Each person has unique personal preferences from the way they dress to their taste in food. People’s jewelry preferences differ as well. Whether it is a simple band or an intricate engagement ring, each person has a personal favorite. An engagement ring is undoubtedly a formal approval of a long term bond and relationship between two people.
The ring you buy is going to be one of the most important purchases and investments of your life. It is vital that you are well informed before making a decision. Certain factors are taken into consideration while purchasing the perfect engagement ring such as: tradition, taste, price and of course style.
Many designer rings are available in today’s market, carrying the names of various reputable brands.
Here are a few tips one should consider when making this important purchase.
Decide Your Budget: Decide your budget and stick to it. It is very helpful as you will be able to narrow down the selection of what is available to you. Otherwise, you may end up spending a lot more than you had originally intended.
Know the Metal: Designer engagement rings come in various styles and metals. Yellow gold, white gold, platinum and titanium. Some people are sensitive to certain metals so be sure to go with the one that wont cause any type of allergic reaction.
Visit Stores & Website: Visit different stores or company websites. Here you will get information regarding prices and latest trends. It is always good to shop around before making your final selection.
Design & Style: There is quite an array of settings available to personalize your engagement ring. People generally prefer prong and flat top settings. Flung and illusion settings are the latest trend and are increasingly popular. Other settings include: pave settings, gypsy settings, accented diamond ring settings, tension settings, side stone settings and gemstone settings. Each one is unique in its own way. As far as the cut of diamond you can choose brilliant cut, heart shape, marquise cut or princess cut, to name a few.
Your ring should come with an authentication certificate. The four important “C’s” Carat, Cut, Color and Clarity are validated along with ring’s exact measurement. Take your time to make this very important decision, like your relationship; it is intended to last a lifetime.
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