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A guide to engagement ring cut, carat & setting

A guide to engagement ring cut, carat & setting

Choosing the perfect diamond engagement ring is a deeply personal experience. At Nina's, our team of GIA Certified Diamond and Design Specialists make the process feel simple, enjoyable and completely tailored to you. With their expert guidance, you can feel confident knowing you'll find a design that reflects your love story and suits your lifestyle beautifully.

Cut

A diamond's cut is one of the most important factors in how it sparkles. More than just shape, the cut affects how light moves through the diamond, creating its brilliance and those beautiful flashes of light and colour.

Even with excellent clarity or colour, a poorly cut diamond can look dull or lifeless. That's why our specialists focus on sourcing beautifully proportioned stones that bring out the very best in each diamond.

Every diamond we offer has been expertly cut to enhance its natural beauty, so you can feel confident that your choice will shine in every sense.

Carat

Carat speaks to the presence of a diamond, and the visual impact it makes when it catches the light and captures attention. While it refers to weight, it’s often one of the first details people notice and remember.

Whether you're drawn to a bold, show-stopping diamond or something more petite and effortlessly elegant, each size offers its own kind of beauty. Even small shifts in carat can create meaningful differences in how a ring looks and feels.

Our diamond specialists will help you find the perfect balance between size, brilliance and personal style because it’s not just about the numbers, it’s about how the diamond makes you feel.

Shape

Shape is often the most important visual choice and the one your partner is most likely to have a preference for. If you don't already know their favourite shape, try to find out by asking directly, checking their Pinterest boards, or consulting friends or family.

If you're still unsure, a round-cut diamond is a classic and versatile choice. It suits most ring settings and has stood the test of time when it comes to both style and sparkle. Other elegant options include an oval-cut, pear-cut or emerald-cut, each offering their own unique appeal.

Setting

Your choice of setting can dramatically enhance the look and personality of the ring. It not only secures the diamond but complements its sparkle, shape, and colour.

White metals, such as platinum or white gold, are popular for their timeless elegance and ability to showcase a diamond's brilliance without adding warmth. Yellow gold adds a rich, vintage feel, while rose gold offers a romantic, modern look.

For coloured diamonds, the setting plays an even more important role. White metal can highlight the hue, while yellow or rose gold can complement warmer tones. Our GIA Certified Diamond and Design specialists will help you choose a setting that brings out the very best in your diamond.

Choosing a diamond for your dreams & budget

Selecting the perfect diamond is a personal and exciting journey. It’s about discovering a stone that beautifully captures your love story, reflects your style, and honours what truly matters to you.

Whether you’re drawn to size, clarity, colour, or a harmonious blend of all three, our specialists will guide you with expertise and care, helping you uncover diamonds that offer timeless beauty and exceptional value.

Clarity grades like VS1 and VS2 reveal stones that appear flawless to the naked eye, embodying both elegance and quality. Meanwhile, diamonds in the G to H colour range sparkle with a refined, near-colourless brilliance that effortlessly captivates.

With thoughtful guidance every step of the way, you can feel confident in choosing a diamond that perfectly embodies your vision and celebrates your unique journey.

Coloured diamond engagement rings

For something truly one of a kind, coloured diamonds are a striking option. Whether soft pinks, radiant yellows or rich champagne tones, these diamonds reflect a sense of individuality and bold romance.

Coloured diamonds can be rarer and sometimes more expensive, but with our expert help, there's a way to bring almost any vision to life. Our GIA-certified Diamond and Design Specialists will help you explore what's possible within your budget and taste.

Crafted with Care in Western Australia

At Nina's, we've been helping couples bring their dream engagement rings to life since 1965. From natural white and coloured diamonds to bespoke design and expert guidance, our custom pieces are crafted with care by Master Jewellers in our Dunsborough workshop, in Western Australia.

Start your journey with Nina's today because every love story deserves a ring that's just as unforgettable.

December 6, 2019 | Categories: Nina's Knowledge, Guides