If you are searching for engagement rings in Seattle (or remotely!), you are likely in the exciting stage of narrowing down what feels like you. At our Madrona jewelry store, one of the first questions we ask during an engagement ring consultation is simple: which shape speaks to you?
Diamond shape defines the entire personality of a ring. It influences light performance, finger coverage, setting style, and whether your ring feels timeless, modern, artistic, or completely unexpected.
Whether you are drawn to non traditional engagement rings, vintage inspired engagement rings, or modern engagement rings with clean lines, this guide will walk you through the most popular diamond shapes and how they translate into custom engagement rings.
If you are ready to design your own engagement ring or book a consultation for custom engagement rings Seattle, we would love to meet you in person at our Seattle jewelry store.
Round – Timeless Brilliance
Round diamonds are the most classic choice and offer maximum sparkle. If you love symmetry and traditional elegance, round remains unmatched.
Round works beautifully in six prong engagement rings, bezel set engagement rings, thin band engagement rings, and low profile engagement rings, plus more. It is also ideal for minimalist gold rings and dainty diamond rings.
If you are searching for sustainable engagement rings or Seattle lab grown diamond rings, round is often the most readily available option in both natural and lab grown.
Oval – Gracefully Elongated
Oval diamonds offer softness with presence. Their elongated shape makes the stone appear larger and lengthens the finger.
Oval shapes are especially popular in east west engagement ring settings and split shank engagement rings. For those exploring color gemstone engagement rings, an oval sapphire engagement ring is a stunning alternative to traditional diamonds.
We create many oval sapphire engagement rings in teal sapphire engagement rings, green sapphire engagement rings, and peach sapphire engagement rings, particularly Montana sapphire engagement rings for clients seeking ethical sapphire engagement rings and conflict free sapphire rings.
Asscher – Architectural Elegance
Asscher diamonds are for those who love structure and quiet drama. With step cuts and deep symmetry, they feel refined and slightly vintage.
They pair beautifully with platinum and gold engagement ring combinations or mixed metal engagement rings. Asscher shapes are ideal for vintage inspired engagement rings and artistic engagement rings that highlight craftsmanship.
Princess – Modern Edge
Princess cut diamonds are bold and contemporary. Their sharp geometry creates strong sparkle with clean lines.
This shape works well in low profile engagement rings and bezel set engagement rings for a more architectural feel. If you are exploring modern engagement rings with strong symmetry, princess may be the one.
Emerald – Refined Lines with Vintage Soul
Emerald cut diamonds are understated and elegant. Instead of fiery sparkle, they showcase clarity and long clean lines.
Emerald shapes are ideal for wide band engagement rings and thin band engagement rings alike. For clients interested in emerald cut sapphire ring designs or custom sapphire engagement ring projects, this shape offers incredible depth in colored engagement rings.
Pear – Soft Curves with a Point
Pear shapes feel romantic and directional. They combine softness and edge in one silhouette.
We often design pear stones into asymmetrical engagement ring settings and nature inspired engagement rings. For clients drawn to botanical engagement rings or leaf engagement ring motifs, pear shapes flow beautifully with organic design elements.
Radiant – Bold Brilliance
Radiant cuts combine the sparkle of round with the outline of emerald. They feel strong, modern, and luminous.
Radiant diamonds pair well with split shank engagement ring styles and custom three stone engagement rings that prioritize both light and structure.
Marquise – Dramatic Length
Marquise diamonds maximize visual size and feel regal. Their elongated shape creates dramatic finger coverage.
A marquise sapphire engagement ring is one of our favorite choices for non traditional engagement rings. In teal sapphire engagement rings or green sapphire engagement rings, marquise feels especially distinctive.
This shape also works beautifully in east west engagement ring orientations for a more modern look.
Cushion – Romantic Curves
Cushion cuts are soft and timeless with subtle vintage character.
They are ideal for unique bridal rings and artistic engagement rings, especially when paired with warm tones like peach sapphire engagement rings or Montana sapphire engagement rings.
Diamond Shapes in Alternative and Custom Bridal
At our Seattle fine jewelry studio, many clients are not looking for traditional. They are searching for alternative engagement rings, lab grown diamond rings, colored engagement rings, or unique bridal rings that feel deeply personal.
If you are searching for custom engagement rings in Seattle, our process begins with a private engagement ring consultation where we help you refine stone shape, setting details, band width, and metal choice.
A Different Kind of Seattle Jewelry Store
Valerie Madison Fine Jewelry is a woman-owned jewelry Seattle brand and a Seattle Black-owned jewelry store committed to ethical sourcing and intentional design.
For clients searching BIPOC owned engagement rings or Black owned engagement rings, our studio reflects both craftsmanship and representation.
We specialize in Seattle sapphire engagement rings, Seattle lab grown diamond rings, and sustainable engagement rings that align beauty with responsibility.
If you are ready to explore engagement rings Seattle or begin designing custom engagement rings, we invite you to book a consultation at our Madrona jewelry store.
Let’s create something meaningful.