Engagement ring

[tdvit]

sorry I didnt really know where to post this. I am just wondering about engagement rings. I am thinking of proposing to the woman of my dreams and I am looking for some advice on engagement rings. I cant afford to spend and arm and a leg but at the same I want it to be something very special. In general what would a person look for in an engagement ring? stone/diamond, 2 diamonds? silver, gold, white gold? please help. tdvit

[dave_in_cw]

My best mate proposed to his girlfriend with a plastic ring - it was all he had on him at the time. After she said yes they went to a jeweller together and chose a more suitable ring. To be honest I don't think it went down too well with her at the time, but three years down the line I am the godfather of their lovely daughter. I'm sure if she really loves you, the ring won't be the be all and end all - good luck!

[beenee]

Diamonds will always be an object of desire - you can never go wrong with them. Their setting would depend more on what your girlfriend would like - imagine what would compliment her as a person. As an example, I would consider a single square cut diamond to be quite sober and regal and it would compliment a professional, working woman, whereas three little stones would appear more delicate and would not suit everyone. Also, think about what your relationship is with her. If your love is new and you could consider getting an eternity band (with diamonds all around the ring). Maybe my perceptions are totally out of sync with what others think - the point is that you have to make a very personal choice of what she would like and how it would represent your love for her.

The same idea goes for the sort of metal you choose. I would consider gold to be very sober (and perhaps a tad old fashioned), whereas silver might just be inadequate. I personally prefer white gold. But again, look out for what she usually wears and the stuff she likes.

I do hope I havent made it harder for you - and I sincerely hope it all goes smoothly. Wish you the best of luck!

[coggles]

When my husband proposed to me after 11 weeks, we were on holiday for his 30th birthday. He said after he had popped the question and I had said yes, that he hadn't bought a ring because he would prefer me to choose the one I would really like. For the rest of the holiday and until I had chosen, I wore a little dress ring from my other hand on my wedding finger. The fact that the man I wanted to be with for the rest of my life had wanted to be with me too was the most important thing for me. Even though I love the ring I chose, after 11 years I still have that dress ring in a drawer because it will always be special! Good luck!

[andy hughes]

I would agree with my female colleagues on the Site on this one - go and choose a ring together, if for no other reason than it will be impossible to ascertain the lady's ring size without establishing just cause - impossible! Because your girlfriend is going to wear this ring on a daily basis, it is vital that she likes the style and stones chosen, so choosing together has to be the best bet.

[bobbobley]

have to disagree with you Andy, for the first time I think! I made a ring for my partner before I proposed to her - out of raw materials as we were in the jungle at the time in Africa - and I managed to get it exactly the right size based on my memory of her finger size. Not all blokes are bad at that sort of thing.

I then bought her a proper ring when we were back in an area with a jeweller.

years ago, tdvit, the rule of thumb was to spend a month's salary on the engagement ring, but thankfully that practice seems to be dying out! i prefer white gold too and think it looks much better than gold - gold is too often worn by mumpers, bought in large quantities from Argos or something and just isn't classy enough.

[nykkieberry]

My boyfriend didn't have loads to spend so he had one made by Diana Porter (Designer of the Year). It cost him �500 and it's unique! Better than a big diamond! He proposed with a 'will you marry me ring', which was made by a craftsperson from the Manchester Craft Centre. It was silver with 'will you marry me?' etched on it and cost �40. Gorgeous!

[FTVS]

When my huuby proposed to me he did it with the ring and I personally think that is much more romantic and also I felt that he was taking more of a risk which I appreciated. He spent a months salary - I know it hurts but that is/was the general rule of thumb. i would warn you off white gold, which is rhodium plated to make it look white, sooner or later this wears off and you are back to yellow. If you want the white gold look then you would be better served going for platinum alternatively just to stick gold - i think it will make a come back. My advice if you are going to choose a diamond would be to get a good one rather than a big one. If you go direct to a diamond dealer you will get a better price. My ring cost my hubby half what it retails for by doing it this way. Look at your girlfriends other jewellery - what is that like? ask her girlfriends maybe (in strictest confidence of course). Good luck - I hope she accepts!

[treaclefight]

the diamond solitaire is the classic engagement ring and if your doing something as traditional as getting married then start as you mean to go on, classicly classy, the one stone representing your devotion to onw woman forever more. having a ring made is not nearly as expensive as it sounds, for my sister's 21st i had jewellery made in hatton garden in london, it didnt blow the bank and she has something that is totally unique and the young designer that made the jewellery is apparently getting quite well known now and it is possible that the jewellery will increase in value because of this....so my advice is to get her a solitaire stone set in gold or platinum, ideally unique, have it made, (like i say, may be cheaper than alot of high street shops) and you never know it may turn out to be an investment financially as well as the big emotional one, good luck and congratulations in advance

[tdvit]

thanks a million to all of you. I now have a very good broad idea of what to look for. Her dad is a jeweler so when I ask for his permission I will also be asking for his services!! thanks again. tdvit

[appealingwedban]

First of all congraculations to you both.<a href="http://www.appealingweddingbands.com" title="Appealing Wedding Bands">Engagement rings</a> are usually are more expensive that wedding bands because there are diamonds on the ring.I suggest for the engagement you should choose the best according to your budget.

[juanpablo52]

you need to do some research on the four C's of diamonds - cut, colour, clarity and carat. good luck

www.proposeinstyle.co.uk

[EmmaLHuff]

Why don't you try man-made diamonds? Especially, when you are thinking of making it special without creating many problems for your pocket. I mean, they are really better options for you to create a good impact on your girlfriend. They are simply beautiful and thus, add up more beauty to your girlfriend's style as well. For more details, and to purchase one. You can also have a look at the website mentioned below - https://glamour-life-diamonds.com/