Looking for an engagement ring? A wedding band? Maybe the perfect promise ring?
The gemstone that’s most likely to cross your mind would be a diamond. There are many things that makes this stone special – the unmatched sparkle, stunning clarity and a variety of cuts.
Among these, the shape of the diamond is what grabs our attention the first time we see it. In this article, let’s take a look at some popular options you can choose from.
1. Round
The round shape is the most popular of all. It makes about 70% of all the diamonds that are available in the market today. The faceting pattern is carved in such a manner that it delivers just the right amount of sparkle to the diamond making it the most valuable shape and a timeless option.
2. Oval
Oval shaped diamonds are a close relative of the round variety. This cut gives the radiant diamond an elongated look. It is perfect for people with small hands as it makes the fingers look stretched out and beautiful. Due to its elongated shape, it appears larger than a round diamond of equal carat.
3. Pear
Pear-shaped, also known as ‘teardrop’ is a little bit of both oval and round. Symmetry is the most exuberant factor about this ring. A perfectly carved pear-shaped diamond ring exudes unmatched style and uniqueness. Delivering an elongated silhouette of the finger, this shape is becoming a classic choice for ring selections.
4. Marquise
Marquise diamonds are pretty similar to oval-shaped diamonds except that the ends are stretched out. They also display the largest surface area. Delivering both beauty and style, rings featuring the marquise-cut diamond surely make heads turn.
5. Princess
Princess-cut diamond rings are pretty and have a distinguished shape. The second most popular cut to be sold in the market, they are known for their classic square look. However, rectangular variants of this cut are also available. This one will definitely give you the feeling of royalty!
6. Cushion
Cushion-cut diamonds are a slightly varied form of the princess-cut version. They showcase subtle oval curves around the edges of a rectangular or square-shaped diamond. Exuding a vintage charm fused with modern-day appeal, cushion-cut diamonds are definitely a treat for the eyes.
7. Emerald
Named after the gemstone, which is mostly cut in the rectangular shape, emerald-cut resemble “steps” when viewed from above. The wide and flat facets allow you to see within the stone clearly, hence this is an ideal cut for diamonds with high clarity and radiant color.
8. Heart
Symbol of love and romance, the heart shape is a popular gifting choice. It might look simple but it features a lot of complex carvings. Hence it is important to choose an evenly shaped diamond with an ideal length to width ratio.
9. Radiant
What do you get when you combine the elegant emerald-cut with the brilliant round-cut? It’s the radiant shape. This one is available in square as well as rectangular versions with distinctly trimmed corners. Radiant-shaped diamonds, with their non-traditional cut, have become a favorite choice for contemporary engagement rings.
