The 4 Most Popular Diamond Shapes for Engagement Rings in 2025 [+ Tips for Choosing]

Your engagement ring is likely one of the most meaningful pieces of jewelry you'll ever wear. It symbolizes not only your love but also your personal style. Therefore, it's a good idea to consider which gold color, styles, and stone sizes appeal to you most.

Did you know you can choose from different diamond cuts for your engagement ring? The shape of the diamond determines not only the ring's appearance but also how it will sparkle on your hand. The cut influences the play of light, the size of the stone, and the way your fingers look.

At Aurore Jewelry, all our engagement rings with lab-grown diamonds are set in 18k recycled gold. This way, you're choosing not only aesthetic beauty but also sustainability. The jewelry is made without mining.

Discover the four most popular diamond shapes of 2025 below and decide which one suits you best.

1. Brilliant cut diamond – the classic choice for engagement rings

The brilliant-cut diamond has been the most popular choice for engagement rings for years. With no fewer than 57 facets that refract light in different ways, the round shape creates an intense and optimal sparkle.

Advantages of a brilliant:
• Fits almost any hand shape
• Often appears larger than other cuts of the same carat weight
• Timeless and versatile

The brilliant cut diamond is especially well-suited for longer fingers: its rounded silhouette softens and balances. Our collection includes the Olivia and Lilly – engagement rings with brilliant-cut lab-grown diamonds in 18k recycled gold.

View all engagement rings with brilliants here .

2. Oval diamond – elegant and finger-extending

The oval diamond is gaining popularity among cut shapes. This shape combines the sparkle of a brilliant cut with a sleek, elongated design.

Advantages of an oval diamond:
• Fingers appear optically longer and slimmer
• Looks larger than a round diamond of the same weight
• Combines elegance with a modern look

Our popular Franky and Maja models demonstrate just how versatile the oval shape can be. Perfect for those who want a contemporary yet timeless look.

Discover our oval engagement rings here .

3. Pear-shaped diamond – unique and feminine

The pear-shaped diamond is a playful combination of round and pointed. This shape exudes elegance and femininity, commanding attention without being overpowering.

What's even more special is that you can wear the ring two ways: with the point facing up or down. This allows you to choose whether your fingers appear longer or the emphasis is more on the back of your hand.

Advantages of a pear-shaped diamond:
• Unique, elegant shape that emphasizes femininity
• Flexible to wear with the tip up or down
• Often appears larger than other cuts of the same carat weight

A beautiful example is our Ava , a solitaire engagement ring with a stunning pear-shaped diamond as its radiant centrepiece.

View our pear-shaped engagement ringshere .

4. Emerald cut diamond – luxurious and minimalist

The emerald-cut diamond is known for its sleek, rectangular shape and large facets. Instead of a sparkling sparkle, this cut creates a clear, mirror-like effect often associated with luxury and tranquility.

Advantages of an emerald cut diamond:
• Perfect for those who love a minimalist, stylish look
• Shows off the diamond's clarity extra well
• Suitable for wider hands: makes them appear slimmer

In our collection you will find the Nora and Lara , both sustainable emerald cut engagement rings.

Discover our emerald cut engagement rings here .

Which diamond shape suits you best?

Each cut has its own look and effect:
• Brilliant – timeless and versatile
• Oval – optically extending and modern
• Pear – feminine and unique
• Emerald – calm, stylish and luxurious

Want to be sure you're making the right choice? At Aurore Jewelry, you'll find only sustainable engagement rings with lab-grown diamonds and 18k recycled gold. This way, you'll not only choose a ring that suits your style, but also one that's good for the planet.

Discover our complete collection of engagement rings .