For many celebrities, a glittering diamond ring or dazzling necklace can add a touch of Hollywood glamour to their outfits. Meanwhile heartthrobs like Paul Mescal, Harry Styles and Rege-Jean Page have all worn glittering pieces over the last few months. Male jewellery has definitely been on the rise in the high end market for some time now. And now experts have revealed that it’s not just female stars who are partial to a bit of bling – with more men snapped wearing their favourite jewellery, expensive watches and statement piercings. In fact, men NOT wearing jewellery is only a fairly recent trend. Cristiano Ronaldo, the most followed man on Instagram, has also shown off his expensive bling, wearing a women’s engagement ring which is believed to be worth £200,000. I think men like Ronaldo, Timothee Chalamet, Drake and even Brad Pitt have pushed the trend into the mainstream’. A number of stars have been spotted wearing glittering jewels across their fingers in recent years. All of society’s heartthrobs are covered in gems! She explained: ‘Men have worn jewelry since the beginning of time. I think this trend is finally bleeding into the lower end of the jewellery market,’ she said. Sportsman Cristiano Ronaldo can often be seen wearing his favourite dazzling jewels on Instagram. New-York based gem expert, Julia Hackman Chafe, told Femail that while male jewellery is nothing new, it is becoming more visible across society.

And while celebrities like Meghan Markle may be best known for their personalised jewellery, a number of male A-listers have also taken to wearing the gems. He also layered up a gold crucifix necklace and fine gold chain with pearls. Julia posted a TikTok highlighting a huge gem on Ronaldo’s finger, and while the footballer isn’t known to be engaged, she says ‘I don’t care’ and that ‘I now think engagement rings on men are hot! Harry Styles has become known for his unique style and his various looks at this year’s award shows did not disappoint. On the other he styled miniature painting, pearl and a plated gold pinky ring. Among the statement pieces he paired with the looks were H and S initial gold rings and a large clear gemstone on one hand. Julia told FEMAIL: ‘Harry Styles made men’s jewellery truly HOT! He was first spotted wearing the extravagant bling in 2019, when expert Dovi Fehler at London Jeweller valued the ring, which is likely to be custom-made, at an astonishing £200,000. It’s an enormous cushion cut yellow canary engagement ring on his middle finger, surrounded by dozens of sparkling diamonds. Meanwhile Cristiano Ronaldo, who is known for his ostentatious diamond studs, recently shared a snap with a huge yellow gemstone on his finger. I want you to name me one woman you know who didn’t think Harry looked great – not possible!

The Irish actor is no stranger to pulling off statement jewellery pieces.

Julia said that from her experience working with jewellers as a gem wholesaler, she has seen first-hand the impact men like Ronaldo have had on the market. The star first shot to fame in the BBC adaptation of Sally Rooney novel Normal People – with his character’s silver chain necklace developing its own fanbase. A nominee at the BAFTAs for his role in Aftersun, Paul Mescal wore a huge leaf-shaped vintage Cartier pin on his lapel, with a diamond stud earring elevating his look even further. She said: ‘I’ve definitely noticed an uptick in men’s eternity bands and stud earrings. Julia described brooches as the ‘the theme of men’s jewellery at the GRAMMYs’. While Harry’s style is always standout, he was by no means the only star to go for eye-catching jewellery this awards season. The Irish actor is no stranger to pulling off statement jewellery pieces. Just recently, one of our male clients was wearing a sapphire eternity band and diamond studs. Bridgerton actor Rege-Jean Page also opted fora Boucheron lapel pins as he attended this year’s Oscar ceremony. Julia says that male stars are increasingly opting for brooches for the red carpet, even labelling the item ‘the theme of men’s jewellery at the GRAMMYs’. Host Trevor Noah wore a Cartier emerald brooch, while artist Steve Lacey wore a pearl one. Paul won a BAFTA for his role in 2021 – and also wore a Cartier brooch then with a black Gucci suit. Although Ronaldo might help push the trend further, macho men wearing gemstones has been a trend for a while in the jewelry industry. Sometimes men want to have fun too! Jay Z wore a Tiffany and Co Schlumberger Bird on a Rock Brooch as he supported his wife, Beyonce, as she became the most-awarded artist in GRAMMYs history.

He also wears a simple stud and silver ring on his index finger. And while their jewellery is unlikely to be anywhere near as pricey, the Love Island boys this year appear to be wearing a lot more bling than in previous years. With pearl necklace wearers Will Young and Ron Hall seen as favourites to win the show, it is clear that jewellery for men is having its moment among a new generation. Julia says social media – in particular TikTok and Instagram – has only reinforced the male jewellery trend. Among the stars who appear to indulge in dazzling diamond necklaces is Machine Gun Kelly, whose fashion choices are often a little out of the box. And he wasn’t the only star who wore a brooch to the Oscars – with Michael B Jordan donning a pair of rare Tiffany bird brooches and Brendan Fraser and Ke Huy Quan also wearing diamond pins. Almost every man to appear on the show this year has accessorised their outfit with a pearl necklace or chain at some point. Back in 2021, a merchandiser for jewellery company Jared said it had noticed an upward trend in men wearing diamonds, and that she anticipated pearls coming in in a big way. But since then, stars who have moved on – with many opting to wear glittering diamonds around their necks instead. And while the ITV show has moved away from its partnerships with cheaper, ‘fast fashion’ companies, it is still a key barometer of trends – with many of its cast aiming to show how stylish they are in the villa and coming out of it with brand deals.

If you’re as magpie-like about jewellery as I am, you’ll always be on the lookout for new brands and original pieces to add to your collection. The brand’s founders, sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg, believe you shouldn’t just save beautiful jewellery for best, so the sculptural rings and earrings are as practical as they are elegant. Her signature T-bar necklaces have been worn by the likes of Taylor Swift. Tilly Sveaas founded her eponymous brand in 2016. Born in Hong Kong to British-Norwegian parents, London-based Tilly has been a jewellery designer for over 25 years, creating her first pieces during an extended trip to Bali, where she still produces to this day. This British brand was launched in the autumn of 2024 by Tofi Caroline Adedoyin, a former investment banking director. Their goal is to make pieces that ‘will be your go-to for years to come’. Otiumberg positions itself as a demi-fine jewellery brand. If you love keeping things unique and prefer to shop independent, these jewellery brands are worth checking out and keeping in mind for your next purchase. There are so many amazing affordable and mid-range jewellery brands out there today, with a plethora of choice no matter what your style. All Grove & Vae jewellery is designed in London, and created using 14k gold vermeil and rhodium-plated sterling silver. But along with the prominent brands we all know and love, there are a load of under-the-radar gems (no pun intended) out there just waiting to be discovered.