How to Choose an Engagement Diamond

Start with shape

Shape is the one decision driven purely by taste, and it changes everything downstream — pricing, finger coverage, setting options and which grades matter.

Round brilliants return the most light and carry the highest price per carat. Ovals and pears read larger for their weight. Emerald and radiant cuts trade sparkle for architecture.

Then cut quality

Cut is where beauty is won or lost. A well-cut G colour stone will outperform a poorly cut D. Never economise here.

Then balance the rest

With shape and cut set, colour, clarity and carat become a budget conversation. In yellow gold settings, a warmer colour grade is often invisible and frees budget for weight.

Tell us the number you're comfortable with and we will source the strongest stones available at it.