Practical Tips on Determining the Perfect Engagement Ring for Her

You've found the love of your life and you want to be with her forever. Whatever your marriage proposal ideas are, it's important that you secure the engagement ring you need to give her. So how do you make sure that the jewellery is right for her?

Shop together

These days, many couples are opting to shop for their engagement rings together. Perhaps they eliminated the element of surprise or maybe there already was a proposal but with a temporary ring. The great thing about shopping together is that you can be sure your fiancé will have the engagement ring that she'll love. Also, you can consider having an engagement ring that will complement or that can be attached to a wedding ring later on, which means that you'll have to buy both rings from the same supplier.

Know your options on diamond rings

They say that diamonds are a girl's best friend; thus, consider these precious stones especially when you're shopping alone and opting for a surprise proposal. The rule of thumb when it comes to diamond engagement rings is that the bigger the stone, the better. You need to consider your budget, however, because diamonds are more expensive the bigger they are.

Get the basics covered

If you're planning a surprise proposal, make sure that the ring will fit her. In short, do every possible ways to know her ring size. You can ask help from her friends or relatives, but make sure they can be trusted to keep a secret. Or you can try these 7 stealthy ways to get her ring size.

When it comes to the ring design, consider her lifestyle. If she always uses her hands at work or in her everyday life, you might want to get a smooth ring that won't interfere with her tasks. Rings with channel, bar or flush settings are recommended designs.

To further determine the perfect design for her, visit an experienced ring designer and manufacturer. Read the client testimonials from their website or from review sites to be sure that you're dealing with a trusted, reliable jeweller.

Complementary Designs for Wedding and Engagement Rings

While many engagement rings are designed to be wedding rings at the same time, there are couples who still want to have the two rings separately. If you're one of them, you might think about soldering your rings to wear them on and off as a single unit. There are also attachments or adjusters you can use when you want to connect your rings without soldering. But the more important question is, "how can you match your wedding ring with your engagement ring?" Here are some ideas for common engagement ring designs.

1. Non-Standard Shaped Band

Engagement rings with unique shapes are becoming more common these days, and if you have one, your best options are wedding bands with a shape that can fit snugly with them. You might have to visit a jewellery shop so you can try on some potential rings. Alternatively, you can contact a trusted ring maker and designer to help you with bespoke designs.

2. Solitaire (Prong) Setting

The most classic and common engagement ring design is one with a simple metal band featuring a single diamond or gemstone set on tiny metal claw. This design, regardless of the cut of the stone, is also the most flexible since it complements any wedding band design especially a thin one paved with stones or more commonly known as eternity ring.

3. Coloured Gemstone

For engagement rings with a coloured gemstone as the centre stone, opt for a wedding ring that incorporates the same gemstone and/or colour along its metal band in channel setting. Also, consider a design that alternates coloured and white stones.

4. Pavé Band with Centre Stone

Engagement rings with precious stones lining through the band and a stunning centre stone can further have the limelight on your fingers when you opt for simple wedding rings that are devoid of any stone.

5. Pavé Band without Centre Stone

Engagement rings with this modern design are great for those who don't want the jewellery to be a hindrance in their day-to-day life especially when they're playing musical instruments or make handicrafts. The perfect complementary wedding ring, in terms of both aesthetic and practicality, is a thin pavé wedding band featuring coloured stones and using the same metal as the engagement ring.