Thick shank engagement rings are perfect for those who prefer bold, beautiful styles that make a statement. Featuring wide, often chunky bands and settings that emphasise the larger size, these rings are sure to turn heads. From simpler variations such as classic solitaires to intricate designs that work well with larger bands, these engagement rings can take a regular design and turn it into something spectacular. If you prefer rings that stand out for all the right reasons, thick shank engagement rings are well worth considering.
In this guide, we’ll share some examples of wide band rings to give you some inspiration for your custom ring design. Whether you’re thinking about something truly unique or something that brings in timeless elements, these ideas have something for everyone.
Bold & Beautiful Wide Band Engagement Rings
Here are just a few examples of wide band styles to consider for your engagement ring.
Gold Princess Solitaire
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One of the many great things about solitaire designs is that they work in just about every type of ring – minimal, bold, and everything in between. In chunky rings, they help to add balance to the design. This ring features a classic princess-cut diamond set in a yellow gold band. The combination of yellow gold and white diamonds will always look good. This design would work well in cool-tone metals, too. It would work well in rose gold with a white or coloured diamond or even a stone such as morganite for added warmth.
Channel-Set Pave
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Channel-set rings feature a series of tiny diamonds – usually baguettes – set between two strands of the band. In this ring, the strands of the band are set with pave diamonds. In the centre, a larger diamond is placed. The balance of diamond sizes and cuts adds plenty of sparkle and detail. To make this ring even bolder, you could look at using coloured diamonds or gems to replace the pave, centre stone, or baguettes.
Rose Hidden Halo
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Hidden halo designs remain a popular choice and a great way to add a hint of detail and extra sparkle. In this design, a round centre diamond sits on a chunky rose gold band, with a fine layer of diamonds placed along the base of the setting. This engagement ring would work well in any metal and stones, giving you more variation to add extra impact.
Gold Vintage-Inspired
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Vintage-inspired rings feature details such as milgrain, which can add more impact to your ring. In this design, milgrain is used below the top and bottom rows of pave diamonds that are placed along the chunky band. A round solitaire diamond adds the perfect balance, preventing the ring from being too overpowering. This ring is ideal for layering if your wedding ring is a simple band with pave stones.
Layered Halo Pave
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This ring takes bold design to a whole new level. Three halos surround an emerald-cut diamond, with a triple split band that consists of two pave bands and a channel band with round diamonds running through the centre.
Marquise Rose Solitaire
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For another take on solitaire styles, this design features a marquise diamond set on a chunky rose gold band. Marquise stones are flattering and classic. This ring looks stunning in rose gold and a white diamond. It would work well in any other metal and stone. You could also add more detail with pave diamonds along the band.
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