Diamond Shapes Guide
Diamond Shapes Guide
Finding the Silhouette That Reflects Your Style
While often used interchangeably with Cut, Shape refers to the actual geometric silhouette of the diamond. Whether you prefer the timeless fire of a Round Brilliant or the elongated elegance of an Oval, each shape possesses unique light-reflecting properties and visual characteristics.
Round Brilliant
The most popular shape, engineered for maximum brilliance and fire. Its symmetrical 58-facet pattern reflects the highest percentage of light.
Oval
Offers a brilliance similar to the Round cut. Its elongated shape creates the illusion of a larger stone and can make fingers appear longer.
Cushion
A classic shape with rounded corners and larger facets, known for its romantic "pillow-like" appearance. It offers a soft, vintage glow and exceptional fire.
Emerald
Known for its "step-cut" facets and large open table. It offers a hall-of-mirrors effect, highlighting diamond clarity.
Pear
A unique "teardrop" shape that combines the brilliance of a round cut with a graceful pointed end.
Marquise
A regal, football-shaped cut that maximizes carat weight by appearing larger than other shapes of the same size. Its pointed ends create an elegant, elongated look.
Princess
A contemporary square shape with sharp corners. It offers an exceptional level of sparkle for a non-round diamond.
Radiant
Combines the elegance of the emerald shape with the brilliant sparkle of a round cut.
Selecting Your Shape
Beyond style, shapes like **Cushion and Round** are excellent at masking faint color tints. Conversely, elongated shapes like **Marquise and Pear** can sometimes show color more easily near their pointed tips.