Marquise Engagement Rings

Marquise Cut Engagement Rings: Long, Dramatic & Unmistakably Elegant
The marquise cut diamond is one of the most distinctive and romantic shapes ever created and one of the most misunderstood. With its elongated body, pointed tips at each end, and boat-like silhouette, the marquise is a shape with genuine historical romance: it was reportedly commissioned by King Louis XV of France to mimic the shape of the lips of his beloved Marquise de Pompadour. That story has been told for centuries, and the shape has never lost its air of aristocratic elegance.
From a practical standpoint, the marquise cut is one of the most flattering shapes for the hand. Its elongated profile extends visually along the length of the finger, creating the illusion of a slimmer, longer hand an effect no other diamond shape can match as dramatically. The marquise also has one of the largest surface areas per carat of any cut, meaning a marquise diamond looks significantly larger than a round or cushion of the same carat weight. For buyers who want maximum visual impact within their budget, the marquise is a strategic and beautiful choice.
At Wedding Bands & Co., Chicago's Gold Coast custom jewelry studio, our marquise cut engagement ring collection features spanning classic pavé bands, sleek solitaires, east-west orientations, and elaborate halo designs that frame the marquise's pointed silhouette. Every setting is available in 14K and 18K white gold, yellow gold, rose gold, and platinum, and is compatible with natural or lab-grown marquise cut diamonds selected by our GIA-certified gemologist Koorosh Daneshgar.
Every ring in our collection can be fully customized. Visit us at 43 E Oak Street in Chicago's Gold Coast for a free one-on-one consultation.