Which ring to propose?

There are so many styles and types of proposal ring! The following tips should help you avoid feeling lost. Note that defining a budget quickly will help you in your search, and that when thinking about the ideal ring, some people also think about the wedding band (to coordinate them).

What kind of proposal ring could you give?

Tradition or originality? The solitaire diamond ring is a timeless tradition. However, there are many different versions: the shouldered solitaire, with its accompanying stones, the solitaire with a colored stone... Some stones are emblematic, highly symbolic and literally timeless, like the blue sapphire. Originality can come from less familiar stones, such as gray spinel.

You have a choice to make between the great symbols of the marriage proposal and more atypical options, which are becoming increasingly common today.

Sober or bold? You can opt for a trilogy-style proposal ring or a you-and-me ring, symbolic types of jewelry for engagement and relatively sober. For more daring elegance, consider a halo of diamonds around a teal sapphire, for example; certainly a sapphire, but far less conventional.

What's bold in jewelry, and particularly in a proposal ring? Certain stone colors and setting shapes that depart from the norm, more geometric designs instead of curves, such as twists and spirals, volume...

Choosing a stone for a proposal ring

When it comes to great symbols, diamonds are the king of proposal rings. But sapphires have also been on a roll for centuries! Blue, of course. But you should know that there are sapphires in many different colors that are perfect for celebrating an engagement.

The embodiment of passionate love, a ruby engagement ring is another possibility for giving a jewel rich in meaning, as with emeralds.

Now, if you're not sure which ring to buy because of the variety of so-called "precious" and "semi-precious" stones, you should know that some are extremely sought-after today, such as blue spinel, pink sapphire, Paraíba tourmaline, aventurine or aquamarine. Contrary to popular belief, they don't necessarily cost less than more traditional gems, but some are more economical alternatives, while still being splendid, with a beautiful sparkle.

Consider the shape of the main stone on a proposal ring. Pear, cushion, baguette, heart... Some women have a strong preference for certain stone shapes, while others are less enthusiastic about others.

Round and oval stones have a classic elegance and many advantages in jewelry. In particular, these are shapes that enhance brilliance and suit many ring styles. Some stones have a more vintage or modern look, mainly because of their shape.

Which gold to give your heart with a ring?

Some people have clear preferences for yellow, white or pink gold. When this isn't the case, which gold ring should you buy to propose marriage?

Because it is more recent, white gold has a modern beauty. It is luminous and neutral. Any stone can be considered for a white gold ring, although very dark or very pale gems are generally avoided.

Extremely traditional, yellow gold offers a wealth of options for creating an elegant proposal ring. It is romantic and warm. Rose gold has gained in popularity relatively recently. It's delicate and feminine, and considered more original. But it, too, is absolutely perfect for a marriage proposal.

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