This year has established the fact that our collective fascination with engagement rings—their cuts, their sizes, and their costs—is endless. While diamonds have always (and probably forever will be) a point of intrigue, 2025 alone has brought us Zendaya’s widely imitated 5.02-carat cushion-cut ring, disbelief over Georgina Rodríguez’s mammoth 35-carat rock, and some genuine moral panic over the .089-carat ring Belly Conklin received on The Summer I Turned Pretty. Then, of course, there was also the engagement heard around the world (hint: your English teacher and your gym teacher), which ushered in even more rock analyses about the big, brilliant-cut old-mine diamond ring that covers nearly half of Taylor Swift’s finger.
This massive engagement ring trend isn’t limited to celebrities. It seems like in today’s social media landscape, ring reveals are competing against each other and need to be impressive enough to stop your scrolling. So size matters, even despite the country’s major economic headwinds. Because while luxury spending at large is decreasing, affordable lab-grown options have made bigger rocks more financially accessible, while also warping our sense of what counts as “large.” “I would say 2 carats is the sweet spot,” says New York–based jewelry designer Bernard James, who also crafts custom rings with conflict-free natural diamonds. “People are skewing larger because they’re used to seeing bigger cuts. As lab-grown diamonds get more attention, people expect bigger—even if they go natural.”
While some shoppers might take the more savvy, budget-friendly route, others are willing to spend the equivalent of a college tuition, especially when it comes to an investment meant to last a lifetime. But if you want a statement-making ring, just know that it’s about more than carat size (despite all the chatter that spec inspires in pop culture). Rings don’t have to be large or cost a small fortune to look like they do. To really get the most visual impact per dollar, it’s about making smart cut choices, says Reema Chopra, founder of Khepri Jewels. “Pear and marquise cuts give you the best bang for your buck,” she notes. And an elongated silhouette? Optical illusion magic.
Chopra has also noticed a major push for rings that feel individual and personal, especially as lab-grown diamonds become more common. “People want to differentiate with color—like yellow or brown—or with cuts you can’t replicate,” she says.
So now, as engagement rings seem to be getting bigger and more unique, we asked 36 people to show us theirs—of all cuts and colors. We met some with lab-grown stunners and others with cherished family heirlooms and even one person who chose to pop the special question through this story (you can meet him below). What we found? While the social pressure for rocks to look larger is real, no matter the carat size, everyone just wants their rings to be an honest reflection of their style, their story, and, most importantly, their love
Meredith Marks
Occupation: Jewelry designer, caviar purveyor, and DJ
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
Social handle(s): @meredithmarks
Diamond size: 10 carats
Ring specifications: Natural emerald-cut with tapered baguettes
The inspiration for my ring: My first engagement ring fell down the toilet on the airplane, a year after I got engaged. The airline staff tried to help, but it was gone. I spent time looking for a replacement and was originally set on another emerald cut, but I stumbled on this cushion cut and fell in love. That was nearly 28 years ago, and I got this second ring about seven years ago, just before our 30th anniversary.
Something I love about my significant other: I love that Seth makes me laugh, brightens my day, supports me, and always brings me coffee in bed in the morning 🩷
Kamie Crawford, 32
Occupation: TV and podcast host
Hometown: Potomac, Maryland
Social handle(s): @kamiecrawford
Diamond size: 4 carats
My ring costs: Not my business!
How long I’ve been engaged: 3 days
Ring specifications: Oval-cut diamond with halo and a row of pavé diamonds
My ring makes me feel: Loved and understood
How I met my significant other: We met on Raya….I know, lol.
My proposal story: My fiancé proposed on the observatory floor of SAGA—a gorgeous restaurant with 360-degree views of NYC. With the help of my sisters, he planned my dream intimate proposal with an immediate engagement celebration with our loved ones. It was perfect and truly the best day of my life.
Were my nails done for the proposal? Yes—thank god for sisters. They made sure I had a fresh Russian manicure for the special day!
Something I love about my significant other: He is the most gentle, patient, and adoring man I’ve ever met in my life. He loves to see me shine and succeed and is always encouraging me to be great. He’s also fine as hell. That helps too.
Olivia McDowell, 26
Occupation: Influencer and content creator
Hometown: Columbus, Ohio
Social handle(s): @oliviaamcdowell
How long I’ve been engaged for: Just over a month!
How my ring makes me feel: Glamorous!
The inspiration for my ring: 1920s Art Deco design. I looked at stones with a jeweler, and she showed me an old-mine cushion-cut diamond from that era. I instantly knew it was the one for me!
How I met my significant other: A night out dancing in the city in New York City.
Something I love about him: He’s such a gentleman, always and incredibly romantic.
Emma Pritchard, 24
Occupation: Creator
Hometown: East Dennis, Massachusetts
Social handle(s): @emmapritchard
Diamond size: 6 carats
Ring specifications: Elongated oval with a hidden halo
My ring makes me feel: Powerful and confident
How I met my significant other: Payton’s sister had been following me for years, and when Payton got drafted by the Celtics, she sent him my socials because I’m a Boston native. She thought we should meet. Long story short, timing is everything—we finally connected two years later, and the rest is history!
My proposal story: He proposed on my favorite beach where I had spent my childhood, and after we had an intimate celebration with our closest friends and family. I couldn’t picture a more perfect day!
Something I love about my significant other: He’s the most driven person I have ever met in my life. He inspires me to always focus on my goals and dreams; nothing is unattainable.
Crystal Anderson, 43
Occupation: Creative
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Social handle(s): @beerbottles_chainsaws
Diamond size: 4.3 carats
Ring specifications: Hexagon, rose-cut natural salt and pepper diamond on a custom band
My involvement in designing the ring: No involvement! Total surprise.
My ring makes me feel: Seen because early in dating, I told my partner about Maggi Simpkins (the designer), and she remembered and reached out to her when she was ready to propose.
My proposal story: While I was working at Man Repeller, Kiesh had my boss fake a Summer Friday [happy hour], so she could set up our house. I walked in to Snoh Aalegra playing and a string leading to the backyard, where a live singer and guitarist were performing “Come Live With Me” by Ray Charles—my favorite song. Kiesh was there waiting for me.
Were your nails done for the proposal?: Hell no! (I’m still not over it.)
Sophia Roe, 36
Occupation: Chef and producer
Hometown: New York, New York
Social handle(s): @sophia_roe
Ring specifications: Natural old European brilliant-cut diamond in a platinum half-moon prong and bevel setting
My ring was made by: Caitlin Mociun
The inspiration for my ring: I thought I wanted something on the larger, chunkier side, but what I ended up with was the total opposite—simple, classic, but with some architectural flair. My partner is such a minimalist, and I’m on the quirky side. My favorite thing about my ring is how much it really combines both our aesthetics.
How I met my significant other: We met on a dating app and had our first date on a park bench at Tompkins Park. From the moment we met, we were completely smitten. Chris and I are that annoyingly madly in love couple—after a long wait to find each other, we love basking in our commitment.
Gabriel Ackman, 29
Occupation: Nonprofit professional
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Social handle(s): @gaackman
Diamond size: 2.58 carats
I want her ring to make her feel: Like a wealthy heiress on her way to a gala
Something I love about my significant other: We know each other so deeply. When we’re together, it’s like we speak our own language.
Something I’m looking forward to in our future together: Growing into all the phases of life together
A message to my significant other: Surprise! I can’t wait to marry you, Lauren.
Heidi Farrugia, 55
Occupation: Farrugia Family CEO
Hometown: Naples, Florida
Social handle(s): @hpfarrugia
Diamond size: 10.11 carats
Cost of ring: PRICELESS
How long I’ve been married for: 32 years
My ring was made by: Uniform Object (my son, David, is the founder). He redesigned the setting using the original diamond and turned the side shield-cut diamonds into huggie earrings!
One word to describe my ring: Fabulous!
How I met my significant other: Through a sorority sister during my senior year of college.
Something I love about my significant other: He’s just a lot of fun! We always have the best time together, and he’s very motivated, smart, charismatic, kind, loving, and handsome.
Ashley Moubayed, 36
Occupation: Jewelry designer
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Social handle(s): @dontletdisco
Diamond size: 3 carats
Ring specifications: Antique, natural diamond ring set in 18-karat yellow gold, double-formed band with a satin finish.
My ring was made by: Jenna Katz
The inspiration for my ring: I wanted it to look like an ancient artifact.
My proposal story: Even though I helped design the ring, he still managed to surprise me. The day before our trip to Rome, the designer texted about final finishes, so I figured the proposal wasn’t happening there. But during a visit to see his cousin’s cataloged collection of ancient Italian jewelry, he proposed, which explained why he was rushing me through!
Nicole Beatty Brown, 32
Occupation: Vice president, head of talent strategy at LIFT Sports Management
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
Social handle(s): @nicolebeattybrown
One word to describe my ring: Dreamy
My proposal story: Joe proposed during a sunset walk on the beach at Kamalame Cay, a private island and hotel in the Bahamas. We were the only two on the beach (apart from a photographer), so it was extremely intimate. The Bahamas was our first trip together as a couple, so it was a full-circle moment.
Varsha Bhargava, 30
Occupation: Customer engineer at Google
Hometown: McLean, Virginia
Social handle(s): @varshabhargava
Diamond size: 3.26 carats
Ring specifications: Natural elongated cushion-cut antique diamond, in a custom setting
The inspiration for my ring: My fiancé wanted to pick a stone with history. He tracked down where it was mined, cut, and sold during its life. He designed the setting with a raindrop-shaped sapphire, representing my name and birthstone. (“Varsha” means “rain” in Hindi.)
One word to describe my ring: Intimate
How I met my significant other: We met through a mutual friend, and after a few months of dating, he made a romantic PowerPoint to ask me to be his girlfriend.
Madeline Swanson, 34
Occupation: Stylist/creator
Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Social handle(s): @madmadder
Ring specifications: Round brilliant cut, diamond set flush within a softened square signet-style setting
The inspiration for my ring: Dickie Greenleaf’s pinky ring
My involvement in designing the ring: My fiancé’s aunt, Roxanne, who runs a jewelry store, helped me design it. I wanted something chunky, gold, and signet-style, but my indecision dragged things out. Then, last October, his mom and her sisters bestowed upon him their grandmother’s ring—and everything clicked. I love that it is both an heirloom and customized to my funky tastes. It’s a true honor to wear it every day.
Skylar Marshai, 28
Occupation: Storyteller and creative strategist
Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
Social handle(s): @skylarmarshai
Diamond size: 4.24 carats
Ring specifications: Lab-grown oval-cut diamond, with natural surrounding diamonds, set in 14 karat gold.
Inspiration for my ring: My fiancé and I call each other “bean,” and often say we’re “two beans in a pod,” so we knew we wanted to reflect that in the design. We drew inspiration from sculpture, water, and landscape. I wanted it to be organic and of the earth.
How I met my significant other: He slid in my DMs! His first message to me was “Muse,” and I found that deeply flattering, so it didn’t take long for me to respond. He’s been treating me like his muse ever since too.
Asiah James Cannon, 32
Occupation: Creative lead
Hometown: Washington, DC
My ring was made by: Greenwich St Jewelers
My ring makes me feel: Wife-ly
How I met my significant other: We worked together years ago, fell in love, and have never separated since. It’s been a joy to grow through seasons of love, loss, and so much growth from meeting in our early 20s. We met chasing our dreams—and living them out loud together is a life well lived. So excited for what’s next.
Something I love about him: I love his love for life and his curiosity about the world. He is always game for a great conversation and a great adventure. The perfect balance for my sometimes over-planner Taurus traits. I just love him!
Muna Khalaf, 31
Occupation: Image director/creative director
Hometown: Amman, Jordan
Social handle(s): @Munakhalaf_
Diamond size: 3.5 carats
How long I’ve been engaged for: One day
One word to describe my ring: Manifestation
My ring makes me feel: Loved, safe, taken care of
My proposal story: He proposed yesterday, actually. :) He hacked my Pinterest, found a photo from my “manifest” board, and recreated it. He asked if we could grab takeout and go to a park—then blindfolded me and led me down a path. When he took it off, we were in a lavender field with a candlelit table. Later, I found out his family had been sneaking around, setting it all up while I was blindfolded.
Taylor Ford, 36
Occupation: Social media director, InStyle
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Social handle(s): @taylor_ford
Diamond size: 3 carats
How long I’ve been engaged for: One month
Ring specifications: Natural, old-mine cushion cut diamond, with an emerald and diamond halo
My ring was made by: Marisa Perry Atelier
My involvement in designing the ring: 0%. All Dave :)
The inspiration for my ring: A vintage ring from a 1st Dibs Instagram ad
Something I love about my significant other: Literally everything. He’s the funniest person in the world, and I’m addicted to him. He’s my absolute best friend and nobody loves each other as much as we do! *gag*
Rebeca Flores, 30
Occupation: Stylist
Hometown: Mexicali, Mexico
Social handle(s): @rebecafloresswift
Diamond size: 4.1 carats (yellow ring) and 5.3 carats (pink ring)
Ring specifications: One ring is a yellow diamond, cushion cut, platinum. The second ring is a pink lab-grown diamond.
My ring makes me feel: Married, lol!
How I met my significant other: We were friends first for a while, then we had our first kiss at the joint birthday party for [Cosmo senior fashion editor] Jess [Neises], [Cosmo fashion director] Brandon [Tan], and Luca. We’ve been together ever since!
My proposal story: Max and I got married suddenly—he proposed over the phone while traveling, and we got married as soon as he returned. He gave me the yellow diamond ring after the wedding, then later planned a proper proposal with a pink lab-grown ring from The Real Real, hoping it would be my everyday ring. Now, I wear both!
Susan Korn, 39
Occupation: Designer; founder, Susan Alexandra
Hometown: Columbus, Ohio
Social handle(s): @susan_alexandra
Diamond size: 1.25 carats (with 26 surrounding stones of varying carats)
How long I’ve been engaged for: Four days!
One word to describe my ring: WOW
Ring Specifications: A flora-shaped ring with a center diamond surrounded by petals of ruby, amethyst, and rubellite, finished with emerald leaves and set in 14-karat gold.
The inspiration for my ring: I fell in love with an antique diamond ring from Kentshire at Bergdorf Goodman. I mentioned it to a friend, in case Andy came calling. And sure enough, he did!
Were my nails done for the proposal? No, naked as the day I was born.
Something I love about my significant other: He is so deeply kind and caring. He puts toothpaste on my toothbrush, cooks beautiful meals for me, and loves me the way I am (except when I’m being mean).
Aemilia Madden, 34
Occupation: Writer and brand consultant
Hometown: Oakland, California
Social handle(s): @aemiliafay
Ring specifications: Natural Montana sapphire (from the Tucson Gem Show) set in 18-karat brushed gold
The inspiration for the ring: My fiancé’s mom’s ring—we loved art nouveau and antique references, and I was drawn to the ombré blue hues. My fiancé is an artist, so he was very hands on in the design process.
My ring makes me feel: Playful
Reema Chopra, 39
Occupation: Jewelry designer; founder of Khepri Jewels
Hometown: Toronto, Canada
Social handle(s): @Reema.c.saini @Kheprijewels
Diamond size: 7.5 carats
Cost of ring: $500,000+
Ring specifications: Natural emerald-cut diamond, art deco setting; internally flawless; Color: G
How long I’ve been married for: 12 years
My ring was made by: Myself
The inspiration for my ring: Antique and heirloom rings. I like that the baguettes are not perfectly cut to make the halo. It’s perfectly imperfect.
How I met my significant other: I was crashing a wedding in New York City and met him at a bar. When he smiled at me, it was the purest smile I had ever seen, like I was looking into his soul. At that moment, I knew we were going to be married. We were engaged by the following year and married the year after.
Akua Kwakwa, 28
Occupation: Senior project lead, advertising
Hometown: Accra, Ghana
Social handle(s): @akuakwakwa
Ring Specifications: Lab-grown oval-cut diamond with a cushion-cut ceylon sapphire, and an oval-cut aquamarine stone
My ring was made by: Brandon Hurtado Sandler
One word to describe my ring: Fantastical :)
My ring makes me feel: Like I’m with someone who knows me better than myself.
The proposal story: At my five-year college reunion, he drove up to propose at my campus’s botanical gardens. It was extra special because none of those college friends live near us, and he worked with them to plan the moment. It’s also where we officially became a couple, so it had a lot of meaning. I was floored—and I’ve been floating ever since.
Brooke Bobb, 38
Occupation: Fashion news director, Harper’s Bazaar
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
Social handle(s): @brookebobb
Diamond Size: 2.5 carats
Ring Specifications: Antique rose-cut diamond set in platinum
How long I’ve been married: Six years
My ring was made by: William Welstead
The inspiration for my ring: William’s designs, which I first discovered at Dover Street Market
Something I love about my significant other: The way he can always make me laugh, no matter what.
Brenda Ho, 29
Occupation: Scientist
Hometown: Gaithersburg, Maryland
Social handle(s): @brenda__ho
Diamond Size: 6 carats
Ring Specifications: Lab-grown solitaire rings, worn together. One ring is an emerald-cut diamond, and the other is an oval-cut yellow diamond
How long I’ve been engaged: This shoot is on our one-year anniversary :)
One word to describe my ring: Pair-fect
My proposal story: We were sleepy and drinking coffee on a roof somewhere in Seoul.
Matthew Baca, 41
Occupation: Jewelry designer/educator
Hometown: Macon, Georgia
Social handle(s): @eliburchjewelry
Diamond size: 9 carats
Cost of ring: $275,000
Ring specifications: Cushion cut, natural diamond, Gypsy set in 18-karat gold
My ring was made by: Myself (ELIBURCH Jewelry)
How long I’ve been engaged for: One year (together for 14 years)
The inspiration for my ring: Commitment is heavy—your ring should be too.
My ring makes me feel: At home
My involvement in designing the ring: I designed the ring so the center stone represents the wearer’s heart, the gems represent your partner’s birthstones, and the zigzags reflect my own winding path, much like the journey of finding love, because the heart always finds its way home.
Something I love about my significant other: His intelligence, perseverance, and humor
Jamie O’Donnell, 49
Occupation: Financial services
Hometown: Norwalk, Connecticut
Diamond size: 5 carats
Ring Specifications: Asscher-cut natural diamond
My ring was made by: My partner (founder of ELIBURCH Jewelry)
My ring makes me feel: Comfort
Something I love about my significant other: He is one of the most caring people I know.
Sara Apple, 32
Occupation: Filmmaker and actor
Hometown: Key West, Florida
Social handle(s): @saraapplemaliki
Diamond size: 3 carats
Ring specifications: Pear cut, old-mine diamond, set in platinum with a gold Florentine band
My ring was made by: It’s vintage
My ring makes me feel: Really powerful, honestly!
How I met my significant other: I advised one friend to buy a painting from my (now) fiancé’s gallery. He came with the art handler to deliver and install the piece, which is not typical. Later, he asked the artist if I was single, and we went out the next day. We’ve been together ever since.
Something I love about my significant other: Even the most mundane activity with him is my favorite thing to do! He is extremely patient and generous with me and indulges my every whim.
Agatha W. Reed, 29
Occupation: Public relations and influence manager
Hometown: Babylon, New York
Social handle(s): @agatha.w.reed
Diamond Size: 3.03 carats
My ring makes me feel: Sentimental
How long I’ve been married: Our wedding was in May
My involvement in designing the ring: I designed the ring with the diamond manufacturer we bought the stone from. The wedding band was handmade by my company, Agatha Vaz Jewelry, out of one of my grandma’s gold necklaces we melted down.
Ariella Najmabadi, 28
Occupation: Influencer marketing, L’Oréal
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada
Social handle(s): @ariellanajmabadi
Diamond size: 3.5 carats
The inspiration for my ring: Hate to say it, but social media
How my ring makes me feel: IN LOVE!
My proposal story: The day started with a TikTok-inspired blowout and a haircut everyone warned me against (of course). After my boyfriend called, our dog Moose went off-leash, and he needed help. I threw on sneakers (stupid me) and rushed to the pier, only to find Moose fine. Then BAM—engaged! Our families appeared, and what I thought was a family dinner turned into a bar full of friends. Cue the tears. Best day ever. <3
Were my nails done for the proposal?: NO!!!! My best friend got me press-ons for the engagement party because she couldn’t get me to do my nails without giving it away!
Kim Fakhar, 32
Occupation: Funemployed
Hometown: Tampa, Florida
Social handle(s): @Kimiyya
Diamond size: 3 carats
Cost of ring: My guess is $30,000 plus, but ask my fiancé
How long I’ve been engaged for: Four years (indecisive couple problems)
My ring makes me feel: like the Leo I am
Something I love about my significant other: He can talk to absolutely anyone because he is an encyclopedia! He knows about anything and everything. And his mom did a great job raising him! He does his own laundry, dishes!
Chee Smalls, 43
Occupation: Fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content creator
Hometown: New York, New York
Social handle(s): @cheesmalls
How long I’ve been married for: 10 years
My ring makes me feel: Loved
How I met my significant other: In high school, one night, I lied to my mom and said I was sleeping over at my best friend’s house. We took the train to Brooklyn, to the Empire Skate Rink. That’s where we met! He was wearing a skeleton Vanson moto jacket.
Were my nails done for the proposal?: NO!!! Omg!!!
Jayne Lemire, 28
Occupation: Executive assistant
Hometown: Hebron, Connecticut
Social handle(s): @laynejemire
Cost of ring: He won’t tell me!
One word to describe my ring: Heavenly
My involvement in designing the ring: My fiancé told me to pick out 10 rings, and he would choose the final one. I made sure to emphasize how much I loved this particular ring; I think he got the hint.
My proposal story: He met me in Central Park for a walk (which we never do), went up to the reservoir, and stood overlooking the skyline. He got down on one knee, and I totally blacked out. People clapped! It was a total rom-com moment.
Synclaire Warren, 25
Occupation: Human rights consultant and content creator
Hometown: Sacramento, California
Social handle(s): @synclaire.warren
Diamond size: 3.25 carats
Ring specifications: Natural conflict-free, marquise cut diamond, 6 prong, gold band
How long I’ve been engaged for: One month!
The inspiration for my ring: I wanted a simple gold band with a diamond shape that would elongate my finger.
Something I love about my significant other: Shane’s love is unconditional—I don’t have to be perfect or some elevated version of myself. He accepts me as I am. My favorite part of the day is when he walks in and asks how my day was.
Emmy Petit, 33
Occupation: Influencer and marketing consultant
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Social handle(s): @emmyypetit
Diamond size: 3.05 carats
My ring makes me feel: Like that girl
Something I love about my significant other: He has the biggest heart and is very funny.
Were my nails done for the proposal?: No doubt! I would’ve asked to reschedule if they weren’t.
Molly Yelon, 27
Occupation: Podcaster
Hometown: New York, New York
Social handle(s): @mollyraeyelon
Diamond size: 4.6 carats
Ring specifications: Lab-grown, asscher-cut diamond in a platinum bezel
The inspiration for my ring: I love Brent Neale and Arielle Ratner’s designs and how sculptural they are.
How I met my significant other: Hinge—a modern love story.
Were my nails done for the proposal?: Yes, thank god!
Something I love about my significant other: He totally gets me. He knew I’d be picky about the ring, so we designed it together—but still managed to surprise me with the proposal and celebrations following. We went to see Charli xcx in the days following. It was my dream weekend. He’s also fully behind my wedding vision: Valentine’s Day (dream date) at the Angel Orensanz Foundation (dream venue).
Tori Jones, 27
Occupation: Contributing editor/executive assistant
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Social handle(s): @toripolizzotto
Diamond size: 2 carats
My ring makes me feel: Lucky
How I met my significant other: Through Instagram!
Something I love about my significant other: Dominic makes me feel like I can be my full, authentic self—goofy, feminine, moody, silly, or serious—he loves every side of me. Being with him feels effortless, like I can breathe, laugh, and know his love will never waver.
Sarah Bullock, 29
Occupation: YouTuber and account executive, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein Home
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Social handle(s): @xosarahbullock
Diamond size: 3.5 carats
Cost of ring: My estimate would be around $30,000
How long I’ve been engaged for: Two months
My ring makes me feel: Connected to the person I love!
Were my nails done for the proposal?: Yes, luckily! But I got a fresh manicure the next day to match my fresh ring.
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Jessica (aka Jess) is a Senior Fashion Editor at Cosmopolitan, working across both fashion market and styling for print stories, as well as digital fashion and commerce coverage. Prior to joining Cosmo, she worked in fashion at Vanity Fair. Jess lives in New York City and loves spotlighting emerging designers you might not have heard of yet—while also being an unabashedly devoted Love Island fan (dating back to Season 1 of Love Island UK, that’s how serious). See more of her work here, and follow her on Instagram if you love her.
