When Dua Lipa and Callum Turner confirmed their engagement earlier this year, the spotlight levitated straight to her left hand. Her bold, chunky engagement ring captured hearts and headlines. We’re diving into the design, and how it has prompted a new trend in the bridal jewellery world.
What does Dua Lipa’s engagement ring look like?
Dua Lipa’s ring is far from traditional. It features what appears to be a round brilliant or old European cut diamond, and the stone is set in a sleek half-bezel or flush setting. The band is a thick, yellow gold band. This ‘ cigar band ’ style is gaining popularity thanks to its bold look and comfortable wear. The flush or semi-bezel setting not only adds to its sculptural design but also protects the diamond from daily wear.
How many carats is Dua Lipa’s engagement ring?
While the exact carat weight and jeweller hasn’t been officially confirmed, experts estimate that the centre diamond sits somewhere between 2 and 4 carats. Judging by its proportions in photographs and public appearances, it leans toward the mid-range of that estimate. It’s been reported that Callum Turner (Lipa’s fiancee) worked closely with her sister and close friends to create a custom piece that reflects her personal style.
Lipa is known for her love of fashion. Whether browsing Japanese vintage or wearing casuals on a beach holiday with friends, she always finds a way to incorporate her personal style. While mainstream trends are geared towards oval or round stones on a thin plain or pavé band, Lipa’s piece is a breath of fresh air.
Are chunky engagement rings trending?
Yes, and Lipa’s ring is the defining symbol of this shift. Celebrity engagement rings are no doubt drivers of new trends in the jewellery industry. Thicker engagement rings are trending for their boldness, durability, and modern aesthetic. They nod to vintage styles but still feel contemporary.
The beauty of Dua Lipa’s ring lies in its balance. it’s bold without being brash. As we move through 2025, more couples are leaning into designs that feel both fashionable and functional. The flush-set diamond adds durability for daily wear, and the thick gold band is bold – another emerging trend in the jewellery industry.
Chunky rings also reflect a growing move toward genderless jewellery that strays from traditional aesthetics. It’s a design that can be worn for life, without ever feeling dated. Thicker engagement rings cover a whole range of styles, not just a cigar band like Lipa. Our Gigi Marquise Solitaire with a Cigar Band is the best of both worlds, a classic solitaire setting with the boldness of a cigar band.
What wedding band goes with a chunky engagement ring?
Pairing a wedding band with a chunky engagement ring takes a bit more consideration than with a traditional solitaire. Some couples opt for contoured bands that curve around the engagement ring to ensure a flush fit. Our Hayley Oval Solitaire with Twist Band ring fits flush with the Moana Bead Set Pavé Curved Wedding Band . Otherwise, with a cigar band engagement ring, stacking rings can be a modern way to interpret the wedding set. For example a cigar band engagement ring can be paired with a thick band engagement ring, but also a thin pavé band, or for those who are more experimental, two pavé bands sandwiched around the engagement ring.
Summary
With rising interest in wearable, statement-making rings, it’s opening up brides and couples to more options. While it’s no surprise that couples are eager to duplicate the ring they see on their favourite celebrity, its more important to find something that reflects their style. Book an appointment with us virtually or in one of our showrooms to discuss further here .
