{"id":22350,"date":"2026-02-18T19:44:16","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T19:44:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=22350"},"modified":"2026-02-18T19:44:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T19:44:18","slug":"about-diamond-bowtie-effect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/about-diamond-bowtie-effect\/","title":{"rendered":"The Diamond Bowtie Effect Explained (and How to Avoid It)"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 3<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-16px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

When you envision your dream diamond, you\u00a0<\/span><\/span>likely imagine<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>a stone that captures light from every angle, radiating brilliance and fire. However, for certain popular diamond shapes, a hidden shadow can sometimes get in the way of that perfect sparkle.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In this guide,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>we\u2019ll<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>explain\u00a0<\/span><\/span>what\u00a0<\/span><\/span>the bowtie effect is, why it happens<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>how it affects appearance and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>value<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>most importantly<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>how to avoid it when shopping for diamonds.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

What Is the Bowtie Effect in Diamonds?<\/h2>\n

The bowtie effect is a<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>dark shadow that\u00a0<\/span><\/span>appears\u00a0<\/span><\/span>across the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>middle<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>of certain faceted diamonds, most commonly oval, marquise, pear and\u00a0<\/span>occas<\/span>iona<\/span>lly<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>heart<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>shapes<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>When<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>you look at the diamond\u00a0<\/span><\/span>from the top, th<\/span>at shadow<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>resembles<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>the shape of a bowtie<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>which is exactly how it got its name.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

V<\/span>isually,\u00a0<\/span>it<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>looks like two triangular dark regions\u00a0<\/span><\/span>that meet in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>the center<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>stretch<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>across the\u00a0<\/span><\/span>width of the stone<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Depending on the cut and lighting, the bowtie can be subtle and barely noticeable or\u00a0<\/span><\/span>more pronounced and hard<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>to miss<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Why Does the Bowtie Happen?<\/h2>\n

To understand the bowtie effect, it helps to\u00a0recognize\u00a0how light\u00a0travels through\u00a0a diamond.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A well-cut diamond captures light entering\u00a0through\u00a0the top\u00a0(the table), reflects it\u00a0off the internal facets and bounces it back to your eye as brilliance.\u00a0<\/span>However, if the facets are misaligned or poorly proportioned, light “leaks” out the bottom or sides of the stone instead of returning to the surface.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In fancy shapes\u00a0<\/span>(those other than round),\u00a0the faceting patterns are more complex and vary greatly.\u00a0Certain\u00a0configurations naturally encourage uneven light return.\u00a0The bowtie\u00a0emerges\u00a0specifically when light is lost through these central\u00a0facets, creating a distinctive “dead zone” of shadow where the viewer expects to see sparkle.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

Which Diamond Shapes Are Most Prone to Bowties?<\/h2>\n

Because of their elongated\u00a0<\/span><\/span>facets<\/span>, certain fancy cuts are more likely to show a bowtie. Here is the risk level by shape:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Marquise \/ Oval \/ Pear:\u00a0<\/strong>High<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Radiant \/ Heart:\u00a0<\/strong>Moderate<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Cushion \/ Princess:\u00a0<\/strong>Low<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Round\u00a0\/ Emerald \/ Asscher:<\/strong>\u00a0None<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”-25px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

    How Bowties Affect Diamond Appearance<\/h2>\n

    It\u2019s\u00a0important to note:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • A slight bowtie is\u00a0normal\u00a0in many fancy shapes and not inherently bad.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    • A heavy, dark bowtie, however, can noticeably dull the diamond\u2019s sparkle and make it appear lifeless from certain angles.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The effect is especially visible in natural daylight or strong lighting conditions\u2014exactly the environments where you want your diamond to shine.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Here\u2019s how bowties can differ:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

      Minimal Bowtie\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Light and color return appear even across the shape.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Dark\u00a0area is\u00a0faint and not distracting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Sparkle\u00a0remains\u00a0vibrant from multiple angles.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Obvious Bowtie\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • Dark zones dominate the center.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Diamond appears\u00a0\u201cdead\u201d in certain lighting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Sparkle is reduced and uneven.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Our ring experts<\/span>\u00a0can<\/span>\u00a0help you\u00a0<\/span>identify<\/span>\u00a0these<\/span>\u00a0details and weigh the pros and cons.<\/span>\u00a0If<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>you\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>purchasing<\/span>\u00a0online,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>it\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>a good idea<\/span>\u00a0to ask for<\/span><\/span>\u00a0real<\/span>–<\/span>life images of the diamond.<\/span>\u00a0Many\u00a0<\/span>modern\u00a0<\/span>tools now<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>allow for a display\u00a0<\/span>of the diamond<\/span>\u00a0from multiple viewing angles.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Since a bowtie\u00a0<\/span>won’t<\/span>\u00a0appear on a grading report, seeing the diamond in motion is the only way to<\/span>\u00a0verify\u00a0<\/span>its\u00a0<\/span>sparkle.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

          How to Avoid a Diamond Bowtie<\/h2>\n

          If\u00a0<\/span><\/span>you\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>shopping for<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>a fancy-shaped diamond\u00a0<\/span><\/span>and want to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>avoid a noticeable bowtie<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>here\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>what to focus on:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Check the proportions: <\/span><\/strong>E<\/span><\/span><\/span>very fancy shape has ideal measurements (length-to-width ratios, table size<\/span>and<\/span>crown<\/span>and<\/span>pavilion<\/span>angles) that help<\/span>optimize<\/span>light performance.<\/span>Our ring<\/span>experts<\/span><\/span><\/span>can<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>gu<\/span>ide you through what these numbers mean<\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
          • Ask for\u00a0<\/span>m<\/span>ultiple\u00a0<\/span>a<\/span>ngles and\u00a0<\/span>v<\/span>ideos<\/span>:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong>S<\/span><\/span>tatic photos can be misleading. Request<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>r<\/span>otating video under consistent light<\/span>, plus\u00a0<\/span><\/span>i<\/span>mages from t<\/span>he top,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>side<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and angled\u00a0<\/span><\/span>views<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Movement reveals how light behaves throughout the diamond.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
          • See it in person when possible:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong> There\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>no substitute for seeing a diamond with your own eyes. In-person viewing lets you see how the bowtie responds to real lighting.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
          • W<\/span>ork with\u00a0<\/span>a\u00a0<\/span>t<\/span>rusted\u00a0<\/span>j<\/span>eweler<\/span>:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong>At Borsheims,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>we<\/span>\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>completely transparent about our diamonds. We\u2019ll help you understand their qualities and guide you to the diamond that shines just the way you want.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”-42px|auto||auto||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Diamond Education Guides” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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