{"id":11268,"date":"2021-01-20T16:49:29","date_gmt":"2021-01-20T12:49:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.awebtoknow.com\/?p=11268"},"modified":"2022-12-16T21:22:42","modified_gmt":"2022-12-16T17:22:42","slug":"choose-engagement-ring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.awebtoknow.com\/how\/choose-engagement-ring\/","title":{"rendered":"On the Way to Once-in-a-lifetime Investment: How to Choose an Engagement Ring"},"content":{"rendered":"
You\u2019re sure about her. She\u2019s the one<\/em><\/strong>. <\/em>And you\u2019re ready to propose.<\/p>\n Congratulations!<\/p>\n Now you\u2019re on the hunt for the best custom engagement ring.<\/p>\n You\u2019re excited. But you\u2019re also terrified.<\/p>\n An engagement ring can be a significant expense. So you want to be sure you\u2019re getting the right one.<\/em><\/p>\n This once-in-a-lifetime investment doesn\u2019t come easy. There are many things to consider to find the perfect engagement ring. From picking the ring style to getting the right size, this step-by-step guide will make the process so much easier for you.<\/p>\n Picking the ring style is perhaps the most challenging part of the process. That\u2019s because there are so many styles to choose from!<\/p>\n So before you get overwhelmed with your options for planning the perfect proposal<\/a>, here\u2019s an important tip: choose the ring that reflects her style. Since in most cases, it\u2019s the guy who picks the ring, the trick would be to look at her jewellery to get a sense of the style, shape, and look that your girl fancies.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n But if you\u2019re entirely clueless, here are some of the most popular and crazy beautiful engagement ring styles to consider:<\/p>\n Solitaire <\/strong>– Nothing beats the elegance and sophistication of a solitaire ring. This traditional ring style features a beautiful larger diamond mounted on a simple band. The solitaire engagement ring is a timeless piece. With its simplicity and glam, this ring style never goes out of fad.<\/p>\n Cluster<\/strong> – Unlike the solitaire, a cluster ring is composed of smaller diamonds<\/a> put together to create the effect of having a \u201clarger\u201d diamond. That\u2019s why it\u2019s also called an \u201cillusion ring\u201d. Cluster rings come in so many designs. They\u2019re a great way to maximize the brilliance without going off your budget.<\/p>\n Halo <\/strong>– This ring style boasts of a beautiful gem surrounded by tiny diamonds, creating a \u201chalo\u201d effect. It\u2019s a great option if you\u2019re looking for a custom engagement ring that creates a stunning contrast for a colour gem for the center stone (such as ruby, sapphire, amethyst, etc.)<\/p>\n Split-shank<\/strong> – Many people choose this style of custom engagement ring because there are so many beautiful ways to personalize its design. A split-shank ring has a band that divides into two (either on one side or both sides of the center stone), creating a gap. A larger division creates an antique feel especially if you\u2019re putting smaller gems or diamonds around the band.<\/p>\n Finding the right band type for your ring is just as important as picking the diamond or gemstone. Not so long ago, it was a simple decision between white or yellow. But now, you have literally a myriad of choices<\/a> such as gold, platinum, rose gold, and alternative metals like titanium and tungsten carbide.<\/p>\n Again, it all boils down to figuring out your fiance\u2019s style and preference. Does she love silver-toned jewellery? If yes, white gold or platinum makes a fine choice. If she prefers yellow-toned tones, custom engagement rings made with yellow or rose gold metals are excellent picks!<\/p>\n Here\u2019s some more info about these metals:<\/p>\n Gold <\/strong>– an extremely versatile metal that comes in classic yellow, white, rose, and green colours. Most gold metal rings are made of 75% gold combined with other alloys (also known as 18K). If you want a ring metal made of pure gold, opt for the 24K.<\/p>\n Platinum <\/strong>– this is considered the most precious of metals and five times as rare and purer than gold. It is more expensive too. Aside from the cool luster that makes the gemstone beautifully shine in brilliance, platinum is also very durable. If your fiance has an active lifestyle, a custom engagement ring made with platinum metal is worth the investment.<\/p>\n Now that you found the perfect style and the perfect metal for your custom engagement ring<\/a>, it\u2019s time for the most exciting part – choosing the diamond!<\/p>\n Oh well, this is where it gets a little bit more complicated and oh yes – expensive.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n When choosing a diamond to put on your once-in-a-lifetime investment, here are some important things to consider:<\/p>\n Shape<\/strong><\/p>\n Many people prefer round diamonds as they go well with most ring styles. However, they are also available in other shapes, such as oval and cushion cut. No diamond shape is better than the other. It all comes down to your personal preference.<\/p>\n Carat<\/strong><\/p>\n A carat is a unit of measurement for the weight of the diamond. 1 carat is equal to 200 mg, so a four-carat diamond will weigh 0.8 grams. As with other precious gems<\/a>, the more carat a diamond has, the higher the price.<\/p>\n Cut<\/strong><\/p>\n While you might be tempted to choose a diamond based on its carat or weight, most gemologists will agree that the cut is far more important. That\u2019s because it determines the brilliance and fire of your stone.<\/p>\nChoosing a Perfect Engagement Ring<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Pick the Ring’s Style<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Select the Ring’s Metal<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Choose the Diamond<\/strong><\/h3>\n