Engagement rings for men are a trend to know

Dating, weddings, and marriages look different than they did a decade ago. As our concepts of relationships evolve, the beauty and promise of engagement rings grow less gendered. Over the past few years, the best engagement rings for men have been gaining in popularity. Why not? They offer the perfect opportunity to show off shared devotion and individual personality. From Brooklyn Beckham with his diamond-encrusted ring to Ryan Reynolds with his eye-catching stack, many famous fellows have adopted this trend.

Depending on the men who wear them, rings connote rock and roll swagger (think Mick Jagger’s famed skull ring) or regal sophistication (King Charles III’s signet). An engagement offers the perfect excuse to add a special bauble to the collection.

The selection below provides something for everyone from the sleek traditionalist to the iced-out dandy. With a wide range of styles and prices, the pieces include creations by iconic jewellers like Tiffany & Co. as well as designs from emerging makers like Hatton Labs. All represent the highest quality. Whether in diamonds or sapphires, silver or gold, these rings broadcast commitment and character before even saying “I do.”

Diamonds Are Forever

Diamonds are, of course, the hardest material found in nature. Thousands of years before their scientific properties were catalogued, the stones captured the human imagination because of their lustrous allure. Those two qualities combined to create an obvious and enduring metaphor for love. These six engagement rings for men offer beauty and bling. The silver settings keep the stones looking understated and elegant.

tiffany diamond engagement ring men — Tiffany & Co. The Charles Tiffany Setting engagement ring in platinum set with a round diamond from 1.00-carats, price on request Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.

piaget possession engagement ring — Piaget Possession ring in white gold with diamonds, $5,250 Courtesy of Piaget

blue nile engagement ring — Blue Nile tension style engagement ring Courtesy of Blue Nile

hatton labs ring — Hatton Labs Classic Eternity ring in sterling silver with lab-grown gemstones, $150

david yurman engagement ring — David Yurman Streamline Three Row Band ring in sterling silver with diamonds Courtesy of David Yurman

bvlgari — Bvlgari Marryme ring in platinum with a diamond, $3,140 Courtesy of Bvlgari

A Golden Touch

From ancient crowns to modern timepieces, gold never goes out of style. Through shape and stones, these six rings offer a twist on the classic wedding band. Valuable and elegant, gold is an ideal choice for the traditional man looking to embrace a new tradition.

messika — Messika Move Joaillerie wedding ring in yellow gold with diamonds, €2,150 Courtesy of Messika

spinelli kilcollin — Spinelli Kilcollin Taurus stacked ring in yellow gold, $11,700 Courtesy of Spinelli Kilcollin

mejuri — Mejuri Curve band in 14K gold, US$548 Courtesy of Mejuri

david yurman — David Yurman Chevron band ring in yellow gold, US$3,500 Courtesy of David Yurman

gurhan — Gurhan hammered yellow gold signet ring Courtesy of Gurhan

burberry — Burberry Hollow ring Courtesy of Burberry

Modern Metals

For the gentleman attracted to minimalism, these masculine designs are the way to go. Made of white gold, steel, and silver, the rings signify good taste and an architectural sensibility.

buccellati engagement ring men — Buccellati Macri ring in burnished white gold with ruthenium, $4,600 Courtesy of Buccellati

tiffany true ring — Tiffany & Co. Tiffany True ring in platinum, $3,350 Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.

mejuri ring — Mejuri rectangular signet ring in black titanium, US$148 Courtesy of Mejuri

john hardy — John Hardy Love Knot ring in sterling silver, $714 Courtesy of John Hardy

john varvatos — John Varvatos artisan engraved band Courtesy of John Varvatos

Statement Rings

Life is short. Why not embrace colour? For the man who favours the bold, these six options lend a bit more personality to the hand. Dashes of sapphire, ruby, or lapis make these rings as unique as the love they represent.

lois sasson design — Lois Sasson Design cigar ring in rose gold with lapis lazuli, US$9,765 from Bergdorf Goodman Courtesy of Lois Sasson Design

bottega veneta ring — Bottega Veneta ring with malachite Courtesy of Bottega Veneta

dries van noten ring — Dries Van Noten signet ring with tiger eye Courtesy of Dries Van Noten

lagos ring — Lagos Anthem Two-Tone Octagon ring in 18K yellow gold and sterling silver, US$950 Courtesy of Lagos

rainbow k — Rainbow K ring in yellow gold with diamonds and emeralds Courtesy of Rainbow K

This article was originally published on Vogue.com.