{"id":1763,"date":"2016-12-29T06:31:32","date_gmt":"2016-12-29T06:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adiamor.com\/blog\/?p=1763"},"modified":"2021-08-03T01:25:35","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T09:25:35","slug":"how-to-choose-right-engagement-ring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adiamor.com\/blog\/education\/how-to-choose-right-engagement-ring","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Right Engagement Ring for Your Future Mrs."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Learning<\/a><\/p>\n

You remember the first time you saw her.<\/p>\n

It may have been love at first sight. It may not have been, but you felt that strange “something” when she walked into the room. Or maybe you were “just friends”… until you weren’t anymore.<\/p>\n

Whatever the case, your heart is telling you that she’s the one you want to spend the rest of your life with and what’s more, your head is in agreement. If either had hands, they’d be high-fiving. So the next step is the ring.<\/p>\n

It’s likely you’ve been informed already that the ring matters. It REALLY matters.<\/p>\n

It can’t be just any ring. You need to pick the perfect ring for her. Whether you pick something classic<\/a> or create your own new design <\/a>– it has to be perfect.<\/p>\n

And we know there is a rather (ahem)… sizable selection of engagement rings<\/strong><\/a> for women to be found. But fear not! Your perfect engagement ring is out there. And this guide we’ve put together will teach you exactly how to choose the right engagement ring for your future Mrs.<\/p>\n

Learning how to choose the right engagement ring for women is not as hard as you think.<\/h2>\n

While it’s not unusual for couples to ring shop together, there’s something beautiful and romantic about going it alone. That whole rugged venturing into unchartered territory thing. Kudos to you!<\/p>\n

So be not overwhelmed, explorer, by the vast sea of engagement rings for women. This list of considerations will help you navigate any stormy seas.<\/p>\n

Don’t worry. You’ve got this.<\/p>\n

1. Engage in Engagement Ring Espionage<\/h2>\n

So you’re going the traditionalist route and looking to surprise her with a ring she’ll love. The first rule, pay attention.<\/p>\n

Notice her jewelry preferences. For example, does she prefer silver\/platinum to yellow gold? Is she more inclined toward vintage, classic or modern jewelry? How does she feel about diamonds?<\/p>\n

Give yourself a few weeks to watch and take mental notes. (Yes, mental. Written notes could be intercepted.)<\/p>\n

Also, consider getting some backup – in the form of her best friends and\/or her siblings. They can be hugely helpful further down the road.<\/p>\n

And by all means, swear them to secrecy.<\/p>\n

2. Where Do You Go Now?<\/h2>\n

Once you’ve gathered the important information from your espionage activities, you can start your jeweler search.<\/p>\n

Ask married friends and family members who currently sport engagement rings where they went. If that doesn’t generate any leads, check for stores with an industry organization affiliation. Jewelers <\/a>accredited by the Jewelers of America or members of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) are good places to start.<\/p>\n

Always find out what a store’s return policy is too. You want to be able to exchange the stone if it’s not exactly the one she wants. (Don’t start sweating. This is a just in case.)<\/p>\n

And finally, if you’re working from a humanitarian bent, you may consider shopping at jewelers who sell only conflict-free diamonds<\/a> and who adhere to a strict, zero-tolerance policy toward conflict diamonds. Be sure they deal with only reputable diamond suppliers who participate in the System of Warranties and follow the guidelines of the Kimberley Process<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3. The Engagement Ring Erector Set<\/h2>\n

So now you’re well-informed on your soon-to-be fianc\u00e9’s preferences, gathered your band of secret-keeping sidekicks and picked out the jeweler.<\/p>\n

So, here’s the thing. It’s highly unlikely that you’ll happen upon the ring as you walk into the store. Perfect. Because now you get to do the cool part. You get to build the perfect engagement ring.<\/p>\n

You will need to consider a few things in the construction:<\/p>\n

“The 4 Cs”<\/h3>\n

If the stone is going to be a diamond, you need to know these four characteristics <\/a>of the stone in regards to quality. They are Color, Clarity, Cut, and Carat Weight.<\/p>\n