This year saw some of the most talked-about engagements in showbiz, not just for the love stories behind them, but for the rings themselves. From vintage inspirations to bold modern statements, these jewels became
cultural touchstones, sparking trends in cuts, settings and styles. Here’s a look at the stars whose engagement rings became the talk of the town and what made each one unforgettable.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu & Raj Nidimoru
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s engagement ring captivated fans when glimpses surfaced online early in the year, but the actress officially posted a picture of it in December, while announcing her marriage to filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. Featuring a rare portrait-cut diamond with petal-like accents — described as a 2-carat centre surrounded by custom cut details — the ring balanced intricate artistry with modern elegance, making it stand out in a year of bold and classic statements alike.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift’s engagement announcement in August on social media was one of the most anticipated ones. American footballer Travis Kelce gave her the ring that features a brilliant-cut old mine diamond, rounded at the corners, and is bezel-set in yellow gold with subtle engraving. It sparked renewed interest in vintage cuts and bezel settings this year.
Zendaya & Tom Holland
Zendaya made her engagement official at the Golden Globes in January, showcasing a diamond set in an east-west orientation. The sizable stone — around 5 carats in an east-west cushion or button-back cut — set in a classic yet striking style captured attention for its blend of elegance and edge. The orientation and size have made this ring a standout reference for engagement trends this year.
Gabriella Brooks and Liam Hemsworth
Gabriella Brooks’s ring is timeless with a vintage twist: an elongated antique-style cushion or old mine diamond set east-west in 18k yellow gold. Blending classic proportions with an antique touch, the ring channels old-world glamour alongside today’s curved, modern aesthetic.
Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando
Miley Cyrus flashed her engagement ring from Maxx Morando at the premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash this month. The ring features a cushion-cut diamond set east-to-west on a chunky yellow-gold band. Its clean, weighty design and horizontal placement sparked immediate buzz — amplified by Cyrus’s own playful comments about the ring possibly being a Black Friday deal.
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner
Dua Lipa’s ring began drawing attention early in the year, even before her engagement to actor Callum Turner was confirmed. She officially acknowledged the engagement in June, and the ring — a modern round diamond set on a wide yellow-gold cigar band — quickly became a trendsetter. Its sculptural proportions and minimalist silhouette marked a departure from delicate settings, resonating strongly with contemporary jewellery enthusiasts and sparking a wave of bold-band imitators.
Georgina Rodriguez & Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Georgina Rodríguez’s first public appearance with her engagement ring came at the Venice International Film Festival in August, instantly creating one of the year’s most viral red-carpet moments. The ring, featuring a massive oval diamond flanked by two smaller ovals on a platinum band, commanded attention for its extraordinary scale and bold three-stone composition. Its sheer size and brilliance made it a talking point.
