Engagement rings are the ultimate love token and, with rubies, diamonds and glittering sapphires in the mix, we’ve sourced treasure to mark your special moment
Engagement rings are so personal, and the ring you choose needs to be not only a token of love, but something that will be worn regularly. While diamonds have been traditional, there’s a real revival of interest in coloured or ‘fancy’ stones, such as sapphires, rubies and more unusual gems such as citrine and amethyst. We’re also seeing more use of richer metals – rose gold and yellow gold especially – which is great news for anyone who prefers warmer tones against their skin. Whatever your preference when it comes to the ring, be inspired by these ten stunning designs from leading designer makers.
1. Emma Clarkson-Webb
Something blue is always a lovely choice for an engagement ring and this stunning design with large cushion-cut Ceylon sapphire and diamonds was created for a client by Emma Clarkson-Webb. POA; emmacwebb.com
2. Shaun Leane
A romantic and symbolic choice for engagement or other special event, this 18-carat rose gold Entwined Petal diamond ring is by award-winning London jeweller Shaun Leane. £1,500; shaunleane.com
3. Lebrusan Studio
This classic rose gold and diamond ring features a lovely soft pink ruby as the central stone. It was created at the London studio of bespoke jeweller Arabel Lebrusan. From £2,662; lebrusanstudio.com
4. Ortaea
This dazzling 1.53-carat baguette diamond engagement ring is set in white gold. It is part of Ortaea’s contemporary diamond and fine jewellery collections, stocked at Harvey Nichols. POA; ortaea.com
5. London Rocks
We love unusual combinations for engagement rings – especially where they involve favourite colours, birth stones or other personal combinations. This design from the Hatton Garden studio of London Rocks blends emerald-cut citrine with two rhodolite garnet baguettes. From £950; londonrocksjewellery.co.uk
6. Daniel Christopher Jewellery
This long-established jeweller is a good place to head to for hand-made and bespoke fine wedding jewellery, whether you want a classic diamond solitaire or an unusual combination such as this spinel and diamond ring. The team can also help you source the perfect diamonds. dcjewellery.com
7. Theo Fennell
We love this amethyst Trumpet stacking ring from the classic British jeweller. Other gems are available, including peridot, emerald and diamond. £4,000; theofennell.com
8. Harriet Kelsall
Inspired by modern architecture, this striking geometric ring by the team at Harriet Kelsall features multiple diamonds in a palladium setting. From £2,995; hkjewellery.co.uk
9. Annoushka
Combining a rose gold setting with vivid central topaz and surrounded by blue diamonds, this striking cocktail ring makes a dreamy choice for a love token. £3,200; annoushka.com
10. Georgina Boyce Fine Jewellery
With a studio in London making pieces to commission since 2015, Georgina Boyce is a go-to if you want a bespoke piece. She can also help you start from ‘ground up’ using loose diamonds or other fine gems. georginaboyce.com
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