When we think of an engagement ring, the picture that conjures up in our mind instantly is that of a brilliant, clear and sparkling diamond set in either gold or platinum. Gorgeous! Yet, do we pause and think of the state of mind of the man who is at the verge of purchasing one? This occasion will probably be his first experience in the wild world of jewellery itself!
But before it comes to purchasing an engagement ring, there are a number of things a man has to look after. For instance, finding the girl who is the “one”. CHECK, Asking her father for her hand in marriage. CHECK, Planning the perfect proposal. CHECK, Selecting the perfect engagement ring. OOPS!
How should he go about that? Should he go for the priciest one? Whom to ask? The first time any man enters a jewellery store he is surrounded with concepts he has probably never heard of before. Tiffany setting? Inclusion? Eternity brand? It all seems to fly over his head!
But don’t fear because now we are here! Presenting to you the complete guide on how to go about picking an engagement ring your girlfriend will go bonkers over. So let’s get started.
Firstly, set a budget. You need to be sure of how much you are willing or rather able to spend on the ring. There is nothing even remotely romantic about going into debt over an engagement ring. After all, it’s the thought that goes into purchasing the ring that matters. If you are sure that she is the “one”, then don’t delay because you cant afford a more expensive ring.
Secondly, make it a surprise. It is sweet taking your girlfriend to the jewellery store and letting her choose the ring. And there goes your element of surprise down the drain, along with your once in a lifetime chance to show how romantic and considerate you are. You will also miss out in the chance to see the look of surprise on her face when you propose to her, the ring fits, and its exactly what she wanted.
Next, you need to get her ring size right. It would be highly embarrassing when you get down to one knee, propose, and are trying to push the ring up her finger, but it won’t budge! Now to get her ring size you need to be a little sneaky! You can either swipe a ring from her dressing table when she is getting dressed in the bathroom, or ask one of her friends to do it for you. Do remember to pick a ring that she doesn’t wear regularly so that she would be less likely to miss it.
Lastly, you need to research her style. Does she prefer a small stone or a large glitzy one? Is she a platinum or gold or a silver woman? Does she like diamonds, or will she prefer some other stone? Which jeweler she prefers over others? These are the questions you need to know the answers to, so as to get an idea of her style.
So gentlemen, now you can sure heave a sigh of relief, and be prepared to accomplish the proposal of your dreams, and hers as well!
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