The Cut & Style

Are you considering a simply styled ring or one with adornments? The shape or the cut of the ring is always a great place to start in your engagement ring search.

Go for a design that matches your partner’s style. Study them to see what kind of jewelry they like. If she is drawn to cool or shiny hues, then you may want to opt for sterling silver engagement rings.

Size matters

It’s easy to get the correct ring size if you are ring shopping with your partner, however, the challenge comes when you want it as a complete surprise. At the jewellers, you will find a ring size chart to guide you on identifying the ring size.  All you need is a close estimation and the jeweler will help you get a size that closely fits. How do we suggest you get the measurements in the first place? Well, you have to be creative! Measure her finger as she sleeps or ask their close friend and family to gather the information for you.

The blending rule

Not to be presumptuous, but it might be a great idea to buy your wedding bands and the engagement ring from the same jeweler. Not only does this save you on cost, but it also assures you of buying pieces that blend or complement each other. Find a jeweler that can give you varieties of both rings so that you can choose in advance.

Of money matters

An engagement ring is a pretty deep commitment. However, be sure to work within your budget. Also keep in mind that the more stones and adornments you want, the more the price goes up. If budget allows, you could also opt to engrave a message or initials on the ring. While the popular range of engagement rings is crafted from platinum or gold, you will find that silver engagement rings are becoming more popular due to their affordability and lifespan.

Visiting a jewelry store is always the best way to get advice on engagement rings and you get to sample different varieties. Visit us and let us help you make the most memorable valentine’s engagement.

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Start early

Forgetting Valentines Day can be viewed as bad, however, failing to start planning early and having your plan fail in front of your eyes is worse. After deciding on activities of the day, start organizing yourself by perhaps creating a small checklist. Mark the milestones on your calendar if you have to. Plan ahead to make it memorable.

Mind the spend

This is especially for those couples that share a bank account. Going overboard with expenses will attract attention from your partner, ruining the surprise in the long run. Also, keeping within the budget will lessen her worry on expenses and give her a chance to enjoy the surprise. At times, it’s the little thought out things that matter.

Put the phone down

Regularly checking for messages and rushing to pick up a call or update your social media feed is a huge buzz kill for such an occasion. Turn off your electronics and focus all your attention on your partner. An exception to the rule is to keep a camera close by for those goofy and life-changing moments.

A little romance wouldn’t hurt

Being a man doesn’t necessarily mean no feelings. Valentine’s day is all about romance. If going out, take time to dress up the part. Hold her hand, pull her chair at the restaurant, leave little love notes and maybe, send her some flowers to her office.

Some DIY perhaps?

Creativity and innovation will earn you major point this Valentine’s. Engage in some homemade DIY activities to demonstrate thought for your partner. You could perhaps make a card using her favorite colors or make a collage from pictures of you as a couple. Cut out some love hearts and write notes all over. The goal is to make her smile.

Be the chef

Almost definitely, the day always includes a meal. Be it for breakfast in bed, some delicious brunch or dinner, pick up the apron for once and make her a home-cooked meal.

Write down how you feel

Jot down a love note, an expression of feelings that she can refer to on her worst days.  This should be simple to show how much she means to you, what you love about her and how she makes you feel. Get it delivered to her office or home and seal the deal.

Settle down for a movie she loves

Valentine’s day is all about chick flicks. Do not pressure her to watch a football game or your action-packed series if she doesn’t subscribe to them. Let her choose what she would like for once.

Chocolate or flowers?

If you are feeling the time is right, why not go for an engagement ring? Choose a ring that fits your budget, perhaps an affordable and long-lasting silver piece. The big tip on this is to make sure that you read her signs and drop some hints. This should help you decide on the best proposal idea that would melt her heart.

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A little nostalgia

Take a trip down memory lane to the day you had your first date. This can help you set the mood for a fun-filled evening and a grand gesture. Memories are built on intimacy and it is only fitting that you set the stage of a lasting relationship by acknowledging where it all started. If not first dates, try to revisit or recreate special moments that had an impact on your relationship.

Let nature do the trick

The calmness and tranquility of a nature walk or a hike, for the free-spirited, can set a great scene to pop the question. Beautiful sceneries tied with heartfelt declarations on how your life has changed will most definitely bring forth a few tears. However, be mindful of weather patterns and wild animals, especially if you opt for an in-the-wild kind of proposal.

Let’s play a game

If you are looking for the extraordinary, why not make a game out of it, say, by creating a treasure hunt or a trivia game? This proposal will one, through them off balance as they are less likely to suspect the agenda and two, bring you two closer in the most informal setting. Be mindful however not to make it too complicated that your partner gets frustrated and worked up. You wouldn’t want your partner to be in a foul mood when proposing, right?

A ‘this could be us’ presentation?

Picture this. A slideshow or show picture clip starts playing when you two have settled down to catch up on your favorite TV show. Pictures then start streaming by of the two of you together highlighting the important moments. The last slide then sums it up showing what the future will bring then comes the question, ‘Will you marry me?’  This scenario values privacy and comfort, plus, you will get bonus points for creativity.

Shout it on the mountains top.

This is for the ones who a looking for a public and lasting impression. Valentine proposals in movie theaters, music concerts or over the radio are sights to behold. This, however, requires adequate planning and a few calls or trips to the venue of choice just to get the proposal right.

Proposals are meant to be emotional and if someone asks, ‘how did you two get engaged?’ a romantic story on your perfect Valentine’s engagement is always a heartwarming start.

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