Grammy-award winning singer Miley Cyrus has officially announced her engagement to musician Maxx Morando, showcasing a stunning and distinctly modern diamond ring on the red carpet for Avatar: Fire & Ash.
A Surprise Proposal and a "Contemporary Cool" Ring
The Flowers singer revealed that Morando proposed during a recent trip to Asia, successfully catching her off guard. "I am not easy to surprise because I love to control every situation and I had completely surrendered and I'm telling you, I was so, so, so surprised," Cyrus said. The couple, who have been together for four years, made their first public appearance with the ring on Thursday 4 December 2025.
On Good Morning America, Cyrus held up her hand, praising her new fiancé by saying he "did good." Jewellery experts quickly identified the piece as a bespoke creation by designer Jacquie Aiche. The ring features a substantial cushion-cut diamond set on a thick 14k yellow gold band.
Industry valuations place the ring's worth in a broad range, with experts suggesting it could be valued anywhere between $70,000 and $450,000.
The Rise of the Chunky, Statement Engagement Ring
Cyrus's choice is part of a wider trend for bold, substantial engagement rings that put a cool-girl twist on classic styles. This look, favoured by celebrities like Dua Lipa—who recently got engaged with a 5mm thick 18k yellow gold band—emphasises impact over delicate tradition.
Brett Ashfar, founder of Hatton Garden jewellers Queensmith, confirms the trend's trickle-down effect. “Social media and celebrity influence are undoubtedly shaping expectations,” he says. “Bigger diamonds are now seen as the standard rather than the exception.”
A significant driver behind this shift is the increased accessibility of lab-grown diamonds. “Lab grown stones have become more accessible, they’ve reshaped the aesthetic benchmark for what an engagement ring ‘should’ look like,” Ashfar continues. “It’s now commonplace for our clients to be enquiring about 2ct, 3ct, even 4ct diamonds on a daily basis.”
Shop the Look: Chunky Ring Alternatives
Inspired by Miley's contemporary style? Here are three UK-accessible rings that capture a similar bold aesthetic without the celebrity price tag.
Ernest Jones 14 Carat Yellow Gold Eternity 1 Carat Diamond Ring: £4,250
This modern and chic design from the high-street leader features three rows of baguette and round diamonds totalling one carat, set on a substantial 14k yellow gold band for a perfectly chunky look.
H Samuel 9 Carat Yellow Gold Double Halo Ring: £1,099
A more affordable option, this ring offers striking sparkle with a 0.66 carat centre diamond surrounded by two halos, all set on a 9 carat yellow gold band.
Vera Wang 18 Carat Yellow Gold Princess Cut Halo Ring: £3,000
Oozing elegant opulence, this design from Ernest Jones features a central princess-cut stone encircled by 29 diamonds on an 18k yellow gold band, with a hidden sapphire adding a unique touch.
The revelation of Miley Cyrus's engagement ring underscores a definitive move in bridal jewellery towards personality-driven, substantial pieces. With lab-grown diamonds making larger stones more attainable, this trend for bold, chunky gold rings is set to remain firmly on fashion's finger.
