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30 Princess-Cut Diamond Engagement Rings We Love

30 Princess-Cut Diamond Engagement Rings We Love

By Elizabeth Swanson

July 27, 2011

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The name of this stone's cut says it all: A princess-cut engagement ring was practically made for royalty. Crisp, clean, and classic, princess-cut diamonds are guaranteed to stand the test of time. The shape is a beloved one for a reason—it's understated look and pretty facets make it a timeless and enduring style that will look just as good in 20 years as it does today.

And the best part of choosing a stone that's so timeless? It'll look beautiful in any setting. If you want to keep it super-classic, opt for an unadorned metal band in platinum, white or yellow gold, or choose a pave-studded setting for that added dose of bling. The popularity of a halo-style ring definitely works well here, too: These square stones beg to be encircled by a fine row of glistening diamonds or clustered with some other fun diamond shapes. Minimalists will love a solitaire or geometric setting. And if you're dying for a vintage-inspired engagement ring, you won't be disappointed by the many options available to you either. From multi-color stone adornments, to scroll and milgrain etchings, floral motifs, and a number of three-stone iterations, there's plenty of antique-looking options out there.

Since a princess-cut diamond engagement ring is such a tried-and-true design, your favorite jeweler likely offers it. Everyone from Tiffany & Co., Kwiat, and Harry Winston to your favorite local jeweler or online retailer will have a variety of stones in this popular cut. When it comes time to choose a wedding band to pair with your princess-cut engagement ring, you'll be pleased to see that just about every look plays nicely with this pretty cut.

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De Beers

Courtesy of De Beers

De Beers "Promise" Princess-Cut Solitaire Ring, $4,600, debeers.com

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Tiffany & Co.

Courtesy of Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. "Tiffany Novo" Princess-Cut Ring, from $11,600, tiffany.com

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Kwiat

Courtesy of Kwiat

Kwiat Princess-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, price upon request, kwiat.com

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Blue Nile

Courtesy of Blue Nile

Blue Nile French Pave Diamond Engagement Ring, $1,590 for setting only, bluenile.com

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Claire Kinder

Courtesy of Catbird

Claire Kinder "Citadel" Ring, $2,710, catbirdnyc.com

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Sethi Couture

Courtesy of Ylang 23

Sethi Couture Princess-Cut Solitaire Ring, $6,490, ylang23.com

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Kirk Kara

Courtesy of Kirk Kara

Kirk Kara "Stella" Engagement Ring, price upon request, kirkkara.com

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Kataoka

Courtesy of Kataoka

Kataoka "Octagonal" Ring, $2,580, kataoka-jewelry.com

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Mandrel Studio

Courtesy of Twist

Mandrel Studio Princess-Cut Diamond Solitaire, $6,555, twistonline.com