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Cushion diamonds can take the form of a square or rectangle depending on their length-to-width ratio, and that single detail changes the entire feel of the stone. A ratio close to 1:1 gives a classic, rounded square look, while a higher ratio stretches the silhouette into something more elongated and dramatic, better suited to certain hand shapes and finger lengths. Neither style is inherently better; it’s a matter of what appeals to you visually.
A 0.24-carat, IGI-certified, Ideal cut, D color, VVS2 clarity cushion lab grown diamond costs around $128 at Loose Grown Diamond. Since D already lies at the top of the color scale, most of what shifts the price here comes down to carat weight and clarity rather than color, which stays fixed at its highest possible grade regardless of other factors.
VVS2 clarity keeps this stone reading completely clean at typical viewing distance, and paired with an Ideal cut, the facets work together to produce that signature soft, romantic glow the cushion cut is known for, rather than the sharper flash of a brilliant round. That warmth is part of what draws so many buyers to this shape specifically, especially for engagement rings and other sentimental pieces.
Because cushion diamonds have rounded rather than sharp corners, they’re a fairly low-maintenance shape to set and wear daily. A classic four-prong mount shows off the pillow silhouette, while a halo setting adds extra sparkle around the perimeter and can make the center stone appear larger than its actual carat weight would otherwise suggest.
If you have a specific carat weight, clarity grade, or ratio in mind, Loose Grown Diamond will gladly cut a cushion diamond to match your preferences. Let us know what you’re picturing, or send a reference photo, and we’ll create your own signature piece you can own with pride.
D color represents the highest color grade, indicating a completely colorless diamond with exceptional purity and brilliance.
Yes, D color diamonds are the brightest and whitest, lacking any noticeable yellow or brown tint.
While more accessible than in natural diamonds, D color lab grown diamonds are still considered premium and less common.
Lab diamonds may not hold value like mined ones, but D color and a quality cut can help maintain resale interest.
Cushion cuts have a softer sparkle with larger flashes of light (known as “chunky fire”) rather than the sharp brilliance of round cuts.
Yes, cushion shape lab grown diamonds are typically 30–40% more affordable than their natural counterparts with the same specs.
Yes, they are available in various carat weights, from under 0.5 carat to 5+ carats.
