I am prosposing to my gf...I am clueless about the ring...Any suggestions????

Question

I know she is simple and would love anything that I give her, I just want it to be special...Thanks guys!

Answer 1

A single diamond stone set in a 4 or 6 prong setting is always a classic. Size depends on what u can afford, tell the jeweler what ur price range is and if he is reputable, he will show u different styles and qualities to chose from. As I`ve said, a single stone is never faddish or goes out of style. As an after-thought, my ring was presented to me attached to a single long stem red rose, very touching and romantic. Best Wishes to u both.

Answer 2

Remember first of all to spend only what you can afford - no need to go in debt over this. Save extra money for the marriage. Don't believe the marketing hype about spending two months' salary - that's just a ploy. Choose something you like, and that you think she might like. It's as simple as that. Remember, also, that price does not always reflect the beauty of a ring - you can have two rings with exactly the same size stones, one worth 10 times the other. Few people will be able to see the difference between a near-perfect stone and a regular one. We girls just like sparkly stuff. Good luck to you....

Answer 3

If she's really very simple, then go with a Tiffany -- just a round cut stone on a simple gold band. If I were you and wanted something a little more custom, I'd go to a local, family owned jeweler, maybe even one that's going out of business if you can find one, because you'll find more unique rings at better prices. Don't go to a big chain. Just make sure you match the size of the ring and the diamond to the size of your girlfriend -- i.e. if she has dainty fingers, don't go out and get her something huge and gaudy.

Of course, if you aren't sure, just go out and buy the diamond, put it on a plain Tiffany setting for the proposal, then let her go with you to pick out the perfect band. That way, it's still a surprise, but she isn't stuck with a band she that less than impresses her. That's what my husband did. He bought the diamond, I bought the band (a beautiful tiny chevron band with bagguettes down each side and in a butterfly pattern around the center diamond, that I got at half its retail value since the jeweler was retiring. I had to have my wedding band fitted to it by a master jeweler to get it to fit into the chevron, but I've never seen another like it, and it's lovely on my tiny sized 4.5 finger without overwhelming it.). Good luck!

Answer 4

Go to a good jewelry store and just ask them to explain what you should be looking for in a diamond ring they will show you exactly what you should know. You don't necessarily have to buy the ring there but at least then you will be better educated to make the purchase.

Oh also you could take her browsing in the mall one day as you walk past the jewelry store say hey lets go in here a minute I've been looking for something special for Mom , or your Dad has been thinking bout getting your Mom a new ring, something, and get her looking and just notice what she really seems to like. Also her best friend and Mom both would be good people to ask as far as what she likes, if you can trust them not to let it slip you asked.

Best of luck and congrats in advance.

Answer 5

I am a girl, it really depends on the girl. Has she mentioned if she likes diamonds, emeralds, etc or maybe just a gold or white gold band? If you want it special, sometimes you can find places that will do a custom ring for a very reasonable price. If she likes things simple than a huge stone is not going to be what she'd like. Hope this helps!

Answer 6

Take a peek at the jewelry she already owns... does she prefer yellow gold or white gold, platinum, etc.? To make the ring more personal, look for a ring with your birth stone complementing the diamond. If she's simple, more than likely she would love a round or slightly squared cut when it comes to the diamond. You can take a ring that she wears with you to the jeweler, and they can measure it for the proper size. She'll look at how much thought and effort you put into it, and how much you thought about her taste when you bought it.

Answer 7

First you need to decide what you can afford. Then you can go to a jeweler telling him/her the amount you would like to spend. They can show you an array of different diamond sets. Remember that solitaires are the most expensive. Also, keep away from diamonds with yellow coloring. Heck, you want a diamond set? I have one that has great clarity and is simple compared to the one I have now. I kept the first one for sentimental value. Now...I can do without it.
You do have to realize that there are different avenues of purchasing a diamond. Shop around. Get the best value for your dollar. You can even go to a diamond broker who sell quite a bit cheaper than a jeweler and then have the diamond set into a mounting that would fit your girlfriends personality and likes.
If you want to ask me anything else...just ask!
Good Luck to you! LGK

Answer 8

Just remember to go for something unique - not some run of the mill mass produced ring from the highstreet.
Look in real jewelery shops, not the bog standard Argos or H.Samuels. Antique rings are a good bet. But remember that you know her taste better than anyone answering this question here.

Answer 9

She may not even want a ring. The engagement ring fad is actually on the way out. Just ask her to marry you. Many couples prefer to spend the money an engagement ring would cost on the wedding or a house instead.

Answer 10

It depends on her style. What's "in" right now is platinum or white gold settings. Anything 1/2 carat and above is considered a decent size. One fourth if you are sure she will not feel disappointed. You can get away with bigger as long as the quality is less, just don't give her something that doesn't sparkle. Opaque diamonds, no matter how big, look ceap. Good luck!