Choosing an Engagement Ring She Will Love

There are several decisions you’ll need to make when you choose an engagement ring. If you plan on keeping the proposal a secret, then you’ll need to find the ring without her involvement. If that’s the case, you need to learn everything you can in order to buy the perfect engagement ring she’ll love.

Choosing a Ring Without Her Knowledge

While buying a ring without her involvement can be intimidating, there are things you can do to make the process as painless as possible. Take a look at the jewelry she wears on a frequent basis. Does she like yellow gold or white gold? What style does she seem to prefer? Does she favor bold pieces or understated jewelry?

Enlist the help of her friends or relatives to glean information about what ring style she would prefer. If you aren’t sure of her size, look at rings she already owns and have it sized so you can be sure the engagement ring you purchase will fit perfectly.

Choosing a Metal

Are you unsure which ring metal to choose? If that’s the case, consider the pros and cons of both platinum and 18k gold.

Platinum

• The strongest metal, guaranteed to last a lifetime
• More expensive than gold
• Difficult to repair, but will not tarnish and resists damage well

18k Gold

• More affordable than platinum
• Easy to repair
• Won’t tarnish, but can and usually will wear away
• More easily damaged

Whichever ring metal you choose, make sure you base your decision on her personal tastes.

Selecting a Setting and Stone Shape

When it’s time to select the perfect stone and setting, it will make selecting the ring metal a walk in the park! There are tons of choices here, but looking at your bride-to-be’s current jewelry can help give you ideas as to what shape and setting she’ll prefer.

While round diamonds are a popular choice, you can also choose an emerald cut diamond or a square stone, just to name a few. If she loves fancier shapes, consider purchasing a heart shaped stone.

If she favors timeless, understated pieces, she’ll probably love a simple solitaire setting. If, on the other hand, she loves bold jewelry, a three-stone setting or a cluster of small diamonds around the center stone would be the perfect choice. For a truly beautiful option, consider buying a matching wedding band to stack with the engagement ring.

Loose Diamonds

If you are determined to keep the proposal a secret but still want her involvement later on, consider purchasing a loose diamond to pop the question with. Afterwards, the two of you can shop for the perfect setting together!

Choosing an engagement ring you know she’ll love doesn’t have to be an impossible task. Simply pay attention to the jewelry she wears frequently for clues to her personal tastes.

Her overall personality, likes, and dislikes can certainly help when choosing the perfect engagement ring, and you’ll be able to find a ring she’ll be proud to show off!

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