A Horse Girl's Guide to Diamond Jewelry

And a story about growing into my boots.

I honestly remember it like it was yesterday. My mom put me in the car at the tender age of 7 and shipped me off to day camp–the idea was hers and my Grandmom’s. This was not just any day camp, it was horse camp. To set the scene, it was the middle of July during a heatwave. We pulled up to the local barn, and she told me to “just have fun, and make a friend or two.” (I can confidently say I made a friend and fell in love with the horses and a sport that’s still a huge part of my life today.) She later revealed to me that she and Grandmom thought I’d hate horse camp, but to both their surprise (and financial dismay), horses became my ultimate love.

I stuck with this from age 7 onward. I took lessons every week, competed in Hunter/Jumpers, won, lost, ate dirt (several times), and shoveled manure, but every part of it fulfilled me. I never owned my own horse, but I had the opportunity to love so many different horses like they were my own.

When it came time to decide the next chapter of my life, I gave up competing and going to the barn weekly, to move to New York City for college and ultimately a career in fashion. Something my mother and grandmother also introduced me to at a young age was diamonds, and how beautiful and rare they were. Keeping all of this in mind, I fell in love with the city and fashion, specifically jewelry, but what makes my job so special now, is when I can fuse together the things I love: horses and diamonds.

I see a lot of natural diamond jewelry that resonates with me, who doesn’t love diamonds? But horse diamond jewelry in particular takes the cake. Whether you are a horse-girl like me or just love the lucky amulet, I encourage you to browse this carefully curated selection of gorgeous, horse-girl-approved, natural diamond jewelry.

Everyone could use a little extra luck, right? These lucky diamond horseshoe amulets are the perfect addition to your everyday jewelry to bring a little fortune your way.

Add this lucky diamond horseshoe from Single Stone onto any chain of your choosing. Its larger size makes it a perfect statement necklace.

Looking for a little horseshoe earring to add to your stack? Foundrae has you covered with this horseshoe stud that adds a touch of sparkle and prosperity.

This breathtaking diamond horseshoe ring from Future Fortune is sure to turn heads. With graduating diamonds, it is an epic statement piece.

This diamond horseshoe bracelet from Gigi Clozeau is delicate enough for your everyday bracelet stack, but can also shine alone on its own. If your lucky number happens to be 9, the bracelet’s 9 diamonds offer some extra luck.

This dainty horseshoe necklace from Nicole Rose is a great piece to incorporate daily, or when you just want a special, lucky sparkle.

Do you want to go full horse girl? These pieces will surely help you fall in love with our four legged friends.

This diamond adorned horse pendant from Lionheart features a horse and foal on a tiger eye backdrop. This sweet pendant can be added to any style chain and if you are feeling wild, might I recommend adding it to a diamond tennis necklace?

I would never do a horse roundup without including a cowboy boot. This diamond cowboy boot charm from Sydney Evan even has a diamond spur!

This cool ring from John Hardy features two horses holding onto a diamond ring, complete with blue sapphire eyes.

Anita Ko’s lucky horse talisman is a great staple charm to layer with your favorite diamond chains. This hand engraved piece symbolizes vitality, independence, and enthusiasm for people and life.

Adina Reyter’s diamond horse bit is a subtle and classic way to wear horse diamond jewelry. This delicate necklace will quickly become an essential piece of everyday jewelry.

Looking for something with an extra bit of character? These vintage horse pieces have got you covered.

Jewels by Grace has a real treasure. An antique rose-cut racing horse locket. Available to add to any chain, this is a forever piece of natural diamond jewelry and a rare find.

This vintage gold and diamond horseshoe ring from Samantha Knight is the best of both worlds: the luck of the horseshoe and the horse head, making this the ultimate horse-girl ring.

It is important to pay homage to the equestrian heritage brands such as Gucci. Gucci has excellent vintage horse diamond jewelry, like this wrap around diamond bit ring from The RealReal. Still available (and on sale), gallop, don’t walk.