Get the Look: Amal Clooney's Engagement Ring

The centerpiece of Amal Clooney’s engagement ring is a breathtaking 7-plus carat emerald cut diamond. Known for its elongated shape and stepped facets, the emerald-cut diamond offers a unique and regal look. The center stone is carefully secured with four prongs, allowing light to cascade through the facets, maximizing its brilliance.

Flanking the emerald-cut diamond are two tapered baguette cut diamonds. These side stones enhance the center stone, providing balance and symmetry to the overall design. Their sleek and elongated shape beautifully complements the emerald-cut diamond, resulting in a harmonious and visually striking composition. The choice of a platinum band ensures durability and enhances the brilliance of the diamonds with its sleek and lustrous aesthetic.

Amal Clooney's engagement ring was crafted by the distinguished British jeweler, George Cleverley. Known for his exceptional skill and attention to detail, George Cleverley is highly regarded for creating extraordinary pieces that exude timeless elegance, something that was certainly achieved with Clooney’s ring.

The three-stone setting, also known as a trilogy or trinity setting, is a classic and meaningful choice for engagement rings. Each stone in the setting represents a significant aspect of a couple's journey together: the past, the present, and the future. The central stone symbolizes the present, celebrating the commitment and love shared in the present moment. The side stones represent the past and future, honoring the memories and the dreams that the couple will create together.

Not only does the three-stone setting hold deep sentimental value, but it also offers a versatile and visually appealing aesthetic. The contrasting sizes and shapes of the stones create a captivating display of light and sparkle, making the ring an eye-catching statement piece. But keep in mind that to create a cohesive look, it’s important to match the color of the main diamond and side stones as closely as possible.

Choosing Your Stone

When considering an emerald cut diamond for your engagement ring, there are several key characteristics to remember to ensure you select a stone of exceptional quality and beauty. The cut and clarity play a crucial part in the diamond’s appearance. A well-proportioned cut maximizes brilliance and minimizes any visible imperfections. Symmetrical facets with clean, straight lines create the coveted hall-of-mirrors effect, but also make it easier to see inclusions. So a higher clarity grade can help ensure imperfections are not visible to the naked eye.

The elongated shape and large table of the emerald cut diamond create an elegant and timeless look, but also emphasize any color within the stone. Look for a color grade of at least an F for a stone that appears bright white, and if you prefer a warmer, slightly tinted diamond, look for a stone in the I-J range. And lastly, the length-to-width ratio of the diamond dictates the overall shape. A ratio between 1.3-1.5 creates a classic elongated shape we’re most familiar with, but you may opt for a more rectangular or more square shape based on your preferences.

Get the Look with Ken & Dana Design

The classic, stunning design of Amal Clooney’s engagement ring is embodied in our Lucille. A gorgeous 3 carat emerald cut diamond is secured by double prongs and flanked by perfectly matched, tapered baguettes. The smooth and polished platinum band is shaped into flowing edges that give the design the feel of movement and flow between all of the stones.

An emerald cut diamond is a perfect centerpiece for any shape of side stones. In Rebecca, we sourced stunning emerald cut diamonds for each diamond in the three-stone setting. A 3 carat emerald cut diamond is flanked by two equally beautiful emerald cut side diamonds of 0.50 total carat weight, all set in shining platinum for a classic and refined look.

If single side stones aren’t your preference, you can still achieve the balance and composition of a three-stone ring with multiple side stones. For Allison, we chose a cluster of 3 round brilliant cut diamonds to flank either side of a lovely 1.51 carat emerald cut diamond. It’s a stunning vintage-inspired look with added sparkle from the side stones.

And Greer is another style that achieves the spirit of a three-stone setting with some lovely vintage design elements. An exquisite emerald cut diamond is secured by a split shank band that features delicate milgrain and tiny round diamonds precision-set for subtle sparkle and shine.

Amal Clooney's engagement ring is the epitome of elegance, symbolizing the beauty of commitment and love. The timeless three-stone setting and the exquisite craftsmanship showcased in her ring can inspire your own creation to reflect your unique journey of love in a sophisticated and charming style.