Let’s get this out of the way immediately… diamonds can come in shapes besides round! It is true that round (or brilliant cut, as they also are called) diamonds account for 75% of engagement ring stones, there are many choices besides the obvious. You can go with classic look like an emerald cut or a modern look like a trillion. But like all choices with an engagement ring, you should choose the stone shape that matches the woman you are marrying.

The most popular diamond engagement cuts are listed below:

Brilliant or Round Cut

Oval Cut

Marquise Cut

Trillion Cut

Princess Cut

Emerald Cut

Pear Cut

Heart Cut

Cushion Cut