Wednesday, February 25, 2009
ABC's of Weddings...D is for Diamonds (and more!)
One of the first purchases for a couple who have decided to get married is an engagement ring. The first thing that comes to mind is a diamond ring, but engagement rings don't have to be that perfect diamond. We've seen so much more, like ruby and emeralds, alone or with diamonds. Vintage and antique settings. But it all comes down to personal style.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
This One's for Groom's To Be...
Is a Proposal in Your Future?
Guys...how long have you been with your girlfriend in a serious relationship? Six months? A year...two years or more? Did you know that Valentine's Day is the second most popular day to pop "the question?" So...what are you waiting for...?
Are you nervous about that engagement ring? Here's some information to help guide your way.
No. 1: When Buying an Engagement Ring, Don't Automatically Think You Can't Afford Quality
Platinum is the metal of choice. An engagement ring is an investment in beauty with a meaning of long lasting love, but it doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Even De Beers, a popular name associated with diamonds, carries Platinum rings costing as little as $2,650.
No. 2: You Can't Go Wrong With A Classic Style
A solitaire diamond ring has been a classic design for decades. There is true elegance in showcasing a unique, single diamond in a solitaire ring setting, but is is also important to get a sense from your fiancé about her preferences.
No. 3: The Necessary Question:
What is Her Ring Size? If you have no idea and don't want to ask, try one of these methods. A jeweler can calculate her ring size from any of them.
Trace the inside of one of her rings onto paper.
Borrow one of her rings, something she wears often.
Put one of her rings on your finger and mark where it rests with a pen, then get yourself to the jeweler!
No. 4: Choose Wisely
Buy a ring that symbolize your love, and that she'll want to wear for the rest of her life .
Jewelry should mirror a relationship--beautiful, unique and lasting.
Guys...how long have you been with your girlfriend in a serious relationship? Six months? A year...two years or more? Did you know that Valentine's Day is the second most popular day to pop "the question?" So...what are you waiting for...?
Are you nervous about that engagement ring? Here's some information to help guide your way.
No. 1: When Buying an Engagement Ring, Don't Automatically Think You Can't Afford Quality
Platinum is the metal of choice. An engagement ring is an investment in beauty with a meaning of long lasting love, but it doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Even De Beers, a popular name associated with diamonds, carries Platinum rings costing as little as $2,650.
No. 2: You Can't Go Wrong With A Classic Style
A solitaire diamond ring has been a classic design for decades. There is true elegance in showcasing a unique, single diamond in a solitaire ring setting, but is is also important to get a sense from your fiancé about her preferences.
No. 3: The Necessary Question:
What is Her Ring Size? If you have no idea and don't want to ask, try one of these methods. A jeweler can calculate her ring size from any of them.
Trace the inside of one of her rings onto paper.
Borrow one of her rings, something she wears often.
Put one of her rings on your finger and mark where it rests with a pen, then get yourself to the jeweler!
No. 4: Choose Wisely
Buy a ring that symbolize your love, and that she'll want to wear for the rest of her life .
Jewelry should mirror a relationship--beautiful, unique and lasting.
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