The marriage proposal is one of the most beautiful moments in a couple’s life. As a precious symbol of this desire for uniqueness, it represents everything that your wife has certainly secretly dreamed of! Also, it is very important not to make a mistake! Not that you risk being refused if the ring is not entirely to the bride’s taste, but it is important that it matches her style and personality. After all, the engagement ring is just as important, if not more so, than the bridal ring. She is the one who kicks off the festivities. It will be carefully preserved alongside a wedding ring or on another finger of the bride. Are you a little lost in the face of the immensity of the offerings from jewelers? Don’t panic, we will help you!
How much does an engagement ring cost?
Before you dive headlong into searching for the perfect engagement ring, you should naturally start by studying your budget. If some studies give averages of around several million euros, rest assured, there is something for all budgets. The amount you want to put in is therefore a personal matter. Between an engagement ring costing less than 100 euros and an engagement ring costing around 1000 euros, there is often a difference: the choice of material. However, there are sumptuous engagement rings at all prices. So stick to your wallet and allow yourself a little extra time in case you fall in love.
Should you choose it alone or with your significant other?
Do you want a total surprise and are you sure you know the tastes of your significant other? Go solo to be equipped for your marriage proposal.
Are you sure you won’t be able to choose and would you prefer that Madame be involved in this crucial choice? Nothing stops you from finding out about their tastes in advance by pretending to look at something else at the jeweler!
Some couples even go so far as to make this choice after the marriage proposal: things settled!
Choose the right ring, the one for which you will be sure not to make a mistake…
Traditionally, an ornate solitaire is often given as an engagement ring. Diamond solitaire, and precious stone solitaire, are a large number of varieties. However, this is not suitable for all future brides. Some will prefer something less traditional like a vintage ring or a costume ring. So try to imagine what your future wife would like.
Note that white gold, although very popular, is not your only option. There is also yellow gold and rose gold. To make sure you select the right one, look at what your wife usually wears. Does she still have gold, silver, or pink rings? Does she alternate between her outfits?
Does your wife not wear many rings? Know that white gold is more traditional, more classic. Yellow gold is warm. As for pink gold, it is a more current and romantic trend that we have discovered in recent years.
Besides gold, you can also go for platinum, if you have the budget.
How to choose the stone?Â
Engagement rings are traditionally adorned with semi-precious or precious stones as we talked about above. They can be cut in many shapes which more or less correspond to the taste of the bride. The diamond, the ruby, the sapphire, the emerald, each of them has its specificities. The stones also have meanings that you can take into account when making your choice. As for the shape of the ring, it’s the same, it exists in various shapes from the oval diamond to the pear diamond through the marquise or pear-cut semi-precious stone.
If you’re having trouble knowing which style to select, refer to the bride’s friends or family. Girlfriends usually know their friends very well, especially when it comes to BFFs. They will give you valuable advice to guide you!
A unique ring to get engaged…
Would you like to find a unique ring that no jewelry store already offers? Why not look at the family jewels? You also have the originality of signet engagement rings for women or those ethical rings. Finally, you can even go so far as to have a custom engagement ring made by following your instinct. The result will be all the more beautiful and touching for your wife because it was imagined by you with love!
