Buying your first diamond ring for an engagement or wedding may seem a rollercoaster of emotions and decisions. You’re probably hemmed with worries and questions in making this special purchase. Is diamond really forever? Will my other half be exhilarated with a diamond ring? What to look for in buying a diamond ring? Why does my girlfriend want a diamond ring, anyway? As luck would have it, let’s put these hems and haws to rest in today’s discussion.
Decide how much to spend
Purchasing a diamond is an expensive venture. A dizzying array of choices awaits you in buying a diamond ring which is why it should be a worthy experience. The myth of spending your three-month salary in buying her a diamond ring has been long debunked and out-dated. Today, more and more couples choose modern options in ring designs but also regard practicality. To finally decide on a certain budget, learning the 4Cs of a diamond will surely help you get there! It’s not a competition of the most expensive ring but how much thought you put into it. Compare the factors and values which reflect yours and hers. If you want to go eco-friendly and your bride-to-be is also ethically inclined, lab grown diamonds would surely be the perfect fit.
Know her ring size and preferences
Subtlety is your key should her ring size be unknown to you. There are various ways to find out her ring size. If she’s already wearing a ring, simply borrow one and trace the inner circle of her ring with a pen. Using a bar of soap, pressing the ring onto it and making an impression is also another way of doing it. You may also try her rings in one of your fingers and draw a line where her size stops or even better if it fits. These steps will surely help your jeweller in gauging her measurements thus, making a comfortable fit for your soon-to-be-wife. Look as well at her jewelry sets to know her preferences—does she own more gold or silver jewelry? What kind of stone collections does she have? Is she a minimalist jewel owner or more of a grandiose design collector? Answering these queries will guide you what her preferences on a diamond ring may look like. Dazzle her with these special thoughts for your special intentions of spending a lifetime.
Suit her lifestyle in choosing the setting
In buying her a diamond ring, it is a must—definitely, to consider HER lifestyle. Absolutely, you would want her to cherish this emblematic milestone of a lifetime. And to do that, you should know if she will be comfortable enough wearing the symbol of your eternal bond every single day. Durability and comfort are the factors we should look for in suiting her lifestyle. If your better half works with her hand frequently, the diamond ring you should consider should be set in a sturdy material like platinum or palladium. These materials are a good combination to diamonds set in gold. If you’re up for an optimum level of comfort, court-shaped rings are highly-recommended. Take note as well that your engagement and wedding ring materials should complement one another to avoid rubbings that will lead to damaging your rings. Taking these into consideration will help prolong the good conditions of your engagement and wedding rings.
Always look for a diamond certification!
Of course, you want to make sure that the diamond you will put in her hand is legit, right? Regardless if it is a natural diamond or a lab grown diamond—insist on getting a diamond grading certification. Your worries will all be settled with a diamond certification. Top-tiers certifications are provided by GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and AGS (American Gem Society). GIA created the international diamond grading system along with the 4Cs we should look for in a diamond. Aside from these respected institutions, you may also look for diamond certifications from laboratories of GCAL (Gem Certification & Assurance Lab), IGI (International Gemological Institute), and EGL (European Gemological Laboratories). Diamond certifications help you assess if you are overpaying a certain diamond ring or not. Wouldn’t you want an assurance that your purchased diamond ring is graded by experts and is really worth it? Your other half would be more than thrilled to see how you managed to get through all these hurdles. Not just simply giving her a diamond ring, but assuring that what you give her goes through so many thoughts and careful procedures.
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