Celebrity Gemstone Rings Influencing Engagement Trends in 2025
Celebrities have been wearing gemstone engagement rings for decades. However, this trend is only just starting to penetrate the mass market, with more and more couples opting for something unique instead of the standard diamond ring.
A custom gemstone ring provides the perfect opportunity to show off your personality and style. Gemstones come in many different colours, cuts and clarities, so the options are truly endless.
In this article, we look at some of the iconic gemstone engagement rings worn by celebrities in recent years to gain a little inspiration as to how you can incorporate this trend.
Anya Taylor-Joy
Known for her incredible role in The Queen’s Gambit, Anya Taylor-Joy is often praised for her unique sense of style…and her engagement ring is no exception. The head-turning ring boasts a beautiful emerald, surrounded by diamonds, set on a gold band. Anya is one of many celebrities who opted for emerald, with others including Olivia Wilde, Heidi Klum and Megan Fox.
Our recommendation if you like Anya’s ring: Diamond and emerald ring
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga fans were left speechless when she first showed off her engagement ring, given to her by ex-fiance Christian Carino. The ring featured an enormous pink sapphire, surrounded by 12 white diamonds and set in platinum. Pink stones are making a huge comeback, with other celebrities like Katy Perry and Lily Collins also choosing rosy-coloured engagement rings.
Our recommendation if you like Lady Gaga’s ring: Morganite and diamond ring
Kate Middleton
Did you know that Kate Middleton’s jaw-dropping engagement ring once belonged to the late Princess Diana? The centrepiece is a 12-carat Sri Lankan blue sapphire, surrounded by 18 smaller diamonds. Sapphires have always been popular with royalty, but actresses like Penelope Cruz and Gweneth Paltrow have also worn sapphire engagement rings.
Our recommendation if you like Kate’s ring: White gold sapphire and diamond ring
If you want an interesting and unique engagement ring, you may want to take after your favourite celebs and opt for a custom gemstone ring. At James Thredgold, we are more than happy to sit down with you to discuss your preferences. Alternatively, you can browse our collections online.