Buying Guide!
Outside of buying your home or car, an engagement ring is one of the biggest purchases of your life. But for many guys, walking into a jewellery store feels like entering a maze. There are so many wrong turns to make and so many questions to ask. How big should it be? How much should I spend? What if I buy a fake? Don’t fret. This guide will help you get enough bling for your buck and a ring she (hopefully) can’t say no to.
Consider some points:
When choosing from where to buy your engagement ring, go ahead with your trusted jeweller or one that has good creditable value or one that provides you with the certifications from international labs (see Authenticity ).
When deciding on buying the ring one major thing to consider is the choice of metal. It comes in varied choices like Yellow, White and Rose Gold or a mix of two or more metals. Platinum can also be considered if there is a preference towards it (consider return value). Whether to chose 14k or 18k or complete 22k gold ring. The karat will also effect your budget. For example a 14k ring would cost you less than an 18k and 22k. Understand that diamonds do not set in 22k ring so you have buy other semi-precious stones but again remember that they do not have a return value. (see Metals ). And of course what she likes is more important while you chose.
Outside of buying your home or car, an engagement ring is one of the biggest purchases of your life. But for many guys, walking into a jewellery store feels like entering a maze. There are so many wrong turns to make and so many questions to ask. How big should it be? How much should I spend? What if I buy a fake? Don’t fret. This guide will help you get enough bling for your buck and a ring she (hopefully) can’t say no to.
Consider some points:
- Fix your Budget
Before visiting a jeweller decide on your budget in mind. Be realistic with your budget, know what you can afford. Do not spend all your money on just one ring act smart by playing with the gold karat as well as diamonds's 4 c's.
- Check with the Certifications and jeweller Credentials
When choosing from where to buy your engagement ring, go ahead with your trusted jeweller or one that has good creditable value or one that provides you with the certifications from international labs (see Authenticity ).
- Know her taste
Find the right style that will complement her style and character this will help you out whether to chose a delicate ring or one that is bold in design. To understand this take a look at what she prefers to wear and what her work profile is. Too delicate ring might look very simple if she's into a high profile job and similarly too bold design will look too heavy on her if she can't wear that at work because its too flashy for her work profile. Ask her friends, family and peers if suitable take her along with you to avoid the mess that you might create.
- Choice of metal
When deciding on buying the ring one major thing to consider is the choice of metal. It comes in varied choices like Yellow, White and Rose Gold or a mix of two or more metals. Platinum can also be considered if there is a preference towards it (consider return value). Whether to chose 14k or 18k or complete 22k gold ring. The karat will also effect your budget. For example a 14k ring would cost you less than an 18k and 22k. Understand that diamonds do not set in 22k ring so you have buy other semi-precious stones but again remember that they do not have a return value. (see Metals ). And of course what she likes is more important while you chose.
- Cross Check your 4 C's
I have already explained in my earlier posts why the C's are important. Make it absolute clear that your choice of diamond quality and its carat will hit your budget as well. You need not buy an absolute flawless diamond (unless its a preference) to make sure it looks good on her fingers. Play with the color grades and different shapes as well. (see Diamond 4C's)
- Look for an attractive diamond shape
Diamond comes in variety of shapes and cuts. Chose from what looks best on your SO. Because shapes do matter and popularity holds a major influence in buying decisions when it comes to diamond shape. (ZOOM for better viewing)
Round cuts are the market leader. Trend analysts say cushion cuts (rounded corners with larger facets) and princess cuts (square or rectangular) are the next most popular. But don’t let trends be the driving force of your purchase. Shape should also be a reflection of the woman who’s wearing it. Round is definitely traditional. Princess cuts are very feminine. But cushion cuts are for someone who is trying to make a little more of a statement. She's not prepared to throw tradition to the wind, but she wants to be distinct from the majority of engagement rings. Suggested alternatives are oval, asscher, and emerald cuts. Do ask about the return value. Knowledge courtesy menshealth,com
- Settings for your solitaire
If you’re working with a tighter budget and have to purchase a smaller stone, the setting can act as an optical illusion to offset its size. If you have a smaller stone set in a halo setting (set of smaller diamonds surrounding the center stone), the size and brilliance increase dis-proportionality to the rupees spent.
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- Add your personal touch
Engraving on wedding and engagement ring is a fabulous idea and is a great way to add your personal touch to your rings. Be it a simple band or solitare you can have engravings on all of them and you can engrave anything you wish like your D-day dates, your names, just initials, quotes, song lines, etc.
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- Ask the expert
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