Here are a few things to consider when shopping for an engagement ring.
Choosing an engagement and wedding ring should be an exciting time, but more than often causes a lot of anxiety. To relieve some of this stress, couples are now choosing to shop together! From window shopping hand-in-hand to paying attention to what jewelry trends your partner likes, there are various ways to find the ring of their dreams. Here are a few things to consider when shopping for an engagement ring.
Consider Your Budget
You must be sure you can afford a ring before purchasing one, especially as you begin your new life as a married couple, combining finances. Before shopping for rings, consider your income, investments, savings, and expenses. Compare your expenses to your income. If your income is greater, you’re in good shape! If your expenses are higher, see where you might be able to start cutting back to set aside some savings for the ring. Start to allocate some or all of it to an engagement ring fund.
Your Partner’s Preferred Style
While many couples are now choosing to shop for rings together, some prefer to be surprised by their partner. If you’re ring shopping solo, know what styles your partner likes. If you’re unsure, take a peek at their jewelry. Do they prefer gold or silver? Diamonds or gemstones? You can also ask their close friends and family. Chances are they’ve already had many conversations about their dream engagement rings and can even show you a few photos.
Remember The Four C’s
If your partner prefers a diamond ring, it’s important for you to understand the four C’s. This term will come up a lot when you start researching engagement rings. Diamonds are graded and priced based on the four C’s: color, cut, clarity, and carat. These are important to know because they help you understand a ring’s quality and determine its price. Many jewelers provide information about the 4C’s on their website, so you can easily understand the most important characteristics when purchasing an engagement ring.
Your Partner’s Ring Size
Many factors go into ring size, including finger shape, width of the ring, and how someone likes to wear their rings. If you don’t already know your partner’s size, secretly slip on a ring that they wear on their ring finger onto your finger and mark where it hits. You can also use a ring sizer to see what size the ring is. Keep in mind that not every ring can be re-sized. Ask an experienced jeweler about the style if you don’t know your partner’s size, and they can advise you.
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