The cost of an engagement ring depends on factors like diamond size, quality, metal type and design. While the UK average is around £2,000, couples in London and the South East typically spend between £3,500 and £6,500.

There’s no right amount to spend, it’s about what feels right for you. Choosing how much to spend depends on your finances and priorities, and we’re here to help you compare options and create a ring that suits both your budget and personal style.

Our rings start from around £1,625 with a 0.50ct lab grown diamond. We also offer payment options and 0% APR finance on purchases over £1,000 to help you spread the cost, making it easier to choose a ring that matches your desired quality and design features while staying within your budget.

Choosing the right engagement ring depends on your partner’s preferences – whether you're designing the ring together or planning a surprise proposal. Consider their jewellery style, how practical the ring needs to be for everyday wear and whether they prefer a natural or lab grown diamond.

Think about the diamond shape, size and what matters most to you both, for example, rarity, sustainability or getting the largest stone for your budget. Our diamond search tool helps you filter by shape, cut, colour, clarity, carat and price, making it easy to compare options. Don't forget to consider ring metals too – platinum offers durability and a bright white finish, while yellow or rose gold create a softer, more vintage-inspired look.

Book a free consultation to explore engagement ring styles, understand diamond quality and create a ring that suits your preferences and budget. Every ring is made to order in our Hatton Garden workshop and backed by our lifetime warranty and aftercare services.

Need inspiration? Browse our Journal and Celebrity Engagement Rings for real-world styles, diamond guidance and design ideas before your appointment.

Yes, we offer both natural and lab grown diamond engagement rings across every style.

Around 70% of Queensmith couples now choose a lab grown diamond, often because they offer clearer traceability, a lower environmental impact and excellent quality – typically with high cut and clarity grades. Lab diamonds also offer exceptional value: they usually cost significantly less per carat than natural diamonds, meaning you can choose a larger or higher-quality stone for the same budget.

Lab diamonds are real diamonds, chemically and visually identical to natural diamonds, but created using advanced technology rather than mined from the earth. If sustainability is a priority, consider our Grown By Queensmith collection, featuring carbon‑neutral lab diamonds.

Natural diamonds remain a popular choice for their rarity, traditional appeal and long-held symbolism. Whatever your preference, our gemmologists will talk you through both options, helping you compare the visual qualities, sourcing and value of each.

If you're planning a surprise proposal, there are a few discreet ways to find your partner’s ring size. Start by checking any rings they already wear on their ring finger – ideally on the right hand, if they don’t wear anything on the left. You could also ask close friends or family who’ve bought them jewellery before, or enlist a recently engaged friend to subtly have them try on their ring.

Ordering online? Our printable ring size guide can help you measure a ring they already own. You can also speak to us during a free consultation – our experts regularly advise on ring size for surprise proposals.

If you have a clear photo of your partner’s hands, along with their height and clothing size, we can usually make an educated estimate that’s accurate to within one UK ring size. And if the size isn’t quite right, don’t worry – we offer free resizing within 60 days of collection or delivery.

Yes, designing your own bespoke engagement ring is what we specialise in. Whether you have a clear idea or need help shaping your vision, our team will guide you through each stage of the process, from selecting the diamond or gemstone and metal, to refining the setting details and approving the final design.

It all starts with a free design consultation, in-store or virtually. You’ll work one-on-one with a dedicated jewellery designer to explore ideas, discuss preferences and create a ring that reflects your style, values and budget.

Your finished design will be crafted in-house by our skilled team of goldsmiths and diamond setters in Hatton Garden, with quality checks at every stage to ensure a high standard of finish. The result is a custom-made ring designed around your exact specifications.