Three-stone and two-stone engagement rings are among the most meaningful designs you can choose, and lab-grown diamonds make multi-stone rings far more accessible. Here's what they symbolize and how to design one that looks perfectly balanced.
What does a three-stone ring mean?
A three-stone ring is often said to represent your past, present and future together. Practically, it's also a beautiful way to add width, sparkle and presence to a ring: the side stones frame the center diamond and make it look even more impressive.
What is a toi et moi ring?
Toi et moi is French for "you and me." These rings feature two stones side by side, one for each partner. They're often two different shapes, such as a pear with an emerald, or a heart with a pear, which gives every toi et moi ring a personal, one-of-a-kind character.
Popular side stone pairings
- Pear side stones curve around round, oval and pear center diamonds for a soft, flowing look.
- Tapered baguettes are long, slim step cuts that suit emerald, asscher and oval diamonds with clean, elegant lines.
- Trapezoids continue the lines of an emerald or radiant center for a bold, Art Deco feel.
- Trillions (triangles) add sharp sparkle beside round and radiant diamonds.
- Matching shapes, such as three princess or three round diamonds, create a classic, symmetrical trio.
Getting the proportions right
The most beautiful three-stone rings have side stones that are clearly smaller than the center diamond, usually around half to two-thirds of its width, and set close together so the three stones read as one design. A gap between the stones can make the ring look disconnected. At LUXEIGA, our designs automatically place the side stones snugly against your center diamond, whatever shape and carat you choose.
Does it change the budget?
Side stones add to the total diamond weight and the craftsmanship involved. Because lab-grown diamonds cost far less than mined diamonds, many couples find a three-stone ring is within reach where it might not have been otherwise. Learn more in our comparison of lab-grown and mined diamonds.
Three-stone styles to explore
- Oval & Pear Side-Stone: romantic and elongating.
- Emerald & Trapezoid Three-Stone: architectural and timeless.
- Oval & Tapered Baguette: modern and refined.
- Princess Trio: crisp, symmetrical sparkle.
- Pear & Emerald Toi et Moi: two shapes, one story.
Explore all 28 of our two-stone and three-stone designs in the LUXEIGA ring builder, where you can choose any center diamond and see the finished ring in 3D. Or book a free video consultation to see three-stone settings on camera.