Sure, you may have read everything there is to read on diamonds. You may know all there is to know about bands and settings and may be aware of all the various alternative gemstones available when picking the ring. But how do you know what your partner would prefer?
This we cannot help with I’m afraid - it is solely down to you. But don’t fear, there are some things you can do to help you with this, but you do need to be a little sneaky!
The first suggestion would be to begin your research well in advance – this will help to disguise your cunning plan. Friends and relatives are a good source of information, particularly when it comes to style preferences, and it’s highly likely that your partner will have discussed likes and dislikes with at least one friend over the years. It goes without saying however that you need to approach with caution as you don’t want the word to get out early!
Magazines and jewellers windows are another good source of information. As a suggestion, pretend that you are out looking for a new watch and when you happen to pass the section with the engagement rings in it, pass a simple comment such as ‘I’m not a big fan of that ring!’ and see how she reacts – this can lead to a greater conversation about ring styles but seem natural at the time (if done well!).
As an alternative, and if you are lucky enough for this situation to crop up, if she happens to be telling you about one of her friends who has recently got engaged, try persuading her to critique the ring and ask her what she would have preferred.
If it is an option (and this is quite useful if you are struggling to work out what size ring to get her) offer to buy her a dress ring for Christmas or her birthday and choose the ring together – again observe what she likes and dislikes about styling.
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