Selecting the Dream Engagement Ring: A Step-by-Step Approach
Purchasing an engagement ring for the woman you love is one of the most important and thrilling investments you'll ever make financially and symbolically.
Our Engagement Ring Guide is designed to help you embrace the romance of this moment, make confident decisions, and navigate the many options without feeling overwhelmed.
Do Your Homework
Knowledge is power, and taking the time to observe before starting your search for an engagement ring will pay off. Here are our top tips for your preliminary research:
Her Style
Does she typically wear gold, or is she more into silver? Is she drawn to a specific colour or gemstone? Her engagement ring should match her overall style, especially if she wears rings regularly. The goal is to ensure the ring complements the rest of her jewellery collection seamlessly.
Skin Colour
If you're unsure which metal to choose, consider her skin tone. While there are no strict rules, darker skin tones often pair beautifully with yellow gold, while lighter, pale skin tends to shine with white metals like silver, white gold, or platinum. That said, classic gold or rose gold can complement most skin tones, offering a versatile and timeless option.
Design
Consider her everyday style. Is she more classic, delicate, or perhaps alternative? Does she favour bold colours or subtle shades? Is she a romantic at heart or more practical in nature? Keeping her unique characteristics in mind will guide you toward choosing a ring that perfectly reflects her personality and style.
Hints
If your relationship is thriving, there's a strong chance she may have been dropping subtle hints about her favourite styles, gemstones, friends' rings, or rings she's seen when she's been out. These hints are likely intentional, offering clues about her dream ring!
Have a Budget in Mind
The age-old question: how much should you spend on an engagement ring? Some say one to three months' salary, but we believe that this outdated and impractical rule shouldn't guide your decision. What's more important is finding a ring that both of you will love, regardless of price. We recommend setting a realistic budget and focusing on choosing the perfect ring within that range; we like to use the trade term if 'it winks at you', you'll know you have found the right one.
Pick the Right Metal
Knowing whether she prefers silver or gold tones can help narrow down your choice of engagement ring. If she favours silver, consider platinum—the most durable and high-quality metal—or white gold.
Gold offers other shades too. Rose gold, with its pink hue, has a romantic, feminine appeal, while yellow gold is a classic. The brightness of yellow gold can range from a vibrant shade (great for darker skin tones) to a more traditional hue. Gold is an excellent option as it’s durable, timeless, and generally more affordable than platinum.
If she likes to mix metals, don’t stress about the band colour. Just find a ring you both love and let the design speak for itself!
