A hidden halo engagement ring gets its name from a subtle halo of diamonds positioned around a centre diamond or gemstone.
This halo remains invisible from the top of the ring but faces outwards and is visible when the ring is viewed from the side.
This popular design adds secret sparkle to an engagement ring with small brilliant diamonds. Moreover, it provides a subtle alternative to traditional halo ring styles. As a result, this style suits various diamond and gemstone shapes and works well with plain or diamond-set shoulders.
Trending ring designs growing in popularity
This elegant ring style continues to grow in popularity. Look at the following analysis of demand from the last 5 years. A variety of celebrities testify to the popularity of this modern ring design.
Celebrities include Kim Kardashian, Demi-Leigh Tebow and Jasmine Tookes with hr 7-carat oval hidden halo engagement ring. Also, Hailey Baldwin Bieber’s engagement ring. Again, an oval hidden halo ring design.
Pros and cons of a secret halo
Adding extra sparkle from a secret halo makes this beautiful ring style very popular. The design retains the subtle appearance of a solitaire with the allure of a diamond halo ring.
But some sources suggest a risk to other rings. To explain, small diamonds in contact with other rings might cause scratches or wear.
As part of our bespoke design work, we ensure each hidden halo sits above a wedding ring. A raised design reduces the risk of scratching other ring designs. In this way, we create most of our engagement ring collection features ring styles with wedding ring-friendly settings.
What happens if you lose a small diamond from your ring?
Occasionally, an unintentional bump or scrape can result in the loss of a small diamond from a halo. Typically most rings of this style feature small brilliant-cut diamonds with 57 facets for.
The resulting sparkle diamond effect adds glamour to a solitaire engagement ring. But, in the event of the loss of a small diamond, a replacement can be added by most jewellers. 1mm – 1.3mm diamonds make the most popular sizes for halo diamond engagement rings, held within grain settings with small claws formed from the under bezel of the ring.
Double halo engagement rings – hidden and regular halo
Some ring designs combine a traditional diamond halo with a secret halo. This double-walled effect maximises diamond coverage. It appears in styles such as the bespoke vintage design in our custom-made ring gallery. A platinum or white gold halo adds contrast against other precious metals such as yellow gold or rose gold.
Double hidden halo engagement rings
Our example ring features a double-hidden halo in addition to a regular halo. As a result, the tiered arrangement stands tall, combined with a wedding-ring-friendly setting. The effect is reminiscent of the tiers of a wedding cake, with a top tier focused on a certified statement diamond.
How to get further help with your ring design
If you would like further help with your ring design, please feel welcome to get in touch. We provide showroom appointments and virtual consultations in addition to a range of different design services and financing options.
Get in touch by the message below, or by email or call our showroom team Monday to Saturday. Learn more about how we work by watching some of our recent YouTube videos, or follow us on Instagram for a greater understanding of our work.
Our showroom is located on the sunny (sometimes) Isle of Wight, on Ryde’s high street. We provide expert appointments and diamond viewings. In addition, we offer a wide range of ethical diamond choices, including both natural and lab-grown diamonds. In addition, we create halo ring styles set with both precious and semi-precious gemstones surrounded with diamonds.
About Mark Johnson
My name is Mark and I'm founder at Serendipity Diamonds. By day you'll find me working in our showroom—in a variety of roles. My work (which I love) ranges from photographing jewellery, to writing blog posts and helping clients with my colleagues Drina, Emily and Debbie.
