The Best Ways to Upgrade Your Diamond Engagement Ring

Your diamond engagement ring represents a significant milestone in your life. But as your relationship grows, your tastes and lifestyle might evolve too. Whether it’s your anniversary, a celebration of a life event, or simply the desire for a fresh look, upgrading your engagement ring can breathe new life into this precious symbol.

In short: The four most popular upgrades are increasing the centre-stone carat (most buyers move from 0.70-1.00ct to 1.50-2.00ct), switching from natural to lab-grown for budget headroom, adding a halo or hidden halo, and re-setting in platinum. A typical UK upgrade costs £900-£2,500 and takes 3-5 weeks. Bring the original ring to Hatton Garden for a trade-in valuation first.

Here are the best ways to upgrade your diamond engagement ring while keeping the sentimental value intact. If you're looking for inspiration, check out our stunning engagement rings collection.

Reasons to Upgrade Your Diamond Engagement Ring

Upgrading your engagement ring can be a deeply personal decision, and there are many reasons why people choose to enhance their rings over time. Perhaps your original ring was chosen with a more limited budget in mind, or your style has evolved.

You might also be celebrating a major life event like an anniversary or the birth of a child. Upgrading doesn’t take away from the love and meaning behind your original ring—it’s a way to celebrate your relationship's journey and create a new chapter of your love story.

No matter the reason, there are countless ways to give your ring an upgrade that will make it even more special than it already is.