Celebrate Your Love with the Perfect Engagement Ring for Her

There is nothing more special and valuable in the world than the love of another person. The kind of dedication and care that goes into the decision to tie the knot cannot be overstated, but that same consideration should be applied to finding the engagement ring of your love’s dreams. While some couples will shop for engagement rings together, many still prefer to leave it as a surprise. This can make it a bit tricky to shop for the ring itself, but when done properly, the moment you drop down to one knee will be a magical one that you’ll remember for the rest of your life.

It’s hard to believe that something as small as a ring can convey so much emotion and commitment. But it does, and that’s why you need to make your selection carefully. Are you not sure where to start? Read this guide to selecting the perfect engagement ring for the love in your life.

Obtaining the Right Engagement Ring in 4 Steps

Understand your Budget

While the money that you spend on a ring is not inherent to the value of the ring, expense does play a role in shopping for such an important piece of jewelry. There is no rigid guideline of how much you “need” to spend on an engagement ring, though many shoppers like to think that a higher cost leads to higher quality. While this is sometimes true, it is not always the case. Don’t go broke buying an engagement ring. Understand how much you can spend before you set foot in a jeweler’s.

Figure Out Her Ring Size

Imagine that you’ve proposed, that the ring has filled her heart with delight, and she says “yes.” Now imagine that when you slide the ring onto her finger, it doesn’t fit. That’s pretty awkward. All is not lost, however, because rings can be properly fitted to the right size. Still, to avoid this scenario, bring a ring that she isn’t currently wearing (that you know fits her finger) into the jeweler when you start shopping. This will take the guesswork out of it so that you can focus on finding the style of ring that best suits your soon-to-be fiancé.

Understand Her Style

While diamonds are considered the classic, “default” selection, unconventional engagement rings are growing more and more popular all the time. Does your lady even like diamonds? What other stones and metals does she appreciate? You can take a look at her existing jewelry collection to get an idea of her style and what she’d be delighted to see when you pop the question.

You could also take her to a jewelry store under another pretext (like claiming that you’re looking to buy a new watch) and see which jewelry displays catch her eye.

Insure the Ring

You don’t want to leave your investment unprotected, so insuring the ring should be your next step after making your decision. Engagement rings can be added to your homeowner’s/renter’s insurance, or you can purchase an insurance policy just for the ring. Remember that an engagement ring is a financial and emotional investment toward your future.