Miley Cyrus's Engagement Ring: A Chunky Cushion Cut Statement

Is Miley Cyrus engaged? That’s the question everyone’s asking since the singer stepped onto the red carpet at the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere on 1 December. Miley arrived hand-in-hand with long-term partner Maxx Morando, wearing a bold yellow gold diamond ring on her left hand and that finger. While there’s no official confirmation from the couple (yet), the timing, styling and diamond ring placement suggest this is more than just a fashion choice.

Here’s what we know so far about Miley Cyrus’s engagement ring in 2025, from design details to diamond value, and how it's the perfect reflection of the style shifts we’re seeing in modern engagement ring design.

Fans first spotted the ring in photos shared from Miley’s 33rd birthday celebrations in November, but it was her December red carpet appearance that truly launched speculation. As she posed with Maxx for photographers, her hand placement, styling and choice of jewellery all suggested this was a carefully curated reveal – not just another accessory.

Miley’s ring appears to feature a 3.5 carat elongated cushion cut diamond, set east-to-west on a chunky yellow gold band. The rubover setting (also known as bezel) wraps metal securely around the stone for a clean, modern finish. It gives the ring weight and presence, while remaining minimalist and understated – bold without being flashy. Rubover settings also demand precision: the gold must be shaped perfectly around the diamond to secure it without dulling its brilliance.

The diamond appears to be around 3.5 carats, which would typically be valued at £8,000 if a lab grown diamond, or closer to £80,000 if a natural diamond, if we're looking at top quality grades, like VVS clarity and D-F colour.

The setting alone would cost approximately £1,500, significantly more than a standard solitaire due to the gold content and expert craftsmanship required. It’s also worth noting that celebrity jewellers often price with brand premiums, so Miley’s ring could easily have cost over £100,000.

To recreate a similar design with an independent jeweller like Queensmith would cost significantly less. We’d estimate around £82,500 for a natural diamond version, or closer to £10,500 with a lab grown diamond, including the setting.

At the premiere, Miley wore a full suite of platinum diamond jewellery, which made the yellow gold ring on her engagement finger stand out dramatically. This contrast is key; celebrities are often styled in jewellery from specific brands on the red carpet, and the only exception is usually an engagement ring, as it’s considered a personal piece.

Combined with the ring’s placement, prominence and understated elegance, the styling strongly suggests this is a newly revealed engagement ring.

Miley’s previous engagement ring from Australian actor Liam Hemsworth, gifted back in 2012, was a 3.5 carat antique cushion cut diamond set in an 18k yellow gold band intricately carved with diamond floral motifs – a delicate, vintage-inspired Neil Lane design that oozed red carpet romance. The ring’s centre stone dated back to the late 19th century and was finished in an art nouveau style, handcrafted with ornate detail and Hollywood charm.

Her 2025 ring, by contrast, feels modern, minimal and more intentional. There’s no decorative metalwork or embellishment here. Just clean lines and a softly elongated diamond that sits low and secure. It’s a shift that reflects far more than just a change in aesthetic, it marks a natural progression in Miley’s story. Where her first ring embodied youthful romance, her latest feels like a statement of confidence and clarity, feeling deeply personal and entirely her own.

Miley’s ring doesn’t just represent a personal milestone, it captures where engagement ring design is heading for 2026. With its chunky yellow gold setting, elongated cushion cut diamond and east-to-west orientation, the style feels bold yet refined and refreshingly wearable.

As detailed in our latest Engagement Ring Trends Report, we’re seeing growing interest in yellow gold, east-to-west settings and rubover designs, offering a clean, architectural look while being durable and low-maintenance. Miley’s ring channels this ‘quiet luxury’ energy, a look also embraced by stars like Zendaya and Dua Lipa, whose recent engagement rings also lean into bold silhouettes and understated elegance.

Miley Cyrus’s ring is a perfect example of how engagement rings are becoming more personal, more practical and more powerful in their simplicity.

Whether you're drawn to bold yellow gold, sculptural settings or timeless diamonds, we can help you create an engagement ring that’s just as personal, wearable and made to last as Miley's.

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