The Best Engagement Rings for Small Hands

When buying an engagement ring, there are many aspects to consider, including whether you want a diamond or gemstone, the stone’s shape, style and setting. 

Every person has their preferred jewellery styles but particular types of engagement rings are better suited to certain hand sizes. You must ensure the ring you choose is stylish and comfortable for daily wear.

Diamond Heaven’s informative article covers the best engagement rings for small hands.

Oval-Cut Engagement Rings

An oval-cut engagement ring is an excellent choice for petite hands, as its elongated shape creates the illusion of a longer finger. 

Selecting the oval stone you want is down to personal preference. You must ensure the carat size of the oval diamond or gemstone has the correct proportions so the ring doesn’t sit too high up on your ring finger for practicality.

With an oval-cut engagement ring, you should consider the carat weight of the central stone. Larger carat weights can look twice as big on a smaller finger size, and this includes the height of the diamond of the finger which will be more prone to catching or knocking on objects during daily wear. If you wear a massive oval-cut engagement ring, it can look disproportionate on your finger and be encouraged to move side to side more rather than facing forward due to its weight. An engagement ring with a smaller oval centre stone can showcase the ring’s brilliance without being too overpowering, have a think about what type of jewellery your partner wears and consider what they would prefer which is visually beautiful but also practical.

We recommend looking at a variety of oval engagement rings with varying carat weights in our showroom to find one that suits your style and preferences.

Marquise-Cut Engagement Rings

Marquise-cut engagement rings are another good choice for people with petite hands, particularly if you want a ring that makes a statement.

The vintage appearance of a marquise cut, with its pointed ends puts all the focus on the ring’s centre stone. This engagement ring shape has come back in style since Selena Gomez got engaged to Benny Blanco with a marquise-cut engagement ring in December 2024. It means you get the appearance of a large central stone without spending more on the ring’s carat weight in other specific shapes.

If you own a collection of vintage-inspired jewellery, consider buying a marquise-cut engagement ring which will match perfectly with your attire.

Round-Cut Engagement Rings

Round-cut engagement rings are the quintessential choice for petite hands as they will never go out of fashion and are one of the most practical designs to choose. 

The symmetry of a round brilliant cut diamond allows each facet to disperse light from the stone, creating its signature intense sparkle and scintillation. When choosing a round diamond engagement ring, consider pairing it with a dainty band. This ensures a perfect balance of proportion between the ring’s band and the round-cut centre stone.

Solitaire Engagement Rings

Have you envisioned wearing a solitaire engagement ring? 

A solitaire engagement ring works well if you have small hands as all the focus is on the centre stone. While any shape works well with solitaire jewellery, we recommend choosing a fancy-cut or round brilliant-cut stone for your engagement ring. The minimalist look of a solitaire is an excellent engagement ring choice, particularly if you have smallish hands. 

Also, the classic appearance of a solitaire engagement ring means it can be passed down to generations of your family as a family heirloom.

Trilogy Engagement Rings

Do you want an engagement ring with plenty of fire and brilliance? 

Trilogy engagement rings allow you to have multiple diamonds and gemstones on the ring’s band. There are endless customisation options you can select from to create a ring that’s personal to you. Whether you want a diamond center or gemstone our skilled jewellers can work to make a one-of-a-kind piece you will treasure forever.

From diamonds and emeralds to a sapphire centre stone with diamonds on either side of the band, we can make your trilogy engagement ring dreams come true.

Make Your Engagement Dreams Come True With Diamond Heaven

For over two decades, Diamond Heaven has helped many couples get engaged with our diamond and gemstone engagement rings. 

When you shop with us, you will experience our high-quality customer service from our friendly diamond consultants. They are here at every step of your engagement ring-buying journey so you have a ring that’s right for you.

Discover your dream engagement ring by viewing our collection online or build your bespoke ring via our ring builder. Alternatively, if you prefer to buy your engagement ring in person, book an appointment at one of our showrooms today.