Engagement rings to suit everyone

So you are getting engaged and soon to be married; this is a time for celebration and there is so much to think about in order to plan ahead. If you intend to have a special party for family and friends you will require invitations to send out to everyone and individually designed banners to display, to give the occasion a romantic atmosphere. Glossy place names could be arranged on the table with the couples' names printed inside for the guests to keep as a memento of this wonderful day. The most important part is of course choosing the ring and there are many styles and settings to choose from either online or from a jewellery outlet. Classic diamond solitaires, three-stone diamonds and clusters are all quite affordable engagement rings and can be stunning, especially when worn with matching wedding bands. The square design of a princess-cut diamond is a hot choice for a unique and unusual style and may symbolise people's individuality and personality, whilst a pink sapphire precious stone, because of its charm, can be something a little different and also they may be more affordable than white diamonds.

Contemporary three stone ring

You may wish to look for something even more unusual, for example, Celtic designs which consist of knots, spirals, chevrons and intricate scrolls. There is no beginning and no end to the knotwork or shape and as such, this is associated with the circle of life and undying love, which gives these rings the idea of unity and eternity making them very special. When buying engagement rings many people, especially in today's economic climate, wish to keep within a certain budget and a way to do this is maybe to design their own with the aid of an expert. Deciding which precious stone and the sort of metal to use for the band is a personal choice as the stone and colour of the band have to not only compliment each other, but need to be durable and hard -wearing. Whether you choose traditional or modern jewellery, yellow, white gold or platinum bands are available and a precious stone is mounted to compliment this.

Exclusive platinum diamond ring

If you do decide on a diamond, the combination of carat, colour, cut and clarity determines the value of engagement rings. The shape is also extremely important, the most traditional being round but there are many others including pear, oval or heart shaped, all giving the appearance of a very special and meaningful item. Other popular designs are vintage from the 1930s to the 1940s along with Victorian which may be purchased in their original form or can be reproduced. How much should you spend? A guideline suggested by many reputable jewellers is one to two month's salary, prices can vary tremendously but rest assured the perfect piece can be bought to suit all budgets. Most jewellery stores will be happy to help and advise you on the designs and styles, offering aftercare services, such as cleaning or any necessary future alterations you may require.