What makes an engagement ring perfect? To Kanye West in October 2013, it meant a ring worth a whopping $4 million, which he presented Kim Kardashian during his stadium proposal. But you don’t need to go that over the top to demonstrate your love and commitment. After all, even Kim's ring was stolen in the 2016 Paris robbery. So, why take a risk? If you are on a budget but still want to buy a sparkling engagement ring, check out lab-grown diamonds. They are conflict-free, much more environmentally friendly than naturally mined diamonds, and much more affordable, without compromising on the sparkle or quality of the gemstone. You can even choose from interesting designs that symbolize your love, like the three-stone engagement ring, which stands for eternal love.
Take a look at these useful tips to choose the perfect one from the multiple choices in engagement rings for women.
The Sparkle
If your beloved loves to "shine bright like a diamond," go for it. Get the 4 Cs of diamonds right.
1. Carat:
This is the unit used to denote the weight of the diamond. Larger diamonds weigh and cost more.
2. Cut:
Choose from various cuts like princess, round, marquise, pear, and oval. The first two reflect the maximum light, although all cuts look stunning. Pick the one that can enhance the radiance of your partner.
3. Color:
- Find the desired diamond color like white, bluish, pink, or black. The colors are graded as:
- D (absolutely colorless)
- E-F (colorless)
- G-J (almost colorless)
- K (faint)
- L-Z (faint to light color)
4. Clarity:
- The fewer the microscopic flaws of a diamond, the higher its clarity and therefore price. The various grades of clarity are:
- Internally flawless (IF)
- Very very small inclusions (VVSI1, VVSI2)
- Very small inclusions (VSI1, VSI2)
- Small inclusions (SI1, SI2)
- Inclusions (I1, I2, I3)
A Splash of Rich Color
How about an oversized gemstone to add a splash of color? You can even choose designs with a large gemstone at the center, surrounded by smaller diamonds. This gorgeous color contrast can make the ring you choose unique. Gemstones can even make for a fabulous three-stone engagement ring. You can choose different designs here too, such as a gemstone in the center, flanked by two diamonds, or a diamond at the center, flanked by gemstones on either side. Choose from Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, and more.
Such engagement rings for women can be perfect, especially if the gemstone is her birthstone or in her favorite color.
The Right Metal
What complements the skin tone of your partner best? Get that clear before you pick a metal of suitable color for the engagement ring. Some great options are:
- Sterling Silver
- 10K White Gold
- 10K Yellow Gold
- 14K White Gold
- 14K Yellow Gold
- 14K Rose Gold
Jaw-Dropping Design
Time to choose a breathtaking design for the ring. If your beloved has a taste for artistry, choose a ring flaunting unparalleled workmanship or add more meaning by choosing a three-stone engagement ring. The three stones on this ring symbolize the past, present, and future of your togetherness. If your partner embraces minimalism, go for a timeless solitaire heart ring. To impress a lover of antiquity, buy a majestic marquise ring. King Louis XV of France had this shape designed after the lips of his mistress. To win over the fantasy princess in your woman, get a rare Disney-themed engagement ring for her.
Certified for Authenticity
Make sure you check that the gemstones and diamonds used are certified for authenticity. This can give you peace of mind while shopping online.
Most importantly, don’t forget to check her ring size, either by sneaking one of her rings for measurement or using a thread to measure the circumference of her ring finger. But, if you want the engagement ring to be a surprise, you’ll have to find ways to do that without her catching and rely on the resizing of exchange option!
