Worried about picking the ring? You should be. She’ll be wearing it every day. For the rest of her life.

Need a bit of help getting a ring for you future wife? We got your back. Talitha Cummins spent 20 years gracing Australian TV screens as one of our most popular news reporters. Today, she is the founder of The Cut Jewellery, and knows a thing or two about the biggest engagement trends of 2025.

Here’s the good news: the latest proposal trends are ditching the high pressure and embracing a more collaborative, relaxed approach. Think less guesswork, more meaning, and rings that actually reflect her style. Cue a collective sigh of relief. Here are the biggest engagement trends of 2025.

1. Couples Shopping Together

It used to be a covert mission: a man, a ring, and the weight of guessing what she wants. Now, many couples are skipping the guesswork and choosing to shop for the ring together. Call it practical, call it progressive. Either way, it’s a smart move. From setting styles to stone cuts, it’s a shared movement that adds another layer to your engagement story. And it doesn’t make the proposal any less special. It just means you’re both emotionally (and aesthetically) invested from the start.

2. The Loose Stone Proposal

If you still want the element of surprise, the loose stone trend is worth considering. You choose the perfect diamond or gemstone, propose with it in a temporary setting or elegant box, and then design the ring together afterwards. It keeps the mystery while opening the door to customisation. You’re not just giving a ring. You’re starting a project together. Think of it as symbolic: you’re shaping something beautiful with the person you love. 

3. Bigger Is Not Always Better

The ‘wow’ factor doesn’t have to come from size. More people are choosing rings that feel meaningful, personal, and practical. That could mean a unique design, a lower setting, or a smaller stone that actually gets worn every day. If her job is hands-on and she’s at the gym daily, that 4-carat ring could spend a lot of time collecting dust in the safe.

4. Emerald Cuts and Trilogy Rings

Looking for something that feels timeless but still stands out? Emerald cuts and trilogy rings are the kind of trend that will never go out of fashion. The clean lines of an emerald cut are effortlessly elegant, while trilogy rings hold a deeper meaning with past, present, and future all represented in one eye-catching piece. These designs are, dare I say, a little more traditional–but in the most stunning, sophisticated way. Because let’s be honest, when it comes to a forever ring, you can’t go wrong with timeless. 

What Is a Trilogy Cut in Jewellery?

A trilogy cut in jewellery typically refers to a ring that features three stones set side by side, most commonly diamonds. Unlike cuts such as emerald or pear, “trilogy” isn’t a cut in the technical sense—it’s a style or setting. Each stone in a trilogy ring represents one of three stages: the past, the present, and the future. It’s a symbolic and sentimental design, often chosen for engagements, anniversaries, or milestone gifts.

5. Coloured Gemstones Are the New Statement

Prefer to carve your own path? Some of the most iconic engagement rings in history came from women who broke the mould–case in point, Princess Diana’s bold sapphire ring. Proof that being a trailblazer can still be utterly classy. Coloured gemstones like sapphires, emeralds, and rubies are stepping confidently into the spotlight in 2025. They’re distinctive, full of character, and often more accessible than traditional diamonds. For someone who wants their ring to reflect their individuality, not just tradition, this is a statement worth making.

And if none of these trends feel quite right? That’s fine too. Because the biggest engagement trend of 2025 might just be this: there are no rules anymore. Engagements aren’t about ticking boxes or following tradition. They are about telling your own story, your way. So forget the pressure. Focus on what feels real, what fits your relationship, and what will make this moment truly yours.

Talitha Cummins is the founder of The Cut Jewellery, known for fusion traditional technique with lasting, modern designs and bespoke pieces.

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