Blue Diamond Earrings

Most people purchase diamond jewelry with clear or transparent diamonds in them. But there is a growing trend of wearing blue diamond jewelry be it as earrings, rings or pendants. Blue is one of the most attractive and fiery colors in diamonds and many people prefer colored diamonds to the clear ones. Blue colored diamond earrings are a must have jewelry item in any woman's wish list and there are many designs and styles to choose from. Blue diamonds are found in varying shades and hues and the most expensive blue diamonds are those that have a deep blue color similar to that of a blue sapphire. Other popular colors are icy blue and sea blue. The shape, quality and the carat of the stones in blue diamond earrings will have a bearing on the price of the stone.

Designs and Styles of Blue Diamond Earrings

Blue diamonds are extremely rare and that is the reason why blue diamond jewelry are extremely difficult to obtain. The diamond color in colored diamonds are produced when there are chemical impurities or defects in the crystal lattice structure of the diamond. Blue diamonds derive their beautiful blue color due to the presence of boron impurities in it.

Diamond Studs
One of the most classic and popular designs is the diamond studs. These diamond studs are made of solitaire blue diamonds, generally weighing half a carat. Blue diamond earring studs are very expensive since the stones are quite big. Some designs in diamond studs have a central blue diamond stone which is surrounded by a cluster of 8 to 10 small colorless diamonds. This type of design in blue diamond stud earrings are very much in vogue and they are great for wearing to the office as well as for a party.

Drop Earrings
If diamond studs are not your style, then you can purchase blue diamond earring drops. Drop earrings consist of a big gemstone usually a diamond that hangs from a single point, it is dangly and about 2 inch long. Many smaller diamonds or semi precious stones are used for making drop earrings. One of the most beautiful drop diamond earrings design is to combine it with colorless diamonds with small pearls. Another variation of the drop blue diamond earrings is the tear drop diamond earring. The central diamond that hangs from the base is a tear drop shaped one and is a very popular design. Some of the best drop and teardrop blue diamond earrings can be found in the collection of Cartier, Tiffany and Bvlgari. All these diamond earrings are set in 18K or 22K gold, silver, or platinum.

Blue Diamond Hoops
If you are looking for a classic and timeless design in diamond earrings, then your best option would be to purchase blue diamond hoops. Hoops are in fashion right now and even Hollywood A-listers like Angelina Jolie and Kate Hudson are seen wearing them in red carpet events. Traditionally hoops were only worn in gold or silver, but colored diamond hops are really big right now. Blue diamond hoops are considerably cheaper than drop earrings as they use smaller stones. These blue diamond hoops can instantly add pizazz to even the most boring of black dresses.

Chandelier Earrings
Now if you want something more ornate and formal, you can't go wrong with chandelier earrings studded with blue diamonds. A combination of blue and white diamonds or blue diamonds and amethyst are good designs for chandelier earrings. Chandelier earrings come in many designs and styles from the simple to the long shoulder grazing ones. The cost of chandelier diamond earrings is considerable, but then it is also quite a good investment.

Always purchase a design that you are comfortable wearing and which will suit your style. Blue diamonds are really unique and beautiful and you should have a pair of blue diamond earrings in your jewelry box.