Our Top Five Cocktail Rings

Our Top Five Cocktail Rings

The statement cocktail ring has been a favourite accessory for decades. The ultimate party piece, the perfect way to curate a stylish ring stack, and an elegant way to add a dazzling finish to your outfit, cocktail rings are timeless, and a trend that’s here to stay.

“I love styling my cocktail rings to add lots of luxury to my look, and I’ll choose tones which match my outfit and complement my other jewellery pieces. Cocktail rings are the perfect way to wear your diamonds or other precious gemstones every day, and when you add a pop of colour or bold centre stone, it creates a truly eye-catching finish which I love for special occasions.” - Debbie, Beaverbrooks Brand Ambassador.

Bejewelled and beautiful, we’re all about cocktail rings that go bold on colour, showcase precious gemstones, and are crafted in luxurious materials to adorn your finger. But we also love delicate styles that exude quiet luxury, and are perfect for layering with other jewels. So, whether you’re looking to enhance your ring stack or are searching for statement sparkle, we’ve curated our top five cocktail rings to take you from coffee to cocktails in effortless glamour (literally!).

What Is A Cocktail Ring?

Cocktail rings first became popular in the 1920s. This was a time when alcohol had been banned, but illegal cocktail parties became very popular. For women, it was a lavish statement to be drinking cocktails around this time and to show this off, they'd pair their cocktails with dramatic and sometimes colourful cocktail rings with a large stone in the centre. 

A prominent accessory for the art-deco era, the cocktail ring first flourished in the setting of dimly-lit bars and jazz music, alongside fringed dresses and dramatic headpieces. Now, cocktail rings are a staple accessory to wear all day, every day, but their timeless glamour will always be iconic.

Through the years, cocktail rings have been made in all shapes and sizes and these days, any statement ring can be classed as a cocktail ring. Choose from bold, large centre stones or more subtle statement rings with glistening pavé stones.

Our Top Five Cocktail Rings

Silver Cubic Zirconia Cluster Ring - £80

A central cushion-cut cubic zirconia stone takes centre stage upon this Silver Cubic Zirconia Cluster Ring, adorned with smaller stones in a cluster design. With a glittering cubic zirconia embellishment on the sterling silver band, this cocktail ring is the ultimate definition of glamour. Wear this ring solo, or as the centrepiece of a stunning ring stack with your other silver cocktail rings. We know that every cocktail dress needs this show-stopping ring.

“Styling cocktail rings like this, with a bold central stone and lots of sparkle, calls for delicate styles to complement it. Start your stack with this piece as a focal point on your main finger, and add other cocktail rings of smaller sizes alongside it, so this piece steals the show. Remember to keep your metals the same to avoid tarnishing, and ensure your cocktail rings in perfect, sparkling condition.” - Debbie, Beaverbrooks Brand Ambassador.

★★★★★

“I have just received this stunning ring today and already I'm in love, it is honestly the most beautiful ring I've ever seen. It is larger than the normal sized rings like those you usually get with similar styles and much more sparkly. I just cannot stop looking at it, OMG I'm blown away.” - Vicki, Beaverbrooks Customer

For more inspiration on creating a flawless jewellery stack, discover our Stacking Jewellery Guide.

Essence 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond Wave Ring - £895

The perfect gold cocktail ring, we love this Essence 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond Wave Ring from our exclusive Essence by Beaverbrooks diamond collection. Embellished with a row of breathtaking diamonds and crafted in 9ct yellow gold, it’s definitely a luxury addition to your cocktail ring stack, or just a stunning worn on its own. Designed with a subtle wave motif with two flowing bands, this cocktail ring is sculpted to represent the deep connections we share with our loved ones.

“I love bejewelled cocktail rings, and this piece has a brilliant sparkle for adding plenty of shine to your hand. It truly is a stand-out ring and I’d wear it with my other gold cocktail rings, with the diamonds adding a beautiful but eye-catching finishing touch.” - Debbie, Beaverbrooks Brand Ambassador.

9ct White Gold Diamond Pear Shaped Cluster Halo Ring - £1,450

Take on the cocktail ring trend with diamonds, with this 9ct White Gold Diamond Pear Shaped Cluster Halo Ring. Featuring a pear-shaped cluster design with a halo of round brilliant diamonds and diamond-set shoulders, this is the ultimate diamond cocktail ring to add fire and brilliance to your finger.

“Statement diamonds will never go out of style, so I love wearing a diamond cocktail ring for special occasions. With a cluster design and array of dazzling stones, this ring catches every light beautifully, it’s elegant and show-stopping.” - Debbie, Beaverbrooks Brand Ambassador.

★★★★★

“Absolutely beautiful ring, so sparkly!” - Samantha, Beaverbrooks Customer.

18ct White Gold Diamond Aquamarine Halo Ring - £2,250

If there’s a gemstone combination we’ll never get enough of, it’s aquamarines and diamonds. With the central aquamarine adding lustrous blue hues to this 18ct White Gold Diamond Aquamarine Halo Ring, this piece has a vintage elegance that reminds us of the iconic art-deco styles of the 1920s. Adorned with round brilliant diamonds in a halo design and on the diamond-set shoulders, we can’t take our eyes off the indulgent dazzle of this aquamarine cocktail ring.

★★★★★

“I’ve had this ring over 5 year and it still shines gorgeously. It’s a ring I get compliments on daily! I’d happily buy again and more of the range.” - Dani, Beaverbrooks Customer.

If you love coloured stone rings, discover our Our Favourite Gemstone Engagement Rings And Jewellery blog.

18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ring - £3,950

This 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ring showcases an enchanting pear-shaped emerald stone with a halo of stunning diamonds. An emerald cocktail ring that exudes timeless elegance and glamour, we love how the indulgent hues of the emerald and 18ct yellow gold create a truly radiant finish. It’s a perfect emerald ring for styling with your occasion wear or with other show-stopping emerald pieces.

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If you love sparkling jewellery for special occasions (and always) discover our Sparkling Party Jewellery edit. Or, if you’re looking for more advice and inspiration when it comes to diamond rings, discover our Diamond Buying Guide.

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