Cutting style is categorized into three basic types: step-cut, brilliant-cut and mixed-cut. The difference among these three types is the facets of each style.

Brilliant-cuts are scientifically found to reflect the most light.

Step-cuts have rows of facets that resemble the steps of a staircase. The emerald and baguette are examples of this cutting style.

Mixed-cuts have both step and brilliant-cut facets. One of the most popular types of mixed-cuts is the Princess.