• Jewelry shoppers seem more aware than ever that engagement rings need to stand the test of time. • Private jeweler Anna P. Jay predicts some ring styles will become less popular for practical reasons. • Jay said you may see more chunky engagement rings, but gold might become less popular.

A diamond might be forever, but engagement rings change a lot with the times.

Some timeless styles remain popular, while brides-to-be lose interest in others as trends evolve or materials become more expensive.

Business Insider spoke with Anna P. Jay, a private jeweler based in Nantucket, Massachusetts, about engagement ring styles that may be less popular soon.

Engagement rings with extremely thin bands were popular for several years, as people favored the dainty look and how thin bands can mak

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