Stunning Floating Halo: Is It Practical for You?

Defining a Floating Halo

A halo setting features a center stone surrounded by a “halo” of small accent stones. There are several benefits to this style. Primarily, the encircling diamonds can make the central diamond appear larger, enhancing its sparkle.

In a floating halo ring, the center diamond stands apart from the halo accent diamonds, positioned above the halo when viewed head-on.

Advantages of a Floating Halo

What makes a floating halo setting stand out, with its accent stones distinctly separate from the central diamond? First, it amplifies the focus on the center stone. Simultaneously, the accent stones help enhance the main diamond’s brilliance. This is especially evident in the floating halo’s tiered arrangement, providing extra shine from two different levels.

A floating halo setting adds more dimension to your ring, allowing additional light to illuminate your center diamond. One often overlooked advantage of this setting is that it generally leaves space for a wedding band to sit flush against the engagement ring.

Factors to Consider Before Choosing a Floating Halo

Before deciding on a floating halo setting, keep in mind that it will make your ring significantly high-set. This may not be suitable for all lifestyles and professions. If your job or hobbies involve extensive hand use, such a setting can snag on materials and might cause scratches.

If you’re a doctor, nurse, or athlete, you might want to explore our Engagement Rings for Doctors and Nurses, which include low-set designs suitable for high-impact situations. For a thorough comparison of setting heights, refer to our guide on high setting vs low setting engagement rings.

Cost of a Floating Halo

Interested in a floating halo? Good news: The floating element doesn’t inherently raise the cost. The price is influenced largely by the number of accent diamonds in the setting. Float halos and flush halos (the opposite style) can use just as many accent diamonds, so the price difference between the two is typically minimal.

Ready to start shopping? We’re here to assist. At Four Mine, our certified gemologists specialize in helping couples find the perfect ring. They can guide you through a diamond’s GIA certificate, detailing the carat weight and quality ratings, to help you make the most of your budget.