A beginner’s guide to diamond cuts

The first thing to ever think of when buying a diamond is the cut. It determines the shape of the diamond and gives it brilliance. There’s a lot of varieties of diamonds giving each ring a unique appearance.

Here are some of the famous diamond cuts you could choose from:

Round cut

The brilliant round cut is the most popular choice when it comes to diamond cuts. It’s one of the classics and has been around for several centuries. This became the standard when it comes to engagement rings because of its symmetrical structure which captures light. It gives a nice shape on the hand and has a lot of brilliance suiting most of hand types.

Princess cut

This is the second most popular cut for diamonds. Princess cut engagement rings have the sparkle of a round cut diamond cut into a square shape. Possessing a modern design ideal for stylish brides. It has a similar faceting arrangement like the round cut diamond.

Emerald cut

The emerald cut is one of the oldest but has the most glamorous design. Emerald cut diamonds create an effect called the ‘hall-of-mirrors’.

The long line and the reflection of light gives the emerald cut an elegant look. Here’s a video from Diamonds by Lauren (diamondsbylauren) showing the beauty and the effect of this particular diamond cut.

If you’re looking for a diamond that looks a bit larger but for a lower price, this one’s a good choice.

Oval cut

This diamond cut looks bigger than the round cut. The oval cut is one of the most popular choices for modern brides. It has a curved shape and does not contain any pointed edges.

Due to its elongated shape, most of the oval cut diamonds create a bow tie effect, which is the dark space that stretches across the centre of the diamond.

Cushion cut

A cushion cut diamond is often purchased as an engagement ring or as a fashion piece. Also, as one of the more timeless cuts, it has earned its name from its shape which is similar to a pillow.

They have rounded edges which gives the diamond a more refined look. This cut is perfect for any bride who prefers a vintage style.

There are still other diamond cuts you can choose from. When it comes to deciding which diamond cut to choose, it all comes down to personal preference. Which diamond cut is your favourite? Comment below!