Engagement Ring Guides
How to Choose an Engagement Ring
Choosing an engagement ring comes down to five decisions: style, stone, metal, size and budget. Work through them in order and the choice becomes simple.
1. Choose a style
Start with the overall look. A solitaire is classic and timeless; a three-stone carries 'past, present, future' meaning; a cluster gives sparkle and size; an Art Deco ring offers bold geometry. Note which your partner already wears.
2. Choose the stone
Diamond is the classic, but sapphire, emerald and ruby make distinctive, meaningful choices. Antique rose-cut and old-cut diamonds glow rather than glitter.
3. Choose the metal
Platinum and white gold suit a cool, bright look; yellow gold is warm and traditional. Match the metal your partner usually wears.
4. Get the ring size
Borrow a ring she already wears, or check our ring sizing guide. Antique rings can usually be resized within reason.
5. Set your budget
Decide what is comfortable — there is no fixed rule. See how much to spend. Antique rings often give more for the money.
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Frequently asked questions
Work through five decisions in order: style, stone, metal, ring size and budget. Note what your partner already wears for clues to their taste.
A diamond solitaire is the most classic and timeless choice, though three-stone and cluster designs are also enduringly popular.
Usually yes, within reason. Ask about a specific ring before purchase.