PARIS - Oval Lab Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Halo
Detail sits beneath the centre. Compare the side profile, basket height and space beside a wedding band.
View this designHalo lab-grown diamond engagement rings surround the principal diamond with a border of smaller stones, adding a luminous frame to its shape. Explore round, oval and other centres in platinum and gold, with fine or more pronounced halos. The width of the surround changes the complete ring's presence without increasing the centre diamond's carat weight.
Use the overall head dimensions alongside the centre’s measurements to assess the scale. Look at halo width, gaps and the shape of its border. The centre weight and combined stone weight describe different parts of the ring; check both where supplied.
Compare the selected diamonds by their dimensions, visible characteristics and laboratory information. Read centre and accent specifications separately, and ask to see the stone in suitable viewing conditions. Keep metal and mounting consistent when comparing complete-ring prices.
Check finger size, basket clearance and the options for a wedding-ring partner before ordering. Stone-set designs can have specific resizing constraints. Our team can help you compare the actual profiles and confirm the current ordering journey.
Detail sits beneath the centre. Compare the side profile, basket height and space beside a wedding band.
View this design
Detail sits beneath the centre. Compare the side profile, basket height and space beside a wedding band.
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These latest nominations build on previous industry recognition, including being shortlisted for Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year at the 2025 UK Jewellery Awards and Independent Retailer of the Year at the Professional Jeweller Awards 2025. We were also finalists for Retail Team of the Year at both the Retail Jeweller Awards and Professional Jeweller Awards in 2024, recognising the passion, expertise, and dedication of our team.
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A halo is a lovely way to give a lab-grown diamond engagement ring extra detail and presence. The smaller diamonds surrounding the centre broaden the overall face-up outline without changing the weight of the main stone. Some halos are delicate and close-fitting, while others create a more pronounced decorative border. We'd choose the surround to complement the centre's proportions rather than simply make the ring appear larger.
We'd compare the size and arrangement of the small halo diamonds, the gap between them and the centre, and the height of the whole setting. The impression can change considerably between a round, oval and cushion-shaped halo. The accent stones also need thoughtful care and occasional checks. If you're drawn to something less visible from above, our hidden-halo designs offer a subtler approach.
The underside of the halo is the detail we'd check when pairing this ring with a wedding band. Some designs sit high enough for a straight band to meet the shank, while lower settings leave a small space. We'd suggest viewing the exact two rings together, rather than assuming all halo settings behave alike. A shaped wedding band can be an attractive solution if you'd prefer a closer fit.
Our jewellery specialists would be delighted to help you compare designs at our London or Manchester showrooms, or in a virtual consultation.
