Within the last year I have had a lot of friends and people I graduated with get married or engaged.
Crazy, I know!
Seeing everyone take the next big step in life really gets you to thinking about when you will take that next step.
Or at least that's what it does to me...
So I thought it might be fun to have a post on diamonds and engagement rings.
What different diamond cuts mean, maybe where they originated, what they say about the person.
So enjoy :)
Heart
This is a century-old shape, symbolizing love and
devotion.
This says you are sentimental and dreamy.
Pear
Resembling a teardrop, a pear-shaped diamond has
the fire and beauty of a round shape, but with a less conventional look.
This shape can also make a wide finger look slimmer.
This choice says you are even-tempered and adaptable.
Oval
If you love the gorgeous sparkle of a round,
brilliant-cut diamond but still want something unique, consider an oval.
A fresh take on a timeless style, this new shape came about in the
early 1960s.
This choice says you are risk-taking and creative.
Asscher
Square with angular corners, this shape dates back
to the late 1800s. If you look closely, you’ll see that it’s step-cut,
meaning the facets are rectangular and seem to descend into the stone.
This cut says you are feminine and meticulous.
Round
Also known as brilliant-cut, this tried-and-true
shape reflects more light than any other, and is the most popular.
This choice says you are trustworthy and easygoing.
Emerald
Inspired by the Asscher, this glamorous choice is
also a rectangular step-cut shape. It has fewer facets than some of the
other shapes, so look for an emerald-cut that offers maximum brilliance.
This choice says you are efficient and straightforward.
Cushion
Rectangular with curved sides, the cushion-cut
first hit big in the 18th century. A recent resurgence in popularity has
given it a modern-meets-vintage feel.
This choice says you are organized and daring.
Princess
This relatively new square shape, with a modern,
understated feel, combines a sparkly, brilliant effect with a geometric
step-cut. You can attribute its spectacular glitter to extra faceting
around the rim.
This cut says you are decisive and fun-loving.
Radiant
The diamond’s shape has the outer lines and cut
corners of the emerald’s crown while enjoying triangular faceting like
the round on the pavilion. It was designed to have the best qualities of
both round brilliant and emerald cut diamonds.
This cut says you are trend setting and fashionable.
Marquise
The marquis shape is an oval with tips. It not
only helps to make the hand appear longer and slimmer, but it also makes
the diamond appear larger than it actually is.
This cut says you're unique and adventurous.
Here's all of them together!
All are absolutely gorgeous!!
Hopefully you enjoyed learning a little more about diamonds...
after all they are a girls best friend.
XOXO...Miss Cambria Irene
