This Christmas, I'll Make You My Wife - Engagement Ring Shopping

This Christmas, I'll Make You My Wife - Engagement Ring Shopping

It's Christmas time and we're swiftly heading into a new year - one which you cannot even fathom the thought of not spending every day with her. You've been thinking about it for months, she may have caught you a time or two staring at her in contemplation, thinking to yourself, "Could this be it? Am I looking at my future wife right now?" There is no time like the present to pop the question, you've decided, especially since you'll be celebrating together with family. Proposing at Christmas will be an amazing surprise for her and you're ready to put engagement ring shopping at the top of your Holiday gift list.

Engagement ring shopping can be tricky, especially if you're looking to surprise her. Truthfully, the best choice in engagement ring is the one that she's picked out herself. If you haven't slyly taken her to check out the rings at your local Macy's jewelry counter, you can still pick out a ring that she will love. Ask yourself the following questions to find the perfect engagement ring for your future wife:

1. What style of jewelry does she wear now?

Take a moment to do a little investigative work. Check out the jewelry that she frequently wears. Does she favor simplicity over flash? Does she prefer silver or gold? Use the answers to these questions as clues to determine which style of engagement ring she would like. If your girlfriend is light on the daily jewelry wear and prefers small stud earrings over huge bangles and hoops, it makes sense to purchase an engagement ring that echoes her personal tastes. If you've never seen her wear gold, then guess what, she might have a strong preference for a diamond in a white gold or platinum setting. If she rarely wears jewelry at all, then err on the side of simplicity.

2. Which Diamond Shape?

Take a poll of guys in any setting and many of them haven't the slightest clue about the differences in shapes of diamonds. Surveys have shown that the majority of women prefer round diamonds to the other shapes, but your wife-to-be may not necessarily fit the trend. Investigate all of the different shapes - marquise, oval, emerald, and heart-shaped - and decide from there. Also while you're taking a look at different cuts of diamond, consider whether or not you should opt for a solitaire (a single diamond set in the band) or clusters of diamonds.

3. What's your budget?

Sure, celebrity engagements are often accompanied by five carat rings, but can you afford that size rock? Even if you're on a budget, you can find an affordable engagement ring for your wife-to-be. The saleslady at the jewelry counter may tell you that it is customary to spend at least two months' worth of salary on an engagement ring, but take a nice hard look at your finances. Figure out your budget with the help of financial software like Quicken, if you must. Find a price point that works for you and then go searching for deals. Over the Holiday season, you will find many online stores running incredible deals. Shop wisely and opt for the insurance before delivery.

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