Whether you’re involved in choosing your own engagement ring or you’re looking to surprise someone else, choosing the right engagement ring is essential and most definitely a task worth spending time over. An engagement ring is something to be kept forever, so it stands to reason that you want to make sure it is perfect, here’s a quick guide to make life a little easier:
Choosing For Someone Else
Choosing for someone else can be tough, so make sure that you do some detective work first. Of course, the chances are you already know the person you want to marry pretty well but spend some time slyly asking them what sort of metals they like, what jewellery is their style etc. You will be able to see what jewellery they wear every day but also pay close attention to the pieces that they get out for special occasions, when they want a bit of extra bling.
Getting The Practicals Right
There are usually plenty of options with regards to returning, swapping and resizing rings but getting the size right to start with does make things easier. You can look up ring measure and size guides online, and if you’re shopping with someone else in mind then look at the rings they already wear and see what size these are to get you started.
Taking Your Time
One thing you should do is make sure that you have plenty of time to shop around and explore your options – the last thing you want is to have to rush your purchase because you have left it too long to browse and see what is out there. When you start to shop around for unique engagement rings you’ll find that there is plenty of choice out there which is great news because it means that whatever you’re looking for there will be something for you. However, with so much choice out there you really do want to make sure that you have time to look at what is on the market, what might suit you, what matches your budget and of course, if you’re shopping for someone else make sure you think about what they would want too!
Comparing Your Options
As well as comparing the different rings on the market you should make sure that you consider what sort of ring you or the person you are buying for will want. For example, is there a preferred metal or gemstone that you particularly want to be shopping for? There are plenty of choices in all sorts of styles, finishes and looks so you will be able to find the perfect engagement ring – perhaps make a shortlist with your favourite retailer and then you can slowly start to narrow it down until you have found your perfect ring choice.
If you have any hints and tips for choosing the right engagement ring I would love you to share them below
*Collaborative post. Images From Nude Jewellery
Debz Louise is a plus-size blogger based in Yorkshire. Behind many nationwide campaigns such as #WeaAreTheThey & winner of Best Blogger at the UK Plus Size Awards, she talkas about life as a plus-size 40-something woman in South Yorkshire.
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