Custom Cushion Cut Engagement Rings: Shapes, Settings and Price
Posted by YANIV SEGAL
A custom cushion cut engagement ring starts with two choices: a square or elongated cushion, and a setting that protects its rounded corners, such as four or eight prongs, a halo, a hidden halo or a vintage filigree. Send us a photo of the cushion ring you love, and we rebuild it in 3D for you to approve. Price is driven mostly by the stone you pick.
What is a cushion cut?
A cushion cut is a square or rectangular stone with softly rounded corners and curved sides, like a pillow. It has large facets that give bold flashes of light.
The shape has a long history in antique jewelry, which is why cushion rings feel both romantic and classic. It suits halos, vintage settings and clean modern designs alike.
Square or elongated cushion: which should you choose?
Cushions come in different outlines. The length-to-width ratio tells you how square or rectangular the stone looks.
| Cushion outline | Approximate ratio | Look on the hand | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square cushion | About 1.00 to 1.05 | Soft, balanced, classic | Halos and vintage designs |
| Slightly elongated | About 1.10 to 1.15 | A gentle rectangle | Couples between square and oval |
| Elongated cushion | About 1.20 and above | Longer, slimming on the finger | Solitaires and three-stone rings |
Neither is better. Square cushions feel traditional, while elongated cushions make the finger look longer. If your inspiration photo shows one, tell us and we keep that outline in the design.
Which setting works best for a cushion cut?
A cushion's corners are rounded, so it is less fragile than a princess cut. The corners still deserve protection, and the setting also changes how big the stone looks.
| Setting | Look | Protects corners? | Segal example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solitaire (4 or 8 prongs) | Clean, shows the full outline | Yes, with a prong at each corner | Built from your photo |
| Halo | Bigger face-up size, extra sparkle | Yes, small stones surround the edge | Jade No. 24, from $4,828 |
| Hidden halo | Solitaire look from above, sparkle from the side | Partly, supports the base | Built from your photo |
| Vintage filigree | Antique detail and milgrain | Yes, when paired with corner prongs | Elaina No. 45, from $6,640 |
| Hidden diamond | A surprise stone inside the band | Depends on the head design | Nova No. 8, from $5,252 |
| Three-stone | Center flanked by two side stones | Yes, with corner prongs | Built from your photo |
Does a halo make a cushion look bigger?
Yes. A halo of small stones extends the visible outline, so the ring reads larger than the center alone. It is the classic way to get a big look with a smaller center.
A cushion halo also has a vintage feel, because the shape and the halo both trace back to older jewelry styles.
Prongs and corners: what to check in the design
- Four prongs show more of the stone; eight prongs (a pair at each corner) add security.
- Prongs should sit on the corners, where the stone is most exposed.
- Check the side view so the setting is not so tall that it snags.
- Plan the wedding band now, especially with a halo, so it can sit flush.
Our guide to the 3D design preview explains how to review these details before the ring is made.
Which stone should your cushion be?
You can choose a natural diamond, lab-created diamond, moissanite or a colored gemstone. The stone affects price more than anything else.
Moissanite (9.25 on the Mohs scale) keeps the budget lower. Lab-created and natural diamonds are both 10. Sapphire and ruby, at 9, make striking cushion centers, and emerald (7.5 to 8) suits a protective halo.
Compare stones in our custom moissanite engagement ring and custom gemstone engagement ring guides.
How do you get a custom cushion cut ring made?
- Send a photo, screenshot or sketch on our custom ring from a photo page, with ring size, budget and date if known.
- Our designers rebuild it in 3D, and you approve the design preview, with changes until it is right.
- Choose the stone and the metal: 14K or 18K yellow, white or rose gold, or platinum.
- Optionally wear the $199 Try It In Real Life replica. You keep it, and the $199 is credited on orders of $1,000 or more.
- We handcraft the ring to order in our Los Angeles workshop, with conflict-free stones.
Every ring includes free worldwide shipping, free engraving, free 60-day resizing and a lifetime warranty. Tell us your date when you send the photo, and we'll confirm the timeline before you order.
Send us your photoCushion rings you can start from
- Vintage Classic Halo Cushion Pink Moissanite Ring - Skylar No. 802 — from $3,578 — a pink cushion with a vintage halo.
- Cushion Black Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - Jade No. 24 — from $4,828 — a halo that makes the center look larger.
- Sapphire Vintage Filigree Cushion Cut Engagement Ring - Elaina No. 45 — from $6,640 — filigree detail for an antique look.
- Modern Emerald Cushion Cut Engagement Ring - Uma No. 64 — from $8,428 — a green cushion in a modern setting.
On each ring page, the photo switches to the exact metal and stone you choose, so you see your version before checkout.
Shop cushion cut engagement ringsFrequently asked questions
Is a cushion cut good for an engagement ring? Yes. Its rounded corners are less prone to chipping than sharp corners, and it suits many settings.
Should I choose a square or elongated cushion? Square feels classic and suits halos; elongated looks longer on the finger and suits solitaires.
Does a cushion halo look bigger? Yes. The halo extends the visible outline, so the ring looks larger than the center stone alone.
How much does a custom cushion cut ring cost? It depends mostly on the stone and metal. The cushion designs in this guide start from $3,578, and we quote your photo at no cost.
Can you make a cushion ring from my photo? Yes. We design an original ring inspired by your photo and send a 3D preview to approve.
