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Five ways to make your diamond look bigger
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On Tuesday, January 31, 2017
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If you’ve always dreamed of a diamond ring that makes people stop and say “Wow, what a rock!” you don’t need to feel discouraged by a limited budget. There are some simple strategies for making your center diamond look much bigger without going beyond your price range.
The two key secrets to making a diamond seem bigger are light and proportion. Diamonds reveal their beauty when they catch the light, and when you create a larger reflective surface area, you can ensure that your diamond will be dazzling. There are also several design tricks you can use which will create an optical illusion that the center stone is larger in proportion to the rest of the setting.
Here are the top five tips for enhancing the size of your diamond in your ring.
Look at cut, not carat
If you are looking for a diamond that will catch the light and catch the eye, concentrate on the cut rather than the size or the carat. A well-cut diamond catches the light so it attracts attention more easily, and the biggest diamonds are not necessarily the ones with the best cut.
The carat refers to the weight of the diamond rather than its size, so a larger carat diamond will take up more of your budget than a smaller well-cut diamond which can be placed in a setting that will enhance its size.
Shape up
While round diamonds are the most popular choice for rings, other shapes give a better illusion of size. Round diamonds are also more expensive than other shapes, so you will be able to afford a larger diamond within your budget if you choose a less common shape.
The cushion cut diamond is becoming increasingly popular as it is extremely eye-catching and gives the appearance of being larger than a round stone of equivalent size. Elongated shapes, such as the pear or marquise also seem larger in comparison to round stones.
Team up with smaller diamonds
Increase the brilliance of your center stone by adding a few extra diamonds to the setting. There are a few ways to do this, so you are sure to find a setting that suits your taste and makes the most of your center stone.
A symmetrical round, oval or square center stone can be surrounded by a “halo” of smaller diamonds. This creates a spectacular setting for the larger stone while giving the visual impression of a much larger diamond.
Alternately, you can add side stones to create a larger surface area with more light and sparkle, while making the center stone seem larger in proportion. Place smaller matching stones on either side of a symmetrical diamond, or place one round diamond next to an elongated shape, such as an emerald cut diamond.
Spark up the band
There are several ways you can ensure your band enhances the size of the center diamond. Even the metal you choose for the band can make your diamond seem larger! The beauty of a diamond is in its sparkle, and a white gold or platinum band creates a great reflective surface to catch that sparkle and enhance the light.
A thin band also helps enhance the visual effect of the diamond, as the stone will look larger in comparison. For a striking and beautiful effect, consider a band that is wider around your finger, but visibly narrows at the front to highlight the diamond setting.
Another option is a pave setting in the band, set with a row of small diamonds. Not only do pave diamonds reflect more light, they also create a contrast to the center stone, making it seem even larger.
The finer details
One final finishing touch to your ring design will help make your diamond look bigg
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Tags: center stone, engagement ring, small diamonds
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Category: Diamonds
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