Learn About the Diamond Shapes

Finding your soulmate is a remarkable adventure, and the proposal is the exciting start of a wonderful new story. Here at Azalea Jewelry, we understand that the engagement ring should be equally unique. We're dedicated to assisting you in choosing a diamond that reflects the individuality of your love.

Let us guide you through the world of diamond shapes, empowering you to choose the one that speaks volumes.

Did you know diamonds are expertly shaped and polished to reveal their maximum beauty from the original rough stone? While the classic round diamond has long been a favorite for its incredible brilliance and sparkle, other stunning shapes like oval and emerald cuts are capturing hearts more and more.

Discovering Distinct Center Diamond Shapes for Engagement Rings

Without a doubt, the center diamond is the star of your engagement ring, the initial flash that draws the eye. Consequently, selecting a shape that genuinely mirrors your individual personality, style, and preferences is crucial. This central gemstone also influences the ring's perceived size, its brilliance, and its overall appearance on your finger. We advise you to investigate various shapes and dedicate ample time to discovering the ideal one.

Shopping For A Diamond By Shape

When searching for a diamond engagement ring, the diamond's shape is often the first characteristic that catches the eye. At Azalea Jewelry, we provide a diverse selection of diamond shapes, ensuring you can discover a gem that flawlessly embodies your partner's unique character.

Round (Brilliant) Cut Diamonds

The round brilliant cut remains the most cherished and classic diamond shape, especially for engagement rings. 1 Its lasting popularity stems from its specific faceting, expertly designed to optimize the diamond's brilliance and sparkle, guaranteeing its timeless elegance.

The very name "round cut" hints at the intricate faceting involved in its creation. A typical round brilliant diamond features 58 carefully angled facets that collaborate to amplify the diamond's light reflection. 1 In essence, more facets translate to greater sparkle, making this cut an ideal selection for those who value outstanding brilliance.

Oval Cut Diamonds

Offering a brilliant twist on the classic round, oval diamonds display a graceful, lengthened circular silhouette. These diamonds create a striking impression and are known for giving the appearance of a larger carat weight. Their elongated shape and wider surface area make them look more significant on the finger than other cuts with the same carat weight, simply by covering more area.

Sharing the radiant charm and flattering nature of the popular round brilliant cut, the elegant oval diamond delivers a similar fire and brilliance. It provides a stunning, seemingly larger sparkle while beautifully lengthening the look of the finger. Whether featured in a minimalist solitaire setting or embellished with halos and side stones, oval diamonds exude enduring sophistication.

Cushion Cut Diamonds

The cushion cut diamond, once known as the old mine cut, presents a charming square shape with gently rounded corners, reminiscent of a soft pillow. This cut carries a rich history, reigning as the most popular diamond shape for nearly two centuries before the rise of the round brilliant. Its enduring appeal lies in its classic and comfortable aesthetic.

Pear Cut Diamonds

The pear-shaped diamond, another beautiful variation of the brilliant cut, elegantly merges the round and marquise shapes, ideally showcasing perfect or excellent symmetry. Also known as a teardrop diamond, this striking shape presents a captivating contrast of soft curves and a defined point, forming a symmetrical, elongated teardrop.

Universally flattering, the elongated silhouette of the pear diamond creates a graceful, slimming effect on the finger and often appears larger than its actual carat weight. In fact, a pear diamond's top surface area is approximately 8% greater than that of a round diamond.

Pear-shaped diamonds offer exceptional versatility in styling. They can be worn with the point facing towards the fingertip or the hand, and they also lend themselves beautifully to a modern east-west setting. With their blend of edginess and elegance, pear-shaped diamonds are a superb choice for contemporary brides.

Emerald Cut Diamonds

Emerald cut diamonds are celebrated for their sophisticated silhouette and timeless elegance. Their distinctive rectangular facets create a refined, reflective shimmer unlike any other cut. This shape borrows its name from the way emerald gemstones are traditionally cut, featuring successive step cuts on the diamond's pavilion and a broad, open rectangular table.

Renowned for their elongated form and deep, step-like facets, emerald cut diamonds offer a captivating alternative for brides seeking something beyond the traditional round and princess cuts. Instead of the all-encompassing sparkle of other diamond shapes, emerald diamonds display long, parallel facets that produce a mesmerizing "hall of mirrors" effect.

Another remarkable characteristic of emerald diamonds is their ability to appear larger than their actual size. This expansive illusion is a result of their unique scintillation and elongated rectangular shape.

Radiant Cut Diamonds

Radiant cut diamonds offer a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic, featuring a square or rectangular shape coupled with remarkable brilliance. This cut masterfully blends the elegance of the emerald cut with the dazzling sparkle of brilliant-cut diamonds, distinguished by its softened corners and an impressive 70 facets.

An ideal choice for the contemporary and stylish bride, the radiant diamond embodies modern elegance. It harmoniously combines the bold angles of a geometric cut with the intense sparkle reminiscent of a classic round diamond, making it a striking option for those who desire a fashion-forward statement.

Princess Cut Diamonds

Princess cut diamonds are a beloved choice for their contemporary sparkle and enduring style. Characterized by their square shape with beveled sides and four distinct pointed corners, they boast over 70 facets, resulting in exceptional brilliance. First introduced in 1980, the princess cut has become the most popular fancy diamond shape for engagement rings. Similar to round cut diamonds, their versatility makes them an excellent choice as they complement a wide variety of potential wedding band and ring styles the bride may select.

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