What Is a Halo Engagement Ring?

A halo engagement ring features a central diamond or gemstone surrounded by smaller accent diamonds that create a decorative frame. The surrounding stones can follow the outline of the centre stone or form a contrasting shape, giving the ring a wider, more detailed appearance.

Halo engagement rings are available in a variety of designs, from classic single halo settings to more elaborate double-halo and hidden halo styles. The choice of centre diamond shape, accent stones and precious metal influences the overall look of the ring.

Explore Halo Engagement Ring Styles

Single Halo Engagement Rings

A single halo engagement ring features one row of accent diamonds surrounding the centre stone. The smaller diamonds may be closely set to create a continuous border or positioned to give each stone a more defined appearance.

This style works with a range of centre diamond shapes and offers a balanced design that keeps the main stone at the centre of attention.

Double Halo Engagement Rings

Double halo engagement rings feature two rows of accent diamonds around the centre stone, creating a wider and more layered frame. The rows can feature matching diamond sizes or different proportions to add contrast and dimension to the design.

The overall appearance depends on the centre stone shape, the width of each halo and the setting proportions.

Multi Row Halo Engagement Rings

Multi row halo engagement rings use three or more rows of accent diamonds to create a broader, more elaborate arrangement. Different diamond sizes and row widths can be combined to produce distinctive designs.

When choosing a multi row halo, consider the ring overall dimensions, the setting profile and how the additional rows complement the centre diamond.

Cluster Halo Engagement Rings

Cluster halo engagement rings arrange diamonds of different sizes or shapes around the centre stone. Round, pear, marquise and other accent diamonds can create floral outlines, scalloped edges or irregular diamond borders.

The arrangement of the accent stones gives each cluster halo a distinctive appearance, making it a useful option for those who prefer detailed diamond designs.

Hidden Halo Engagement Rings

A hidden halo engagement ring features smaller accent diamonds beneath the centre stone. Unlike a traditional halo that is clearly visible from above, a hidden halo is mainly noticeable from the side, adding detail around the setting without changing the main outline of the ring as prominently.

This style can be paired with different centre diamond shapes and setting profiles, depending on the design.

Halo Engagement Rings by Centre Diamond Shape

The shape of the centre diamond influences the proportions of a halo engagement ring and how the surrounding accent diamonds are arranged. Choosing a halo that complements the centre stone can help create a balanced overall design.

• Round Halo Engagement Rings: Feature a circular centre diamond surrounded by round accent stones or a decorative scalloped border.
• Oval Halo Engagement Rings: Pair an elongated centre diamond with a halo that follows its oval outline or creates a wider frame.
• Pear Halo Engagement Rings: Feature a teardrop shaped centre diamond, with accent stones arranged around the rounded end and pointed tip.
• Cushion Halo Engagement Rings: Combine square or elongated cushion-shaped diamonds with rounded-square or contrasting halo outlines.
• Emerald Cut Halo Engagement Rings: Frame rectangular step cut centre diamonds with straight edged, clipped corner or geometric diamond borders.
• Fancy Cut Halo Engagement Rings: Pair marquise, Asscher, radiant and other specialty cut diamonds with halo arrangements designed to complement their individual outlines.

Halo Engagement Rings with Coloured Diamond Accents

Coloured diamond halo engagement rings introduce contrast between the centre stone and the surrounding diamond border. Pink, blue, yellow and other fancy coloured lab grown diamonds can be arranged around a colourless centre diamond to create a distinctive combination.

Alternatively, a coloured centre diamond can be framed by white accent diamonds to emphasise its shape and colour. Some designs also combine multiple accent colours, creating either a coordinated border or a more contrasting pattern.

When comparing coloured diamond halo rings, consider the colour combination, the size of the accent stones and how the halo complements the centre diamond.

Halo Engagement Rings with Melee and Larger Accent Diamonds

The size of the surrounding diamonds influences the appearance of a halo engagement ring, from a fine, delicate border to a more prominent arrangement of individual stones.

• Melee Diamond Halo: Uses small, closely set diamonds to create a fine border around the centre stone, with minimal spacing between the accents.
• Large Accent Diamond Halo: Uses larger surrounding diamonds that remain individually visible, creating a more pronounced frame around the centre stone.

The choice depends on the preferred appearance, the proportions of the centre diamond and the overall ring design.

Ouros Jewels Lab Grown Diamond Halo Engagement Rings

At Ouros Jewels, attention to detail is important when designing lab-grown diamond halo engagement rings. Matching the accent diamonds for size, colour and overall appearance can help create a consistent border around the centre stone. Precise placement and secure settings are also important, particularly in rings featuring multiple rows of accent diamonds.

Explore our halo engagement ring designs or browse the complete collection of lab grown diamond engagement rings to compare different centre diamond shapes and setting styles.