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When it comes to choosing a diamond engagement ring, the amount of choice available may make the task seem quite daunting, especially if you are keeping the ring a secret from your other half. With so many different diamond engagement ring styles to choose from it is essential that you consider carefully before rushing into any decisions, and if you do not already know her preference in rings, you may need to get a little help to ensure that you get the diamond perfect engagement ring that is going to blow her away.
Setting Your Budget
Before you even start to look at the variety of different diamond engagement rings that are available, you will first need to set yourself a workable budget. However much money you have to spend on an engagement ring, there will be something to fit your budget, but the more money you have, the more elaborate an engagement ring you can get, so it may be worth saving as much as you can before you start shopping. It is becoming increasingly popular for people to prefer custom engagement rings, as you can get a lot more bling for your budget than when purchasing an off-the-shelf diamond engagement ring from a high-street jeweller.
Make Her Feel Like A Princess
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It is essential that you find a balance between making her feel like a princess with a beautiful diamond engagement ring and choosing something that is going to be practical to wear every day. Some of the most popular and spectacular designs are as follows:
- The Round Cut Diamond
The round cut is one the most popular engagement ring cutsamong a lot of brides and often consists of a solitary diamond in the centre of the ring and can also have diamonds set into the band of the ring. With this type of diamond cut, the light that is reflected within the gemstone is maximised. It looks stunning when worn on a finger and the light catches it.
- The Princess Cut Diamond
What better way to make her feel like a princess than by getting her a princess cut diamond engagement ring? You will often find one large centre stone surrounded by smaller diamonds, and the gemstone is cut in a rectangular or square shape.
- The Cushion Cut Diamond
Another popular cut of a diamond is the cushion cut, and just like the princess cut, it has a square or rectangular shape. The cushion-cut uses large facets which can have a stunning effect reflecting the light when it gets caught and can often make the diamond appear larger from a distance.
- The Emerald Cut Diamond
The emerald cut diamond has an Art Deco vibe to it and is also another popular choice of diamond cuts for engagement rings. It is a rectangular cut that bends the light in a similar way to the hall of mirrors in a carnival ground.
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These are some of the most popular diamond cuts that will get your other half swooning at the knees and feeling like a princess.
