Cushion cut diamonds are a dark horse in the engagement ring game. But these unexpected beauties have a crazy cult following, and it’s easy to see why.
With tons of history and even more sparkle, the smooth and sleepy shape does the work. The unique rock looks stunning in every setting, from vintage to uber-modern, to sparkle the house-down boots. All while being one of the more affordable diamond shapes. Can you dig it?
Cushion What?
Cushion cut diamonds have a square meets round vibe. Their rounded corners, pillowy shape, and brilliant-style facets give it some serious Disco-Squishmallow energy–soft and sparkly for the win.
The fab shape comes in two styles. Brilliant cut–more of a traditional diamond sparkle–and modified–aka crushed ice. The latter is our fav flavor of sparkle, tiny glittery flashes and oodles of them.
Although they are amazing in more ways than one, cushions are a deeper cut, meaning they can seem smaller in size compared to other shapes. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have your cake and eat it too.
If you’re into something with a little more finger coverage, cushions just so happen to come in an elongated shape. These stones are more of a rectangle, but they hold onto all the soft sparkly magic of the OG.
Opulence much? The Kylie with a 4 carat Cushion cut Diamond is giving extra meets everything
Back In The Day
Everybody get comfy. It’s time for a bit of soft history. Before the cushion cut that slays today, we had the miners cut, named for the fact that they were cut in candlelight by–wait for it–miners. These were popular from around the 1700s to the early 1900s.
The old stones were stunning and super popular, but the modern version is cut with way more sparkle. Today’s versions have lower crowns, shallower pavilions, and increased table areas. Working together, they ensure the stone reflects as much light as possible. The modern marvels of glitter magic.
The Angelina with a 2 carat Cushion cut Diamond in White Gold
Royally Soft
Cushions and princess cuts fall into the fabulous four-sided category. They’ve both got stunning sparkle, and they’re both squares, makes sense.
The major difference is in the corners where princesses have a sharp and pointy problem. These mini peaks tend to snag on sweaters and chip if not well guarded. Cushions to the rescue! Soft and square, the shape is more sturdy and totally snag-free.
The Crown Kamellie with a 3 carat Princess cut Moissanite in White Gold and The Crown Kamellie with a 5 carat Cushion cut Moissanite in Rose Gold
Pillow Fort Feels
Soft edges and a pillowy vibe strike a compromise between silhouettes. It’s giving all the benefits of a square shape with the gentle romance of a rounded one.
Cushion shaped diamonds have a playful and ethereal vibe. With an engagement ring setting like The Twig, it’s the full fairytale fantasy, especially with the warm romance of rose gold. Cushion shape diamonds play big with the fairytale feel of The Twig engagement ring.
The Twig with a 2.5 carat Cushion cut Diamond in Yellow Gold
Sparkle in Spades
Cushion cut diamonds have more sparkle than most and come in two flavors. Those who love a more traditional sparkle favor the brilliant, but we love the crushed ice vibe ourselves.
Big Sparkle, No Surprises
Cushions with a brilliant cut have that traditional bling you know and love. It’s the same sparkle you’ll find in a classic round diamond.
The facets are a longer shape that reflects lots of light, meaning tons of sparkle, fire, and shine. They create movement and dimension as they reflect the light and dark around them. Think medium-larger sparkles and oodles of them. It’s no surprise this is a fan fav. They’re absolutely gorge. No question about it.
The cushion shape also comes in a crushed ice flavor sparkle. These stones have tons of tiny little facets that give the stone a glittery look and a steady flow of sparkle.
Think smaller sparkles, but way more of them. The cut gets its name from looking like a bucket of crushed ice glistening in the sun. It’s gorge and unexpected. All those icy vibes also give the cut a more whitish face-up look which some prefer.
What’s the dif? Brilliant cut stones have tones of sparkle, flash, and dimension. In comparison, crushed ice cuts have a continuous glittery shimmer. Both are super sparkly and stunning.
Because the modern cushion shape is based on a historical cut, it has an inherently classic look. If you’re into that antique energy, the soft shapes make for visionary vintage-inspired engagement rings.
If you’re all in for the ultra-modern, the cushion’s got you covered there too. The intense sparkle and timeless shape also make it a fab fit for contemporary-style engagement rings.
Cushions are an incredibly versatile cut uniquely suited for vintage, modern, and every style in between.
Cushions slay in vintage, but there's something fab about that sparkle in more of a modern minimalist setting like the Liv
Variety Is The Sparkle Of Life
Not only does this stone have two types of sparkle, but there are two shapes of cushion: regular and elongated.
Elongated cushions look larger carat for carat over the traditional cut. If you’re looking for a pillowy shape with loads of finger coverage and the same sparkle, it’s a major W. It’ll also save you a little skrilla, and we love to see it.
The Strong and Shiny Type
Cushions are a solid cut, packing tons of stunning sparkle into a seriously tough little package.
Rounded corners are less prone to chipping. So, think cushion if you’re in the market for a worry-free square or want some serious shine while working with your hands. The shape is perf for a sturdy, functional engagement ring that is entirely fabulous.
Love a more elongated look? Elongated cushions have all the same sparkle with added finger coverage, slay. The Pave Alex with a 5 carat Elongated Cushion cut Diamond in Rose Gold
The Price is Dreamy
Cushions are an affordable cut. These shimmery stones can cost anywhere from 25%-50% less than a round brilliant diamond.
Since cushions can look smaller due to their depth, but the price more than makes up the difference. So go ahead and live your best pillowy life. You can spend the cash you save on extra carats and go home with the chonky engagement ring of your dreams.
The Penelope with a 4.5 carat Cushion cut Diamond in White Gold
The Full Set-Up
Looking for something that goes with everything? Look no further. Cushions crush in every setting. The rounded, almost squarish shape, or even an elongated rectangle, looks great in vintage-inspired engagement rings. Their sleek and subtle energy slides effortlessly into a modern setting as well.
Want to max out your sparkle? Pop that cushion in a halo. It’ll make the small by-nature stone look a whole lot bigger. Plus, stunning, obvi. Cushions toe the line between many of the fancy shaped diamonds, so it makes sense that they can do it all. So go ahead, set your heart on the soft and shiny. It works any way you work it.
Into an extra sparkly engagement ring? Check out The Kristen in White Gold with a 3.5 carat Cushion cut Moissanite
Ready To Sparkle Off To Dream Land?
Is there anything cushions can’t do? They’ve got the shape game cornered without an edge in sight. Their smooth silhouette and stunning sparkle give the stone a romantic feel with serious, sweetheart vibes.
On top of that, it’s super versatile, snagging second glances in any engagement ring setting. Cushion shapes have history, yet that smooth shape still feels fresh and unique. Match that with its affordability, and it’s easy to see why people go crazy for cushions.
Want to snag one for yourself? Check out all our stunning cushion cut stones, and build your engagement ring from the rock up.
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