Cushion cut diamonds are a beautiful choice for engagement rings with a soft, romantic look. The cushion cut shape is reminiscent of old fashioned diamond faceting techniques, but with incredible sparkle that is made possible by modern faceting methods.

Here are 3 elegant ways to incorporate a cushion cut diamond into an engagement ring design.

1. Solitaire

Nothing quite shows off a diamond the same way as a solitaire engagement ring design. With a beautiful fine quality diamond, a cushion cut creates a stunning statement piece with one gem alone. Opt for single claws like the ring below, or double claws for an entirely different style.

Cushion cut diamonds create beautiful solitaire engagement rings.

2. Diamond band

If one diamond isn't enough, add a few more diamonds for some extra sparkle. A diamond band featuring round brilliant cut diamonds compliments a cushion cut diamond beautifully. The style below uses microclaw setting for a delicate sparkly look.

A microclaw band with round diamonds compliments a cushion cut diamond.

3. Diamond halo

For even more sparkle, a diamond halo brings an added air of luxury to a cushion cut diamond piece. Barely-there microclaw settings surround the brilliant cut diamonds in the diamond halo below.