Single Halo vs Double Halo
A single halo places one continuous ring of micro-pavé diamonds around the centre stone. This is the classic halo design — it increases the apparent size of the centre stone by approximately 25–30% without adding significant weight or bulk to the band. Our Aurora Halo uses a single halo to frame its oval CVD diamond in 18k white gold or platinum.
A double halo, as seen in our Éclat Double Halo, uses two concentric rings of pavé diamonds. This creates a dramatically more opulent effect, maximising total light output and making even a 0.5ct centre stone appear equivalent to a 1.5ct+ solitaire. The pear-shaped CVD centre in the Éclat creates a distinctive teardrop silhouette that elongates the finger.
Best Centre Stones for Halo Settings
Oval, round brilliant, pear, and cushion cuts all suit halo settings beautifully. The halo softens the visual outline of any shape, making oval cuts appear rounder and pear shapes appear more dramatic. Avoid princess or emerald cuts in standard halos — their geometric lines work better in bezel or tension settings.
We recommend G–H colour or better for halo settings, as the surrounding white diamonds will contrast against any warmth in a lower-colour centre stone. VS2 clarity is ideal — any inclusions will be even harder to spot beneath the surrounding sparkle.