Are you ready to take the next step in your relationship? It’s time to buy that beautiful diamond ring. It certainly crosses many couples’ minds this time of year. But upon doing research, you realize that there are thousands of possible engagement ring designs and different engagement ring metals to choose from. Are you completely lost on how to find out what ring your partner wants, and worried that you’ll pick the wrong one? I hear you! It is overwhelming!
If you’re spending a significant amount of money on an engagement ring, the last thing you want is to buy something that your soon-to-be fiance won’t be thrilled with. Of course you want to get that big & exciting reaction. You want to get her a ring that she will love forever. Happiness is key here, and these helpful tips are the perfect guide to find out what ring she truly wants.
Gather the Help of Your Friends
Your partner’s best friends are your most important source of information when it comes to finding out what ring she would like. They know her as well as you do, and her closest friends will most likely know what type of ring she would want for herself.
- What if there’s a design YOU want for her but you’re not sure if she’ll like it? You can choose your own top 3 engagement ring designs and ask her friends which one they think she’d love the most.
- What if her friends don’t know what she wants? This is a great opportunity for her friends to take her out on a shopping date and casually slip into a jewelry store to try on different rings. They’ll be able to discretely ask her what type of ring design she wants, and ALSO get her ring size! Sneaky, sneaky!
- What if you’re on a limited budget? You can easily find 1 carat engagement rings for under $1,000. Ask her friends to shop with you to find the right ring for your budget.
Check Her Social Media
With a little social media stalking, you might get lucky and discover that your partner has shared or liked specific engagement rings (most likely in an attempt to discretely tell you what she wants). This could be a big breakthrough if she herself has shared her own desire for a specific ring. Don’t forget to check all platforms; Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and especially Pinterest are your best bet.
Look at Her Personal Jewelry Collection
You might be able to catch a hint from her own jewelry collection at home. Look for the type of rings or jewelry she wears often. If she likes bold pieces with large gems or diamonds, she’ll most likely be hoping for a big diamond; search halo & 3-stone designs. If you find that she enjoys wearing gold jewelry, you can choose a yellow gold setting for your engagement ring. Maybe you find that she likes delicate pieces with small accents, she’ll definitely prefer a simple ring with a minimal design; search solitaire engagement rings.
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Consider Her Day-to-day Lifestyle
It’s also a great idea to observe her day-to-day life. If she enjoys wearing jewelry, you can choose something with a grander design like a solitaire engagement ring with accent stones. If she has to constantly wash her hands for her job or lifestyle, it’s a good idea to get her a solitaire engagement ring which is more durable compared to a ring with accent diamonds (that can fall out).
Helpful Tip: You can discuss your partner’s lifestyle with the jeweler you are buying from. By doing so, they can recommend the type of ring that would fit her best.
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Lastly, Don’t Stress it
If you find that you can’t figure out what ring she wants, don’t worry about it too much. The ring you choose will most likely be the one she loves. It’s the one you chose to ask for her hand in marriage, and that’s a magical moment. If you find that she isn’t completely happy with the ring, you always have the option of exchanging a ring for a different design for as long as you choose a jeweler that allows this. Don’t worry too much and make sure you enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime moment!
