How wide is a thick band engagement ring?

Our thick band is 3mm wide, the widest of the four widths we make, which run 1.8mm, 2mm, 2.5mm and 3mm in 14k gold, 18k gold and platinum. If you want a band with presence that still lets the stone lead, 2.5mm sits between it and our standard 2mm. Our band width guide shows all four side by side.

Is a 3mm band too thick for an engagement ring?

No, it suits a ring where the band is part of the design. It balances a centre stone of 2 carats or more and sits well on longer or wider fingers, while on shorter fingers it can crowd the hand, and 2.5mm is the gentler choice there. Our 2.5mm vs 3mm guide compares the two on the hand.

Does a thick band make the diamond look smaller?

It can with a smaller stone, because the eye reads the stone against the metal beside it. As a guide, the centre stone should be about two and a half times the band width to lead, which over a 3mm band means about 8mm of stone, or 2 carats and up in a round.

Is a thick band more expensive?

Yes. Each step wider uses more metal, so every ring in this collection costs the most at 3mm, and the price on each card is its starting setting price at that width.

Do I need a different ring size for a wide band?

Often a little larger. A wide band covers more of the finger, so it fits more snugly at the same measured size, and many people go up a quarter to half a size moving from 2mm to 3mm. Measure with our ring size chart and tell us you have chosen 3mm when you confirm your size.

What wedding band goes with a thick engagement ring?

A band of the same width, since two rings within about 0.3mm of each other stack most cleanly, so a 3mm engagement ring pairs with a 3mm wedding band. Two 3mm bands make 6mm of metal across the finger, which suits a longer finger. We make custom wedding bands shaped to sit flush against your engagement ring.

Can I have a pavé band on a thick band?

Not in the builder. Our pavé band is cut for the 2mm band, which is why our pavé settings are not in this collection. If you want small diamonds on a wider band, ask us about a custom design.

Do the photos show the 3mm band?

Not always. Each design is photographed on one band width, so the band in a photo can look slimmer than the ring you order. Open a ring and it starts at 3mm with its 3mm price, and the band width comparison above shows how 3mm looks beside the other widths.

How do I order a thick band engagement ring?

Open any ring above and it starts on the 3mm band. Choose your metal and your centre stone, lab-grown diamond or moissanite, and you can still switch to 2.5mm, 2mm or 1.8mm at any point before you order.

Where can I buy thick band engagement rings in Australia?

With us, every ring here is made to order and delivered free, insured and express anywhere in Australia, with prices shown in Australian dollars. Your ring is made in 4 to 6 weeks from design approval and comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.

Thick Band & Chunky Engagement Rings Australia

Round diamond engagement ring in yellow gold resting inside a white calla lily

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Hailey

4 claw round solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Kendall

Round bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

Monet

Round solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Willow

Round solitaire with wrap-around hidden halo

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$1,512 USD

“The ring turned out absolutely beautiful, even better than I imagined.”

Alejandro

Isabella

Oval solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Katy

Oval east-west solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Blake

Oval bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

Angelina

Oval solitaire with wrap-around hidden halo

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$1,512 USD

Sophia

Oval solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Celine

Emerald solitaire

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$1,262 USD

“She helped us create an engagement ring we will cherish forever.”

Jonathon

Edyn

Emerald east-west solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Karlie

Emerald bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

18K yellow gold Ivy emerald lab-grown diamond or moissanite engagement ring in a 4-prong basket high setting, front view, by Lily Dia Jewellery

Ivy

Emerald solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Gracie

Radiant solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Billie

Radiant east-west solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Zarah

Radiant solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Zendaya

Radiant bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

Miley

Pear solitaire with wrap-around hidden halo

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$1,512 USD

Millie

Pear bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

Rhay

Pear solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Adele

Elongated cushion solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Mara

Cushion solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Ahri

Cushion solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Margot

Marquise solitaire

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$1,262 USD

Gigi

Marquise bezel set solitaire

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$1,512 USD

Taylor

Marquise solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

18K yellow gold Ana princess lab-grown diamond or moissanite engagement ring in a 4-prong basket high setting, front view, by Lily Dia Jewellery

Ana

Princess solitaire with hidden halo

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$1,477 USD

Skye

Princess solitaire

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$1,262 USD

How wide is a 3mm band?

3mm is the widest band we make, half as wide again as our standard 2mm, and at that width the band stops framing the stone and becomes part of the look. It carries the most metal of any width, holds its shape through decades of daily wear, and balances a centre stone of 2 carats or more.

Compare every band width 2.5mm vs 3mm band

Engagement ring band width comparison from 1.1mm to 3mm by Lily Dia Jewellery

Certified stones

LILY DIA uses the highest quality certified stones from only trusted providers. We hand check every stone to make sure it meets our standards.

Our approach

We have a very hands-on bespoke process. You'll work with Brie to design and craft your dream ring. We make sure that this experience feels very special and tailored to you.

Consultation

Start from one of our designs, bring us one you found elsewhere, or design something new with us.We do it by video call or email, whichever suits you.You work with Brie directly from the first conversation.

Unlimited revisions

We change the design as many times as it takes for you to love it.Then we render it in CAD so you can see your exact ring before it is made.Revisions stay unlimited at that stage too.

Made by hand

Our master jewellers, setters and polishers build your ring by hand, with quality checks at every step.Every stone comes from a certified premium supplier and is hand checked before it is set.Because we are a boutique studio, you will not find this quality at our prices anywhere in Australia.

Insured, fast shipping

Your ring ships fully insured and tracked.It arrives boxed and presented, ready for the moment you have planned.We keep you updated from the first consultation all the way through to the end.

Create your custom ring

We design and craft your dream ring specifically for you. You'll work with Brie to pick your stone, design your setting, and any other details that really make it your own. We can't wait to make your special moment come true.

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What couples say

“My boyfriend and I had the best experience at Lily Dia designing my dream engagement ring… My ring is gorgeous, I am blown away.”

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“She took time to talk through the options with no pressure at all, and communication was excellent throughout the whole process! A 10/10, would recommend.”

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AlexGoogle review

“You accompanied me throughout the entire process and were my partners in making my engagement ring come to life… The ring turned out absolutely beautiful, even better than I imagined.”

AlejandroGoogle review

“Thanks for having so many phone calls to get it right, but you did and it was a great experience… their attention to detail is great and the quality of the ring was so high.”

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