They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend and what better way to demonstrate this by buying your fiancee a diamond engagement ring. Diamonds with their fire and radiance are an investment that will last a lifetime.

Perhaps the first thing to consider is what type of ring style would suit your fiancee and from there on you can decide about the actual diamond. Engagement rings are a symbol of love and continued commitment and signify the promise that the couple have made to each other, so it’s imperative to get it right! Diamond rings are available everywhere, from your local jeweller to the high street store and they are also available for sale over the Internet. You must also decide whether you are going to buy a diamond
that is already set in a ring or a loose stone.

The next step is purchasing the ring. Most people when buying an engagement ring have a set budget and there are a few parameters you should consider within your budget. These are clarity, cut, carat and colour. These 4 C’s, as they are called, all contribute to the quality of the diamond and also the price. If you decide to buy a platinum ring, near colourless diamonds look better in this setting and conversely if you decide to buy a coloured gold band, a stone with a slight yellow will compliment this setting.

If you’re not sure what type of engagement ring your fiancee would like, bring her along, after all better safe than sorry! Most times choosing the engagement ring together is a lovely and memorable experience.