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Wondering how to choose an engagement ring your partner will love when there are so many different styles available? The engagement ring you select should be a celebration of your unique relationship. And with so many different and distinct styles to choose from — including customizable styles — you’re sure to find the right engagement ring for the one you love.

From the shape and cut of the stone to the band metal, there are certain details to consider as you shop for a ring. The best place to start in your search is to understand some of the styles you’ll come across.

You’re not the only person wondering, how should an engagement ring fit? Ring size isn’t usually common knowledge and if you want your proposal to be a surprise, you can’t exactly ask. There are a few different methods for measuring ring size including the string test and the paper test. You can also try comparing other rings your partner owns to our ring size chart.

No matter what, remember you can always bring your ring back to be resized after the big proposal, so don’t stress too much about getting the perfect size.

At a 10 on the Mohs scale, diamond is one of the hardest and most durable substances on earth. Add the sparkle and prestige, and it makes sense that diamonds have held the coveted number one spot for engagement ring stones for decades.

A diamond will always be a classic choice, but there are a few things to consider before you choose a diamond for your one and only. An engagement ring is an important purchase, so how do you know you’re choosing a quality diamond? It all starts with understanding the 4Cs of diamonds: carat, clarity, color and cut.

While diamonds are still the number one choice for engagement rings, the trend towards more unique designs has given colorful gemstones like ruby, sapphire, emerald, and many others a whole new purpose.

From the main center stone to smaller accent stones surrounding a diamond, gemstones can be incorporated in many different ways to create an engagement ring that is personal and meaningful. Additionally, a gemstone engagement ring can also be more affordable than a diamond.

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