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Cushion Diamond Earrings
Round isn't the only stud shape worth considering, and once you've seen a cushion cut next to a round brilliant, it's hard to unsee the difference. Cushion cut diamond earrings trade the round shape's constant sparkle for something warmer and slightly softer — rounded corners, broader facets, and a glow that reads more vintage than blinding. Our full range of cushion cut diamond earrings covers both square and elongated proportions.
Every pair of cushion diamond earrings in this collection is set with a certified stone, graded on cut, color, clarity, and carat before it's ever mounted. Square and elongated cushion shapes are both here, hand-finished in 18K white, yellow, or rose gold, with secure backs built for daily wear rather than special-occasion-only.
If you've worn round studs for years and want something with a bit more character, or you're specifically searching for cushion cut diamond stud earrings because a ring or pendant in the shape already sits in your collection, this is where that search usually ends.
Shop Cushion EarringsSquare vs. Elongated Cushion, Compared
"Cushion cut" isn't one fixed shape — the proportions shift the whole character of these diamond cushion earrings.
| Shape | Look | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Square Cushion | Rounded corners on an otherwise square outline — the more traditional cushion proportion. | Buyers who want the softened-square look without any elongation. |
| Elongated Cushion | A rectangular cushion shape, stretched along one axis for a longer silhouette. | A slightly more modern take that reads larger for the same carat weight. |
Square diamond earrings in a classic cushion proportion remain the more requested of the two — elongated cushion is the pick for anyone who's already decided they want a shape their friends won't immediately recognize as "just a stud."
Why Choose Cushion Over a Round Stud?
This is the question most people are actually asking when they land on this page, so it's worth answering head-on rather than around it.
A round brilliant is cut purely to maximize sparkle — 58 facets angled to throw the most light possible. A cushion cut trades some of that fire for broader facets and softer corners, which means less blinding sparkle but more warmth and a distinctly vintage character under normal indoor light.
Choose cushion if you want a stud that feels a little different from what everyone else is wearing, or if you already own cushion cut jewelry and want the earrings to match. Choose round instead if maximum brilliance under any lighting is the priority over shape character.
Three Decisions, In Order
Shape Proportion
Square cushion for a classic softened outline, elongated cushion for a shape that reads slightly larger and more modern.
Carat Weight
Cushion cuts show visible size a little differently than round — elongated shapes in particular can read larger for the same carat.
Gold Tone
Match to earrings or jewelry already worn daily, since cushion's warmer tone pairs especially well with yellow and rose gold.
Choosing Your Gold Finish
Every pair of 18k gold diamond earrings in this collection is available in three finishes, each polished before the stone is set.
White Gold Cushion Earrings
A crisp, rhodium-plated finish that adds a bit more contrast to the cushion's softer facet pattern.
Yellow Gold Finish
Warm and vintage-leaning, and arguably the most natural pairing for a cushion cut's already antique character.
Rose Gold Diamond Earrings
A soft blush tone that leans further into the cushion cut's romantic, heirloom-style appeal.
Certified Diamonds. Secure Backs. Built for Daily Wear.
SGL certified jewelryEvery one of our cushion cut diamond stud earrings is independently graded before it's set, cushion shape included in the certification.
Lightweight earringsBuilt to be worn for hours without pulling on the earlobe.
Secure earring backsPush back closures designed to hold their grip through daily on-and-off wear.
Ethical diamond earringsEvery stone is lab grown, skipping traditional mining without changing brilliance or hardness.
A Shape With More Character to Give
Cushion cut jewelry tends to appeal to people who already know they like something a little different from the default — which makes our diamond cushion earrings a strong jewelry gift for her when you already know round studs aren't quite it.
For special occasion earrings specifically, the elongated cushion shape adds enough visual presence to stand out under evening light while still being subtle enough for daytime wear the rest of the week.