Taylor Swift’s Engagement Ring: A Rare Gem that Sparked a Media Frenzy and Celebrity Reactions

Taylor Swift’s engagement ring from Travis Kelce is making headlines, and for good reason.

Described as “rare” by Wove CEO Simone Kendle in an exclusive interview with Newsweek, the ring is not just a symbol of love but also a potential trendsetter in the world of engagement jewelry.

Kendle previously collaborated with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end to create a personalized “TNT” bracelet for Swift, a sweet nod to their initials—Taylor and Travis.

The engagement announcement on August 26 sent shockwaves through social media, with their joint statement garnering over 36 million likes on Instagram.

“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married,” they wrote, alongside a firecracker emoji, a clever reference to their “TNT” nickname.

The proposal came just two weeks after Swift announced her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, on Kelce’s podcast, New Heights, which he co-hosts with his brother, Jason Kelce.

Kendle shared insights about Swift’s striking engagement ring, suggesting that it could redefine engagement ring trends moving forward.

“Taylor’s engagement ring is striking because it feels steeped in history, rather than what we were seeing trending for 2025 engagement rings,” she explained.

“The center stone appears to be an old mine-cut diamond, a shape with a romantic, antique character. A modern shopper could capture a similar look with an elongated cushion cut.”

She estimates the diamond to be in the 7–8 carat range, valued between $800,000 and $1 million, depending on its color and clarity, as well as its newfound fame as Taylor’s ring.

Kendle noted that “pieces like this have the power to set trends, much like Audrey Hepburn once made yellow diamonds iconic,” adding that “Taylor could very well spark a renewed desire for old mine-cuts.”

The ring, set in warm yellow gold with a wide band, possesses a vintage charm that feels increasingly rare today.

“It doesn’t chase trends; it leans into heritage, which makes it quintessentially her,” Kendle remarked.

It’s important to clarify that Wove did not create Swift’s engagement ring; instead, it was crafted by Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry.

Kelce approached Wove, a Pennsylvania-based jewelry company, in early 2024 to design a custom piece for his then-girlfriend.

“Since this was for him, we were all hands on deck,” Kendle told People at the time.

“A lot of us are Swifties (especially since she’s from Pennsylvania), and the idea of having Taylor wearing one of our pieces was really exciting since we knew that it would bring major exposure to our brand.”

The engagement news has drawn reactions from various high-profile figures.

Former President Donald Trump expressed his well-wishes, stating, “I wish them a lot of luck. I think he’s a great player, he’s a great guy. I think that she’s a terrific person, so I wish them a lot of luck.”

Martha Stewart even offered her services for wedding planning on Instagram, saying, “It’s time to call in the ultimate wedding planner.”

Ellen DeGeneres shared her happiness for the couple, posting, “So happy for you both. Being married is the best.”

Chef Gordon Ramsay chimed in with a playful message, writing, “From one ring to the next… congrats @killatrav & @taylorswift! From your favourite Home Ec Teacher Gx.”

Randy Fenoli, star of Say Yes to the Dress, also expressed his excitement, saying, “@taylorswift & @killatrav So happy for you both and wishing you all the happiness in the world! I’m available to help if you need any help Saying YES to Your Dress!”

Brittany Mahomes, wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, shared her joy on Instagram, stating, “Two of the most genuine people meet and fall in love. Just so happy for these two.”

Charlie Puth added his congratulations on his Instagram Stories: “Congratulations Taylor & Travis! This is the best part of life. So happy for you both!!”

Jason Kelce acknowledged the engagement on the New Heights Instagram account, saying, “There is one gigantic piece of news that just hit the waves. We did record this podcast on Monday, which was Travis’ one day off, so he is not here to address this himself, but we felt necessary as a team here at New Heights to get together and send Travis and Taylor a giant congratulations for being engaged, yeah! The proposal heard round the world. F*** yeah!”

Travis and Jason Kelce’s father, Ed Kelce, shared details about the proposal, revealing that Travis had initially planned to wait to propose but decided to go ahead sooner than expected.

“He was going to put it off till this week. I think she was getting maybe a little antsy, but he was going to put her off till this week, to, you know, make some grand thing, to make it a big special event. I told him repeatedly, you know, you could do it on the side of the road, do it any place that makes it a special event… when you get down on one knee and ask her to marry you.”

The Kansas City Chiefs also celebrated the engagement on social media, writing, “Today is a fairytale. Congrats to Travis and Taylor—we’re excited to have you as a permanent member of the Chiefs Kingdom family!”

Looking ahead, the Chiefs’ regular season kicks off on Friday against the Los Angeles Chargers, while Swift’s highly anticipated album, The Life of a Showgirl, is set to release on October 3.

As the engagement continues to capture public attention, fans eagerly await what this new chapter holds for both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.