4 Things to Look for in an Engagement Ring

If you’re looking to propose to the love of your life, you are probably asking yourself how do I find the perfect ring? Do I spend a lot or spend a little? There are so many things to consider. Cost isn’t the only consideration when you’re looking for the perfect one to make them say, “I do!” Here are four things to look for when you’re shopping for an engagement ring.

1.      Finding the right style

There are many different styles of rings. From Classic single diamond solitaire to nature inspired to vintage styles. The traditional ring is usually a single setting diamond that highlights the single gem as the focal centerpiece.

If your soon-to-be spouse enjoys being out in nature, there are rings made to inspire the active lifestyle with inlaid settings and swirling vine style molding. For those who cherish the vintage style, there are timeless rings that have intricate moldings and detailed filigree bands. If you’re loved one is more into the contemporary or modern style, these usually are made as bezel settings with thin metal surrounding the gem or tiny diamond chips inlaid throughout the ring in a dual crossed pattern.

2.      Gems

The traditional gemstone for an engagement ring has usually been the diamond, but with newer times and people wanting more affordable rings or just something that will stand out, other gemstones have become popular.

Choosing diamonds is still perfectly fine and you can judge them by the carats. A single carat diamond is quite large and depending on its cut can be as large as 10 mm which is larger than the average ring finger that is 6 to 8 mm. The second most asked for gem is the ruby. The deeply red color conveys your heart’s desire. The ruby is also quite hard with a Mohs scale score of 9.0.

The third most requested gemstone is the nave blue sapphire whose brilliance shows your depth of love as deep as the ocean. It also has a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs scale.

3.      Handmade or Prefab?

Deciding whether to have the engagement ring handmade or whether you should buy one right off the shelf is an important consideration. Making this decision depends on how much time you have before you decide to pop the question.

If you’re planning to have your ring handmade, cost and time will be what determine when you’ll be able to set the stage for asking. Many people have planned video engagement parties and even asked during a movie. If you’re budget conscious, you may also consider buying something already made. A handmade ring from an artisan is a one of a kind investment that would guarantee that no other person will be wearing your fiancé’s ring.

4.      Material: Gold or Something Else

Traditional rings are usually made of yellow gold and are the most affordable. But with new technologies the industry is able to create rings made of more durable material. But, truthfully, almost any metal can be turned into a ring. If you’re looking for a natural ring, you might consider a ring made of wood.

These don’t necessarily lend themselves to having a gemstone embedded, but they can create a unique ring for your soon-to-be spouse.

Tungsten is an extremely durable material that many men’s rings are made of. Again, they aren’t easily resized and tend to not have gems embedded. The softer metals such as silver, and even platinum make for great rings to have gems settings installed. But gold comes in white, yellow and rose colors that are resizable, beautiful and traditionally long lasting.

Finding the right ring for your perfect engagement entails more than just finding one at the right price. These four things are just a few to consider when you’re choosing the perfect engagement ring. You’ll make that day memorable and special whatever you decide.

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Get Engaged with the Right Ring Choice

Is an engagement to that special person in your life in your offing?

If so, finding the perfect engagement ring doesn’t have to leave you anxious and losing sleep night after night.

While many men may fret over whether or not that special woman in their life will like the ring, let alone say yes to a proposal, the worry (at least about liking the ring) can be removed by some smart shopping sense.

With that in mind, will you get engaged with the right ring choice?

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Do Your Homework Before Buying

So that you can locate the right ring the first time around, keep these pointers in mind:

  1. Know your budget – First and foremost, what kind of financial budget are you working with? While some guys can and will spend thousands and thousands of dollars on that perfect ring, others are more constricted and what they can allocate towards an engagement ring. Look to see where you fall in the financial arena, along with finding out which ring makers/sellers offer the best rings at the best prices. Also look to see what kind of payment plans are available, especially those that do not compromise your financial well-being;
  2. Turn to the worldwide web – There are myriad of collections out there, so do your research to see which one best fits your wishes. You could opt for the morganite engagement rings collection or another such brand. Finding the best brands available is made rather easy these days thanks to the Internet. Unlike in the past when men oftentimes had to rely on word-of-mouth or publications to find out which rings were the best made and best priced, the worldwide web has changed the game. By doing a simple Google search on engagement rings, guys can get a wealth of information, thereby allowing them to narrow down their choices;
  3. Her tastes – While many women love the surprise of being asked to marry the man of their dreams, a sizable number of ladies also want a say in what kind of ring will adorn their finger. Yes, ring shopping can be a tad challenging at times for the happy couple, though most couples get through it just fine. Plan some time together to go and view rings, seeing what she fancies and what doesn’t appeal to her. That way, there won’t be any unhappy moments when you present the ring to her (hopefully a moment that brings a surprised and happy look to her face). As all guys should know, healthy and happy relationships make for the best relationships;
  4. Get social – Turning to social media for some tips on finding the right ring for your lady is not a bad idea. With social networking, you can discover how other guys are going about locating the right rings for their girlfriends. Going to sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc. can provide you with some insight on pricing, the most popular rings in 2016, and some of the unique ways guys go about surprising their gals when the moment is right. You can also choose to visit some relationship forums (they’re not all that hard to track down on the web) in order to chat with other guys about rings and other engagement topics. In fact, getting other women’s feedback on what you might buy for your lady doesn’t hurt either. Engagement chats on the web can oftentimes turn to marriage discussions, so take-in as much information as possible to make things clearer in your head about having the best engagement surprise and the greatest relationship possible;
  5. Go with your heart – Finally, there are some guys (and couples for that matter) that are just too strapped for cash these days. As a result, you may have to delay finding that perfect engagement ring for the love of your life. If that is the case, be up front about why you’re delaying the ring purchase. As they say, honesty is always the best policy, especially when it comes to relationships. You should also talk to ring sellers and get their advice on finding the best ring at the most affordable price. While you may have wanted to spend thousands and thousands of dollars on that special piece of jewelry, something less expensive and a little simpler may just do the trick.
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