Happy birthday month to all of our January babies! You’re fortunate to have a renowned classic as your primary birthstone — garnet. A common misconception about this lovely stone is that it only comes in its most well-known brownish red color, but actually, garnet comes in every hue of the rainbow! To kick off the New Year, we would like to showcase some of the signature dark red garnet you know and love, as well as its stunning orange, pink, and color-shift variants.

Shop the look: (L to R) Solitaire Ring, Multi-stone Ring, and Three-stone Ring

Shop the look: Red Garnet Earrings

Shop the Look: Garnet Tennis Bracelets

This dark red hue of garnet is the most familiar to the general public. Known as almandite, it is traditionally gifted for the second wedding anniversary. The rich, elegant color speaks for itself, and it’s easy to understand why garnet is such a jewelry staple. Whether you’re celebrating a January birthday, a second anniversary, or just looking for something to try for the new year, go garnet!

Mandarin orange garnet is an electrifying and summery alternative to traditional red garnet — perfect for a statement ring as captivating as this one! If you’re looking for a perfect pop of color for your winter whites, or simply wanting warmer weather, throw some fire in the mix with Mandarin orange garnet.

Regardless of whether it’s set in an opulent statement ring, a simple but elegant solitaire ring, or a traditional multi-stone ring, garnet is pretty in pink!

Paired with trendy rose gold, pink garnet has a romantic appeal ideal for Valentine’s Day, which is just around the corner! Treat yourself, your significant other, or your gal pals to this lovely pink stone. It’s your birthday month after all!

Not all pink garnet is created equally though. Some, like this fabulous rose gold pendant, have the ability to shift color with different amounts of light! Shifting from a light plum color to shimmering pink, this pendant proves garnet can sparkle every bit as much as morganite and other pink gemstones.

In case you hadn’t noticed, we simply adore the rose gold and pink garnet vibe. These illustrious pieces also boast color-shifting optical properties! Check out our full variety of color-shift garnet jewelry here.

Hopefully we have dispelled any preconceptions about the variety and versatility of garnet you may have had, and reminded you of what makes January’s birthstone so special!

Happy New Year!

— Luke