Halo Engagement Rings

What To Know About Halo Engagement Rings

Ringed by a row of small pavé diamonds, a halo extends the outline and the sparkle of the center stone. So a halo does make the center stone look bigger: the surrounding pavé widens the outline, and the top of the ring reads larger than the center alone. That is why halos are one of the most efficient ways to add presence without moving up in carat weight. A halo is a good choice for a smaller center stone, too, and one of the most effective ways to give a 1 carat center more presence on the hand. The surrounding diamonds also help protect the edge of the center stone, adding a practical benefit to the extra brilliance. As for which diamond shape works best with a halo setting, halos suit every shape. On ovals, pears and marquise, a halo exaggerates length, while on rounds and princess cuts it adds size. That versatility lets her choose the shape she loves first, then let the halo amplify it. Every Amorati center is lab-grown, E-F color and VS+ clarity, from 1 to 3 carats, in yellow gold, white gold or platinum. A halo brings together sparkle, scale and a frame of light around the diamond she chooses.