Engagement Rings

Engagement rings are the personal symbol of a promise to marry

Engagement rings are worn to mark a commitment and the moment a couple chooses to build a future together. Chosen for a partner, a shared proposal, or an intimate betrothal, the ring becomes a lasting piece of everyday jewellery as well as a meaningful reminder of the occasion. At GLAMIRA, every engagement ring is configurable and made to order, allowing you to select the details that matter to you rather than settling for a fixed design. Choose a diamond engagement ring or a coloured gemstone centrepiece, then refine its shape, metal, ring size and engraving. From understated gold engagement rings to distinctive platinum engagement rings, the collection supports individual preferences while retaining the enduring purpose of a proposal ring.

Explore engagement-ring settings by silhouette, detail and centre stone

The right setting frames the centre stone, affects how the ring sits on the hand and defines its overall character. Solitaire engagement rings place focus on one central stone. A Classic Solitaire has a clean, timeless profile, while a Solitaire Pave adds small diamonds along the band for extra light. Design solitaire styles offer more sculptural shoulders and setting details without taking attention from the centre stone.

Halo engagement rings surround the centre stone with a border of smaller stones, creating a defined outline and a fuller visual presence. Browse Halo designs for this bright, detailed effect. For a ring that carries diamonds beyond the centre, Side-Stone settings set accent stones along the shoulders. Pave bands use closely set small stones to create a continuous shimmer, whether paired with a solitaire, halo or three-stone layout.

Trilogy rings traditionally place three stones in a row, with the centre often larger than the two flanking stones. Explore Trilogy styles or 3 & 5 Stones designs when you prefer a more substantial multi-stone composition. Tension rings hold the centre stone between the band’s open ends, giving the stone an airy, modern appearance. A Vintage engagement ring draws on decorative details such as milgrain edges, engraved textures and ornate settings. Toi et Moi designs pair two centre stones side by side, while Toi et Moi rings offer a symbolic choice for couples who want two stones in one design.

Once you have selected a silhouette, consider the centre stone and metal. Browse Diamond engagement rings for a traditional clear centre stone, or consider Lab Grown Diamond designs. White, yellow or rose gold changes the colour contrast around a stone, while platinum offers a naturally white metal option.

Diamond and gemstone choices begin with shape, quality and colour

A centre stone should suit both the setting and the wearer’s taste, with diamond shape being the most immediately visible choice. Round diamonds are known for their balanced, classic outline and strong light return. Oval, pear and marquise shapes lengthen the look of the finger, while princess cuts provide a geometric square form. Emerald cuts have long step facets and a clear, architectural appearance, so clarity is especially easy to notice. Cushion cuts combine softened corners with a fuller outline.

For diamond engagement rings, the 4Cs provide a practical language for comparing stones. Cut describes how a diamond’s facets are arranged and how effectively it returns light. Colour refers to the presence or absence of colour in a white diamond. Clarity records internal inclusions and external surface features, and carat measures weight, not physical size. A larger carat weight can look different in size depending on the shape and proportions of the stone.

GLAMIRA offers both natural diamonds and lab grown diamonds. They have the same chemical composition and crystal structure, while their origins differ: natural diamonds form in the earth and lab grown diamonds are produced in controlled conditions. Coloured centre stones offer another personal route. Sapphire, ruby, emerald, aquamarine and tanzanite can introduce colour, while coloured diamonds create a more unusual diamond engagement ring. Consider daily wear, setting protection and the stone’s colour against your chosen metal before deciding.

How do you choose the right engagement ring for your partner?

Choose an engagement ring by observing the jewellery your partner already wears, confirming their ring size and selecting details that fit their everyday life. Look first at metal colour. Predominantly yellow jewellery can suggest yellow gold, while white-toned watches, earrings or rings may point towards white gold or platinum. Notice whether their pieces are minimal and smooth, ornate and vintage-inspired, or bold with colour. A simple solitaire may suit a pared-back wardrobe, whereas a halo, pave or gemstone ring can complement a more decorative style.

To find ring size discreetly in Canada, borrow a ring they wear on the intended finger and compare it with a sizing guide, or ask a trusted friend or family member for help. Canada uses North American numeric ring sizes, such as 6, 7 and 8. Make sure the reference ring is worn on the same hand, as fingers can differ in size.

Think about routine as well. Lower-profile settings and protected stones can be practical for someone who uses their hands frequently, while a raised setting makes the centre stone more prominent. If you are choosing together, custom engagement rings let both of you consider style and fit without losing the personal significance of the proposal.

GLAMIRA makes each ring to order from your selected details

GLAMIRA creates each engagement ring to order after you choose its configuration, including metal, centre stone, ring size and optional engraving. In Canada, available gold options include 9K, 14K and 18K gold, with 14K a popular choice for fine jewellery. You can also select platinum for a naturally white metal with a distinct feel and finish.

Review your selected diamond cut and clarity, metal and size before ordering. Every order includes free engraving where selected, free Canadian shipping, 60-day returns and a lifetime warranty, providing clear support around a made-to-order purchase.

Engagement rings in Canada are chosen for proposals, holidays and lasting milestones

In Canada, engagement rings are most often given at a proposal, with Christmas, Valentine’s Day and winter holiday proposals also popular moments for marking a commitment. The ring may be presented privately, during a planned celebration or as part of a shared decision before the proposal. Graduation is another meaningful gifting occasion for fine jewellery, although an engagement ring remains specifically associated with a promise to marry.

Classic tastes often favour a round diamond solitaire, a white metal setting or a traditional yellow-gold band. Current preferences can be more individual, including oval and emerald-cut diamonds, coloured gemstone centres, mixed metal tones and asymmetrical Toi et Moi compositions. Canadian diamonds from the Northwest Territories are internationally recognised, and responsibly sourced stones are a consideration that matters to many Canadians. Whether you select a traditional betrothal ring or a design shaped around personal taste, choosing the details intentionally gives the jewellery a connection to the occasion and the person who will wear it.