6 tips for giving her the engagement ring of her dreams

Our recommendation in a few words:

Gathering key information about the type of ring she wants (i.e. setting, style, diamond or gemstone) will greatly help you in your search for the perfect engagement ring. The advice from our jewelry expert presented in the guide below will help you imagine this ring and make it take shape. You can then make a custom creation request from our artisan jewelers selected for their expertise and know-how.

Whether you want to make an intimate marriage proposal or are considering a more chivalrous proposal, it is essential to have some idea of the ring she dreams of, especially if you prefer to surprise her. Fortunately, there are a number of clues that can help you decipher the ring that perfectly matches your style and expectations.

This guide will give you methods to determine:

• The shape of the diamond or gemstone she desires
• The color of metal she prefers
• The type of frame that matches your personality
• The number of carats she hopes for
• And other details about the ring she dreams of

With these tips in mind, you will be able to buy her a ring that suits her and potentially even exceeds her expectations. Ultimately, the ring you choose is the symbol of your love and commitment. So, taking the time to understand your style and taste in jewelry will help you make the right choice.

Tip #1: Observe your style carefully

Like a detective, you can pick up a lot of details about your future fiancée's style by reviewing her wardrobe, jewelry and other accessories. Don't be afraid to write down your observations and ideas (while remaining discreet... We wouldn't want her to find out because of us!).

We are well aware that evaluating your bride's style is not a hard science, but certain major patterns frequently emerge:

• She generally opts for a simple style (ie jeans, leggings, shirts/t-shirts in a single color). She will probably prefer a ring that is simple, minimalist but still strong. In this case, favor solitaire settings that highlight the diamond, oval or brilliant (round).
• She always dresses in the latest collections of fashionable brands. Consider trendy designer ring designs.
• She is crazy about clothes vintage and furniture found in antique dealers or found in flea markets. Go for styles vintage which can be expressed both by the stones used (colored stones or emerald-shaped diamonds for example) or by the setting (interlacing of the rings, diamond paving which surrounds the ring, three-stone rings).
• She is very sporty or very busy with a particular activity or profession. You may want to avoid “cathedral” and “prong” settings which particularly expose the diamond in favor of the optimal strength offered by the “bevel” setting.
• The items and gifts she receives from her grandparents or other family members have a lot of sentimental value to her. Try to find an heirloom piece of jewelry that could be reconditioned and reworked into an engagement ring.

Tip #2: Use the internet!

Many women (and men) store a lot of information online – easily accessible to everyone. If your bride-to-be has a Pinterest account, that's a great place to start looking. She may have selected examples of engagement rings or more generally jewelry that she likes. If you don't find any clues about particular rings, you can in any case get an idea of the different styles and worlds that make her dream. All you have to do is enter their name or username into the Pinterest search engine and you will dive into the heart of their inspirations.

Tip #3: Call on your closest circle

You can count on the women or men who are closest to your future fiancée: her mother or father, her sister or brother, her/his best friend, etc. It is very likely that your other half has confided in them and shared their wishes and preferences when it comes to an engagement ring. If they don't know, you can ask them to bring up the subject in a conversation, gradually so as not to put a clue in their ear: "do you think he'll take the plunge one day?" ? »…« have you already talked about it? » … “what ring do you think he will give you?” » … “what would be your ideal ring? ".

You can also ask her best friend or her mother to come with you to help you choose the engagement ring. They will most likely give you good advice and will be able to direct you to the styles and models that will please them. On the other hand, avoid telling her that you are going to spend some one-on-one time with her best friend or her mother! She might suspect something...

Tip #4: Analyze your jewelry

You can find a number of clues by looking at her current jewelry collection. Does she wear rings and bracelets in silver or white gold? Does she have any yellow gold necklaces? Is her jewelry more classic with diamonds or pearls or on the contrary, does it include colored stones? You can even pretend you want to buy her a bracelet or earrings and see what style and metal she steers you towards. Another way to glean information is to discuss jewelry worn or given to friends or family. She'll approve of some and reject others, giving you clues about her favorite styles or which ones to avoid.

Tip #5: “Just to look”

If you both pass by a jewelry store, you can stop “just to look.” This will definitely arouse her suspicions, but if you can stay very relaxed, she might not be too suspicious. You can also take her to see the necklaces, earrings or bracelets first, especially if her birthday or Christmas is coming up. She will then think that you are just looking for a gift to give her. Along the way, you take the opportunity to also look at the rings and ask him for his opinion. You'll see which models she naturally gravitates towards.

Tip #6: Ask Him!

If you've tried the methods above and find that surprising her isn't your style (or hers), then all you have to do is ask her directly what she would like! This ranges from the type of stone (diamond or colored stones), to the setting, including the style in general as well as the metal and its color.

Once you have his “specifications”, you can also take care of the selection of the jeweler and the design of the ring on your side, if you still want to keep a little “surprise” aspect.