There's no right answer. The old "three months' salary" rule is outdated. Spend what feels comfortable for your financial situation while choosing quality that lasts a lifetime. We offer exceptional rings across all price points — focus on what makes your partner happy rather than arbitrary guidelines.

Consider the "Four Cs": Cut (affects sparkle), Color (D-F is colorless, G-J near-colorless), Clarity (VS2 or higher is eye-clean), and Carat (size). Cut matters most for brilliance. We recommend prioritizing cut quality, then balancing the other factors based on your budget and preferences.

Round brilliant diamonds remain most popular due to their exceptional sparkle and classic appeal. However, oval, cushion, emerald, and pear shapes are increasingly sought after for their distinctive personalities. Choose based on your partner's style rather than trends.

Borrow a ring she wears on her ring finger (ideally the left hand), trace it or take it to a jeweler for sizing. Ask her friends or family who might know. Or propose with the ring in a slightly larger size — resizing down is easier than up, and we offer complimentary resizing service.

This is deeply personal. Some prefer the romantic surprise of a complete ring. Others choose the diamond and setting together after the proposal. Many propose with a placeholder or just the diamond, then design the final ring together. Consider her personality and whether she'd want input.

All our settings are designed for security. Prong settings (4 or 6) are most traditional and showcase the diamond beautifully. Bezel settings offer maximum protection by encircling the diamond with metal. Cathedral and hidden halo settings add structural support. Proper maintenance matters more than setting type.

Observe the jewelry she currently wears- is it classic, modern, vintage, or minimal? Look at her metal preferences (white, yellow, rose gold). Check her Pinterest or Instagram for hints. Her friends and family can be invaluable resources. When in doubt, classic solitaires work with almost any style.

Absolutely. Many couples do this. Propose with a simple placeholder ring, travel ring, or family heirloom, then design her dream ring together afterward. This ensures she gets exactly what she wants while preserving the proposal surprise.

We offer exchanges and modifications within 14 days. Many partners appreciate the thought even if the style isn't perfect. Most are happy to work with you to adjust the setting, diamond, or design. The proposal moment matters more than the initial ring being perfect.

Yes. Engagement rings are significant investments worn daily. Add it to your homeowner's or renter's insurance, or get specialized jewelry insurance. Keep all documentation, certificates, and photos. We provide appraisals for insurance purposes.

Custom rings typically take 2-3 weeks from design approval to completion. Factor in additional time for diamond sourcing if you have specific requirements. We recommend starting the process 2-3 months before your planned proposal to avoid stress.

Absolutely. We specialize in redesigning heirloom pieces into modern engagement rings. This honors family history while creating something suited to her style. We'll evaluate the diamond, discuss design options, and create a ring that bridges past and future.

Solitaire features a single diamond for classic elegance. Halo surrounds the center diamond with smaller diamonds, making it appear larger and adding sparkle. Pavé settings feature small diamonds along the band for continuous brilliance. Each style creates different aesthetic and size impacts.

Yes. All our engagement rings include a warranty covering manufacturing defects, plus lifetime services: cleaning, prong tightening, inspections, and resizing. We're committed to maintaining your ring's beauty and security forever.

Absolutely. We maintain records of your engagement ring specifications and encourage you to return when selecting wedding bands. We'll ensure perfect fit and style compatibility, and many of our engagement ring designs have matching wedding bands available or can be custom-created.