Question for the ladies....Engagement rings???

Question

What is the most important part of the ring for you ladies? Carat weight, clarity, the amount spent on the ring? and describe your "dream ring"

Answer 1

well, the love and commitment is obviously the most important thing...

that is an issue in itself...

as far as the aesthetics of a ring -- to each his own.

my dream ring would be platinum... i do like the cut i have. it is so unique. most women right now are going for the super simple look, which i do like... it is just not as cute when everyone has it...

typically speaking, you are supposed to spend 2-3 months salary on the ring, but unless you are a gold digger that does not matter!!!

if she is a jewelry buff, then she will be awed by the carat weight & clarity... as for myself... that means nothing...

judge her jewlery taste by what she buys... and not just in jewlery, but in clothing and household decorations. if she likes antiques, then she probably likes classic jewlery... if she likes super modern decor, then she probably likes modern jewlery.... etc.

yes-- definately buy one that has a coordinating wedding band. even if you don't buy it now-- just so that it matches!!! that is one thing that would drive me crazy... wedding bands that have a few little diamonds in them really add to the beauty.

Answer 2

Clarity and color are much more important than carat weight. I would much rather have a smaller diamond with D/E/F color and VS1 or VS2 clarity than a larger diamond down in the K-R color range or I1 or lower clarity. The color is not as important as the clarity as you will not notice the color (unless very low on the color chart) unless you hold it up to a white piece of paper or next to a better diamond. However, as far as clarity is concerned, I have sold 1 carat diamonds that have "natural markings" as we are trained to say, or what most people call dark flecks inside the diamond for thousands of dollars, where a 1/2 carat is half the price and is more likely to be beautiful on the color and clarity chart. A small solitaire can always be dressed up with wraps to add to it. Personally, that is why a solitaire diamond was my choice for my own engagement ring, although I didn't pick it out, my husband did. If you do get a solitaire, I would suggest round, the most tradidional of shapes and the easiest to enhance, or princess cut. Marquis is a fad, as are pear shapes. Stick with something that is timeless and romantic. If you choose a ring with more than just a center stone, be sure that the store you are purchasing from is willing to give you the clarity and color of all diamonds, not just the center stone.

Follow these links for more information:

http://www.ssjewels.com/html/diamond_chart.html- A decent copy of a diamond chart that shows color, clarity, ect...

http://www.diamond.com/customer/education/about_diamonds.jsp

Answers all your questions about different diamond aspects.

Remember to keep in mind that a diamond is precious because of it's fire, sparkle and brilliance. It's all about the facets in a diamond too. Just because there are more facets does not make it a better diamond, it's all about the placement of those facets to enhance the color light and white light.

Answer 3

Carat weight and no flaws you can see with the eye.

Dream ring....hmmm, everyone is different but I like a simple 1 carat round stone for engagement -then add a great diamond band wrap around to it at the wedding to make the set complete.

Answer 4

Well idealy if i had my dream ring you would be broke as hell after. If would be princes cut maybe with pink diamonds on either side, a platinum band. 25 carats perfect clarity.
The most important part is probably thats its not tacky.
Get her something simple she can wear with anything. ...i.e dont buy yellow gold. no pear shape or heart shape diamonds. I think a small good quality diamond is better then a big crappy one.
I think the most important also is the cut and the band. ...So go for platinum or white gold... white diamond with simple desgin. Something that suits her....look at her jewellery...what does she like and wear and go from there.
Even just a simple band works if she is not a big diamond girl...but ive never met any of those.

engraving is cute on the inside!

keep the receipt!!

Answer 5

The style of it and the carat weight, to me. I like a solitare setting, with a stone that's large enough to easily see it. The stone should be cut so that the stone sparkles with a fire.

It doesn't really need to be a real diamond, so long as it looks like one and it sparkles with fire. But, if you're getting a ring for your lady and you choose one of these synthetic ones, make sure she knows what it is. She may or may not let friends know if it isn't really diamond.

Answer 6

I used to think a diamond would be my dream ring, but so many people have them and they are so superficial - everyone's competing to see who has the bigger diamond.

I am using a claddagh ring as my engagement ring and then my wedding ring (I do have a diamond ring, but I like the claddagh better).

I love claddagh rings because:

1. they have meaning (love, loyalty and friendship).
2. they have history - they were first created in Galway, Ireland in the 17th century.
3. they can be worn as engagement rings (on left hand, heart away from body) or wedding rings (left hand, heart towards body).
4. they are unique, but not so much that people don't know what they are. Women in Ireland wear these rings as wedding rings; the men can wear them too.
5. they can be the start of a family tradition. these rings were meant to be passed down from generation to generation.
6. they can be purchased online (www.allcladdagh) directly from Ireland and are stamped from an office in Ireland (which proves their authenticity).

All of this means so much more to me than a diamond. You know, diamonds aren't really rarer than sapphires or other stones. It's just that they are released in limited supply to boost their value (and get a big chunk of money from you) - not very romantic.

Answer 7

Definitely Clarity/ Cut! It is more important to have as perfectly diamond as possible than one with high carat weight that is seriously flawed. My hubby bought me Hearts On Fire Diamonds-the most perfectly cut diamonds in the world.

Answer 8

I wouldn't care if my boyfriend spent one million dollars on a ring as much as if he'd put all of his energy into finding something he knew I'd love! It's like buying one perfect rose versus getting a boque made up for you. It's the thought and look that counts. If you know she will adore it and it makes you smile just looking at it then it's perfect! Not too big, not too small, I think that white gold looks better but that's my taste. Clarity is a must, if the ring is foggy and gross looking I wouldn't think you put much into it ... It takes more to find perfection then to pick one out and do it fast.

Answer 9

Well, if your asking b/c your trying to pick out a ring to pop the question, I would say ask her best friends. Just get an idea. But my dream ring is 1 CT. T.W. Zales Diamond Three Stone Ring in Platinum.

Answer 10

If you want to buy an engagement ring, it's best to let your girl pick it out, or at least ask her what she likes. I thought I wanted my boyfriend to surprise me. He picked out a beautiful ring but it just wasn't me. We ended up exchanging it which turned out to be a huge hassle.
Does she prefer gold or white gold? That's very important. Also, not every girl wants a diamond engagement ring. There may be another stone she likes. Maybe she wants a diamond with gemstone accents. I ended up having some diamonds taken out of my ring and replaced with sapphires.
In retrospect, I really wish I'd have picked out my own ring.