Here are 8 expert tips on picking the perfect engagement ring for your fiancé!
Once you’ve made the decision to spend the rest of your life with your special someone, the next step, and quite possibly the most exciting and nerve-wracking, is choosing the perfect engagement ring. Your engagement ring symbolizes your love and commitment to your relationship, and it’s something your partner will wear every day for the rest of their life, so you need to pick wisely.
There are a lot of different factors you’ll need to consider when choosing the perfect engagement ring. Doing a little engagement ring homework before heading to the jewelry store will help make the process a lot easier.
At De Boulle Diamond & Jewelry, we understand that choosing the right ring, getting the right size, and figuring out that perfect moment can be a lot. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our experts. They can provide you with tips for getting the right size, cut, and metal so you look like a the most thorough planner and they won’t be able to not say yes on that big day.
Our 8 Expert Tips for Buying the Perfect Engagement Ring!
- Getting the Right Measurement
Before you start shopping, you’ll need an accurate measurement of your partner’s ring finger. If you’re shopping as a couple, just drop into a jewelry store and have their ring finger professionally measured. However, if it’s a surprise, there are a few strategies to get an accurate measurement. You can take another ring from their collection and have that measured, or recruit one of their friends to subtly and carefully get a comparison ring size.
- Determining the Desired Shape
Now that you have the size, it’s time to consider the aesthetics. There are various diamond shapes to choose from, including Round, Princess, Emerald, Oval, Baguette, Pear, Marquis, Heart, Asscher, Radiant, Cushion, and Trilliant. By familiarizing yourself with the different shapes you’ll be able to narrow down your favorite. However, it’s important to note that shape size will have an impact on price as different shapes are more expensive. You’ll need to find a balance between diamond size and shape to suit your budget and requirements.
- Choosing the Carat Size
While color and clarity can be adjusted to find a diamond within your budget, carat size plays an important role. Size really does matter when it comes to picking a diamond!
If you think your partner would prefer a large stone over a perfect stone, you could go for a more budget-friendly cut and larger stone. If they want a perfect diamond, you can choose a rarer cut, and the carat size won’t be as significant.
- Picking the Right Metal
Once you have the diamond narrowed down, it’s time to look at what metal the ring band will be. The most popular metals are yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, silver, and platinum. You’ll need to consider your partner’s skin tone. Check out their jewelry box or take note of what style of jewelry they typically wear on a day-to-day basis.
- Don’t Forget the Wedding Band
It’s easy to forget about the next ring you’ll need to buy when shopping for an engagement ring.
When you’re selecting a band color, style, and shape, remember that the wedding ring will also need to match it. Talk to your jeweler about the wedding ring while you’re choosing your engagement ring so that the two rings complement each other.
- Assessing the 4Cs
The 4Cs are cut color, clarity, and carat. To the naked eye, most diamonds will appear colorless and flawless. It’s only under magnification by an expert that you’ll be able to determine if your diamond isn’t perfect. If you’re working under a strict budget, you can get a lot of value for money by choosing a diamond that’s not quite perfect. However, the cut plays a large role in how the diamond will look. A well-cut diamond that’s not quite perfect will still look amazing.
- Certified
When you’re talking to your jeweler, ask them about their certification process. Regardless of budget, it’s essential to work with professionals who back up their diamonds with certification and remember, if it sounds too good to be true, then it most likely is. At De Boulle Diamond & Jewelry, we stock a wide selection of beautiful diamond jewelry and exquisite diamond engagement rings and stand behind the quality of our workmanship.
- Don’t Be Scared to Negotiate
Choosing the perfect engagement ring within your budget is often one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll make. Be upfront about your budget and expectations and ask whether or not your jeweler can work with you.
8 Tips for Finding The Perfect Engagement Ring – Conclusion
It’s essential to do some research into engagement rings before rushing out and buying the first one you see. If it’s a surprise engagement, it’ll take a little more hard work to narrow down personal favorites and styles, but by doing your homework, the final choice will be that much better.
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