By An engagement ring is a symbol of commitment and promise that the two persons are in love, and want to marry later. So purchasing of engagement ring is a very difficult and stressful task. Mostly boys and men don’t know how to buy an engagement ring for his girlfriend. So, in this article, I will give you helpful tips and hints, what are important points that must be known before you buy an engagement ring for your girlfriend.
Right band and Ring Size: First thing you should know is which type of band are you interested in or your girlfriend likes. Band is the circular structure which fits in your fingers. Gold, Silver and Platinum are mostly used bands. Ring size is important as it’s awkward to send back the ring to jeweler for resizing. You can borrow her ring and can check its size buy wearing in your fingers or you can ask for help from her friends, if you want to give her a surprise.
Gemstone and Setting: Setting is the structure that holds the gemstone. Setting is attached to band. Mostly settings are made from Platinum or Gold or their combinations. Gemstone is expensive stone often referred as” Rock” or diamond. Gemstone size depends upon your girlfriend choice and likings. To remember the 4C’s while buying gemstone is very important like the 7C’s of communication. These are Clarity, Color, Cut and Carat of gemstone. Mostly gemstone is diamond.
Her Personal and Lifestyle: You should keep in mind that what is your fiancé personal likings. Whether she likes gold, platinum or diamond. You can easily find out this by observing her or asking her friends. You can also ask this from her parents, if you have good understanding with them. The other aspect is her lifestyle. If she is more into sports and mostly in a habit to wear jewelry, then you should buy the ring accordingly. Or she spends most time in garden or in kitchen, then solitaire with prong setting is the ring you should buy for her.
Your Budget: This is the major deciding factor in purchasing your engagement ring .Mostly people say that one should spend his two months’ salary in buying engagement ring, but it’s not true in general. One should spend ample money on engagement ring, as it gives an impression how you want someone or how much importance she has in your life.
Choose a Good Jeweler: The best shop to purchase an engagement ring is from registered shops, which have registration or associations with government or jewelry organizations. Choose the shop, in which you feel comfortable and staff and managers are ready to help in buying your engagement ring. Check whether they offer warranty and insurance. You can take help from your married friends or from your parents. Also there are so many online website that provide information about jewelry shops.
At the end buying an engagement ring is very exciting as you are very near to proposing a girl. Make this experience as a memorable not a stressful problem for yourself.
So here were the things to know when buying an engagement ring so that you come with the best for your partner.
