Emmy Combs has spent years proving that beauty is about far more than fitting a particular mould. Now, the beauty creator is celebrating a milestone that has nothing to do with a makeup transformation, but comes with a pretty spectacular new accessory: an engagement ring.
Combs is engaged to Nick Krisko following a proposal in Malibu, California, where the couple marked the occasion against a coastal backdrop of rocky cliffs, ocean views and a seriously photogenic sunset. Their engagement portraits have the relaxed, intimate feel of a date that happened to become one of life's biggest moments, with plenty of affection, a little champagne-coloured light and their dog making an appearance for the celebrations.
For couples dreaming up a proposal of their own, the setting is a reminder that the most memorable moments do not always need an elaborate production. A meaningful location, thoughtful details and the right people can do plenty of the work. Wedded Concierge helps couples find trusted proposal planners, venues and wedding professionals who can turn a personal vision into a moment worth remembering.
Malibu provided the kind of scenery that practically does its own styling. The couple posed along a rugged coastal trail, with low green shrubs framing the path and the Pacific stretching out behind them. As the sun dipped towards the horizon, the warm light cast a soft golden glow across the landscape, giving the portraits a cinematic quality without making them feel overly staged.
For the proposal itself, Krisko got down on one knee on the rocky overlook as Combs stood before him, visibly caught up in the moment. Dressed in white, the pair looked coordinated without appearing too formal for their seaside setting. Krisko wore a relaxed white shirt with white shorts and casual shoes, while Combs chose a long ivory dress with delicate straps and a fitted bodice that flowed into a softly draped skirt.
The look was understated but considered, striking a balance between an occasion-worthy outfit and something comfortable enough for a coastal escape. Later portraits captured the couple kissing by the water, embracing as the sun set and laughing together along the winding path. The overall mood feels less like a staged engagement shoot and more like being let in on a very happy afternoon.
And yes, their dog joined the celebrations, wearing a white bandana embroidered with the word “Mrs.” The little cameo adds a personal touch to the portraits and gives the couple's newest chapter an appropriately family-oriented detail.
Naturally, the ring deserves its own moment. Combs' engagement ring features a prominent, elongated cushion-shaped diamond set on a delicate yellow-gold band. The stone has a softly rounded outline with a substantial profile, giving it plenty of presence while allowing the slim band to keep the overall design elegant.
The contrast between the bright centre stone and the warm gold setting gives the ring a classic feel with a modern finish. Its proportions make the diamond the clear focal point, while the understated band keeps the look from feeling too ornate. It is the sort of design that works beautifully on its own but could also pair well with a wedding band later on.
The close-up shots also capture the couple holding hands, with Krisko gently supporting Combs' hand as the new ring takes centre stage. It is an intimate detail that keeps the focus on the two of them rather than turning the engagement into a jewellery showcase.
Combs is a Los Angeles-based beauty creator, licensed cosmetologist and professional makeup artist who began posting on YouTube in 2014. Her career has spanned multiple waves of online beauty culture, building an audience across TikTok, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram that approaches 30 million followers. Her content has accumulated more than 8.7 billion views, and her brand partnerships include Sephora, Savage X Fenty and L’Oréal Paris.
Her influence also extends beyond makeup tutorials, dramatic transformations, brow routines and wig styling. Combs was diagnosed with alopecia universalis as a child, a condition that causes total body hair loss. Rather than treating her experience as something to conceal, she has made it a central part of her platform, helping broaden conversations around beauty, visibility and self-expression.
She is also a co-founder of Beauty Beyond Barriers, a nonprofit organisation established with Alex Youmazzo and Christie Val that supports people living with autoimmune diseases and visible differences.
That background makes her engagement a personal milestone for a creator whose public work has long centred on embracing identity and challenging narrow expectations of beauty. The Malibu portraits offer a glimpse into a different side of her life, one defined by an intimate celebration with her partner and their dog.
Between the sunset, the understated ivory-and-white outfits, the sparkling ring and their dog's guest appearance, Combs and Krisko's engagement has all the ingredients of a memorable coastal proposal without feeling overproduced.
The photographs capture the excitement of the moment while keeping the focus on the couple's connection. And while the wedding plans have yet to take centre stage, their engagement already offers a few ideas for couples who prefer a more personal approach to celebrating: choose a place that feels right, dress for the setting and leave room for the unexpected.
For now, Combs and Krisko have a new chapter to look forward to, with a beautiful ring and a Malibu sunset marking the beginning of it.
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