The diamond takes a back seat

If you were one of the lucky folks who got engaged over the holidays, chances are you're staring down at a colored stone, and not a traditional diamond. Why the switch? That 18 carat sapphire Prince William planted on Kate Middleton might have something to do with it. (It probably doesn't hurt that it was Princess Diana's engagement ring too.)

Jen Weigel

January 17, 2011