East-West Engagement Rings

In an east-west ring the stone is turned to run across the finger instead of along it, giving a classic shape a modern, architectural look. Our east-west designs use emerald, marquise, pear, radiant and criss cut moissanite, made to order in 925 silver or 10K, 14K or 18K gold.

Which shapes work east-west

The setting only changes the look of elongated stones. An emerald cut becomes a bar of light across the finger; a marquise reaches toward each side; a pear sits playfully off-centre; a radiant or criss cut adds sparkle to a clean geometric line.

How it wears

An east-west stone makes the finger look wider rather than longer. Because its narrow side faces the wedding band, a straight band can often sit closer than it would beside a north-south elongated stone. Check the millimetre size on each listing: a stone around 7 to 10 mm long sits comfortably across most fingers.

Want a different stone sideways?

If you would like another shape or a lab grown diamond set east-west, tell us on our custom jewelry page. Read more in east-west engagement rings explained.

Common questions

What is an east-west engagement ring?

A ring where an elongated stone is set sideways, running across the finger parallel to the band instead of pointing toward the fingertip.

Which shape is best east-west?

Emerald and marquise give the boldest, most architectural look; pear and radiant feel softer and more playful.

Does an east-west stone look smaller?

No, but it looks different: wider across the finger instead of longer along it.

Which wedding band suits it?

A slim straight band, plain or pavé, usually sits well beside an east-west ring.

How long does it take?

Each ring is made to order in 8 to 10 business days, then free standard shipping takes 8 to 20 business days, or express 6 to 9 business days.