Which engagement ring is right?

Round
This is the traditional and classic look for engagement rings. Round diamonds come in several varieties, including modern brilliant-cut with 58 facets and Swiss cut with 34 facets.

Princess
The princess-cut diamond is becoming increasingly popular. It is typically square with sharp, uncut corners. The proportions are considered to be better the more square-shaped the stone is. It usually has 76 facets, giving it great brilliance and fire.

Emerald
An emerald-cut diamond is usually rectangular, with flat rectangular facets.

Radiant
The radiant-cut diamond is a cross between princess and emerald, a straight-edged rectangular or square stone with cut corners and 62 to 70 facets. It has a unique sparkle.

Oblong
Most oblong diamonds are step-cut, like a pyramid with its top removed. Long and thin oblongs are known as baguettes.  
 
Oval
The oval cut is a beautiful shape and if well cut can be almost as bright as a round diamond. It usually has 56 facets.   

Heart
This is a truly romantic shape. If well cut and proportioned it can have lots of sparkle.

Marquise
The marquise or navette shape is like a long oval that has been stretched out to a point at each end.

Pear
The pear-shaped diamond is a popular cut. If well proportioned it can have good depth and sparkle. It usually has 58 facets.

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