The Most Daring Proposal of 2026: Empire State Building's Love Story

Luxury engagement rings are not simply defined by one-of-a-kind designs. Before we explore the luxury engagement ring trends of 2026, it's important to understand the difference between unique engagement rings and luxury engagement rings. Unique engagement rings are known for their bespoke, eye-catching designs. However, when the word luxury is added, the focus shifts toward rare, premium, and expensive materials. That doesn't mean luxury engagement rings aren't defined by their design; they are. But their defining characteristic is the exceptional quality and rarity of the materials used to create them. So, if you're looking for a ring that turns heads because of what it's made of, a natural diamond with a documented origin, a rare gemstone with royal heritage, or a setting finished to a level of craftsmanship most people never experience, this guide is for you. [KEY TAKEAWAYS] Natural diamond engagement rings are still the standard engagement rings in the luxury category. Platinum and ethically sourced 18K gold are the only metals that meet true luxury material standards. Colored diamonds like red, pink, blue, and black are rarer than colorless natural diamonds. Engagement rings featuring these diamonds are considered ultra-luxurious. For colored gemstones, Burmese rubies, Kashmiri sapphires, and Colombian emeralds are more prestigious than standard rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Expert craftsmanship, precision setting, hand finishing, and flawless detailing are what separate a luxury ring from one that simply looks expensive. A genuine luxury engagement ring always comes with certification, hallmarking, and a documented stone origin. Every truly luxurious engagement ring carries a personal story of origin, heritage, and intention. What Makes an Engagement Ring Truly Luxury?  The term luxury engagement rings has become so overused in jewelry marketing that it has almost lost its true meaning. Visit almost any jewelry store, and you'll find rings marketed as luxurious that are gold-plated, feature lab-grown diamonds, have poor craftsmanship, and don't even come with diamond certifications. These are not luxury engagement rings. They may be beautiful engagement rings, but they cannot be claimed to be luxurious. Luxury engagement rings have their own distinctive features. Remove even one of them, and they lose the luxury tag: Rare Materials The first trait of a luxury engagement ring is the material used in it. Luxury engagement rings feature rare, one-of-a-kind materials that are not easily found and cannot be mass-produced, such as: Natural diamonds Colored diamonds Burmese pigeon blood rubies Kashmir sapphires Natural pink diamonds Platinum and 20K gold Expert Craftsmanship Expert craftsmanship is another defining trait of a luxury engagement ring. It includes precision setting, hand finishing, flawless detailing, and fancy or historic diamond cuts that require exceptional skill to create. In short, luxury rings are not assembled; they are created with intentions, patience, and skills that can not be automated. Transparency The third trait of a luxury engagement ring is transparency. A genuinely luxurious engagement ring comes with complete documentation, including: A GIA or IGI grading certificate for the diamond, detailing its cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Hallmarking stamped into the band, confirming the metal's purity. Stone origin documentation, where applicable, which is particularly important for colored gemstones. Fairmined or Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) certification, where available. If a jeweler cannot provide these, the ring may be expensive, but it is not transparent. And without transparency, luxury cannot be verified; it can only be claimed or assumed. Natural Diamond Engagement Rings The one material that has defined luxury diamond engagement rings for centuries is our favorite that lasts forever, the sparkling diamond. But to be precise, we're talking about natural diamonds, not lab-grown diamonds, which can be created in a laboratory within just a few weeks and imitate many of the characteristics of natural diamonds. We are talking about diamonds that took billions of years to form beneath the Earth's surface and millions of dollars to recover. Every natural diamond is unique, with its own characteristics that distinguish it from every other diamond.  But to be more precise, not every natural diamond engagement ring falls into the luxury engagement ring category. Those that do meet certain quality standards, which are defined by the 4Cs: cut, color, clarity, and carat. Cut The GIA grades a diamond's cut on a scale from Excellent to Poor. Luxury diamond engagement rings typically feature diamonds with Excellent or Very Good cut grades. Clarity Clarity refers to the number of inclusions or blemishes a natural diamond contains as it forms. The fewer inclusions a diamond has, the higher its clarity and, generally, its value. The GIA grades diamond clarity from FL (Flawless) to VVS (Very, Very Slightly Included), VS (Very Slightly Included), and I (Included). Best luxury engagement rings typically feature FL or VVS clarity diamonds. Color The GIA color scale runs from D—completely colorless—to Z, which has a visible yellow or brown tint. At the luxury tier, D, E, and F grades represent the colorless range. Carat At the luxury tier, natural diamond center stones of 2 carats and above generally represent the entry point for maximum visual impact. Metal in a Natural Diamond Luxury Engagement Ring Even if an engagement ring features a high-quality natural diamond with exceptional grades across all 4Cs, it will not be considered a luxury engagement ring if the diamond is set in sterling silver or plated metal. Luxury natural diamond engagement rings are crafted using precious metals such as platinum and gold, particularly 18K and 22K gold. These are the key factors to keep in mind when differentiating between an ordinary natural diamond engagement ring and a truly luxurious one. Natural diamond engagement rings are the first on our list of luxury engagement rings. As we move forward, we'll explore even rarer engagement rings. However, if you're looking for a luxury engagement ring that is more readily available and relatively more affordable than the other luxury options on this list, this is the best place to start. Explore Diagaa's Natural Diamond Engagement Rings Collection. Natural Diamond Cushion Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring Shop Now Natural Diamond Round Cut Pave Engagement Ring Shop Now Vintage Cut Diamond Engagement Rings When engagement rings go beyond standard brilliant cuts like round, oval, princess, and pear, and move into fancy and vintage diamond cuts, they enter a different category of luxury altogether. Not because they look unique or rare, but because they carry distinct histories and require exceptional skill to execute. Here are the most trending vintage cut high end engagement rings in 2026. Portuguese Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Portuguese cut diamond has a 73-facet diamond cut that produces extraordinary fire and brilliance, requiring a level of lapidary skill that very few cutters in the world possess. Portuguese Cut Diamond: Meaning, History, Cost & Engagement Rings Learn More Dutch Marquise Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Dutch cut marquise diamond is a historically significant variation of the marquise with a deeper belly and distinctive facet arrangement, almost impossible to find in contemporary mass production. What Is a Dutch Marquise Diamond? Learn More Elongated Cut Diamond Engagement Ring An extended diamond silhouette that maximizes surface area and visual presence on the hand while maintaining the brilliance of a modern cut. Elongated Cushion Cut Engagement Rings Learn More Oblong Cut Diamond Engagement Ring When a stone is longer than elongated it falls into the oolong category; it is chosen by luxury buyers who want maximum visual impact with carefully calibrated proportions. Oblong Engagement Rings Learn More Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring A pre-1900s hand-cut diamond with a warm, candlelit glow; every stone is antique, genuinely rare, and can never be newly produced. Rare Colored Diamonds Engagement Rings Natural diamond engagement rings are the starting point of luxury. But there is another category of buyers who do not stop there. They want something even rarer, more exclusive, and more closely associated with royalty, celebrities, and elite collectors. For them, there are natural colored diamonds. Among all colored diamonds, red, pink, and blue diamonds stand at the very top of the luxury hierarchy. These diamonds are significantly rarer than traditional colorless diamonds, making them some of the most expensive gemstones ever discovered. The rarest of them all is the natural red diamond. Fewer than 30 gem-quality natural red diamonds are known to exist, making them one of the rarest gemstones on Earth. Their value can exceed $1 million per carat, depending on their size, color intensity, and quality. Natural pink diamonds and blue diamonds are also exceptionally rare. High-quality stones can command anywhere from $200,000 to $500,000 per carat, with extraordinary examples selling for even more at auction. So, if you belong to a group of buyers who collect only the rarest and most prestigious possessions, even a traditional luxury engagement ring may not be enough. You should be looking at the world of ultra-luxury engagement rings, such as: Natural Pink Diamond Engagement Rings Natural Blue Diamond Engagement Rings Natural Red Diamond Engagement Rings Jennifer Lopez's Green Diamond Engagement Ring Want to see what naturally colored luxury diamonds look like in real life? Jennifer Lopez has one of the most remarkable collections of colored diamond engagement rings. Throughout her engagements, she has worn pink, green, and blue diamond engagement rings, each with its own identity, rarity, and elegance. If you want to understand what ultra-luxury colored diamond engagement rings truly look like, explore Jennifer Lopez's engagement ring collection. It's one of the finest examples of rare colored diamonds ever worn by a celebrity. Jennifer Lopez Engagement Rings  Read Rare Gemstone Engagement Rings Next, we have rare colored gemstone engagement rings for luxury engagement rings. By rare, we don't mean the standard gemstones like ruby, sapphire, and emerald. Certain categories within these gemstones are much rarer and more valuable than the others. Let's take a look at them. Burmese Ruby Engagement Rings As the name suggests, Burmese rubies are found in Burma (Myanmar). But these rubies are not ordinary. The world's most prestigious rubies are found in Burma. They are rare and unique because of their famous Pigeon Blood color. A vivid, highly saturated red with exceptional fluorescence. They are limited in supply and significantly more expensive than rubies found in other parts of the world. So, if you want a truly luxurious colored gemstone engagement ring, choose one with a Burmese ruby. Kashmir Sapphire Engagement Rings The second rare colored gemstone on our list comes from the sapphire family, the Kashmir sapphire. For more than a century, Kashmir sapphires have been regarded as the finest sapphires ever discovered. They are known for their rich, velvety blue color and are now available only in very limited quantities, making them one of the world's most desirable gemstones. Ceylon Blue Sapphire Engagement Rings Next, we have the Ceylon blue sapphire for luxury engagement rings. This is also a blue sapphire, but it is found in Sri Lanka. The finest Ceylon sapphires are famous for their exceptional color and clarity, and many require little or no heat treatment. One of the most famous examples is the 12-carat Ceylon sapphire in Kate Middleton's engagement ring. Imagine wearing the same type of sapphire chosen by the British royal family. If you own a Ceylon sapphire engagement ring, you're wearing one of the most prestigious gemstones in the world. Kate Middleton Engagement Rings Read Colombian Emerald Engagement Rings Next, we have the Colombian emerald for luxury engagement rings. This is also an emerald, but it is found in Colombia, the country renowned for producing the world's finest emeralds. Colombian emeralds are famous for their rich, vivid green color, exceptional transparency, and remarkable quality, making them the most prestigious emeralds in the world. One of the most famous examples is Megan Fox's engagement ring, which features a stunning untreated Colombian emerald paired with a diamond. If you own a Colombian emerald engagement ring, you're wearing one of the world's most luxurious and desirable gemstones. Megan Fox Engagement Ring Read Luxury Engagement Ring Settings Another defining characteristic of a luxury engagement ring, apart from rare and high-quality gemstones, is the setting it is made in. But one thing you should know is that a setting itself is not luxurious. A solitaire, halo, or pavé setting can be found on both affordable and high-end engagement rings. What makes these settings luxurious is the level of craftsmanship behind them, the quality of the diamonds used, and the precision with which they are fitted. Most luxury engagement rings we see on the fingers of celebrities and famous personalities are made in one of these five settings: Solitaire Halo Three Stone Toi et Moi Pavé Solitaire Engagement Rings The solitaire is the classic style of an engagement ring, where only one gemstone sits at the center, and all the focus is on that stone. Because there are no side stones, the quality of the center stone and the craftsmanship of the setting become even more important in a luxury solitaire engagement ring. Halo Engagement Rings The halo is a sparkling style where the center diamond is surrounded by a circle of small diamonds. In luxury jewelry, a halo setting is crafted with perfectly matched accent diamonds, precise spacing, and flawless symmetry. Princess Cut Solitaire Pave Engagement Ring Shop Now Oval Cut Halo Pave Engagement Ring Shop Now Three Stone Engagement Rings A three stone engagement ring is very symbolic. It has three stones—one center diamond and two identical side diamonds. They represent the couple's shared past, present, and future. In a luxury three stone engagement ring, the proportions of all three stones are carefully balanced, and every diamond is perfectly matched. Toi et Moi Engagement Rings The Toi et Moi ring is another symbolic style that features two stones. These two stones represent you and your partner, as Toi et Moi means "You and Me" in French. Traditionally, the two stones were of the same size and shape, but modern luxury Toi et Moi engagement rings feature different shapes, sizes, and even colors of gemstones. 3 Stone Oval Diamond Engagement Ring Shop Now Toi Et Moi Pear Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Ring Shop Now Celebrity-Inspired Designer Luxury Engagement Rings The easiest way to create a luxury engagement ring is by taking inspiration from celebrity engagement rings. Celebrities often work with the world's top jewelry designers and use the highest quality, rarest materials available. Looking at their engagement rings gives us valuable insight into luxury engagement ring trends. That said, many details about celebrity engagement rings are never publicly confirmed. Because of this, creating a replica isn't always possible. Instead, use their rings as design inspiration while following the luxury principles we've discussed throughout this guide—choose rare, high-quality materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and complete transparency. We've written detailed guides on many celebrity engagement rings to help you understand their design, materials, and craftsmanship. You can explore them below. If you're ready to buy a luxury engagement ring, we've also curated a collection of ready-to-wear engagement rings inspired by some of these iconic celebrity designs, crafted using the highest quality materials. Celebrity Engagement Ring Guides Taylor Swift’s engagement ring Zendaya’s engagement ring Ariana Grande’s engagement ring Selena Gomez's engagement ring Lainey Wilson engagement Ainsley Earhardt Engagement Ring Emily Campagno Engagement Ring Hailey Bieber Engagement Ring Miley Cyrus Engagement Ring Kaitlan Collins Engagement Ring Celebrity-Style  Luxury Engagement Rings Explore our ready-to-wear affordable luxury engagement rings inspired by iconic celebrity engagement ring designs.   Taylor Swift Inspired Elongated Cushion Solitaire Engagement Ring Shop Now Kaitlan Collins Inspired Marquise Engagement Ring Shop Now Ariana Grande Inspired Pear Halo Engagement Ring Shop Now Bespoke & Personal Storytelling Luxury is not always measured by the rarity of a diamond or the value of a gemstone. Sometimes, the greatest luxury is owning something that exists only for you. A bespoke engagement ring is designed from scratch around your story, your preferences, and your partner's personality. Instead of choosing a ready-made ring, you decide every detail, from the center stone and metal to the setting, band, and even the smallest finishing touches. This is why bespoke engagement rings are considered the highest level of luxury. No two rings are exactly alike because no two love stories are the same. Many celebrities and royal families choose custom-designed engagement rings rather than ready-made designs. Their rings are created to reflect personal milestones, family traditions, and individual style. The same approach allows you to create a luxury engagement ring that is truly yours. At Diagaa, our custom design service lets you create a one-of-a-kind engagement ring using premium materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and complete transparency. Whether you want to recreate a design you've admired or bring your own idea to life, we'll help you craft a ring that tells your story. Start Your Custom Engagement Ring Journey

Engagement ring trends change every year. Some styles fade. Some stay forever. And some arrive so suddenly that within months, everyone seems to be wearing them. These are the unique engagement rings that are defining 2026, the ones our designers kept seeing, kept being asked about, and kept falling in love with. If you are still deciding what kind of ring feels right, start with these unique engagement ring ideas. Trending Diamond & Gemstone Choices For decades, colourless diamonds were the only serious option for an engagement ring. That has changed. New technology, shifting tastes, and a genuine desire for something personal have opened up the category completely. These are the stone choices defining the market right now. Colorful Birthstone Unique Engagement Rings Ruby, emerald, sapphire, and diamond engagement rings have ruled the jewellery industry for a long time. But today people want something more than beautiful. They want something meaningful and one-of-a-kind engagement rings. That is why birthstone engagement rings are one of the fastest-growing trends of 2026. Couples are choosing their own birthstone or their partner's as the centre stone, not just for the colour, but for what it represents. A ring that carries your birth month carries something a diamond alone cannot. Most months have more than one birthstone option, which gives you more colours and more choices than you might expect. Champagne Diamond Unique Engagement Rings Champagne diamonds have a warm, slightly brownish tone, somewhere between chocolate and the colour of a glass of champagne. They are real diamonds with the same hardness, brilliance, and durability as colourless stones. Only the colour is different. And the price. Champagne diamonds are often significantly less expensive than comparable colourless diamonds, which means you can get more stone for your money without sacrificing quality. The heart-shaped champagne diamond engagement ring is the version turning the most heads right now. The warm colour and the romantic shape together create something that feels completely its own. Unique Colored Diamond Unique Engagement Rings Natural coloured diamonds are rare. The richer and more vivid the colour, the rarer and more expensive the stone becomes. For most buyers, a natural fancy coloured diamond has simply been out of reach. Lab-grown technology has changed that entirely. Just as colourless lab-grown diamonds have established themselves as a genuine alternative to mined stones, colored lab-grown diamond engagement rings are doing the same in 2026.  You get the vivid pink, yellow, or blue that was previously reserved for the extremely wealthy, at a price point that makes it genuinely accessible. Unique Antique Cut Center Stones Rings Antique cut engagement rings are having a serious moment. The reason is their character. Antique cuts- Old Mine, Old European, and Rose Cut- were crafted by hand, which means each stone is unique. They have a softer, more romantic sparkle than modern brilliant cuts. Less flash. More soul. Celebrities from Elizabeth Taylor to modern buyers with deeply personal taste have embraced antique cuts for exactly this reason. If you want a ring that feels like it has a history, even if it was made yesterday, this is the direction to look. Elongated Diamond Unique Engagement Rings Elongated diamonds are stones stretched beyond their standard proportions. A cushion cut typically sits close to a 1:1 ratio. When that ratio stretches to 1.30:1 or beyond, the stone becomes rectangular, longer, leaner, and more contemporary. Elongated diamonds look larger than their actual carat weight. They make the finger appear longer and slimmer. And in a side stone setting, where the elongated centre stone becomes the clear focal point, they look genuinely stunning. If your taste runs toward sleek and modern, elongated stones are worth serious consideration. Know More: Elongated Cushion Cut Engagement Rings Best Unique Engagement Ring Settings Style The beauty of an engagement ring is not decided by the center stone alone. The way that the stone is set on the ring plays an equally important role. Some settings maximize sparkle, some create a larger appearance, while others focus on security and practicality. These engagement ring settings are dominating the market in 2026 and influencing thousands of new designs.  Unique Solitaire Engagement Rings The classic solitaire is not going anywhere. But in 2026, buyers want the meaning of a traditional solitaire engagement ring with a little more personality in the design.  Fancy solitaires keep the centre diamond as the clear focal point- one partner, one stone, one commitment- but add a creative detail to the band that makes the ring feel distinctive. The most popular version right now is the twisted band solitaire, where the band gently turns as it meets the centre stone. Asymmetrical but elegant. Personal without being loud. Know More About: How To Buy Solitaire Engagement Rings Unique Double Halo Split Band Engagement Rings Single halo engagement rings add sparkle and make the centre stone appear larger. A double halo does both of those things twice over. In a double halo setting, the centre diamond is surrounded by two rows of smaller diamonds instead of one. The result is exceptional brilliance and a centre stone that appears significantly larger than its actual carat weight. Pair that with a split band, and the ring becomes something genuinely dramatic. This is the setting for someone who wants maximum sparkle, maximum presence, and a ring that reads as a statement from across the room. Know More About: Halo Engagement Rings Artistic and Unique Cluster Engagement Ring If double halo rings offer extra sparkle, cluster engagement rings offer extraordinary sparkle. In a cluster setting, multiple diamonds are grouped together so closely that in some designs the metal underneath is barely visible. The effect is a ring that looks like it is made entirely of light. A cluster ring requires more careful daily wear than simpler settings; with more stones comes more responsibility to keep them secure. But for a proposal ring, or for someone who treats their jewellery with care, very few settings come close to the visual impact of a well-designed cluster. Heart Diamond Half Bezel Unique Engagement Rings Bezel-set engagement rings have always been popular for their security. The diamond is enclosed in metal, protected from knocks and chips, and incredibly practical for everyday wear. But full bezel settings cover the sides of the stone, which reduces sparkle. The half bezel solves that. In a half bezel setting, metal wraps around part of the diamond while leaving the sides partially exposed. Light can still enter and reflect. The stone still sparkles. And the heart shape adds a layer of meaning that makes this combination one of the most romantic settings available right now. Know More: Bezel-Set Engagement Rings Three Stone Engagement Rings Three-stone engagement rings have always meant something. The three stones represent your past, your present, and your future together, which is why this setting has never really gone out of fashion. What is changing in 2026 is what those three stones look like. Different diamond shapes. Coloured gemstones. Fancy coloured diamonds. Modern three-stone rings are moving away from the traditional matched-diamond look toward combinations that feel personal and deliberate. The meaning stays the same. The ring looks completely different. Know More About: Side Stone Engagement Rings Toi Et Moi Heart Engagement Ring Toi et Moi means "You and Me" in French. Two stones, side by side, represent two people choosing each other. It is one of the most symbolic engagement ring designs in existence.  In 2026, jewellers are taking that symbolism further with heart-shaped Toi et Moi rings, where one or both stones are cut into hearts. The love is not just implied by the design. It is literally written into the shape of the stone. Trending Unique Engagement Ring Design Trends Every few years, engagement ring design moves in a new direction. Sometimes people prefer vintage details, while other times they look for bold and contemporary designs. The current generation of buyers is embracing personality-driven engagement rings that feel unique rather than mass-produced. These design trends are shaping the future of engagement rings. Art Deco and Unique Vintage Engagement Rings Vintage-inspired engagement rings never truly go out of style. Victorian and Art Deco designs are gaining ground again in 2026 because they offer something modern rings often do not: detail, history, and the feeling that the ring was made for someone specific. Intricate milgrain edges, geometric Art Deco patterns, filigree work, and antique diamond cuts all contribute to a ring that feels like it belongs to a different era. For someone whose taste runs toward the romantic and the distinctive, vintage is rarely the wrong answer. Know More: Vintage-Inspired Engagement Rings Know More: Art-Deco Engagement Rings Chunky and Sculptural Unique Engagement Rings The ultra-thin band era is giving way to something bolder. Chunky and sculptural engagement rings feature thicker bands, substantial metalwork, and designs that make a visual statement before you even look at the stone.  They feel significant on the finger. They look expensive in the best possible way. And they signal a shift toward jewellery that is worn with intention rather than delicacy. Curved Band Engagement Rings Straight bands are no longer the only option. Curved bands are gaining popularity because the flowing line adds movement and softness to a ring that a straight band simply cannot achieve. The curve makes the ring feel more organic, more custom, and more like something designed specifically for the person wearing it. Know More: Curved Engagement Bands Wedding Bands as Unique Engagement Rings Instead of a traditional engagement ring, some women are choosing diamond wedding bands as the proposal ring. It is practical. It is comfortable for daily wear.  It is often less expensive. And it carries the same weight of meaning and commitment as any solitaire. For couples who value practicality without sacrificing beauty, this is an elegant solution. East-West Setting Unique Diamond Engagement Rings In a traditional setting, an oval or marquise diamond sits vertically on the finger, pointed at both ends, running up and down the hand. In an East-West setting, the stone is rotated 90 degrees so it runs horizontally across the finger instead. The result is immediately modern. Unconventional without being strange. Distinctive without trying too hard. It is one of the most elegant ways to wear a stone you have seen a thousand times and make it look completely fresh. Flower Engagement Rings Nature-inspired jewellery continues to grow, and flower engagement rings are leading that category in 2026. Diamonds or gemstones arranged in floral patterns create a ring that feels feminine, romantic, and connected to something larger than the stone itself. For someone whose personal style reflects a love of nature, a flower ring is rarely something they need to think twice about. Snake-Inspired Unique Engagement Rings Snake jewellery has represented love, eternity, and transformation for centuries. In 2026, snake engagement rings are making a serious comeback. The winding form of the snake creates a dramatic silhouette that feels simultaneously ancient and completely current. For someone who wants a ring with symbolism and edge in equal measure, the snake ring delivers both. Know More: Snake Ring Meaning Trending Metal Trends Yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold will always remain popular, but modern buyers are becoming more experimental with metal colors and finishes. Jewelers are introducing new shades, mixed-metal combinations, and custom finishes that completely change the appearance of an engagement ring. If you want something beyond traditional gold colors, these trends are worth exploring. Colourful Gold Unique Engagement Rings Gold is no longer just yellow, white, and rose. Modern jewellery technology has introduced a range of gold colors that most buyers have never seen in a traditional jewellery store: green gold, black gold, champagne gold, and mixed metal combinations that create something genuinely unique. For buyers who want an engagement ring that looks like nothing else on the market, colourful gold is the most immediate way to achieve it. The stone can stay traditional. The metal does the unexpected work. Know More: Different Types Of Gold Colors Celebrity-Inspired Unique Engagement Ring Trends Celebrity engagement rings have always influenced the jewelry market. When a celebrity gets engaged, millions of people instantly see the ring, and certain styles quickly become more popular. Here are some engagement ring trends currently influenced by celebrity engagements. Lainey Wilson's Engagement Ring Lainey Wilson's engagement ring features a cluster-style design with multiple diamond shapes arranged together. Instead of relying on a single center stone, the ring creates visual impact through a combination of diamonds working together. This ring reflects the growing popularity of cluster engagement rings, floral-inspired designs, and statement-making engagement rings. Trend: Cluster Engagement Rings & Floral Designs Know More: Lainey Wilson Engagement Ring Dua Lipa's Engagement Ring Dua Lipa's engagement ring became one of the most talked-about celebrity rings because it combines several major 2026 trends into one design. The ring features a round diamond set in a chunky yellow gold band, creating a bold and modern appearance. Its popularity has helped push chunky engagement rings, yellow gold settings, and minimalist solitaire designs further into the mainstream. Trend: Chunky Bands, Yellow Gold & Modern Solitaire Rings Know More: Dua Lipa Engagement Ring Megan Fox's Engagement Ring Megan Fox's engagement ring helped introduce millions of people to the Toi et Moi engagement ring style. Featuring two center stones placed side by side, the design symbolizes two people coming together as one. Although the ring was revealed years ago, it continues to influence modern engagement ring trends, especially among couples looking for meaningful and unconventional designs. Trend: Toi et Moi Engagement Rings Know More: Megan Fox Engagement Ring Miley Cyrus's Engagement Ring Miley Cyrus's engagement ring featured a simple oval diamond solitaire in yellow gold. While many celebrity rings focus on size and complexity, this ring showed the beauty of a timeless and understated design. The popularity of oval diamonds continues to grow in 2026, making solitaire oval engagement rings one of the safest and most timeless choices available. Trend: Oval Solitaire Engagement Rings Know More: Miley Cyrus Engagement Ring Learn: How To Buy an Engagement Ring Want Something Only You Two Will Ever Have? Some couples do not want a ring that exists anywhere else in the world. Not a celebrity's ring. Not a bestseller. Something that belongs entirely to them, with their initials engraved inside the band, their names written where only they will ever read it, a broken heart that only becomes whole when both rings are worn together. Matching sets. Mirror designs. Hidden engravings. First letters pressed into gold. A tiny detail that means nothing to anyone else and everything to the two of you. This is what custom design is actually for. Not complexity. Not extravagance. Personalisation so specific that the ring could not belong to anyone else. Explore: Diagaa's custom unique engagement rings Service

Most people in the world are trying to figure out whether you do what you love or do you love what you do. Meanwhile, some people are born different. They are different because they pull off something unimaginable. Recently, two such people from Russia did exactly that, and what they did was so different, so unexpected, that it became one of the most talked-about stories on Instagram overnight. Who are these story makers? They are climbers. Climbers who love heights, and who decided to take their love to another height entirely. Let's unfold each chapter of this highly anticipated love story that took place hundreds of feet above the ground, on the Empire State Building. The Empire State Building Proposal That Shocked the World So, what exactly is this story? It is about two well-known structure climbers from Russia. On Wednesday, they climbed over the Empire State Building's spire, a section well above the building's public observation area, not accessible to the general public.  How they reached there is still unclear. Their climbing act was just one incredible part of the story. A daring one. But what they pulled off up there in the wind was even crazier. They displayed a banner with the statement, "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace", a phrase spoken by 19th-century British politician William Gladstone. What makes this act even more interesting is their attire. Both were dressed in sleeveless black outfits, documenting their time in the sky on social media, hanging onto the landmark skyscraper's antenna spire near the glowing red light at its tip, some 1,454 feet above the sidewalks of Midtown Manhattan. After spending some time up there, the couple began climbing down around 12:30. And then they pulled out the last and most amazing act of their daring adventure. While climbing down, they paused on a slightly lower platform of the building. The man got down on one knee. Before the proposal, they kissed. The woman, wearing her trademark Catwoman-style headgear, said yes, and was seen admiring her ring and photographing it to share on Instagram. And just like that, the world got a lovely story to taste. We did not delay in catching a glimpse of the engagement ring that came to existence through one of the most daring proposals in recent memory. We will talk about the ring later. But first,  let's get to know who this crazy couple actually are. Meet Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus: The Climbers Behind the Viral Proposal The climbers who made love in the air are not normal human beings. They are a little insane, in the best way. They are known as daredevil couples. They climb the most famous structures in the world, and they are not just passionate climbers. They are celebrities in the climbing community. They have featured themselves in a Netflix documentary called Skywalkers: A Love Story, co-directed by Jeff Zimbalist and Maria Bukhonina. The film captures 200 hours of climbing across seven years and six countries.  It premiered at the Sundance Festival in 2024 and was acquired by Netflix that same year. The highlight of the film was their climb of the Merdeka 118 skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur, the world's second-tallest building at 2,227 feet. Now, their identity.  They are Angela Nikolau, 33, and Ivan Beerkus, real name Ivan Kuznetsov, 32. Both are Russian. Nikolau was born in Moscow into a family with adventurous genes, rooted in circus arts. She trained in gymnastics and acrobatics before becoming one of the world's best-known rooftop climbers, with one of the largest Instagram followings in Russia.  Ivan had already made a name for himself climbing Stalin-era buildings across Moscow before the two ever crossed paths. Ivan often plays music on the top. They first met in China in 2016 during a sponsored climb. From that point on, they have been climbing, kissing, and making love in the air. Their years of constant climbing and spreading their love at hundreds of feet of height eventually got them what they wanted on American soil. Though we should mention, Angela's father, a Russian circus artist himself, later told reporters that the entire climb was "a performance."  The couple, he claimed, were already married. Whether it was a genuine romantic act or a carefully planned stunt, one thing is certain: they got the whole world talking about them. Whatever the truth, after spending the first night of their engagement in separate holding cells, the couple appeared at Manhattan Criminal Court the next morning, still wearing the same black clothes they had climbed in.  They pleaded not guilty and were granted supervised release. Their next court date is August 24, 2026. They left court holding hands, kissed for cameras, and walked into the subway station together. What unfolds for them next, only time will tell. But as jewelry enthusiasts, they have blessed us with one of the most daring engagement ring moments in recent memory. Daring by act. Simple by look. Let's take a look at Angela's engagement ring. Angela Nikolau's Engagement Ring: The Oval Diamond That the World is Talking About Angela took a photo of her ring and posted it on Instagram. As we write this, the post has nearly 4 million likes. Her hand waving in the air, the blurred skyline of Manhattan in the background, the image alone tells the whole story. Now imagine the scale of attention this one photograph is bringing to an already trending stone. Yes,  it is an oval cut diamond engagement ring. A 2-carat natural oval cut diamond, set in a bespoke design by Nuno Rocha, founder of DiamondBoiDesign, based in Ontario. Rocha crafted a custom setting with intricate structural details that elevate the diamond while keeping it as the clear focal point of the piece. But the most personal detail of the ring is not immediately visible. Engraved on the exterior of the band are the words,  "Your full potential is on the other side of fear." A phrase that perfectly reflects the philosophy Angela and Ivan have built their entire lives around. Following the proposal, Rocha shared his thoughts on Instagram, saying,  "Some rings mark a moment. This one made history." We could not agree more. Get Your Own Love Story Started with an Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring The wave that Angela and Ivan brought from 1,454 feet on July 1, 2026, is spreading fast. They have literally created a movie up there. A movie with a message, drama, love, separation, speculation, and one hell of a twist. As a jewelry brand and enthusiast, we rarely get a moment like this. So we thought we would shine a light on it,  their story, their love, and the ring that came with it. Now we have one question for you. Why should love stay on the ground? Get your oval cut diamond engagement ring from Diagaa, and get your love in the air, just like Ivan and Angela did. Sources: ABC7 New York - Empire State Building climbers Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus Al Jazeera - Couple arrested after daring Empire State marriage proposal stunt Netflix Tudum - Skywalkers: A Love Story ABC News - Empire State Building climbers appear in court