1. CHOOSING AN ENGAGEMENT RING STYLE

For partners choosing an engagement ring without guidance:

Starting from scratch can be daunting, but a great place to begin is by considering their current jewellery style. If your partner leans towards vintage designs, consider something in the Art Deco style. If their taste is more traditional, a classic solitaire may be the perfect choice.

If you're really unsure, take a look at their Pinterest, Facebook, or Instagram profiles for clues. However, the best approach is to consult the best friend. This is crucial, as they have likely shared their exact preferences with their closest friends. It's too important to leave to chance!

For the ladies:

When choosing an engagement ring, we recommend trying on as many styles as possible. Pay attention to the features you love in each design: the cut, the size, the materials. You’ll know when you've found the one - it will be the ring that makes your heart skip a beat.

Our top tip:

Take your time and wait for a design that you can’t stop thinking about. At this stage, don’t worry too much about diamond size or budget. Limiting yourself to a strict budget early on may mean missing out on your dream ring. Once you've found the ring, customisations can be made to suit any budget or stone size.

2. THE STONE SHAPE

When choosing an engagement ring, it's best to start by focusing on the diamond shape that suits you. Do you prefer the classic round brilliant cut, or are you drawn to the more modern look of a radiant cut? If your partner has long, slender fingers, a fancy cut like pear, oval, or marquise could be a perfect choice.

Also, consider whether you’d like a single stone or a ring with shoulder stones. If shoulder stones appeal to you, take the time to explore all the available options to find the perfect design.

 3.THE QUALITY

When selecting a diamond, one of the most challenging decisions is finding the right balance. Should you choose a larger diamond of lower quality, or opt for a slightly smaller one with exceptional brilliance?

At Prestwick, we simplify this process with our diamond baseline of VS1 clarity and D colour. Unless you have specific requests, we exclusively offer diamonds that meet or exceed these standards. This ensures that your diamond will always be eye-clean and exhibit the highest level of whiteness and brilliance.

4. METAL CHOICE

One of the common questions raised when choosing an engagement ring is whether to go with Platinum or White Gold. The usual advice we suggest is to opt for Platinum for one reason only, durability. Platinum and White Gold are both durable metals which respond to impact, pressure and scratches in different ways. Platinum is a very dense metal which means it has excellent resistance to wearing away. A wedding ring made in Platinum could be worn for decades and barely lose any thickness at all. 

5. THE BUDGET

This is the last thing we generally discuss when choosing an engagement ring.
Once you have found the design that you love, the size of the centre stone is the final choice you will have to make. And the size of this stone is dependant on your budget.  While traditional advice might suggest spending three months' salary on a diamond, the reality is that choosing a lab-grown diamond can stretch your budget further than you might expect. Fortunately, the lower price point of lab-grown diamonds doesn’t compromise on quality. Instead, it reflects the differences in production and supply compared to mined dirt diamonds. Pricing psychology often leads consumers to associate higher prices with better quality, but in the case of lab-grown diamonds, this simply isn’t true. You get the same brilliance and beauty at a fraction of the cost!

 

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Above all else, enjoy the process of finding and choosing an engagement ring. Prestwick Place are here to help guide you through your journey. It should be an experience that you will never forget, and one that will bring you happy memories for many years to come.

If you’d like personalised guidance in finding your perfect engagement ring, we’re always here to assist you. To view our collection, simply book an appointment, and we’ll be happy to help you explore your options.

Appointments can be made here.