
How To Choose An Engagement Ring: Not As Easy As You'd Think
At first glance, buying an engagement ring doesn't seem like such a complicated matter. You decide to ask the big question, arm yourself with a lot of courage, walk into the jewelry shop after doing a bit of research online, pick out the ring and that's it.
- What size does she wear?
- She prefers a single diamond or a whole setting with diamonds and natural stones?

Next, we'll discuss some of the things you should keep in mind when buying an engagement ring.
The Settings
The area of the ring that secures the center diamond or gemstone is known as the engagement ring setting. It serves as the ring's base, holding the stone in place and influencing the ring's general design, appearance, and feel.
It is possible to wear your ring with confidence and not constantly worry about it coming off if the setting is secure. Different shapes work better in different settings, and some ring settings are more secure than others.
Here are some of the most secure ring settings that will keep your precious stone in place:
The Solitaire Ring Setting
The center diamond or gemstone can be the main attraction without any interference thanks to the solitaire ring setting.
When you picture an engagement ring, the solitaire setting—which is the most iconic—usually comes to mind first. The pinnacle of subtle elegance, it has a single stone held firmly in place by a bezel or metal prongs so that the diamond always takes center stage.
The attractiveness and adaptability of the solitaire style stem from its simplicity. It is a go-to choice for everyday wear jewelry pieces like an engagement ring because it looks well with everything.

Carat
Carats measure the weight, not the size of the diamond.
Clarity
During the process of cutting and polishing a diamond, imperfections, called blemishes or inclusions by gemologists, naturally occur and their presence determines the diamond's clarity level. The most prized stones are those with few or no inclusions.
Color
The color written on the certificate of authenticity of a diamond does not actually refer to the color of the stone but to the degree of clarity of the shade mentioned. The diagram of the color grades of diamonds refers to their transparency and lack of tinting
Cut
The sparkle of the diamond is rendered by the cut, which determines the strength of the light reflection inside the diamond. The cut of the diamond gives the gemstone its white fire and brilliance.
Skin Tone
Choose her engagement ring in a matching color that compliments her skin tone.
For a cool skin tone (the blood vessels on the inside of the arm are blue) white gold jewelry is recommended. Gemstones: diamonds, pearls, blue sapphires, amethysts, aquamarines, rubies, emeralds, opal, and tanzanite.
The warm hue of the skin (the blood vessels on the inside of the arm have pronounced accents of green) is complimented by yellow gold and rose gold jewelry. Suitable gemstones include alexandrite, citrine, garnet, morganite, peridot, ruby, mandarin garnet, and colored diamonds.
Ring Size
The size of your engagement ring is a very important aspect to consider when choosing your jewelry.
You should also know that a ring with stones inlaid on the sides will be very difficult to alter if the chosen size does not fit.
Her engagement ring will be worn on the ring finger of her left hand, along with her wedding ring. So, you should also take this into account when choosing the engagement ring.
How Can You Find Out Her Ring Size?
"Borrow" a ring that she usually wears on her ring finger and bring it to one of our locations to find out the correct size.
If you can't bring the ring to a jewelry store, you can try to determine the ring size yourself by measuring the inside diameter of the ring with a ruler. Look in a size chart for the measurement that would correspond to the ring size.
Measure your finger with a pin. Wrap the thread around the finger, making sure it is neither too tight on the finger nor too loose. Measure the thread with a ruler and look up the size of the resulting size on the size chart.
The ring should sit comfortably on her finger - tight enough that it doesn't slip off, yet wide enough that it easily passes the knuckle.
The circumference of the finger differs depending on weather conditions or time of day. To get the correct size, you can measure the circumference of your finger at the end of the day when your fingers are warm - the circumference of your fingers is smaller early in the morning or when it is cold.
It is also advisable to avoid paper strips or string. These can stretch or distort, resulting in the wrong determination of finger size.
Diamond or Zirconia?
The engagement ring is a piece of jewelry that she will wear for the rest of her life with her wedding ring. Taking this into consideration, choosing the inlaid stone shouldn't be difficult.
The advantages of zirconia are the price and the fact that it can be easily replaced if it gets damaged or lost. This stone will lose its brilliance and transparency over time, especially if worn all the time.
The diamond will retain its brilliance and beauty forever. The most durable gemstone, the diamond is also the most popular stone set in engagement ring settings.
Diamond-encrusted jewelry should always be accompanied by guarantee certificates attesting to its authenticity and qualities.
The Signs Of The Zodiac
The twelve signs of the zodiac are composed of four elements: fire, water, air, and earth.
These components work together to shape each sign's unique personality characteristics.
Your fiancée’s particular astrological sign can reveal her personal qualities, assets, and shortcomings.
Did you know that her zodiac sign can assist you in selecting the ideal engagement ring that complements her distinct personality, from the shape of the stone and unusual metal to the style and design?

Don't surprise your fiancée with a ring she would never choose.
Pay attention to the jewelry she wears in general - how big it is, what color precious metal it's made of, whether or not it's encrusted with colored stones.
Do your research before you start looking for an engagement ring in the shops. For example, about 76% of women prefer a classic engagement ring design.