8 Tips to choose an Engagement Ring on a budget

In this guide, we will give you 8 helpful tips to choose an engagement ring on a budget.

‘The man is down on one knee as he holds the ring in his hand and pops the question, “Will you marry me?”. The woman is in awe as she looks at the man holding the ring and says “Yes”. Soon, they are married and live happily ever after.’

While most love stories have a happy ending, ‘the engagement ring’ is quite a popular topic. Women love to discuss and flaunt their engagement ring (and yes, the bigger the better…!!!) We understand every man would have many questions running through his mind. “Will she like it”, “What if she says no”, “Is the size of the stone okay” and so on. After all, you want her to say “Yes” and love the ring, of course.

That’s why we give you a few valuable tips to choose an Engagement Ring for your partner.

Always research about the diamonds, price, quality and other precious stones. This will give you an idea about the price and the value of engagement rings. You can also choose between the various metals available – gold, platinum, rose gold, and white gold.

The first tip for buying a diamond engagement ring is to understand the 4Cs – Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat weight. Here is a brief about the 4Cs that you need to keep in mind while choosing an engagement ring.

Once you prioritize the 4Cs, you can move onto the next step.

Understand the difference between a diamond’s shapes is as important as its cutting style and quality. The shape describes a diamond’s outline when viewed face-up. By far, the most common shape is the round brilliant solitaire ring. However, there are heart-shaped, oval, square, rectangle, pear-shaped, cushion-cut, Emerald cut, and Marquise cut.

Among the many engagement ring shopping tips available, the number one is to spend 2-3 months of your salary on an engagement ring. You may have also read engagement ring price guides that say that high estimates make a “good” engagement ring.

Don’t fall into such gimmicks. Also, don’t assume that all girls want a diamond-encrusted ring or expensive stone. That said, one of the best ways to find out is by consulting her friends. This way you won’t ruin the surprise. You will also feel more confident when you choose an engagement ring on a budget.

Bear in mind that you will be investing in wedding bills for the future as well so going overboard on an engagement ring may not be a sensible option. Regardless of the amount you are investing in the ring, make sure to buy only from a reputed jeweler. This way you need not worry about the ring quality when you buy. Plus you are also confident of the service before and after the purchase.

As mentioned above, research well. Shop around and make comparisons. Compare online vs. retail jewelry stores price, quality, satisfaction guarantee, etc. When we are in love, we tend to get overwhelmed and often overlook these details.

Choosing bling is not only a token of your love but also asks for a huge piece of financial investment. Hence, take time to choose the ideal engagement ring for her. Start researching 5-6 months before you are planning to propose. Look for the right vendor and narrow down your options.

If you are ordering any custom-made engagement ring, it will take time to have it made and shipped.

By looking at these options, you will feel more confident while making your final decision.

Go with your instinct. Choose a ring that means something to you and what you feel about your partner. You can also ask your jeweler to customize the engagement ring by enhancing it with quotes or choose a designer engagement ring to make her feel extra special. You can always go with an heirloom piece that has been in the family for generations.

Stating the obvious, choosing the right size helps in keeping the excitement rolling after the proposal. If the ring doesn’t fit, it may seem harder to feel like it’s the “right ring”. Also, an incorrect size means you will need to send it for resizing that can take days to weeks based on the setting style.

Try to figure out your partner’s size ahead of time by measuring another ring from her jewellery collection or using an adjustable ring.

Always ask for a lab certification on any diamond. This certificate lets you know that the diamond you are buying actually possesses the characteristics i.e. 4Cs. The most reliable laboratories in the industry are the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and AGS (American Gem Society). Both these labs prove that the diamond you are buying is accurate and owns all the quality you are looking for.

Choose an engagement Ring on a budget is not a stressful process as it seems. As we said above, plan ahead of time and you will know which is the right ring that speaks of your undying love.