Picking an Engagement Ring : Basic Ground Rules
Becoming engaged to your partner is one of the most memorable experiences of your life. That day, that night, that place, your proposal, and then, of course, the ring itself, will be something you and the one you love remember forever. Here are some basics ground rules you should keep in mind when it comes to selecting that all-important ring.
The very first thing you need to know is the ring size of your partner. Get it however you can. You might try comparing her old rings, asking friends or relatives, or simply asking her directly. You might even consider just trying on regular rings while out on a date.
Next, you need to consider your price range. Yes, rings can be expensive, but no matter what your price range, there will always be an option in the styles we are going to outline.
The foremost, and most classic engagement ring style is the solitaire. A solitaire is usually a simple band, with one stone, in a variety of metal types ranging from gold to platinum. You might also consider a side stone, which consists of the solitaire with additional smaller stones added to the simple band. And from there, well, it gets much more offbeat. The key to selecting a setting is deciding if you want classic or unusual.
Along the same lines, the classic colored stone would obviously be the simple white diamond. There are, however, varieties of possible colors available, from yellow to pink to blue-tinted.
In addition to color, you will want to consider the shape of the stone. There are a large variety of possible shapes, from Round to Princess to Pear to Heart. Again, you will want to tailor this to your mate, but an important thing to keep in mind is certain shapes are often associated with specific occasions and events, not all of them suitable for an engagement ring. Round and Princess cuts are the most traditional, with the Pear and Heart shapes being much less so.
One last note about engagement rings is that it is becoming easier than ever to find exactly what you want, and what your partner will love. Ring merchants have largely migrated to the internet, and at most of these websites it is now possible to “Build Your Own” ring. Even if you do not intend to purchase online, looking over the selection is a great way to familiarize yourself with all the cuts, colors, and settings that are available today.
Odds are, your partner will adore your ring, whichever combination you choose. The real key to picking a memorable and beautiful engagement ring is, and has always been, picking it with your partner in mind, and remembering that there is no wrong answer.
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