Anna Redman Opens Up About Her Engagement Ring: Cut, Carats, and the Story Behind the Sparkle

Anna Redman Celebrates Engagement Ring Chosen by Chris Bukowski

Anna Redman, a former contestant on the popular reality show The Bachelor, recently shared her delight about the engagement ring selected by her fiancé, Chris Bukowski. The couple, who announced their engagement earlier this month, has been gaining attention for their heartfelt romance.

Redman, 29, expressed her admiration for the ring, calling it “stunning” during an Instagram video posted on January 27. She noted that her fiancé, 39, chose the ring entirely on his own, stating, “We never went shopping for rings together,” which added a personal touch to the gesture.

“I trust him, and it just means so much more to me that he put so much time and effort into it,” Redman remarked, hinting that some may view her perspective with skepticism. She indicated that Bukowski picked out the vintage piece from his “heart.”

The ring, created by Andria Barboné Jewelry, features an old mine cut diamond, which Redman confirmed was her desired style. She fondly noted, “Personally, I think vintage is the best way to go,” emphasizing her belief in selecting what has already been crafted rather than opting for newly manufactured items.

Redman characterized the ring’s design as both “unique” and “beautiful.” She added a whimsical note, imagining a woman from two centuries past wearing the diamond and looking down on her today. The diamond weighs 3.33 carats and boasts VS2 clarity with chunkier facets, described by Redman as a cushion cut, which gives it a fun twist.

Accompanying the diamond is a 12-prong platinum setting on a gold band, perfectly sized thanks to Bukowski’s thoughtfulness. He commented on the post saying, “It really is you if you were a ring. That’s why I loved it the moment I laid eyes on it.”

The couple first made their relationship public through an Instagram post in March 2022, after being introduced by mutual friends Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt. Redman gained wider recognition during Matt James’ season of The Bachelor and season 7 of Bachelor in Paradise, while Bukowski first appeared in Emily Maynard’s season of The Bachelorette and later returned for Bachelor Pad.

Their engagement comes as the couple embraces their future together, marking a new chapter in their lives filled with excitement and anticipation.

Anna Redman’s engagement ring. Courtesy of Anna Redman/Instagram

Anna Redman and Chris Bukowski. Courtesy of Chris Bukowski/Instagram