If you’re after something different than the traditional sparkling Round Diamond, then Emerald Cut Engagement Rings might be the perfect thing to consider. Unlike their sparkling counterparts, Emerald Cut Diamonds are Step-Cut, which means they look a little different to the other Diamonds you might be used to seeing. Explained simply, a Brilliant Cut Diamond like a Round, is pure sparkle whereas a Step-Cut, like an Emerald, has inner lines or ‘steps’ that trace the outside shape. This style of Cut isn’t as much about the bling so is often loved by those who may not classify themselves as someone who suits a lot of sparkle but is still after a traditional Diamond.

Equally so, people love Emerald Cut Engagement Rings because they’re a little bit different from the norm and as such almost have their own style. Often we hear people comment that they almost have a bit of an antique feel to them, which can additionally give them this sense of being a very traditional style too.

They can be quite a striking feature when set on their own in a Solitaire, but one of our personal favourite kinds of Emerald Cut Engagement Rings, is when we set them with a surrounding halo. Surrounding the stone with small and sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds really draws the eye to the stone and makes it pop whilst also highlighting the difference in style. This design looks equally great with either a plain band, or with small Diamonds set into the band and by playing with different setting styles of these smaller stones we can truly create something that is uniquely you.

As with any Diamond Cut, you’ll very quickly be able to identify whether this style might be the perfect choice for you or your partner just by looking at a few. So, it’s definitely a design worth considering if you’re in the market for something a little different.

The only extra thing to consider with an Emerald Cut (which we do for you anyway!) is that often you’ll need to go up in Diamond Clarity a little bit due to the way it is Cut. Each of the ‘steps’ in the stone mean that you look into an Emerald Cut a little bit like a window so any inclusions are more obvious than they would be within the sparkle of a Round Diamond for example. By ensuring we select a Diamond that’s nice and clear, you’ll be able to enjoy all the benefits of an Emerald Cut and its individuality.