Rules Of Engagement

For those of you that don’t get it, the title is a reference to Lord of the Rings. Moving on, I would like to share a few insights on buying the engagement ring. As a woman, I have never bought an engagement ring (nothing wrong with the woman proposing!) however it did not happen that way in my story. That being said, I think a lot of men may find the things my fiancé told me helpful in their quest and I would like to share them. One of the most important things is: Do your research!! This includes learning about the diamonds themselves but also the setting, the band, and the woman’s expectations. My fiancé spent a LOT of time learning about engagement rings, which is really important when you go to make that big purchase. If you are just picking one out, you have no idea what you are paying for if you haven’t read about it. Is the clarity poor? Does it have a tint? What about the cut and setting? The setting you want depends on what type of girl you are marrying. I have a setting where my diamond sits really high up on my ring and sticks out. This works for me because I am not a very active person and the ring never bumps into things. You may want to consider a diamond that is more set in the band if you have a girl on your hands that tends to be clumsy or active. Another thing to consider is what is your future wife expecting in an engagement ring. If you think she hasn’t built up this ring for years in her head, you are wrong. Most girls are perfectly willing to talk about the kind of engagement ring they envision for themselves so don’t be afraid to ask! If you want the engagement to be a surprise, try to take note of the kind of jewelry she already wears. Does she prefer classy understated jewelry or out-there pieces that get noticed? Also try to notice if you’ve heard the word “platinum” drop out of her mouth in recent months. If so, expect to shell out more!

Another important thing to consider is where you are buying the ring. I would highly advise against buying a ring at a store in the mall, they are notorious for being marked way up. Your best bet will be a reputable jewelry store in the area, they are usually ones that do jewelry repair as well. The people that work there often actually care about the customer and the pieces they are selling. I will leave you with these thoughts: get an engagement ring that your fiancé will love, she will be wearing it for the rest of her life. Keep in mind that she will be showing this ring to her friends, family, and strangers on the street and it will be a direct reflection of you and how much you spent on it. People will be judging it and there is no way around that. So choose wisely and know what you are doing when you go out on your shopping adventure! Good luck!

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