5 Engagement Ring Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2025
Michael Hill’s new flagship on Bourke Street, a location known for its luxury shopping experiences, isn’t just a store; it’s an experience crafted to celebrate individuality and timeless elegance. The flagship’s modern, luxurious ambience aligns perfectly with the fresh trends of 2025, which see couples choosing more personal, sustainable, and thoughtfully designed pieces. Here’s what’s shaping up to be the year’s biggest trends, all of which you can explore at this stunning new location.
1. Lab-Grown Diamonds for Sustainability & Style
Couples are increasingly turning toward laboratory-grown diamonds as an ethical and aesthetic choice. These diamonds, which are more affordably priced, allow for experimentation with unique, bold cuts, such as the oval, emerald, and pear shapes.
Sustainability is more than a trend; it’s a core value shift influencing purchasing decisions across the fine jewellery industry. Michael Hill’s SCS-007 Certified Sustainability Rated lab-grown diamonds, which give customers the confidence to make responsible choices without sacrificing beauty or quality. Brides are also exploring larger solitaires, with sizes over 1 carat becoming more popular, creating options for dramatic, personalised ring designs.
2. Cool White Metals is Making a Comeback
White metals are gaining popularity, with silver, white gold, and platinum settings making a solid return. These metals create a sleek, timeless look, complementing traditional and modern designs with classic sophistication.
Michael Hill’s Bourke Street flagship beautifully highlights these cool-toned metals, allowing brides to experience their effect with various stone shapes and styles. The enduring appeal of white metals underscores their versatility, making them a favourite for engagement rings that stand the test of time.
3. The Elongated Cushion Cut
After the emerald cut dominated in 2024, the ‘elongated cushion’ cut is taking centre stage in 2025. This cut offers a softer, rounded elegance while maintaining the elongation that flatters the finger. It’s perfect for brides seeking something unique but classic with a fresh yet enduring cut.
The flagship offers a stunning selection of elongated cushion cuts that add a modern twist to a traditional look, giving customers an exclusive opportunity to try this trend in person.
4. Bold Band Stacks for a Statement Look
While traditional engagement styles are still beloved, brides in 2025 are increasingly opting for bold, layered band stacks to personalise their look. Imagine a unique combination of diamond eternity bands, half-eternity bands, or even bands with 5, 7, or 10 stones, all stacked to create a bespoke effect.
The options are endless, from large marquise or emerald-shaped diamonds to petite, dainty bands. Pairing these with a classic solitaire engagement ring is a chic way to amplify and personalise your bridal jewellery style. Michael Hill’s flagship showcases a variety of band styles, allowing brides to build their unique stack.
5. Mixed Metals for Modern Flair
For a fresh twist, mixed-metal rings are making waves as a 2025 engagement trend. Brides are no longer limited to a single metal; they combine yellow, rose, and white gold for a modern, multidimensional look.
Mixing metals adds versatility, allowing for easy pairing with other jewellery pieces. Couples can explore different metal combinations at the Bourke Street flagship, experimenting with unique blends to create a distinctive ring. This trend is perfect for those who want their engagement ring to reflect a modern, unconventional style.
How to Choose Your Engagement Ring
Identify Your Style
Start by asking yourself how you’d describe your everyday aesthetic, as your engagement ring will be one of the few pieces you’ll wear daily, from classic to modern, ensuring that it complements your style is essential.
Consider Function and Durability
Consider how you’ll wear the piece—Does it need to be hard-wearing for active days, or is it more of a delicate statement piece?
Break Down Your Choices
Focus on the two key elements—stone and setting. Since most of your investment goes into the stone, it’s worth choosing something timeless that resonates with you, as settings can be changed over time if desired. Try on various styles to find what suits you best, and consider giving your partner guidance on your preferences. At Michael Hill’s flagship, the experienced staff can help couples explore these choices in person, making the decision-making process as enjoyable as it is memorable.
Experience 2025’s Trends at Michael Hill’s Bourke Street Flagship
Michael Hill’s Bourke Street flagship beautifully captures the brand’s new vision, embodying refined elegance with bespoke touches. Here, brides can discover these 2025 trends in a setting that celebrates tradition and modernity.
From the sleek white metal finishes to the timeless yet trendy elongated cushion cuts, each piece and design choice invites couples to explore and create an engagement ring that feels uniquely theirs. At the flagship, our experienced staff will guide you through the process of choosing and customising your ring, ensuring that every detail is tailored
