About Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds
Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds – Romantic, Radiant, Vintage-Inspired
Cushion Cut lab grown diamonds combine timeless elegance with modern brilliance. Recognised for their soft, pillow-shaped outline and rounded corners, the Cushion Cut offers a blend of antique charm and contemporary sparkle. With advanced CVD and HPHT growth technology, these diamonds share the same chemical composition, hardness, and optical beauty as mined diamonds — differing only in their ethical, above-ground origin.
At Variation, each Cushion Cut diamond is selected for symmetry, facet quality, and fire. Every stone is IGI-certified, ensuring trusted grading standards and full transparency. Loved for their warm glow and distinctive profile, Cushion Cut lab grown diamonds remain a preferred choice for buyers who value both romance and refinement.
What Is a Cushion Cut Diamond?
A Cushion Cut diamond is a brilliant-style cut featuring curved sides and rounded corners, creating a soft and elegant silhouette. Its facets are designed to enhance fire and depth, producing a rich, romantic sparkle that differs from the sharper brilliance of modern cuts.
Key Characteristics
Pillow-shaped outline with rounded edges
Brilliant-style faceting for intense fire
Vintage appeal with a modern light performance
Exceptional clarity and depth perception
100% real diamond (pure carbon crystal)
Certified by respected international gemological laboratories
Cushion Cut diamonds offer a soft, romantic glow and a unique identity that sets them apart from other brilliant cuts.
Why Choose Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds from Variation?
Variation is trusted globally for precision cutting, ethical sourcing, and transparent quality standards. Each Cushion Cut diamond undergoes strict evaluation for brilliance, symmetry, and proportioning.
Why Customers Choose Variation
100% real diamonds — never simulants
IGI-certified grading for authenticity and accuracy
Ethical and conflict-free production
Superior faceting for enhanced fire and depth
Direct-from-manufacturer pricing
Strict optical quality checks for sparkle and symmetry
Variation Cushion Cut diamonds are ideal for buyers seeking a diamond with vintage beauty and modern performance.
Diamond Shapes and Varieties Available
Cushion Cut diamonds are available in multiple variations, each offering distinct personality and brilliance.
What Makes the Cushion Cut Unique?
Soft, rounded silhouette with a romantic profile
Brilliant-style facets that highlight fire and glow
Vintage charm with contemporary sparkle
Versatile proportions suitable for various design preferences
Each diamond is proportioned with precision to maximize brightness, dispersion, and visual impact.
IGI Certification – Global Standards You Can Trust
Every Cushion Cut lab grown diamond from Variation includes an IGI certificate, verifying accuracy and consistency across all essential grading factors.
What the IGI Certificate Verifies
Cut grade and facet precision
Colour grade (D–F)
Clarity grade (VVS1–VS2)
Carat weight
Proportions and measurements
Laser inscription for authenticity
This provides confidence, transparency, and globally recognised grading performance for every diamond.
Ethical Brilliance and Responsible Creation
Variation diamonds are grown using sustainable, environmentally responsible methods that greatly reduce ecological impact while delivering exceptional beauty and precision.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Zero mining
Traceable diamond growth
Reduced carbon footprint
Inventory-free, demand-based production
Transparent pricing and sourcing
Every Cushion Cut diamond reflects purity, responsibility, and a modern approach to fine luxury.
Ideal for Engagement Rings, Jewellery Settings and Custom Designs
Although this collection features loose diamonds, Cushion Cut diamonds are widely chosen for:
Engagement rings
Solitaire rings
Pendants
Stud earrings
Diamond necklaces
Custom jewellery creations
Their romantic proportions and rich fire make them perfect for elegant, expressive designs.
Worldwide Shipping and Transparent Value
Variation ships securely to customers worldwide, ensuring a smooth and trusted purchasing experience.
You receive:
IGI-certified Cushion Cut diamonds
Direct-from-manufacturer pricing
Transparent global value
Secure, trackable international delivery
Premium documentation for authenticity
Our pricing remains honest, consistent, and transparent across all markets.
The Future of Modern Luxury
Cushion Cut lab grown diamonds from Variation combine vintage charm with modern brilliance — offering expressive sparkle, romantic curves, and timeless elegance. They provide long-term value and enduring beauty for buyers who expect exceptional craftsmanship and ethical luxury.
Explore Variation’s Cushion Cut lab grown diamonds today and discover brilliance shaped by heritage, innovation, and responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes cushion cut lab grown diamonds unique? +
Cushion cut diamonds combine soft, rounded edges with brilliant faceting, creating a
romantic, vintage look. Their pillow-like shape offers excellent fire and a warm, elegant
sparkle that many people love for engagement rings.
Do cushion cut diamonds look larger or smaller than round diamonds of the same carat weight? +
Cushion cuts tend to appear slightly smaller than round and oval diamonds due to their
deeper cut. However, their soft, open face-up shape gives them a bold, luxurious presence
that stands out beautifully in jewellery.
What is the difference between cushion brilliant and cushion modified cuts? +
Cushion brilliant diamonds have larger, more defined facets and deliver crisp, intense
sparkle. Cushion modified diamonds feature extra facets and create a “crushed ice” look
with softer, shimmering reflections. Both styles are popular and beautiful.
What is the ideal length-to-width ratio for cushion cut diamonds? +
Ratios between 1.00 and 1.05 give a perfect square shape, while 1.10–1.20 create
a more elongated rectangular appearance. Each ratio offers a distinct style, depending on
personal preference.
Do cushion cut diamonds hide inclusions well? +
Yes. Cushion cuts hide inclusions effectively due to their deeper cut and brilliant
faceting. Most buyers choose VVS–VS clarity for a clean appearance, especially in lab grown diamonds.
Are cushion cut diamonds good for engagement rings and daily wear? +
Absolutely. Their rounded corners make them less prone to chipping compared to shapes
with sharp points. They are durable, timeless, and versatile in many engagement ring
settings.
Which settings best complement cushion cut diamonds? +
Cushion cuts look stunning in halo, solitaire, vintage-inspired, double-halo, pavé, and
3-stone settings. Their shape blends beautifully with both classic and contemporary designs.
Are cushion cut lab grown diamonds certified by IGI or GIA? +
Yes. Cushion cut lab grown diamonds are certified by IGI, GIA, and other trusted gemological
laboratories, ensuring accurate grading of the 4Cs and growth method.
What diamond colors look best in cushion cut shapes? +
Cushion diamonds hold color slightly more than round diamonds. For a bright, white look,
many buyers prefer D–H color. Lab grown diamonds make high color grades more affordable.
Do cushion cut lab grown diamonds come in different sizes and styles? +
Yes. Cushion cuts are available from under 0.50 ct to 10+ ct in both brilliant and modified
styles, offering excellent variety for engagement rings, studs, and fine jewellery.
Carat guide
Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds by Carat Weight
Discover Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds across key carat sizes. Compare finger coverage, softness of shape, and pricing as you move from classic 1 carat cushions to dramatic 5 carat centre stones.
A beautifully balanced size combining soft corners with refined sparkle for everyday elegance.
A luxurious upgrade in size with a romantic, pillow-like shape that feels both modern and timeless.
A bold, centre-stage size with striking presence and a soft square profile that flatters every hand.
A statement-making cushion with commanding surface area and rich, full-face sparkle.
An ultra-luxury cushion with dramatic finger coverage and showpiece brilliance for true collectors.
Shape Guide
Explore Other Lab Grown Diamond Shapes
Exploring Cushion Cut Lab Grown Diamonds? Compare it with other shapes to discover the outline that best matches your style, brilliance preference, and finger coverage.
The classic choice with exceptional brilliance and timeless appeal.
An elongated outline that enhances finger length and face-up size.
Step-cut facets offering clarity, elegance, and a refined hall-of-mirrors effect.
A tapered teardrop outline that elongates the hand with a distinctive look.
Strong finger coverage with pointed ends for a dramatic, elongated appearance.
Modern brilliance with clipped corners and lively internal reflections.
A sharp, square profile with strong brilliance and contemporary character.
A meaningful heart-shaped outline with a defined cleft and balanced lobes.
A bold triangular outline with sharp edges and a striking, modern feel.
A geometric six-sided silhouette for design-forward, distinctive jewellery.
A curated edit of distinctive, uncommon shapes for truly individual pieces.