Introduction: A Common Confusion
“Cut” and “shape” are two words often used interchangeably when talking about diamonds, but they mean very different things. Understanding the distinction helps you shop smarter, communicate clearly with jewelers, and ultimately find a diamond that fits your style and standards.
Let’s break it down.
What Is Diamond Shape?
Shape refers to the outline or silhouette of a diamond when viewed from above.
Common Diamond Shapes:
- Round: Timeless and the most brilliant
- Oval: Elegant, elongates the finger
- Princess: Square with sharp corners, modern look
- Cushion: Square or rectangular with rounded corners, soft and romantic
- Emerald: Rectangular with step cuts, vintage appeal
- Pear: Teardrop shape, feminine and unique
- Marquise: Elongated with pointed ends, creates a bold look
- Heart: Symbolic and rare
Yoona Tip: Choose the shape that speaks to your style. Each one offers a distinct personality and presence.
What Is Diamond Cut?
Cut refers to how well a diamond’s facets are proportioned and finished. It directly affects how light enters and exits the stone. In short, its sparkle.
What Cut Affects:
- Brilliance (white light return)
- Fire (colored light dispersion)
- Scintillation (sparkle and flash with movement)
Cut is graded from Excellent to Poor. At Yoona, we accept only diamonds with Excellent or Very Good cut grades.
Yoona Tip: You can have any shape you want, but never sacrifice on cut quality. Even the most stunning shape will fall flat without sparkle.
How Shape and Cut Work Together
Think of it this way:
- Shape = Design
- Cut = Performance
You choose a shape for its look. You choose a cut for its brilliance. Both are important, but they play different roles in how your diamond looks and feels.
Lab-Grown Diamonds and Cut Quality
Lab-grown diamonds can be cut with extreme precision, but not all are. That’s why Yoona applies strict quality standards, selecting only the top 3% of diamonds with optimal cut proportions.
We focus on light performance so that every diamond lives up to its full sparkle potential, no matter the shape.
Final Thought: Choose with Confidence
Shape is about expression. Cut is about excellence. When you understand both, you can shop with confidence and find a diamond that dazzles in every sense.
