Donning Diamonds During Daylight Hours Is a Great Way to Take Advantage of the Glistening Sun

The Cannes International Film Festival recently wrapped up its 79th annual festivities. Practically every red carpet look was enhanced by a blinding amount of diamond jewelry. While all that bling may be a prerequisite for attending any high-profile event, for day-to-day looks it would seem over the top to rock gems to run errands or go to the office. That doesn’t mean you can only wear diamonds for special occasions. Actually, summer is an ideal time to polish off your outfits with delicate diamond jewelry since all that extra sun will help them sparkle.

Now just because the diamonds are subdued doesn’t mean your jewelry can’t make a (subtle) statement. Let’s start with the rings. Monica Vinader combines a slightly chunky gold design with a skinnier and sparklier band for a cool stacked effect. The brand’s interlocking Riva Diamond Kiss Ring also tamps down the glitz with streamlined glamour. Speaking of sleek stacks, Oak & Luna’s Inez Initial Ring and Diamond Ring Set allow you to show love to yourself or your SO. Signet rings are still popular so Yvonne Léon’s Baby Chevalière 9-Karat Gold, Coral and Diamond Signet Ring won’t spend much time in your jewelry box. The practice of mixing metals is also on the rise. Enter Nouvel Heritage’s “mood” ring that’s mostly silver with a pair of diamonds encased in gold.

When it comes to earrings, you have your choice of singles or pairs. Both L'Atelier Nawbar’s gold, enamel and diamond hoop earrings and Zoë Chicco’s solitary stunner come in waves. Jennifer Meyer shines the spotlight on daisies with single diamonds in the center. Completedworks’ butterfly stud is another nod to the season. Safety pin earrings are also on the daytime menu, especially Loren Stewart’s colorful single earring with diamond accents.

STONE AND STRAND’s Harbor Lights necklace capitalizes on negative space by positioning diamonds where the necklace ebbs and flows. Persée’s Séléné 18-Karat Gold Diamond Necklace has a lunar theme with an extra diamond hanging off the crescent moon. Get much more bang for your buck by snatching up J’evar’s Lotus Petals Double-Layered Lariat Necklace featuring strategically-placed diamonds for enhanced shine.

A diamond marks the spot on Oak & Luna’s Engraved Compass Bracelet in gold vermeil. Show your love some more with J’evar’s Beating Hearts Bold Heart Paperclip Bracelet. It’s made for warmer days since the charm needs at least partially bare arms to be fully appreciated. Take a truly minimalist approach by selecting Monica Vinader’s sterling silver slim bangle and sport it solo.

Prepare for the dazzling days of summer with these pieces of delicate diamond jewelry.