Miley Cyrus and her partner of four years, Maxx Morando, are reportedly engaged. The couple stepped out together on December 2 at the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere in Los Angeles, where Cyrus was spotted wearing a glittering diamond on her ring finger.
While the pair have kept details of the proposal firmly under wraps, the red carpet appearance served as their first public confirmation of the next chapter in their relationship.
Cyrus and Morando have been together since 2022, after meeting on a blind date. The singer’s engagement ring, which has since sparked widespread discussion among jewellers and fans alike, was custom-designed by Los Angeles-based designer Jacquie Aiche.
The chunky, cushion-cut diamond fuses classic bridal codes with a distinctly modern, rock-and-roll sensibility, a direction we have seen echoed across multiple celebrity engagements this year, including Dua Lipa’s own bold ring choice.
As personal style continues to move toward greater individuality and self-expression, it is little surprise that many are stepping away from the traditional solitaire in favour of designs that feel more eclectic, expressive and deeply personal.
“The ring features a stunning 4-carat cushion-cut stone set in an eye-catching east-west orientation, all anchored in a bold, thick 18k yellow gold setting that gives it a modern-yet-timeless feel,” says Alexandra Samit, founder and CEO of Alexandra Beth Fine Jewelry.
Blue Nile’s vice president of merchandising, Daniela Tarantino, told People that the ring could be valued as high as AU$685,000. She described the design as a “chunky gold east-west bezel-set ring,” noting that the bold, sculptural setting reflects one of the strongest trends currently shaping the bridal jewellery market.
Based on her assessment, Tarantino estimates the modified cushion-cut diamond to be approximately four to five carats, placing its value between AU$400,000 and AU$685000.
A slightly more conservative estimate comes from Reyne Hirsch, brand ambassador for Worthy and a former Antiques Roadshow appraiser. She places the ring’s retail value between AU$230,000 and AU$380,000. “It’s a stunning piece with a very modern, minimalist feel,” Hirsch told People.
“The four to five-carat cushion-cut diamond is bezel-set east to west, and depending on the stone’s colour and clarity, that valuation range feels appropriate.”
Miley Cyrus’s engagement ring was custom-designed by Los Angeles–based jewellery designer Jacquie Aiche, whose distinctive, bohemian-luxe aesthetic has long attracted celebrity clientele. One of the ring’s most striking features is its bold yellow-gold setting — a metal that continues to surge in popularity across modern bridal design.
“Miley Cyrus’ style has always been cutting edge, and her engagement ring is no exception,” says Jillian Sassone, founder of Marrow Fine.
“The band is bold, and it appears to be a bombe-style ring with an east-west diamond. Bombe rings are gold-forward with a rounded, dome-like silhouette — a modern interpretation of the classic solitaire.”
According to Sassone, the ring’s sculptural weight and secure setting speak directly to how contemporary brides are redefining engagement jewellery. “We’re seeing more clients gravitate toward chunkier designs with settings that feel substantial enough for everyday wear,” she explains. “It’s edgy, statement-making and perfectly aligned with Miley’s aesthetic.”
