The Diamond Engagement Ring: Which Design Do You Deserve?

What would an engagement be without a diamond ring? Nothing could be more romantic and sentimental than having a man propose to you with a diamond engagement ring in hand. The diamond engagement ring very often determines how well the proposal would go. Now it's your turn to have your own diamond engagement ring. But which one do you deserve? We take a look at several factors you need to consider:

The quality
In diamonds, good quality usually refers to the clarity and color of the stone. Probably the most valued stone is one that is clear and has no flaws. You deserve no less, although there are plenty of choices out there that may not be as near perfect but may just be the right engagement ring for you.

The diamond engagement ring you deserve should also have the right coloring. Although the clear, colorless or near-colorless diamond is still a popular choice, your personality might demand that your engagement ring has more color in it.

If a colored stone is exactly what you have in mind, you're in luck. Today, there are plenty of colored diamonds in the market. Your fiancé better be ready, though. Some colored diamonds such as pinks and lilacs are highly coveted, so they come in steep prices.

The cut
The cut of the diamond engagement ring is also a major factor to consider. Which do you deserve? That will depend on several factors, including the shape of your fingers, your preference and lifestyle. Consider the look of the diamond engagement ring on your finger. The cut will determine the general shape and appearance of the stone. Depending on the shape and size of your hand, there is one perfect cut that will look just great on you.

The carat
Carat refers to the weight of the stone. Diamonds are generally dense, which means that even small stones can weigh more. The carat can also determine the value of the diamond engagement ring you deserve. Generally, the higher the number indicated as the carat, the pricier it will be.

However, do not limit your criteria here. If you want to know exactly what you deserve, try to look at other factors that may determine how beautiful the stone will be. The cut, for example, not only affects the weight but also its appearance. In fact, the cut itself could make a stone that has a higher carat look smaller than a stone with a lower carat.

A one-carat emerald cut diamond engagement ring, for example, can look slightly larger than a 2-carat round cut. If you're the type of woman who puts value in the appearance of your jewelry, try to keep this in mind. In the end, how your ring looks on your finger may just be the deciding factor that will finally make you say, 'Yes.'

Bottomline: a diamond is a diamond. It's just unfortunate that most people have been led to believe that the size and price of the diamond is directly proportional to the feelings of the person giving it. Ultimately, the value of the diamond is really in the sentiment it carries. If the sentiment is true and genuine, then that diamond engagement ring, regardless of its price in dollars, is exactly what you deserve.