The 20 Most Unusual Celebrity Engagement Rings

The 20 Most Unusual Celebrity Engagement Rings

A diamond solitaire on a thin gold band is a timeless choice, beloved by many. Yet, some couples prefer a ring that reflects their unique story or personal style; something with character, history, or a design twist that makes it truly their own.

We recognize that engagement rings can be as distinctive as the people who wear them. The following examples showcase how thoughtful design and meaningful details can transform a simple piece into a lasting symbol.

A ring’s uniqueness can come from subtle choices, such as an unexpected diamond orientation or a historic cutting style. The meaning behind a stone, or the careful pairing of gems, can also set a ring apart.

Here are 20 celebrity engagement rings that exemplify thoughtful design and originality.

Some engagement rings go beyond tradition, using thoughtful details and unexpected design choices to tell a deeper story. These celebrity rings show how originality can feel timeless.

1. Zendaya’s East-West Cushion Cut

Tom Holland proposed to Zendaya with a simple yet striking ring. The 4-carat elongated cushion-cut diamond sits horizontally across her finger rather than pointing upward. This east-west orientation feels modern, while the Georgian-style button-back setting adds an antique quality you would not expect.

The ring is reportedly a Jessica McCormack creation, valued between $ 100,000 and $150,000. The button-back detail and gray bezel lend the piece a distinctive finish.

If you love Zendaya's ring, you'll love our Button Back Solitaire Engagement Ring With an Elongated Cushion Cut Diamond. 

2. Megan Fox’s Magnetic Toi et Moi

Machine Gun Kelly did not take any shortcuts when designing Megan Fox’s ring. The toi et moi style features two pear-shaped stones, a 7-carat emerald and a 7-carat diamond, that come together to form an abstract heart. The ring separates into two pieces with hidden magnets embedded in the gold band.

According to Kelly, the stones symbolize thorns and are designed to be uncomfortable if removed. Valued between $300,000 and $500,000, this design is recognized for its mechanical complexity.

Our Entwined Toi et Moi Engagement Ring with Pear and Marquise Cut Diamonds is almost identical to Megan's. This style is as intentional as it is unconventional.

3. Gabbriette Bechtel’s Black Diamond

Matty Healy went in a completely different direction when choosing Gabbriette Bechtel’s ring. The center stone is a black diamond, roughly 5 carats, set in 18-karat gold and surrounded by a halo of white pavé diamonds. Additional diamonds run down the split shank band.

Black diamonds were once considered industrial-grade stones, valuable for drill bits but not jewelry. That has changed. The contrast between the dark center and the white surrounding stones creates drama without requiring a massive budget. This ring is estimated at around $11,700, making it one of the more affordable celebrity rings while still commanding attention.

Gabbriette Bechtel’s black diamond ring stands out through contrast rather than carat count., just like our Blackened Three Stone Engagement Ring With Straight Baguette Side Stones and Emerald Cut Diamond. 

4. Dakota Johnson’s Emerald Cabochon

Chris Martin chose an emerald for Dakota Johnson, but not the kind you might picture. Instead of a faceted stone with all those geometric cuts that catch light, this emerald is a cabochon, meaning it has been polished to a smooth, rounded top. The effect is entirely different.

Set in an 18-karat gold band with a slight diamond halo, the ring features a smooth cabochon emerald, a style typical in antique jewelry before modern faceting became standard. This choice emphasizes subtle beauty over brilliance.

Dakota Johnson’s engagement ring features a smooth emerald cabochon, chosen for its understated elegance. A green center stone is sure to turn heads, just like our Oval Cut Emerald Three Stone Engagement Ring With Trilliant Cut Diamond Sides. 

5. Ariana Grande’s Pearl and Diamond

Dalton Gomez proposed to Ariana Grande with a ring that holds a family secret. The oval diamond sits at an angle next to a white pearl, and according to reports, that pearl may have come from her late grandfather’s tie pin.

The combination recalls Edwardian and Art Nouveau jewelry from over a century ago, when pearls and diamonds were often paired. Pearls are softer than diamonds and require careful handling, making them a less common choice for engagement rings. This ring’s design prioritizes sentiment over practicality.

A pearl-and-diamond engagement ring makes Ariana Grande’s design deeply personal, prioritizing sentiment over practicality. The pairing of her pearl and oval diamond is stunning, and reminds of our Thin + Simple Solitaire Engagement Ring With Oval Cut Diamond. 

6. Selena Gomez’s Colored Gemstone Mystery

Benny Blanco’s ring for Selena Gomez has caused some debate. Some sources describe a 3-carat marquise-cut diamond on a yellow gold eternity band. Others suggest the center stone is actually a sapphire or spinel. If the colored gemstone reports are accurate, this would represent a notable departure from what most celebrities choose.

The marquise cut itself is experiencing renewed interest after years of being overlooked. Its elongated shape with pointed ends was historically associated with royalty, and it suits shorter fingers well.

Selena Gomez’s marquise-cut engagement ring brings renewed attention to a historic shape with modern appeal. Her ring is almost identical to our Signature Pavé Engagement Ring With North South Marquise Cut Diamond. 

7. Carly Rae Jepsen’s Deep Blue Sapphire

Carly Rae Jepsen wears a 4-carat cushion-cut sapphire valued at around $40,000. The setting is simple and almost minimalist, allowing the deep blue color to take center stage. Sapphires have a long history as engagement ring stones, predating the diamond tradition by centuries.

They rate 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them durable enough for everyday wear. The richness of this particular stone, paired with that understated setting, creates something quietly stunning.

Carly Rae Jepsen’s sapphire engagement ring proves that restraint and rich color can be just as striking as brilliance. Her stunning ring closly resembles our East West Half Bezel Solitaire With Emerald Cut Ceylon Blue Sapphire. 

8. Rooney Mara’s Portrait-Cut Hexagon

Joaquin Phoenix found a rare ring for Rooney Mara. The large hexagon-shaped diamond is a portrait cut, meaning it has no facets. The surface is smooth and flat, making the stone appear almost transparent. Portrait-cut diamonds were popular centuries ago, but fell out of fashion as brilliant cuts became standard.

Finding one in a modern engagement ring is genuinely unusual. Set in a vintage platinum band inspired by Art Deco design, this ring has an ethereal quality that photographs beautifully but looks even better in person.

9. Emma Roberts’ Old European Cut

Emma Roberts wears an old European-cut diamond estimated at 3.5-6 carats, sourced from the family-owned Platt Boutique. The old European cut predates modern brilliant cuts and produces a different kind of light. Instead of maximum sparkle, you get a warmer glow with larger facets and a more romantic feel.

What also catches the eye here is the thick 18-karat gold band, a choice that runs counter to the common preference for thin bands that make center stones look larger. This ring feels substantial in a way that suits her style perfectly.

This ring is classic, timeless, and elegant, just like our Thin + Simple Solitaire Engagement Ring With Old Euro Cut Diamond. 

10. Kristen Bell’s Golden-Brown Diamond

Colored diamonds are rare, and golden-brown diamonds even more so. Kristen Bell’s 3-carat emerald-cut diamond falls into this warm color category, framed vertically by five white diamonds on each side.

Most people seeking engagement rings gravitate toward colorless stones, which makes this choice all the more interesting. The warm tones create a vintage feel, while the emerald-cut adds clean, architectural lines. It is proof that diamonds can be beautiful without being crystal white.

11. Dua Lipa’s Signet-Style Statement

Dua Lipa’s engagement ring breaks from tradition in a different way. Rather than a delicate band with a prominent stone, she wears a chunky gold ring in a signet style with a bold diamond at its center.

Signet rings have historical roots as functional objects used to seal documents, but reimagined here as an engagement ring, the design feels both vintage and contemporary. The wide band dominates the finger rather than letting the stone do all the talking.

A signet-style engagement ring gives Dua Lipa’s design its commanding presence. It's chunky band, and diamond cut is similar to our Accordion Cigar Band with a Round Cut Diamond. 

12. Zoë Kravitz’s Two-Tone Cushion

Zoë Kravitz wears a 7-carat elongated cushion-cut diamond from Jessica McCormack. What makes this ring notable is its two-tone metalwork: a white gold head holds the diamond, which sits on a delicate yellow gold band. That contrast creates visual interest without competing with the stone.

The elongated cushion shape itself offers a different proportion than traditional cushion cuts, giving the ring a vintage character that pairs well with the mixed metals.

A two-tone setting gives Zoë Kravitz’s elongated cushion-cut diamond a refined edge. Just like our Penumbra Bezel Set Engagement Ring With Elongated Cushion Cut. 

13. Halsey’s Green Center Stone

Avan Jogia proposed to Halsey with a ring featuring a green center stone surrounded by natural white diamonds in a vintage-inspired design. The exact identity of the green stone has not been confirmed, but the overall effect is romantic and slightly mysterious.

Colored center stones remain less common than diamonds in celebrity engagement rings, making this choice a sign of individuality.

Halsey’s engagement ring stands out with a green center stone, favoring individuality and intrigue over tradition, like our Emerald Cut Green Emerald Translunar Engagement Ring. 

14. Anna Kournikova’s Pink Diamond

Pink diamonds represent some of the rarest gems on earth, and Anna Kournikova’s ring from Enrique Iglesias features an 11-carat pear-cut pink diamond from Australia flanked by two trillion-cut diamonds.

Australia’s Argyle mine, which produced most of the world’s pink diamonds, has since closed, making these stones even scarcer. The soft pink color combined with the substantial carat weight creates something truly exceptional.

15. Lady Gaga’s Architectural Oval

Lady Gaga's 10-carat oval diamond sits on an unusually thick 2mm band, giving the ring an architectural presence that most engagement rings lack. Oval diamonds have become popular in recent years, but the substantial band width here creates a different effect entirely.

The estimated value ranges from $500,000 to $2 million, depending on the stone’s characteristics. This ring proves that proportion matters as much as size.

Lady Gaga’s engagement ring pairs a 10-carat oval diamond with an unusually thick band, giving it a bold, architectural presence. It's breathtaking and looks similar to our Signature Pavé Engagement Ring With Oval Cut Diamond. 

16. Adele’s Pavé Pear

Adele wears a pear-shaped diamond ring from Rich Paul, featuring an approximately 10-carat stone in a claw setting on a Lorraine Schwartz pavé band. The contrast between the bold center stone and the delicate diamonds running along the band creates visual tension.

Pear shapes offer elongation similar to ovals, but with that distinctive pointed end that can make fingers appear longer. The ring is estimated at around $500,000.

A pavé band amplifies the impact of Adele’s pear-shaped diamond, emphasizing its length and distinctive pointed silhouette. A similar look is seen with our Signature Pavé Engagement Ring With Pear Cut Diamond. 

17. Vanessa Morgan’s Butterfly Garden

Vanessa Morgan’s ring tells a story through its design. The custom-made piece features a 4.64-carat oval lab-grown diamond set in rose gold, surrounded by marquise-cut diamond butterflies.

Called the Secret Butterfly Garden Ring, the design symbolizes transformation and growth. Lab-grown diamonds have gained acceptance among celebrities seeking sustainable options, and this ring shows how they can be used in creative, personalized designs.

Vanessa Morgan’s butterfly-inspired ring uses lab-grown diamonds to tell a story of growth, change, and individuality. A whimsical look can be seen on our Laurel Engagement Ring With North South Marquise Cut Diamond. 

18. Zooey Deschanel’s Floral Fantasy

Jonathan Scott designed a ring for Zooey Deschanel that is unlike a traditional engagement ring. The floral pattern resembles a delicate crown of flowers, crafted with multicolored gemstones, including pink and purple sapphires alongside diamonds.

Valued at approximately $50,000, this playful piece reflects her whimsical personality. The botanical inspiration and mix of colored stones create something that feels more like wearable art than conventional jewelry.

19. Chloe Sevigny’s Clean Contrast

Sinisa Mackovic proposed to Chloe Sevigny with an emerald-cut lab-grown diamond set in a thick yellow gold band. The clean lines of the emerald cut against the substantial gold create a striking contrast.

Emerald cuts emphasize clarity over brilliance, producing a hall-of-mirrors effect rather than maximum sparkle. This combination of contemporary sustainability and timeless design works beautifully together.

Chloë Sevigny’s emerald-cut ring pairs clean lines with a bold gold band, blending modern values with timeless design.

20. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Massive Sparkler

Cristiano Ronaldo proposed to Georgina Rodríguez with what may be the largest ring on this list. The oval-cut diamond measures approximately 30 carats, though some sources suggest it could be closer to 35 carats with a triple-oval layout featuring two smaller stones flanking the center.

Set on a diamond-studded band and estimated at $3 million, this ring does not attempt subtlety. Sometimes, unusual means going bigger and bolder than anyone expects.

What These Rings Tell Us

Looking at these 20 rings together, specific patterns emerge. East-west settings have become a way to make elongated stones feel fresh. Colored gemstones and colored diamonds offer alternatives to traditional white rocks. Thick bands challenge the old wisdom that thin bands make center stones look bigger. Vintage cuts and antique techniques bring warmth and character that modern brilliant cuts cannot replicate.

But perhaps the most striking pattern is how personal these rings have become. We see family heirlooms incorporated into designs, custom elements with specific meanings, and choices that reflect individual taste rather than conventional expectations. Many couples collaborate with designers to create rings that reflect their personal stories and preferences.

We celebrate rings that capture individual stories and meaning. These celebrity pieces can inspire, but your ring should reflect your unique journey.