1. Ring style

The style and setting of the engagement ring’s band is just as important as the stone that will be set on it. The ring should reflect her personal style: you may want to choose something that matches the jewellery she already wears.

It should also suit the shape of her fingers. As a general rule, smaller rings are more appropriate for younger people, while larger rings look best on mature hands. Rings with wide, horizontal stylings are well–suited to long, slender fingers, while shorter fingers call for more vertical designs. An elongated ring can also flatter more generously-proportioned hands.

3. The 7Cs

Carat

A diamond's weight is measured in carats; the larger a diamond the more rare.

Cut

A well cut or faceted diamond, scintillates with light, offering the greatest brilliance and value.

Colour

Diamonds are graded by colour, starting at D and moving through to Z, with D being the most colourless.

Clarity

The greater a diamond’s clarity, the more brilliant, valuable and rare it is.

Certification

A diamond grading report is a quality certification from an independent gem laboratory.

Cost

It is important to buy a diamond that offers the best features but with a good mix of the first four Cs.

Contour

The shape and dimensions of a diamond play a key role in its appearance in a ring.

4. Shape & Setting

The style and setting of the engagement ring’s band is just as important as the stone that will be set on it. The ring should reflect her personal style: you may want to choose something that matches the jewellery she already wears.

It should also suit the shape of her fingers. as a general rule, smaller rings are more appropriate for younger people, while larger rings look best on mature hands. Rings with wide, horizontal stylings are well-suited to long, slender fingers, while shorter fingers call for more vertical designs. An elongated ring can also flatter more generously-proportioned hands.

6. Ring size

While it’s easy enough to have a ring adjusted if you don’t get it the right size the first time, it adds a special something if your intended can wear it right after your proposal!

If you don’t know your partners ring size, contact our sales team and we can send you a free ring sizer in the post so you can check. Alternatively you can take one of her existing rings to a local jewellers to check.

If this isnt an option, try asking a friend or relative if they know her ring size. And if they don’t know, don’t despair – try (carefully!) measuring the diameter of your partner’s ring finger with a piece of string while she’s asleep.