Orsini’s Engagement Ring Trends

Engagement rings are one of the biggest decisions a person can make, and choosing a piece that will stand the test of time requires careful thought. At Orsini, we guide clients using a blend of classic design principles and contemporary trends, offering handcrafted designs across our signature Rosa collection and bespoke creations.

Halo Diamond Engagement Rings

While the double halo has been regaining popularity over the past few years, it has been exceptionally sought-after. Two-tiered halo settings create the impression of an even larger center stone—a very clever way to maximize size and sparkle with a limited budget. The halo engagement ring setting is often paired with a square or cushion-cut diamond in place of the traditional round brilliant. We feature a number of these designs within our full Orsini Engagement Rings collection.

Jennifer Hudson’s platinum engagement ring highlights the center round diamond with an outer collar of small white diamonds encircling it.

Colourful Engagement Rings

A trend we continue to notice is a shift toward colored gemstones and fancy diamonds—including champagne, cognac, pink, and fancy yellow. Classic blue sapphires also remain exceptionally popular due in part to royal trendsetter Kate Middleton.

The 10.02-carat emerald-cut diamond on Mariah Carey’s Jacob Arabo engagement ring is in her preferred hue: pink. While fancy colored diamonds make a vibrant statement, classic white emerald cut engagement rings remain an enduring favorite for their clean lines and understated glamour.

Mixed Metals

The color trend isn’t limited to gemstones. More jewellery designers are incorporating mixed metals into engagement rings for a unique and versatile look. While platinum remains a top choice, combining different gold tones—rose, white, and yellow—creates a distinct aesthetic. Black rhodium plating has also been used for a unique, burnished finish.

Miley Cyrus’ $100,000 ring was designed by Neil Lane, featuring a 3.5-carat stone on a gold band.

Art Deco & Vintage Engagement Rings

There’s something about vintage design that captures romance like few other styles. Vintage rings have increased in popularity, with particular interest in the Art Deco period. Intricate attention to detail and geometric symmetry continue to fuel interest in these iconic designs.

Penelope Cruz’s vintage sapphire engagement ring features a halo of sleek diamonds surrounding a velvety blue 3-carat sapphire in a floral-inspired antique setting.

Fancy Diamond Shapes & Multi-Stone Settings

Sarah Hutchings, Director at Orsini Fine Jewellery, notes growing interest in fancy diamond shapes such as pear and marquise diamonds. These unique shapes elongate the finger and often appear larger than traditional round diamonds. Alongside fancy shapes, multi-stone styles like three stone engagement rings continue to offer symbolic elegance for brides looking beyond the single stone.

Katherine Heigl’s three-carat pear-shaped diamond is surrounded by pavé, with a band incorporating part of her mother’s engagement ring.

Timeless Solitaires

Even with emerging trends, classic designs remain timelessly stunning. A traditional solitaire engagement ring with a single round diamond always makes an unforgettable statement, especially when crafted with an exceptionally high-quality stone.

Adriana Lima’s engagement ring features a five-carat round diamond surrounded by small pavé-set diamonds. Regardless of size or shape, a diamond remains the ultimate symbol for a romantic proposal.