Side Stone Engagement Rings

What are side stone engagement rings?

Side stone engagement rings feature a central diamond, surrounded by additional stones positioned along the band or beside the centre setting. These extra stones help enhance the overall design, adding detail while allowing the centre diamond to remain the focal point of the ring.

Available in a variety of styles, side stone engagement rings offer an alternative to traditional solitaire designs.

"One of the things customers often notice when trying on side stone engagement rings is how balanced the ring feels visually on the hand. The additional stones help distribute detail across the setting, creating a design that feels more substantial without relying solely on a larger centre diamond."

– Suzie Sorrell, Senior Designer at Diamonds Factory

The role of side stones

The side stones within an engagement ring can influence the overall appearance of the design in different ways. Some settings use small accent diamonds to subtly frame the centre stone, while others incorporate larger or more prominent stones to create additional detail across the ring.

Because of this flexibility, diamond engagement rings with side stones are available in a wide range of styles. Whether you prefer understated detailing or a more intricate design, side stones can help enhance the centre diamond without overwhelming it.

Engagement rings with gemstone side stones

While diamonds are a popular choice, some engagement rings with gemstone side stones incorporate sapphires, rubies or emeralds to introduce colour into the design. These gemstones can provide contrast against the centre diamond and create a distinctive alternative to all-diamond shapes and settings.

The combination of diamonds and coloured gemstones offers another way to personalise the look of a side stone engagement ring while maintaining the balanced appearance this setting style is known for.

Explore side stone engagement ring designs

From subtle diamond accents to more detailed settings, our collection of side stone engagement rings offers a variety of styles to explore. Whether you're considering a diamond engagement ring with side stones or a design featuring coloured gemstones, you'll find options that enhance the centre stone while adding extra detail to the setting.

If you'd like help comparing designs, contact us or book an appointment at one of our stores to discuss our side stone engagement rings with one of our jewellery specialists.