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The latest fall engagement ring trends are shaping up to be equal parts vintage charm and modern creativity. As proposals get cozy for the fall season, we’re seeing couples lean into designs that celebrate history while putting a fresh spin on tradition.
Fall 2025 Trend: Antique Cuts
Antique cuts, such as antique cushions and Old European diamonds, are having a major moment. These stones captivate with their soft glow and chunky facets, offering an old-world romance that feels effortlessly timeless. Unlike modern brilliant cuts, antique cuts feature larger, fewer facets, creating a candlelit sparkle that’s both understated and captivating. Whether showcased as a solitaire or surrounded by delicate side stones, antique cuts carry a story of eras past while fitting beautifully into today’s bespoke designs.
4.04 carat Antique Cushion Lab Diamond Three-Stone Ring
4.17 carat Old European Lab Diamond Invisible Gallery™ Ring
Fall 2025 Trend: Elongated Shapes
Elongated silhouettes are everywhere this year. Ovals, marquise, and elongated cushions continue to climb in popularity, fueled in part by high-profile engagements like Selena Gomez’s marquise and Taylor Swift’s elongated antique cushion. Beyond the celebrity sparkle, these shapes offer elegant finger coverage and a flattering, lengthening effect. Their versatility allows them to shine in everything from minimalist solitaires to elaborate halos.
3.07 carat Oval Lab Diamond Scalloped Double Edge Halo Ring
2.01 carat Marquise Diamond Three-Stone Ring
5.03 carat Cushion Cut Diamond Invisible Gallery™ Ring
Lab-Grown Diamonds (always trending)
Lab-grown diamonds continue to rise in popularity, and for good reason. Despite lingering misconceptions, both the Federal Trade Commission and the Gemological Institute of America agree that a diamond is a diamond—whether it forms in the earth or in a lab. Lab diamonds share the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as natural diamonds, offering the same brilliance and durability.
One of their biggest draws is value: lab diamonds are typically over 75% less expensive than their natural counterparts, allowing couples to select a larger stone or a higher quality within the same budget. Their abundance also means a broader selection of shapes and cuts, including rare styles that are harder to source in mined diamonds.
5.07 carat Oval Lab Diamond Classic Solitaire Ring
7 carat Radiant Cut Lab Diamond Three-Row Ring
Fall 2025 Trend: Distinctive Settings
The era of ultra-thin, barely-there bands is giving way to settings with personality. We’re seeing thicker shanks, creative textures, and unexpected details that make each ring feel like a true original.
3.71 carat Emerald Cut Lab Diamond Cigar Band Ring
3.01 carat Cushion Cut Lab Diamond Wave Ring
The Takeaway
Fall 2025 proposals will embrace rings that are as personal as the love stories behind them. Expect to see more couples opting for highly customizable designs—mixing antique cuts with modern settings or experimenting with band widths and textures. The goal? A ring that feels unmistakably theirs. Check out our Instagram to see examples of our current inventory and custom client rings!