The radiant cut is an appealing diamond shape that, in many ways, offers the very best of both worlds when it comes to value and brilliance. Not only does it have excellent brilliance and fire; it’s also significantly more affordable per carat than the popular round brilliant cut. As the GIA states, “for those who …

With its 56 facets, elongated shape and sharply pointed ends, the marquise cut is a unique and eye-catching diamond shape that can look fantastic in an engagement ring. As a type of fancy shape diamond, buying a marquise cut diamond can be a more involved and challenging process than buying a round diamond. As such, …

There’s plenty to think about when you are planning a proposal, and buying the ring is certainly one of the most important things to check off your list before you ask your significant other to marry you.  Finding and choosing the right engagement ring is a process that takes time and consideration, but one of …

Every month, we’re contacted by hundreds of readers interested in finding the perfect diamond at the right price.  Although the specific details can vary, most of our readers are interested in colorless diamonds, typically in well-known diamond shapes.  However, every month we also receive emails from readers interested in finding something that is a little …

One of the easiest ways to make your engagement ring stand out from the crowd is to choose a fancy-shaped diamond, meaning a diamond in a shape other than the round brilliant cut. In addition to providing a unique and eye-catching appearance, choosing a non-round diamond can also offer other benefits, from a larger perceived …

Searching for the perfect engagement ring? There are so many options and so many factors to consider when shopping for an engagement ring, but one of the most important aspects of choosing a ring that your partner will absolutely love is selecting something that really fits their personality. Whether your soon to be fiance is …

With so many different options to choose from, selecting the right diamond shape for a ring or other jewelry can feel overwhelming.  As such, it comes as no surprise that many people switch from one preferred shape to another when shopping for a diamond — from princess to radiant, emerald to Asscher, or round to …

When it comes to fancy-shaped diamonds, one of the most popular options is the princess cut — a timeless diamond shape that offers incredible elegance, combined with better value for money than the round brilliant cut. As the second most popular diamond shape, we often receive emails from readers interested in buying princess cut diamonds.  …