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The engagement ring as we imagine it by closing our eyes is made of diamond, often round or princess cut. However, the diamond cut variations are endless: pear, marquise, heart, baguette… Here is our guide to help you know which diamond size for an engagement ring is ideal for the bride-to-be.

THE “BRILLIANT” CUT, A CLASSIC FOR A DIAMOND

The brilliant cut is simply the round shape that is mainly found on engagement rings. Nothing surprising in this since it is one of the most beautiful diamond cuts. The round-brilliant cut divides the diamond into 58 facets to optimize the amount of light passing through it. Flagship figure of an ideal classicism, this size remains a safe bet during a marriage proposal.

THE PRINCESS CUT, THE BEAUTY OF THE DIAMOND IN ITS PUREST FORM

The second most popular diamond shape in engagement rings, the princess cut does not go unnoticed. This absolutely perfect bob with pointed facets is pure beauty. Created in the 80s, the princess cut is probably the cut that causes the least loss compared to the rough diamond and that plays best with the light.

THE PEAR CUT, FOR AN ORIGINAL DIAMOND RING

More original than the round shape, the pear cut is a very elegant shape for an engagement ring. It is ideal for women wishing to stand out. With its tapered tip and rounded opposite side, the pear diamond resembles a drop of champagne. Its shape derives as much from the round waist as from the marquise. An engagement ring set with the pear cut inevitably elongates the hand.

THE HEART CUT, FOR A RING SYMBOLIZING INFINITE LOVE

The heart-shaped diamond symbolizes in a glance the love between the bride and groom. With its romantic curves, the heart cut displays perfect symmetry with the 59 facets of the diamond. However, it remains a real technical challenge to achieve this perfection.

THE BAGUETTE CUT TO SUBLIMATE THE DIAMOND

Often used as an accompaniment to a central stone, the baguette cut is fascinating for its play of light. Each of the rectangular facets is thus sublimated, making the diamond even more beautiful. The technique is one of the most complex to achieve, so is its cost.

THE MARQUISE CUT, FOR AN ELEGANT AND DISTINGUISHED ENGAGEMENT RING

If it bears the name of the Marquise de Pompadour, it is not for nothing. The marquise size is one of the most elegant sizes that exists. Identical to those of the brilliant cut, the facets of the marquise diamond are however much more fragile. This rhombus with tapered tips perfectly enhances a hand.

THE EMERALD CUT, FOR A UNIQUE AND RESPLENDENT JEWEL

For a unique translucent light, the emerald cut is the size for you. Long reserved for emeralds, this step cut sublimates the diamond. The latter must be completely pure, because the slightest defect is visible on these parallel lines.

THE TRIANGLE CUT, ORIGINAL AND LUMINOUS

And why not dare a geometric size? Also called the trillion cut , the triangle cut is attracting more and more future brides with its seven facets. Original and luminous, it perfectly matches the shape of the finger, with a chic and glamorous edge.