Proposing at Christmas is one of the most romantic ways to showcase your love. A small box hidden under the tree, spending the day with your dearest family members and enjoying a good feast to celebrate! To get us into the Christmas spirit, we reflect on some of our favourites and ask our Showroom managers about their top engagement ring picks of the season.
Our Favourite Michael Spiers Engagement Rings
With so many different variations of engagement rings to choose from, it is always good to get a good idea of what style and shape your partner is interested in. At Michael Spiers, our Showroom managers have shared their favourite engagement rings to inspire you this season.
The Pear-cut Halo Statement
A pear-cut halo engagement ring truly makes a statement. The halo design has become a contemporary favourite, yet this piece remains timeless thanks to its clean lines and platinum setting.
“The Pear-cut shape offers an elegant point on the hand, whilst the encapsulating halo of diamonds amplifies the diamond's presence. It is truly a stunning engagement ring choice!”
Katie, Truro
The halo design offers a refined twist on the classic solitaire, while diamond-set shoulders add further sparkle and presence. The entire piece is crafted in high-quality platinum, enhancing both durability and luxury.
The Classic Round Brilliant Solitaire
Solitaire rings are one of the most iconic looks for an engagement ring. With a brilliant-cut diamond centred on a platinum band, our Platinum Brilliant-Cut Diamond Solitaire is a classic look and style, suited to everyone. The round diamond symbolises enduring commitment to your partner, making it a wonderful choice to symbolise your eternal love.
“The Platinum Brilliant-Cut Diamond Solitaire engagement ring is perfect. Keeping it traditional but adding a modern twist, complemented with the perfect sparkle!” Nikki, Plymouth
Featuring a pinched shoulder and a four-claw cardinal-point setting, this engagement ring epitomises timeless elegance.
The Botswanamark Trilogy
A beautiful, elegant design combined with brilliance and sparkle, these diamonds are from responsible and ethical sourcing, with full traceability of the stone from mine to finger. The three-stone engagement ring is a popular choice for those looking for an extra moment of sparkle.
“The Botswanamark Trilogy engagement ring is a perfect Christmas present to start a couple's journey, looking forward to their future together. Symbolising the past, present and future in three, brilliant-cut diamonds.” Natasha, Exeter
If you are inspired by the beauty and sustainability of our botswanamark collection diamonds, we invite you to discover more in our Michael Spiers Wedding Suite Exeter Showroom.
Related: The Michael Spiers Wedding Suite
The Emerald Cut Elegance
An Emerald-cut ring is one of the most recognisable cuts of engagement ring, having been the diamond-cut choice of Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly. The diamond shape itself symbolises steadfast love and resilience.
“This is a favourite of mine, the Emerald cut is so exquisite, with clean lines and an unusual sparkle that catches the eye! The cut of the stones really has a wow factor!” Melanie, Taunton
The setting is crafted in platinum, using a classic claw-setting style that allows the stones to command attention, while also promising durability and timelessness.
2025’s Favourite Engagement Rings: Contemporary Takes on Vintage Aesthetics
In 2025, we’ve seen engagement rings from pop-stars to Hollywood starlets take the headlines in new and experimental cuts, settings and colours.
The trend of the East-West setting has become one of the most popular settings of rings this year, thanks to American actress Zendaya’s gorgeous engagement ring, gifted to her by actor Tom Holland. Dating back to as early as the Art Deco era, the East-West setting offers a sparkling gemstone set horizontally across the ring’s band rather than the traditional vertical orientation.
Bezel-cut rings have also grown in popularity thanks to their ability to ensure a precious gemstone feels protected and secure, whilst still enabling the overall look to be of class and elegance. This style of ring is most recently seen on Taylor Swift’s 5-Carat diamond engagement ring, gifted to her by Football star, Travis Kelcey.
Bezel-cut settings offer greater protection for your gemstone, especially in comparison to thin claws. Though this ring-style could potentially limit the light touching your stone, losing that intense sparkle.
White gold and Platinum have become staple engagement ring metals in recent years; however, the popularity of the yellow gold band has risen due to its classically vintage look and suitability to traditional diamond settings.
When searching for the perfect engagement ring for your partner, we suggest taking inspiration from the jewellery they wear most often. Subtle details, such as a preference for white gold, platinum, or yellow gold, can offer valuable insight into their personal style and help you select a ring that perfectly complements their everyday elegance.
Engagement Rings at Michael Spiers
With such a magical time upon us, our experienced Showroom teams would love to help you find an engagement ring that fits your love story. If you are interested in taking that next step to solidify your commitment and love for one another, we invite you to visit one of our showrooms in Truro, Plymouth, Exeter, or Taunton.
