Choosing the right words when proposing is difficult enough, let alone having to pick out the perfect ring before asking the question. The whole process begins a new phase in your life and brings on new levels of joy and happiness. Choosing the correct engagement ring is an important part of starting this new phase and can be made simpler if you use several easy tips and a reputable merchant.

The right jeweler
In most respects, a reputable dealer such as E.S. Design Jewelry is important because the quality and prices for engagement rings can vary significantly. How the stone is bought, cut and set by this merchant will ultimately affect what you get and pay for.

Follow cut, clarity, caret and color
Understanding the “4C’s” will help save you money when choosing any stone. ES Design Jewelry can help you decipher the meaning and importance of each ‘C’. This will greatly determine the cost of the ring that you choose.

Cut over caret
If you’re running up against caret and cut in your buying decisions lean toward cut. This will give you more sparkle for your dollar. Caret sounds better but cut yields a better look for less.

Look for the detail
Many merchants will go to great extremes to mention color and clarity. These characteristics of diamonds are important but often are only factors at the very low end of engagement rings and diamonds. You’ll often need a microscope to see any difference in higher quality stones.

Paying for the name
In many instances, brand name companies will have a particular cut or style for their stones. For the most part, this means that you are paying 15-20% more for that stone just because of the name. At ES Design Jewelry the very same cut can be found for a more reasonable price. This will save you hundreds of dollars and you can be assured that the stone will stay in style long after the name brand retailer has gone out of favor.

Buy loose diamonds
Choosing a ring that is complete is a very easy way to have the first of many matrimonial decisions out of the way. Buying loose diamonds, however, is a good way to save. These stones can be put into any setting that works best for you and your partner. After all, it is the center stone that you will want to concentrate on prior to deciding the setting.

Center stone first
When it comes right down to it the engagement ring accomplishes two things. It serves as a sign of commitment and it sparkles for others to admire. Consider what a typical woman does while announcing her engagement. She puts out her hand for everybody to see the sparkle of the center stone. People will not be looking at the setting right off the bat but rather the center stone. Spend the money here.

Consider the setting
In today’s engagement ring market platinum is the metal of choice. It is also the most expensive. Think about other materials that will look and sound just as nice. White gold might be a choice.

Check the extras
If you constantly need to resize, clean or return the engagement ring, your costs are going to start to add up. Check what sort of extras come with the ring and make them considerations in your purchase decision.

Online retail
Retail shops tend to be about 20% higher in cost when compared to an online dealer. This is because they have the expense of a brick-and-mortar store. Saving money shopping online means being comfortable with your merchant and knowing exactly what they can do for you. Shops like ES Design Jewelry work tirelessly to make sure that you feel like an important client. You can expect friendly and accurate answers to any question or concern, as you begin this new phase in your life. Our aim is that you feel comfortable and confident in your choice of a good quality ring.