It’s not easy choosing a diamond engagement ring, especially if it is intended to be a surprise as most proposals are and the one person you want to ask about it you can’t! However there are definitely a number of rules you can use when making this most important of decisions.

One of the biggest clues as to what type of ring she would like will be the current types of rings and also jewellery in general that she wears. Does she prefer a cluster of stones in the rings she wears or a solitarily item within the band? Granted there will not usually be anything in her collection like an engagement ring at present but what you are looking for is a general theme in her likes and dislikes.

Most women usually make a firm choice on the type of materials they like early on so please don’t try to change the trend by picking a material like platinum when she prefers gold in general. You may also get lucky if she comments on a friend’s engagement ring and weather she likes it or not, remember to note down any of these hints.

The size of the ring is also important as there is no one ring style that suits all hands. If she has large fingers then an intricate design may look lost and could even make her hands look even bigger than they are (which she will not thank you for).

One custom that has proved very popular in recent years is to buy a loose diamond which you present to her on the occasion and you then you go off and choose the ring and setting together. It’s a very interesting idea I have to admit and it may take the stress out of the whole occasion if it’s becoming too much for you!

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