Wedding Jewellery Trends in New Zealand for 2026

January 27, 2026

This wedding season calls for everything to just be in order, from the dress, the shoes, and the veil to the centerpieces and the napkins. Everything needs to be perfect with a capital ‘P’. Meanwhile, the most keen paraphernalia still remains– the mighty jewels. It’s not just that we’re in 2026 but also that the trends all around the world are witnessing a major shift in ongoing fashion trends. This means the wedding trends in New Zealand have significantly changed, too. Today, let’s discuss these over-the-top trends that corroborate the new fashion trends.

Below are the new trends that affect not just the fashion but the bride’s choice of jewellery all around New Zealand

Say Yes To Bridal Jewellery
Colourful Gemstones Are Your Friends
Lab Grown Diamonds Are the Best Choice
Tungsten Carbide Rings Are the Contemporary Choice
Sustainable & Eco-friendly Jewellery
- Bottomline

Say Yes To Bridal Jewellery

The bridal set jewellery can be worn on all the nuptials, ensembles, occasions preceding the big day, or even worn nonchalantly during the reception, and even the pieces that form the ceremony itself, a gateway into a new chapter. Bridal sets are an impressive way of standing out while also being the center of attention. Remember, it’s all about you, and hence the jewellery you choose must reflect that.

Colourful Gemstones Are Your Friends

Colourful gems can make you preeminent in all your wedding photos. Instead of white diamonds and silver settings, gemstones are coming in every colour of the rainbow. The reasons are simple: we need a little bit of colour on our special day. We offer high-quality gemstone jewellery collections that offer a wonderful variety of designs, from the simple and pure to dramatic outlines; however, what remains consistent is their evergreen touch.

Lab Grown Diamonds Are the Best Choice

Lab grown diamonds have taken the wedding world by storm, quickly becoming one of the most popular choices for engagement and wedding rings. What once was considered an alternative is now a trendsetting classic and for good reason. One of the biggest trends? Getting a bigger, better-looking diamond for less. Because lab grown diamonds cost significantly less than mined ones and are significantly more sustainable than natural diamonds, couples can often choose a larger or higher-quality diamond without stretching their budget.

Tungsten Carbide Rings Are the Contemporary Choice

Tungsten carbide rings have become increasingly popular as contemporary choices for wedding bands, especially for couples who want durability, distinctive style, and great value. Tungsten carbide is known for outstanding scratch resistance and long-lasting shine. Perfect for daily wear as they hardly ever lose their finish.

Sustainable & Eco-friendly Jewellery

As we move forward in the world, turning to grounding elements to sustain natural materials and jewels is a green reminder. Elegant, nature-inspired jewellery like greenstone jewellery continues to be highly bought by many brides now. Pieces that capture the innate beauty of our nature and an ethically sourced ring, trinket or earrings mirrors the advantages of going nature-friendly all year long.

Bottomline

For your special day, no matter what design you choose, the most important element must be the longevity of the piece. Our designs are created not just for the present but also for the future. Stonex Jewellers’ collections such as wedding jewellery, bridal jewellery or bridal sets are eternally praised & worn, loved, treasured, and passed down through generations. Shop or browse online to avail undeniable deals, get seasonal discounts and make the most out of your purchase with us.

AUTHOR BIO

Utkarsha

Utkarsha is a skilled content writer with over three years of experience in the fashion industry. She currently contributes to Stonex Jewellers, where she has developed a deep understanding of effectively capturing the essence of the jewellery sector. With a versatile background in fashion and lifestyle writing, she brings a keen eye for market trends and audience preferences. A graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication, Utkarsha is adept at conveying the cultural and emotional nuances behind style choices and their timing.