Monday, November 10, 2008

Does it Have to be a Diamond Engagement Ring?



If you’re ready to purchase and engagement ring, but are unsure of the style that your bride will prefer, the answer to this question of “Does it have to be a diamond engagement ring” is “Yes.” But only because the majority of brides prefer to have a diamond engagement ring over any other sort of engagement ring.

While your engagement ring does not have to be a diamond, women across the board prefer to have a diamond rock than any other rock. However, if you would like to select another rock or if you think your future bride might, then there is not harm is asking. It is especially easy to ask your future spouse what type of ring she would like if you take her ring shopping with you.
Some couples prefer to select engagement rings with the stones of the two person’s birth months. By combining the two stones, you are symbolically combining elements of the two of your lives together in a show of love, commitment and affection. If you would like to purchase alternative stones for your engagement ring, then investigate similar options so that you are both happy with the purchase.

Similarly, some couples like to purchase one large diamond with colorful rock accessorizing along the band. This style is particularly popular as an anniversary gift or for the wedding bands, but many couples also choose to purchase the multi-rock ring as long as it incorporates diamonds in some way.

The most important thing to keep in mind when purchasing your engagement ring is not the size, type or shape of the rock. While diamonds are a popular selection around the world, there is no credence that declares that a marriage is doomed if you do not purchase a diamond. Therefore, it would be worth your while to truly do your research if you are not sure which type of ring you would like.

The engagement ring is a symbol of your love and will be a piece of jewelry that you will have in your lives for as long as you are together. Therefore, less concern should be about the type of rock and more concern should surround the actual meaning and bond that is forged during the engagement. Make sure that the commitment is more about each other than the ring…but the ring should also make you proud and happy.