subject: Diamond Engagement Rings-for The Special Day [print this page] Being a guy has a few disadvantages, one of them being the fact that you can be at quite a loss if you have to buy a piece of jewellery for your lady love. The only thing that could possibly make the situation worse is if that piece of jewellery is a diamond engagement ring. Taking your fianc along would solve the possible problems that you might encounter, but then you ruin the element of surprise. Here are a few tips on choosing a ring that she will love:
Observe her tastes
The most important aspect that you need to know about your lady is her taste in jewellery. This might not be a very difficult thing to do provided you are observant. Take a look at the jewellery that she wears, does she like modern designs, classic designs, delicate or chunky pieces? This is your first hint. It will give you an idea of the style of engagement ring that you should be looking for.
Does she really like diamonds?
Her gemstone preference is another aspect that you should be considering. Some women prefer stand alone diamonds while others like them in combination with other gemstones. Finding engagement rings with stand alone diamonds should not be too difficult. However if your lady seems to prefer diamonds in combination with other precious stones, look for rings that have a side stone setting of rubies, emeralds, sapphires etc.
Her fingers
There are two things you should keep in mind when you are buying a diamond engagement ring for your ladys finger. One is the size of the finger and the other is the shape. The size is the most obvious one that you need to consider, however most ring designs can be altered a size either way so you do not have too much to worry about there. What is more important for you to consider is the shape of her fingers. If her fingers are long then you should consider a setting that is bold so that it stands out. On the other hand if her fingers are small, a delicate design is a better choice.
