Convention has long stated that nothing will get your fiancé-to-be saying yes quicker than buying her a diamond engagement ring. But all girls are different, and perhaps yours would appreciate something a little more unusual and offbeat.
So how do you know whether your partner would rather an engagement ring that leans more towards traditional or more towards contemporary? Should you buy something off the shelf, or should try your hand at designing a custom engagement ring? Here are some things to think about.
Researching her style
The main way to tell whether your partner would rather a traditional or offbeat engagement ring is to take stock of her fashion sense. The best way to do this? Have a look at her other rings and jewellery.
If her jewellery is strong on golds and silvers and features gemstones, a traditional ring will likely be her style. If her jewellery is a little more eclectic, employing odd or natural materials without much of an overriding theme, then something a little more custom could be in order.
Her clothing can also hint at what sort of ring she’d appreciate – if she has a signature colour then ensuring that it or a colour that compliments it is featured in the ring will go a long way toward her loving the piece.
If her jewellery is strong on golds and silvers and features gemstones, a traditional ring will likely be her style. If her jewellery is a little more eclectic, employing odd or natural materials without much of an overriding theme, then something a little more custom could be in order.
Her clothing can also hint at what sort of ring she’d appreciate – if she has a signature colour then ensuring that it or a colour that compliments it is featured in the ring will go a long way toward her loving the piece.
Consult an expert
For those who are leaning more towards an offbeat ring, collecting up a few samples or taking a few photos of your partner’s favourite jewellery and clothing items and then bringing them to your custom jeweller in Sydney may be the best bet. The jewellery designer can cast their expert eye over the samples and design something that fits with her fashion sense.