexpected diamond shapes to intricate settings, our clients are choosing meaning and individuality over convention.

Lab-Grown & Natural Diamonds—A Personal Approach

Lab-grown diamonds continue to rise in popularity, and at Julez Bryant, we offer both lab-grown and natural diamonds. Having visited the mines in Botswana, Julez has seen firsthand the beauty and unique character of natural stones, especially their inclusions and subtle imperfections, which remind me of my own design journey and the intentional, organic nature of handmade jewelry.

But embracing innovation is key, and we love helping clients find lab-grown diamonds with personality and uniqueness. Whether natural or lab-created, every diamond in a Julez Bryant piece is ethically sourced and carefully chosen for its beauty and integrity.

Heirloom & Remodel: The Most Sustainable Choice

Another beautiful trend we’re seeing is the transformation of family jewelry into modern heirlooms. Some of our most meaningful projects involve remodeling existing rings, diamonds, and gold into new, custom engagement rings or fine jewelry. We believe the most ethical stone is the one you already have, and nothing feels more personal than giving new life to a family treasure.

As a certified Fairmined gold jeweler, we also work with recycled and responsibly sourced gold, ensuring every Julez Bryant piece supports both people and the planet.

Our Promise: Jewelry for Generations

Even as trends shift, the heart of Julez Bryant remains timeless design, ethical craftsmanship, and genuine connection. Our studio-gallery in Encinitas invites you to experience the journey of your jewelry firsthand, from sketch to setting. Whether you’re dreaming up a custom engagement ring or reimagining an heirloom, you’ll find our approach is always personal, transparent, and rooted in true artistry.

Visit us in Encinitas or contact us to start your custom journey.