Why You Should Consider a Light Yellow Engagement Ring
Today we’re exploring the beauty and benefits of a light yellow diamond. Learn what sets them
apart from a fancy yellow diamond and why you should consider one for your engagement ring.
What is a Light Yellow Diamond?
A light yellow diamond is a traditional diamond that falls on the far end of the color scale. The
diamond color chart ranges from D to Z. D, E and F being completely colorless to the naked eye,
while S through Z have a light yellow hue. Explore our limited series of light yellow diamond
engagement rings, Golden Hour.
What’s the difference between a light yellow and fancy yellow diamond?
Fancy yellow diamonds are classified by a deeper, more saturated yellow color that falls outside
of the colorless grading scale. For this reason, fancy yellow diamonds are rarer, and more
expensive. Light yellow diamonds are just that: lighter and paler in tone, but with a clear yellow
hue. Light yellow diamonds are often set in yellow gold in order to enhance the tone of the
diamond.
To learn more about fancy yellow diamond rings click here
Why is a Light Yellow Diamond a Great Choice For an Engagement Ring?
A Rare and Radiant Beauty
With their soft golden hue, light yellow diamonds exude a warm, romantic glow that sets them
apart from traditional colorless diamonds. These diamonds work beautifully in vintage-inspired
settings – creating a modern heirloom with timeless appeal. We think they’re the perfect choice
for someone looking for a distinctive and elegant engagement ring.
The Fancy Yellow Look For Less
If you love the look of a fancy yellow diamond, but want to stay within a more accessible
budget, a light yellow diamond is an excellent choice. Light yellow diamonds offer a strikingly
similar aesthetic at a fraction of the cost. Because they sit lower on the color grading scale, they
are significantly more affordable than both colorless (D-F) and fancy yellow diamonds.
Tips from a Lauren B Design Consultant: Adelina
“I love suggesting a light yellow diamond to a client who is interested in yellow diamonds. The
difference between a Z color to a fancy light yellow can be a savings of tens of thousands of dollars
for a very similar look”
Any advice on setting a light yellow diamond?
“One way to make a light yellow diamond appear more saturated in color is by setting it with yellow
gold prongs and with a yellow gold “cup” underneath the diamond which reflects and holds that
yellow light within your center stone”
For more styling tips and information on yellow diamonds click here
Our favorite light yellow styles from the Golden Hour series:
2.5 ct Oval Diamond Lotus Prong Pave Ring
5.02 ct Asscher Cut Bezel Baguette Band Ring
2.24 ct Emerald Cut Three-Stone Ring
