The cushion cut has always been the romantic's choice. Soft corners and larger facets catch light in a way that feels warmer than a round brilliant or the elongated formality of an oval. In 2026 India, the cushion is having a quiet resurgence, driven by couples who want vintage character and by lab-grown diamonds that make the shape accessible at price points that did not exist three years ago.
Style the Ocean Crest 2.5 Ct oval cocktail ring across Indian festive, corporate, and milestone moments with placement, stacking, and metal coordination.
1.5 to 2 carats is the oval solitaire tier where size becomes undeniably visible on the hand. It's also where the buying decisions get more consequential — cut proportions matter more, the bow-tie effect is more pronounced, and the jump from 1.5 to 2 carats costs significantly more than the jump from 1 to 1.5. This guide covers all of it.
1 carat is the most searched carat weight for lab-grown diamond rings in India. Oval is the most requested shape. This is the guide that explains what you actually get at this tier, the mm measurements, the solitaire vs hidden halo question, the EF/VVS grade, the gold options, and the real India pricing for 2026.
Most diamonds are cut the same way. The Portuguese cut is not. With 160 or more facets compared to the 57 of a standard round brilliant, it produces a different category of light entirely. This is the guide to what it is, how it works, and why True Diamond is the only place in India to get one.
The pear with a hidden halo is one of the most misunderstood combinations in jewellery. From the top, it looks like a clean solitaire. From the side, it's a completely different ring. This is the guide that explains both sides.
