Diamond Shapes
Compare every engagement ring diamond shape, from round brilliant and oval to emerald, princess, pear, marquise, cushion and radiant cuts, with pros, cons and buying tips for each.
Engagement Ring Shapes: Every Diamond Cut Compared (With Pros & Cons)
Compare all engagement ring shapes side by side: round, oval, emerald, princess, cushion, radiant, pear, marquise, heart and Asscher, with pros, cons, sparkle and price differences.
Round Engagement Rings: Guide to the Round Brilliant Diamond
Round engagement rings guide: why the round brilliant sparkles most, how cut grade works, sizes by carat, best settings and smart ways to get a beautiful round diamond for your budget.
Radiant Cut Engagement Rings: The Sparkly Rectangle Explained
Radiant cut engagement rings guide: how the radiant cut combines a rectangular outline with brilliant sparkle, ideal ratios, settings and how it compares with emerald and cushion cuts.
Cushion Cut Engagement Rings: Square & Elongated Cushion Guide
Cushion cut engagement rings guide: square vs elongated cushions, crushed ice vs antique faceting, ideal ratios, best settings and how cushion compares with princess and radiant cuts.
Princess Cut Engagement Rings: Square Diamond Buying Guide
Princess cut engagement rings explained: what makes the square brilliant cut special, ideal ratios, how to protect the corners, best settings and how princess compares with cushion and radiant cuts.
Pear Shaped Engagement Rings: Teardrop Diamond Buying Guide
Pear shaped engagement rings guide: ideal ratios, symmetry, bow-tie, which way to wear the point, protective settings and how pear compares with oval and marquise diamonds.
Marquise Engagement Rings: Guide to the Marquise Cut Diamond
Marquise engagement rings guide: what a marquise cut diamond is, ideal ratios, symmetry and bow-tie tips, protective settings and how marquise compares with oval and pear shapes.
Oval Engagement Rings: How to Choose the Perfect Oval Diamond
A complete guide to oval engagement rings: ideal length-to-width ratios, how to avoid a strong bow-tie, best settings, metals and tips to get the most size and sparkle for your budget.
Emerald Cut Engagement Rings: Complete Buying Guide (Ratios, Clarity & Settings)
Everything you need to know about emerald cut engagement rings: how the step cut works, ideal length-to-width ratios, clarity and color tips, best settings and how they compare with other shapes.