engagement ring selection guide

Wedding Bands

Nowadays buying a wedding band is no longer limited to plain gold. In recent years, certain trends such as black zirconium bands or titanium have slowly evolved into the mainstream.

The band

Gold, white gold and platinum are the materials most frequently chosen for the band. If you are unsure about what material to choose, have a look at the jewellery your partner already possesses. What material can you spot on her fingers? Another possible material is silver. However, most people associate silver with being cheap. So, if possible, avoid utilising silver for the band.

 

Should I go for a diamond?

You should. There are a few alternative stones you could purchase for the engagement ring. Aquamarine, sapphires, emeralds, topaz, tanzanite and tourmaline have become more popular in recent years. However, you should ask yourself whether you could avoid disappointing your significant other by choosing a diamond. Many women actually see diamond engagement rings as “the original ones”. So unless you are restricted by budget or absolutely sure that she does not mind to receive a non-diamond on her ring, go for 'ice'.

People used to believe that there was a connection between the heart and the ring finger. This connection was named the Vena amoris, which translates into "Vein of Love".
If clothing permits, you may cheat by using some sort of padding on your knees in case you feel that you are about to kneel for a very long time. Be honest to yourself: you want to be reminded of the beautiful aspects rather than the knee that was hurting like hell. Another suggestion: if possible, avoid kneeling down in some dirt or mud. There is a life after the ceremony and they are a few things as annoying as a dirty husband-to-be. ########## Accordingly we conclude this gesture to be one you should use. Not only to go with the flow but to make her eyes shine and sparkle like little diamonds. Even though not every woman insists on incorporating this into the ceremony, the vast majority feels flattered by showing your devotion to the woman of your dreams. This is, we believe, a good way to start a relationship that is expected to last a lifetime.