Engagement Rings

When you’re shopping for fine jewellery, one of the key decisions is which precious metal to choose. That’s easy enough if you have a strong preference for rose or yellow gold, but how do you decide between the two white metals – platinum and white gold? 

Getting engaged is a special time in anyone's life, but there can be a lot of pressure when choosing the perfect engagement ring. With so many different styles and designs, it can be difficult to know which one will suit your partner best - especially if it's a surprise proposal.

The most important rule when choosing an engagement ring nowadays is to think about your partner's style and taste - whether they'd prefer something simple and classic or unique and eye-catching. The ring setting and style will greatly affect your chosen ring's comfort, visual impact, and wearability.

Before, we jumped into different types of engagement rings. We will learn the settings and styles terminology for the best understanding.

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Finding the best place to propose can be tricky. Whether it's a meaningful spot that you and your partner have fond memories of or somewhere you've always dreamed of going, as one of the biggest moments in your life, it needs to be the perfect location.

Luckily, the UK is home to thousands of romantic places to propose. From panoramic views of London to the awe-inspiring Scottish valleys, there's a special place for every elaborate or low-key proposal. Here, we've narrowed down some of the best places to propose in the UK to help give you some inspiration.

The beautiful engagement ring that we all know and desire today wasn’t always a symbol of love - it was actually a mark of ownership in ancient times. While it doesn't have the most romantic of beginnings, the history of the engagement ring is a fascinating one as it spans and evolves over hundreds of years.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the history of the engagement ring through the ages and how more modern trends are being shaped in today’s society too.

Nothing is quite as mesmerising as a sparkling diamond ring. But, over time, you may notice it starting to look a little dull and lifeless. If you wear your diamond ring every day, you’ll no doubt be exposing it to hand lotions, cooking ingredients, garden soil and other general everyday products that leave behind a thin layer of grime. This grim prevents any light from entering your ring, making it lose its sparkle.

Luckily, giving your lab-grown diamond engagement ring a clean will restore it to its original beauty. Since dirty rings are also a breeding ground for bacteria, which can lead to skin irritation, it’s important you clean and care for your ring regularly to keep it looking its best and free of germs.

An engagement ring is one of the most important pieces of jewellery you'll ever own - not just because of expense but for sentimental value too. So, it's hugely important that the right ring is chosen. This has led to many couples shopping for their rings together. With such an important decision, it only makes sense that the person wearing the ring should be involved. But choosing your own ring very much goes against tradition.

While some wedding rules are meant to be broken, it seems the world is divided on whether to include your partner or not when shopping for engagement rings. Here, we'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of choosing your own ring and how to make the ring selection process special if that's the route you decide.

Finding the perfect engagement ring is never easy. You want it to be more than just an accompaniment to the question but an embodiment and reflection of your true feelings. That's why we've compiled a few tips to help you select the perfect ring for the perfect proposal.

Getting engaged is a special time in anyone’s life, but there can be a lot of pressure when choosing the perfect engagement ring. With so many different styles and designs out there, it can be difficult knowing which one will suit your partner best - especially if it’s a surprise proposal.