Close your eyes and picture a diamond ring.

Chances are, you're imagining a round or princess-cut diamond. After all, they're some of the most popular choices. From engagement rings to earrings, billboards to social media pages, these classic diamond shapes are everywhere.

But there's another diamond cut making a comeback: the marquise.

Though it has been around for centuries, the marquise cut quietly faded from the spotlight. Now, its distinctive elongated shape and brilliant sparkle are capturing attention once again. Elegant, eye-catching, and a little unexpected, the marquise is proving that some classics are worth rediscovering.

Can you guess which human organ was the marquise diamond-shaped after? If your answer is 'eye,' you are not too far from the facts.

Table of Content

• Let's Rewind…
• How Did A Centuries-Old Diamond Cut Find Its Place Among The Top Trends Of 2026?
• Marquise Diamond Is About More Than Rings!
• Are You Convinced Yet?
• FAQs

Let’s Rewind…

So, story time!

At a masked ball in 1715 at Versailles, the King of France, Louis XV, encountered a Parisian commoner named Jean Antoinette Poisson. She swept the King away. He made her his chief mistress and gave her a prominent position at court, Marquise de Pompadour (you see where this is going?). The king adored her; she was not only beautiful but also highly educated. The king found her lips extremely beautiful and commissioned the royal jeweler to craft a diamond that resembled her lips. That is how the Marquise diamond, which is stealing hearts even today, came into existence. The diamond is a sign of admiration and love.

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How Did A Centuries-Old Diamond Cut Find Its Place Among The Top Trends Of 2026? 

Back in 2024, Benny Blanco proposed to Selena Gomez with a marquise diamond ring, and the internet went crazy. Cut to today, it is one of the most admired diamond shapes. And why not? It is indeed one of a kind for so many right reasons.

• Vintage Elegance

The marquise jewelry gives elegance without being loud. Round, oval, and pear-shaped diamonds never went out of style; they are indeed the classics that people choose over and over again. That said, they lack the charm and uniqueness of a marquise cut that was inspired by sheer admiration for a loved one.

• Refined Silhouette

The silhouette of this diamond is elongated, which gives one’s features an air of elegance. The cut allows light to reflect beautifully, making the diamond shine as beautifully as you.

• Sparkly Illusion

The elongated diamonds create an illusion of a bigger diamond in comparison to round diamonds of the same carat.  With the eye-structured table of the diamond, it looks bigger and stunningly beautiful in diamond earrings and necklaces.

• Versatile styling

The modern jewelers recognize the beauty of a marquise diamond. It is showing up in fresh styling ideas, from tennis bracelets to colored marquise diamond studs; the vintage diamond is showing up in new designs and making headlines every day.

• Loved by celebrities

Be it the fashion icon Victoria Beckham or the favorite pop star Selena Gomez, no one can say no to a beautiful marquise-cut diamond ring. Their rings have been the talk of the town for ages, and the new generation approves.

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Marquise Diamond Is About More Than Rings!

Say Yes to the Marquise Necklace!

Marquise necklaces are all about the bling. From everyday chains and pendants to statement necklaces, marquise necklaces are all about subtle glamour. From a boardroom to a party, they go with any outfit. Don’t believe us? Keep reading and you will.

• You are a bold personality who likes to sparkle

Marquise necklaces are the best choice for layering and adding that extra bling to dazzle. While marquise is a slim, elongated diamond, the cut allows the light to reflect in a way that the shine might just make you blind.

• You are an understated glamor kind of person

A simple necklace with a single marquise diamond goes with every outfit. From a satin dress to cool casuals, a marquise diamond necklace will elevate the look without making too much noise.

• You are an indecisive one (like the majority of us)
  Just go with the mood. Marquise diamonds are a perfect combination of subtle and shiny. They are beautiful and confident to make it alone, but if the mood strikes, they are also delicate and pair amazingly well with other jewelry.

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Are Marquise Earrings A Thing Now?

You might own studs in round diamonds, a princess cut, or even an emerald cut one, but have you seen marquise-cut diamond earrings? If not, get excited, because your fashion sense is about to leap to the next level.

Marquise earrings are for those who go beyond trends and understand fashion on a deeper level, who do not settle for ordinary. From bold and gorgeous dangle earrings to delicate flower patterns, the marquise jewelry is an absolute style statement. So if they aren’t a thing yet, they should definitely be.

You can choose your marquise earrings style based on the occasion.

• Everyday Wear

An elegant stud marquise earring that sits beautifully on your ears and goes perfectly with formal wear as well as casual wear. They are indeed a must-have in your accessories drawer.

• Occasional Wear

From a low-key party to a family function, a pair of marquise earrings arranged like a flower will never disappoint. From long satin dresses to understated solid colors, these earrings will go perfectly with everything.

• Special occasions

Some days are extra special and call for that extra bling to pack the punch. For those kinds of days, marquise hoop earrings or marquise dangling earrings cannot go wrong

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Are You Convinced Yet?

We are all sold on round and oval diamonds; it is the safe option. It looks beautiful and is loved universally. That said, one cannot help but notice the beauty and the unmistakable charm of marquise jewelry. All in all, it is one of those diamonds that gives your money's worth without compromising on style. So if you are someone who likes to stand out in a crowd, a marquise is the perfect diamond for you!

FAQs

Does a marquise cut sparkle brighter than a round cut?

A round-cut diamond sparkles brightest as they reflect light from all angles. However, the marquise cut with its elongated shape creates flashes of light that cannot be ignored.

Which diamond shape is best for small fingers?

Elongated diamond shapes like an emerald cut or a marquise cut complement small fingers the best by creating an illusion of length.

Is a marquise diamond a good choice for an engagement ring?

Yes. Marquise shape is an excellent choice for an engagement ring, thanks to its distinctive shape and eye-catching presence.