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In recent years, diamond trends in Cape Town and across South Africa have shifted toward individuality, character, and timeless design.

In this guide, we break down the most popular diamond shapes, what makes each unique, and
who they suit best – with a South African buyer’s perspective in mind.

Choosing the perfect diamond is one of the most important steps in designing an engagement ring – and today, South Africans can choose between natural diamonds and lab-grown diamonds. Both are real diamonds, both sparkle beautifully, and both can be certified by leading grading laboratories such as GIA and IGI.