I Do! 22 Engagement Rings You’ll Happily Wear Forever
By Amy Wakeham
1 month ago
Love is in the air
Sure, committing to one person forever – for births, deaths, holidays, jobs, box sets, tricky interior design choices – is definitely a big decision. But do you know what’s perhaps even more difficult? Finding a ring you like so much you’re happy to wear it day in, day out, for the rest of your life. Now that really is a significant commitment. There’s a lot of engagement rings out there, so we’ve made life a bit easier by rounding up the very best of the bunch. Whether you just want a diamond big enough to sink the Titanic or something a little bit different on your finger, here are the best engagement rings on the market right now.
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Ethica Diamonds
Jaima | Pear Unique Diamond Accent Statement Ring, £2,760
If you crave something a little more unique, then this delicate ring from Ethica Diamonds should do the trick. The band is decorated with weaving vines featuring 19 marquise cut lab-grown diamonds, which lead up to a pear-cut centre gem.
Pragnell
Masterpiece Cléo Setting Fancy Intense Pink Diamond Ring 0.63ct in Platinum & 14ct Rose Gold, £POA
Pretty in pink, this ring from Pragnell features a rare 0.63ct emerald cut fancy intense pink emerald cut diamond (which boasts a beautiful rosy hue) and a halo of smaller pink brilliants. If romance were a ring, we’re pretty sure this would be it.
Chupi
Evermore 0.25ct Grey Diamond Engagement Ring, £1,399
Grey diamonds may be having a moment, but this Dewlight engagement ring will make a truly timeless addition to your ring finger. The grey diamond is carefully faceted to catch the light, and sits on a 14ct gold band, flanked by white diamonds.
The Illustrated Jeweller
Diamond Nautical Star Ring, Yellow Gold, from £970
Brighton-based tattoo artist turned jewellery designer James Robinson handcrafts all of his designs in the UK, using solid silver and gold with coloured gemstones and diamonds. Naturally, many of James’s designs are inspired by the sea, nautical symbols and sailors.
This nautical star ring features a solid gold band with ship rope embellishments and knife edge detailing, hugging a lab-grown diamond in a bezel setting – although the design can be customised to a diamond or colour of your choice.
Harry Winston
Bridal Couture Emerald-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, £POA
One of eight unique designs from Harry Winston’s Bridal Couture capsule collection, this emerald-cut diamond engagement ring is flawlessly beautiful, and daringly different.
The Bridal Couture collection is inspired by the process of designing a bespoke wedding dress, with the eight rings representing different aspects of the artistry and craftsmanship that go into a couture gown. This ring in particular, featuring an emerald-cut diamond flanked with a cluster of marquise and pear-shaped diamonds, recreates the delicate open-weave fabric of romantic Chantilly lace, a traditional bridal material.
Annoushka
100% Recycled 18-Carat White Gold & GIA-Certified Diamond Trilogy Cocktail Ring, £12,500
Sussex-based jewellery designer Annoushka Ducas is known for her intricate, stackable pieces, and her bridal line Love & Commitment is no different. These floral-inspired diamond rings can be worn together or separately – and mean you can build your collection at every anniversary or momentous occasion.
Boodles
Petal Diamond Ring, from £13,300
For a classic diamond (or several), it doesn’t get much better than Boodles. This romantic Petal ring features a round-brilliant cut diamond with a contemporary diamond shoulder design, set in platinum.
Hancocks London
Old European Brilliant Cut Yellow Diamond Ring With Diamond Halo, £14,500
Historic London jeweller Hancocks is the place to go for a one-off vintage ring. This beautiful ring dates back to the late 1800s, and features a bright yellow old European brilliant cut diamond claw set in 18ct gold.
Theo Fennell
Bi-Colour Tsavorite Winter to Spring Ring, £12,500
You know you’ll always get something highly original from London jeweller Theo Fennell, and this ornate ring is no exemption from the trend. It features a bi-coloured tsavorite stone alongside enamelled flowers marking the shift from winter to spring.
Minka
Les Trois Vallées: 2.35ct Sapphire & Diamond Ring, £8,500
Founded by British gemmologist Lucy Crowther in 2016, Minka makes distinctive jewellery using exquisite stones. This hand-made ring – a modern choice for an engagement ring – features an exceptional Sri Lankan sapphire and diamonds.
RRH Jewellery
Roe Birth Ring, £3,000
Having begun her career as a diamond grader at industry names like De Beers and Theo Fennell, Roxanne Rajcoomar-Hadden changed courses to launch her own jewellery brand in 2013. Using only Fairtrade gold and ethically and environmentally friendly diamonds, her designs combine classic luxury with a touch of contemporary flair and innovation.
Kiki McDonough
Kiki Cushion Green Amethyst Ring, £950
Beloved for her bold yet wearable designs and use of exquisite coloured stones, Kiki McDonough has quietly revolutionised the British fine jewellery industry since she started her brand in 1985. She only selects the purest of stones from around the world to create her beautiful collections.
Fenton
Trilogy Emerald Ring, from £2,950
If you’re looking for fine jewellery with a clear conscience, then Fenton is the brand for you. The B Corp (one of only three British jewellers to be certified) prides itself on its transparent, responsible sourcing, working with ethical mining companies and using recycled metal. You can build your own ring on its clever website, choosing the stone, cut and metal you prefer.
Garrard
Signature Pear Shape Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, £15,500
Founded in 1735, it doesn’t get much more timeless than Garrard. This Signature ring is set with an elegant 1.01 carat F VS1 pear shape diamond and features a geometric pattern on the band. One you’ll be happy to wear forever.
Tiffany
The Tiffany Setting Engagement Ring in Platinum, £POA
Back in 1886, Tiffany released its first solitaire diamond engagement rings, setting a trend that lasts to this day. It doesn’t get much more enduring than this dazzling Tiffany Setting ring.
Baunat
Entourage Ring in 18-Carat White Gold, from £3,860
Making everything by hand in the Antwerp atelier, the expert craftsmen at Baunat can have your ring made and delivered to you within seven days. What’s more, each piece is made from either 18-carat gold or platinum, and set with 100% natural and conflict-free diamonds certified by GIA, HRD or IGI.
Jessie Thomas
Scalloped Five-Diamond Ring, £2,700
Chelsea-based goldsmith Jessie didn’t have to go far to learn her craft – just down the stairs, in fact, to the basement studio of her father, the celebrated jeweller David Thomas.
After seven years as an apprentice, Jessie has now launched her own line of jewellery designs, including a selection of incomparable gold and diamond engagement rings. Simple, beautifully made, and with craftsmanship at their heart, they’re rings like you’ve never seen before. All pieces are handmade in the London workshop still Jessie shares with her father, using recycled gold, responsibly sources stones and the highest quality conflict-free diamonds from Botswana.
Rachel Boston
Ida Ring, £8,000
Specialising in alternative bridal and bespoke work, London-based jeweller and diamond expert Rachel Boston will create a ring for you like no other. Whether you go for something classic with an edge, or a design that’s totally unique, every piece is made from ethically sourced, conflict-free diamonds, and recycled gold or platinum.
Annoushka
18ct yellow gold salt & pepper diamond ring, £10,900
Completely unique, this one-of-a-kind ring will really stand out. It features a gorgeous salt & pepper diamond with baguette diamonds in a demi bezel setting.
Sophie Breitmeyer
One-of-a-kind oak teal sapphire & diamond trefoils ring, £14,750
Having made a reputation for herself as Notting Hill’s modern-day family jeweller, Sophie Breitmeyer blends antique silhouettes with contemporary wearability, for an engagement ring you’ll truly love forever.
Recarlo
Anniversary Love ring, £POA
Wear your heart for all to see with this beautiful 18ct white gold ring, featuring five of Italian jeweller Recarlo’s signature heart-cut white diamonds. Simple, elegant and timeless.
Main image: Harry Winston emerald-cut diamond solitaire ring with tapered baguette shoulders set in platinum. £POA, harrywinston.com
