Joan Vassos, the trailblazing first-ever Golden Bachelorette, has found her happily ever after! In the season finale, which aired on November 13, Joan, 61, accepted a heartfelt proposal from contestant Chock Chapple, and with it, a dazzling engagement ring crafted by famed celebrity jeweler Neil Lane.
Joan’s custom Neil Lane Couture creation is as extraordinary as her journey. The handmade platinum ring features a center emerald-cut diamond framed by two tapered baguettes and 56 round brilliant diamonds arranged in Lane’s signature design. Altogether, the ring boasts a total weight of 4 carats and embodies both timeless elegance and bold sophistication.
A Ring That Tells a Story
Neil Lane, who has designed iconic rings for the Bachelor franchise for years, shared the inspiration behind Joan’s engagement ring. “When I met Joan, I was immediately struck by her sophistication, elegance, and integrity,” Lane tells PEOPLE. Her strength and grace during her time on The Golden Bachelorette inspired him to craft a ring that reflected these qualities.
Joan’s departure from The Golden Bachelor season 1—where she stepped away in the third week due to a family emergency—highlighted her dedication to her loved ones. Lane said her decision to prioritize her family made her stand out, influencing the “classic and harmonious” design of the ring.
The Art Deco era, with its timeless glamour and clean lines, served as an additional inspiration for the ring. Lane noted that while the design is undeniably luxurious, he aimed to balance the size of the diamonds with Joan’s understated elegance, making it a perfect symbol of her journey.
A Ring Chock Fell in Love With
For Chock Chapple, Joan’s fiancé, the ring was love at first sight. Lane recalls Chock being “besotted” with the design, immediately recognizing it as the ideal piece for Joan. “He looked at the ring, and he thought of her,” Lane explains. “It was kismet.”
The couple’s journey on The Golden Bachelorette was nothing short of magical. From their meaningful dates to their emotional proposal, the pair’s connection culminated in this show-stopping ring, symbolizing their commitment and shared future.
A Celebration of Love
Lane described Joan and Chock’s engagement as a “trifecta: the couple, the ring, and the great love.” He expressed his joy in being part of their story, saying, “This ring’s beauty perfectly encapsulates Joan’s journey as the first-ever Golden Bachelorette. I wish her and Chock nothing but the best as they move into the next phase of their relationship.”
For Joan, the engagement isn’t just about the stunning ring but the new chapter it signifies. As Bachelor Nation celebrates her historic journey, her sparkly 58-diamond masterpiece serves as a radiant reminder of love, resilience, and the promise of a golden future.
Congratulations to Joan and Chock as they begin this exciting new chapter together!
