"This trend started with two stones and now we are seeing an increase in the number of stones per ring going from three to even 10," Grace Lee says, while designer Susie Saltzman points out the bang-for-your-buck quality: "The beauty of the three stone ring is that you get a lot of diamond coverage across the finger and a lot of carat weight at a more affordable price point." Many jewellers also confirm their clients play with differently shaped or coloured side stones to portray their personality, often opting for a toi et moi setting, which involves two stones that similarly tell a story about partnership. "There also is the obvious story behind a three stone ring — past, present, and future — which can be carried forward to mean more (you, me, us or you, me, baby)," Saltzman points out.
Sarah & Sebastian Gwen Engagement Ring (£6,864)