Global: Hidden halo settings have become one of the most sought-after choices in modern engagement rings, and jewellery design software is evolving to support this growing demand. RhinoArtisan, a leading provider of 3D jewellery design solutions, has introduced a dedicated Hidden Halo feature as part of its latest 7.0 software update, giving custom jewellers greater control over complex ring designs while streamlining the overall design workflow.
In a traditional halo engagement ring, accent diamonds are arranged around the centre stone on the top surface, creating a larger visual appearance. A hidden halo follows a more subtle approach, placing a row of smaller gemstones beneath the centre stone along the basket or gallery rail.
From the top view, the ring maintains the clean appearance of a classic solitaire. However, when viewed from the side, the hidden row of diamonds creates additional brilliance and detail, allowing the setting to reveal a distinctive sparkle from multiple angles.
Although this design style has gained popularity among customers seeking understated yet detailed jewellery, creating hidden halo structures manually in CAD software can be time-consuming. The process becomes even more challenging when customers request changes to gemstone shapes, proportions or setting styles during the custom design process.
RhinoArtisan’s new Hidden Halo feature addresses this challenge by making the entire setting fully parametric and editable. Designers can modify gemstone placement, adjust accent stone sizes, and refine prong positions and proportions without rebuilding the design from the beginning.
One of the key advantages of the feature is its ability to automatically adapt when the centre stone changes. If a customer switches from a round diamond to an oval, cushion, pear or emerald-cut stone, the software recalculates the hidden halo structure to match the updated stone profile.
This reduces repetitive CAD work and allows designers to explore multiple variations quickly while maintaining design accuracy.
For bench jewellers and CAD professionals, this flexibility creates a more efficient customisation workflow. Designers can make real-time changes during customer consultations, present multiple design options faster and move smoothly from digital modelling to downstream processes such as 3D printing and casting.
The launch of the Hidden Halo tool reflects a wider shift within the jewellery industry towards faster, more interactive and highly customised design experiences. As consumers increasingly seek personalised jewellery, software solutions that combine creative flexibility with manufacturing accuracy are becoming essential tools for modern jewellery businesses.
With RhinoArtisan 7.0, hidden halo design moves from a complex manual modelling process to a more streamlined, intelligent and production-ready workflow.
