There are huge engagement rings, and then there are huuuge engagement rings. Without a doubt, these ten engagement rings meld stunning beauty with traditional shapes to create a gorgeous engagement ring that will stand the test of time.
Jackie O’s Lesotho III – 40.42 Carats
After JFK’s untimely death, Jackie O found love with Greek billionaire Aristotle Onassis. In 1968, Onassis popped the question with a huge marquise-shaped diamond ring named “The Lesotho III.” Yep, the diamond was so large it had its own name.
A whopping 40 carats, the Lesotho III was one of 18 pieces cut from the storied 601-carat Lesotho diamond. The solitaire diamond was set on a platinum band and was sold at auction in 1996 for $2.59 million or around $4.7 million in today’s dollars.
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Channel the Lesotho III by selecting a marquise-shaped, lab created diamond from Clean Origin. Pair your diamond with stunning white-gold or sleek platinum in a solitaire setting to celebrate Jackie O’s chic style, or surround it with melee diamonds for added glam.
Mariah Carey -35 Carat Diamond
When talking about huge engagement rings, we’d be remiss not to mention Mariah Cary’s whopping 35-carat diamond stunner. The ring, which is worth $10 million and was designed by Wilfredo Rosado and boasts a square center stone flanked on either side with baguette diamonds. Cary first showed off the ring when she announced her engagement to James Packer—a billionaire Australian businessman, in January 2016.
While their relationship did not last, and the couple never celebrated their nuptials, the engagement ring lived on. Carey was spotted rocking it up until 2018, when she sold it to a jeweler for a reported $2.1 million.
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Shop Clean Origin’s selection of Asscher and Emerald shaped lab created diamonds to capitalize on the square-step cut look of Carey’s ring. Pair your center stone with a Classic setting that employs baguette diamonds. We love the Janie Classic Ring!
Elizabeth Taylor 33-Carat Diamond
Elizabeth Taylor is known worldwide for her spectacular collection of brilliant diamonds and sparkling jewelry. It makes sense then that her second engagement ring from her second marriage to Richard Burton would top the list of huge engagement rings.
Burton proposed to Taylor in 1968 with what was then called the Krupp Diamond Ring. Like Carey’s, the 33-carat, Asscher-cut diamond was framed by smaller baguettes on either side. Previously, it had belonged to Vera Krupp, a socialite who had married into the German industrial behemoth Krupp AG. Krup AG was well-known for supplying military arms to Germans during WWI, and Liz loved mentioning that the diamond was now on the ring finger of a nice Jewish girl.
Elizabeth continued to wear her ring for the rest of her life, even when her marriage to Burton dissolved. In fact, the diamond engagement ring became synonymous with her style and was later renamed the Elizabeth Taylor Diamond Ring.
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If you love the look of Taylor’s bling, go for Asscher-shaped diamonds with baguettes on the side. Play up the lux aspect with a hidden halo, or go for a simplistic style with a solitaire.
Keyshia Ka’oir – 25-Carat Diamond
Continuing the tradition of square-cut huge engagement rings, Keyshia Ka’oir’s 25-carat cushion-cut diamond ring has us gasping in awe. The huge center stone is set on a thick band set with large diamonds.
Ka’oir was spotted rocking this unique ring after her beau, Gucci Mane, got down on one knee and proposed to her during an Atlanta Hawks game when they were featured on the kiss cam.
Shockingly, after just three years, Gucci Mane upgraded this whopper of a ring to 60 carats on Valentine’s Day in 2019. Thanks to the first ring’s sentimental value, Ka’oir has been spotted wearing both rings, her first ring on her right hand and her second on her left hand.
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If you’re looking to shock people with the bling on your ring, be sure to prioritize cushion-cut stones that are then surrounded by pavé diamonds. Alternatively, you can incorporate diamonds into the band for a sparkle that is anything but subtle.
Paris Hilton -24-Carat Diamond
What do you propose when your beloved already has every stone size under the sun?
After just eight months of dating, Greek shipping heir Paris Latsis proposed to Paris Hilton. Reportedly allowing her to select her ring from a selection of 15 huge engagement rings. And while an eight-carat diamond would be cute for Paris’, Hilton settled on a 24-carat canary yellow diamond ring that was emerald-cut and framed by smaller stones.
And while their engagement didn’t, the canary yellow diamond foreshadowed the early 2000s love of colored stones.
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Prioritize Clean Origin’s selection of brilliant, lab created yellow stones, and you’ll feel like you’re ready to walk down the red carpet in no time at all.
Beyoncé 18-Carats
Jay-Z knew what he was doing when he and Miss Queen Bee got engaged in 2008. Proposing with an 18-carat emerald-cut diamond, Beyoncé’s engagement ring is a timeless choice for discerning and stylish brides-to-be.
Occasionally, fans can catch a glimpse of her diamond ring as she is known to wear it out and about. She has been spotted wearing it during performances and other public events, yet, some fans believe that she may have upgraded the ring after she was spotted with a gold and ruby ring in 2015.
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To channel the Queen, look for emerald-cut engagement rings at Clean Origin. Beyoncé’s ring is timeless in its simplicity, so try pairing your diamond with a thin band. Play with the color of the metal in rose gold or yellow gold hues to make this engagement ring your own.
Angelina Jolie 16-Carat Diamond
Celebrities love emerald-cut diamond engagement rings, and Angelina Jolie is no exception. When Brad Pitt popped the question in 2012 after the duo had been dating for almost ten years.
Brad Pitt was heavily involved in the design process of the engagement ring, which features a large 16-carat diamond surrounded by various trapezoid and baguette diamonds.
The two eventually celebrated their wedding in France in 2014 with all of their kids in attendance. In fact, Angelina Jolie’s wedding dress was customized with her children’s drawings – a sweet and intimate touch for her special day.
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Art deco is the name of the game here. Go for Vintage styles with square or rectangular diamonds for a look that will stand the test of time.
Kim Kardashian 15-Carat Diamond
Kim Kardashian specializes in huge engagement rings!
In 2011, Kardashian walked down the aisle spotting a 16.2-carat emerald cut diamond engagement ring given to her by then-husband Kris Humphries. While the short-lived marriage only lasted 72 days, Kardashian found love once more with Ye, formerly Kanye West.
The couple became friends after meeting on the set of a video shoot in 2003. After her divorce from Humphries in 2011, Ye invited Kardashian out to Paris to cheer her up. And the rest is history.
In 2013, Ye proposed a 15-carat cushion-cut diamond engagement ring. The engagement ring made several appearances on Kardashian’s Instagram after debuting in an Instagram post captioned simply, “YES!!!”.
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To get Kardashian’s look go for cushion-cut diamonds on a simple solitaire band. Want even more bling? Add a hidden halo to take your diamond ring to the next level.
Hailey Bieber 10-Carat Diamond
Hailey Baldwin’s classic engagement ring put oval engagement rings on the map, and for good reason.
After Justin Beiber proposed to her in the Bahamas in July 2018, Baldwin was spotted wearing the 10-carat Jack Solow stunner out and about. In classic 18K yellow-gold, her solitaire, oval-cut diamond ring actually contains a hidden halo basket for additional shine and sparkle.
Baldwin showcased her ring the only way an international model would, on the cover of Vogue Mexico. The couple tied the knot in a secret ceremony in 2018 and then again with a larger group of family and friends in 2019. From time to time, Hailey adorns a bridal set where the engagement ring sits between the split wedding band. The Biebers are still going strong today.
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Look for engagement ring styles that prioritize added bling in the form of hidden halos to pay homage to Hailey’s ring. While we love the oval-cut diamond, any round diamond will do here.
Jennifer Lopez 8.5-Carat Diamond
The second time is the charm for JLo and Ben Affleck. The pair got engaged in 2022 after they felt sparks in 2021.
As JLo’s previous engagement ring was a 6-carat pink diamond ring, Affleck decided to keep the shape consistent but proposed with a green diamond. While the video she posted to Instagram is blurry, a close-up reveals a vibrant green ring that appears to be framed by diamonds.
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Go for green with Clean Origin’s selection of vibrant-colored diamonds. In addition to a radiant cut diamond, consider framing your center stone with a glamorous halo to pay homage to Jenny from the Block.
Find Your Perfect Engagement Ring at Clean Origin
It’s true you don’t need a huge Neil Lane engagement ring to show that you can rock out with the best of celebrities. All you need is a lab created diamond from Clean Origin, so long as the love in your relationship is larger than any diamond.
Our masterful selection of brilliant diamonds and sleek settings are a perfect choice for the discerning bride. Plus, because lab created diamonds are 20-40% more affordable than mined diamonds, you can easily afford the huge engagement ring of your dreams. Whether you’re dreaming of princess cut engagement rings, something classic like a round brilliant diamond, or a striking two stone engagement ring, we have you covered.
