Adorning a Star: Aesha Scott’s Bespoke Engagement Ring & On Designing Her Wedding Band with LKC

A deep dive into the bespoke engagement ring worn by Aesha Scott, her exclusive feature with Bravo, and her next chapter; co-designing her wedding band with Layla Kaisi Collection.

 

When Aesha Scott, one of Bravo’s most beloved personalities and the radiant heart of Below Deck Down Under, said yes, the moment was anchored by a ring that transcended tradition. Designed in secrecy, the piece was crafted through an intimate co-authorship between her fiancé Scott Dobson and Layla Kaisi, as Scott and Aesha mark the next chapter in their story.

Aesha’s engagement ring was recently featured exclusively in Bravo, spotlighting both the design story and Aesha’s personal connection to the piece. Now, as Aesha begins designing her wedding band with Layla Kaisi Collection, the journey evolves; from engagement to ceremony, from promise to permanence.

 

A Bespoke Engagement Ring Designed in Secret

To honour the depth, spontaneity, and emotional intelligence that defines their relationship, Scott Dobson began working discreetly with Layla Kaisi Collection months before proposing. His vision: to create a ring that embodied Aesha’s essence; luminous, playful, grounded, and emotionally rich, while honouring the story of her life and family.

Rather than replicate convention, the design sought meaning.

The result is a sublime, sculptural composition anchored by a round brilliant-cut diamond centrestone, secured by six pointed claws and encircled by seven carefully selected accent diamonds. Each accent stone represents a member of Aesha’s family; an intimate constellation of memory, love, and lineage. 

Among them sits a champagne diamond, honouring Aesha’s brother, who passed away when she was just twenty. Subtle yet powerful, it forms the emotional axis of the ring; a private symbol of remembrance, resilience, and continuity.

At its heart, the central diamond represents Aesha herself; shaped by family, strengthened through loss, and surrounded by love. The 18-carat yellow gold band, chosen for its warmth and permanence, symbolises Scott’s role within that narrative: a grounding presence, a steady force, a lifelong companion.

Hidden within the band lies an additional secret; a small diamond set discreetly on the inside, visible only to the wearer. A tribute to Scott’s birthstone and Aesha’s love language of physical connection, it becomes a constant tactile reminder of intimacy, reassurance, and emotional closeness.

 

In Conversation with Bravo

Recently, Aesha Scott sat down with Bravo to share why the engagement ring from her fiancé, Scott Dobson, holds such deep significance as they prepare to marry in March this year. Aesha reflected on receiving the ring, saying, “Aren’t I the luckiest girl alive?! I've been a fan of her [LKC] rings for a while, and it's a bonus that she's a Kiwi designer.”

The conversation also highlighted the ring’s design, craftsmanship, and emotional symbolism, offering an intimate look at how the bespoke piece celebrates their connection.

For Layla Kaisi Collection, Aesha’s reflections highlighted that bespoke jewellery is about far more than status or celebrity. It is a medium for personal narrative, where every curve, precious stone, and setting carries intimate significance. LKC’s work transforms stories, memories, and emotions into sculptural, wearable art, demonstrating that true luxury lies in pieces that are profoundly meaningful to the wearer.

Layla Kaisi Collection: Designing Beyond Tradition

Founded by Iraqi-New Zealander Layla Kaisi, LKC has become synonymous with poetic, story-led high jewellery, where craftsmanship, emotion, and symbolism converge.

Layla has built a global clientele across entertainment, media, and cultural leadership. Her designs have graced icons such as Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, Cardi B, and Christina Aguilera; yet her ethos remains unchanged: jewellery must convey meaning, not merely beauty.

Within LKC’s world, engagement and marriage are not outdated traditions. They are contemporary rituals, sacred moments worthy of intentional design.

Every curve, claw, and contour is considered. Every stone is selected for emotional resonance. Every piece is a physical manifestation of narrative.

Aesha’s engagement ring stands as a pure expression of this philosophy.

 

From Muse to Co‑Creator: Designing Aesha’s Wedding Band

As their journey continues, Aesha recently visited the LKC Studio in Auckland to begin co-designing her bespoke wedding band. The consultation was an intimate exploration of vision, narrative, and craftsmanship, where Aesha’s personal style, memories, and values were thoughtfully considered. Guided by Layla, she is translating the core of her relationship with Scott into a sculptural piece of jewellery that will not only complement her engagement ring but also stand as a timeless emblem of love, narrative, and artistry.

 

Aesha & LKC: An Enduring Creative Relationship

This engagement marks another milestone in Aesha Scott’s evolving relationship with Layla Kaisi Collection.

Previously, she debuted LKC’s diamond signet ring Revival, custom cut into the letter ‘A’. She later graced Bravocon wearing a shimmering diamond manicure, and stunned at the 2023 New Zealand Television Awards in LKC’s OUTRÉ Cascade diamond earrings.

Each appearance reflects an authentic creative alignment, revealing a natural affinity for LKC’s designs and the seamless harmony between her personal style and the collection’s artistry.

 

The Future of Bespoke Bridal Jewellery

Aesha Scott’s engagement ring and upcoming wedding band design exemplifies the future of luxury bridal jewellery where emotional narrative, sculptural design, and individual expression converge.

At Layla Kaisi Collection, bespoke is not merely a service. It is a sacred collaboration, a dialogue that weaves memory, emotion, identity, and legacy into every curve, setting, and precious stone. Each piece becomes a living testament to the wearer’s story, where craftsmanship and narrative converge to create jewellery that is profoundly personal and timeless.

As Aesha and Scott move toward marriage, their journey is marked in gold and diamonds, each detail reflecting their story. It is a testament to love shaped with intention, grounded in shared experience, and expressed through careful craftsmanship. Their bond is both celebrated and preserved, a piece of jewellery that carries meaning, emotion, and significance beyond the moment. A story designed to endure, carrying their love forward for years to come.