Why the Dutch Marquise is the hottest diamond shape right now
Dutch Marquise Diamonds: The Elongated Cut You’ll Want to Know
Love the elongated look of an oval or marquise, but want something a little less expected?
Meet the Dutch Marquise.
With its long shape, pointed ends and clean geometric lines, it feels modern without being overly unconventional.
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What Is a Dutch Marquise Diamond?
A Dutch Marquise is an elongated diamond shape with pointed ends and straighter, more angular sides than a traditional marquise.
Its outline is clean and geometric, while modified brilliant-style faceting creates lively reflections throughout the stone.
Think architectural on the outside, dynamic on the inside.
Why We Love the Dutch Marquise
It gives you that elongated look
The longer shape creates beautiful finger coverage and draws the eye along the hand.
And remember, carat measures weight, not how large a diamond looks from above. Shape and proportions can make a big difference to how much presence you actually see on the finger.
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The faceting can help minimise bow tie
One of the most interesting things about the Dutch Marquise is its modified brilliant-style faceting.
Elongated diamonds can sometimes show a darker area through the centre known as a bow tie. The Dutch Marquise facet pattern can help break up those darker reflections, making the bow-tie effect less pronounced in a well-cut stone.
The result can be a centre that looks brighter, more balanced and lively as the diamond moves.
It feels different, but still wearable
The straight sides are what really set the Dutch Marquise apart.
A traditional marquise has softer, curved edges. The Dutch Marquise is sharper and more structured, giving it a contemporary feel while still working beautifully as an engagement ring.
If oval is starting to feel a little too familiar, this could be your shape.
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Dutch Marquise vs Traditional Marquise
The easiest way to choose between them?
Traditional Marquise: softer curves, romantic and classic.
Dutch Marquise: straighter edges, sharper geometry and a more contemporary look.
Both give you an elongated shape and pointed ends. It really comes down to which outline you keep coming back to.
Which Setting Works Best?
One of the best things about the Dutch Marquise is how much the setting can change its personality.
- A solitaire keeps things clean and lets the diamond shape do the talking.
- A hidden halo adds extra detail without taking attention away from the centre stone.
- A three-stone design creates more presence and works beautifully with its elongated proportions.
- A nature-inspired design brings old-world romance and vintage vibes to the Dutch Marquise, while its clean geometry keeps the overall look feeling fresh.
Or choose a more detailed, geometric setting if you want the ring to feel even more distinctive.
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What Should You Look for Before Buying?
With a fancy cut like this, don't choose from the grading report alone.
Look at the proportions
Some Dutch Marquise diamonds are longer and slimmer. Others are slightly wider and bolder.
There isn't one perfect ratio. Choose the outline that looks right to you.
Choose the setting around the stone
Those pointed ends need to be considered when the ring is designed. V-prongs, well-positioned claws and thoughtfully designed settings can help protect the diamond while keeping its distinctive shape visible.
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Why Choose a Lab-Grown Dutch Marquise?
Choosing a lab-grown diamond gives you more freedom to focus on what you actually care about — the size, cut, setting and overall ring.
For many couples, it's not about finding the cheapest option.
It's about getting the ring they really want while feeling confident about what they've spent.
Is the Dutch Marquise Right for You?
If you want an elongated engagement ring but don't want the same oval you've seen everywhere, the Dutch Marquise is worth a closer look.
It's clean, geometric, distinctive and still easy to wear every day.
The best sign it's right for you?
You keep coming back to it.
