When it comes to getting married creating a unique event is more important than ever. Brides are creating Pinterest accounts before they can drive. This is why the push for custom engagement rings has become increasingly important. Not only is a custom piece is something that is sure to be a sentimental heirloom it is also easier than ever in the world of jewelry today.
Designing a custom engagement ring or wedding band set is fairly simple now days. There are multiple ways to go about finding a jeweler that will help create a custom piece that your bride to be will adore. There are a multitude of online jewelry retailers that will create custom pieces as well as local jewelers. Designing the ring is relatively simple choosing a loose diamond might prove to be a little harder.
Choosing a loose diamond really comes down to personal preferences. Remember when choosing a diamond she will wear it every day. Every time she glances down at her hand you want her to remember how important she is to you and how much she loves her ring.
Diamonds come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. The shape of the diamond is based solely on what your bride desires. This might take a bit of effort but paying specific attention to the jewelry she wears or looks at when you are shopping together may help to lead you down the right path. Many women if given the choice will choose a classic diamond solitaire however this is not always the case so you want to follow your future brides lead here. She will be wearing this ring for a very long time.
The size of the diamond you choose may depend more on the budget you have set aside for his purchase. An old adage used to claim that the engagement ring should cost a total of three months’ salary. This however is not true any longer. You need to purchase a stone based on what you can afford and what she will like, not on a lame society standard. A reasonable budget to set aside for a loose diamond starts at around one thousand dollars. A thousand dollars will but a significant diamond with good color, a decent cut, clarity and a decent carat weight.
A loose diamond on its own should have a certain wow factor to it. Even smaller diamonds with great color and clarity can have a significant appeal. Choose a jeweler that offers certified loose diamonds. This will ensure a few things. One it will assure you that the value of the diamond has been certified. This means you have proof of the diamonds value. The next thing that purchasing a certified diamond does is tells you that the diamond was harvested from an area free of conflict.
Next is designing the ring to go with the diamond. You may be thinking that you can go into any store and find a setting to fit this diamond so why bother having a custom ring designed for the diamond to be set into.
A custom, one of a kind ring stands out from the crowd as does the women you are about to ask to marry you. Take the diamond you have selected along with several design ideas and show them to a custom ring designer. They will make several mock ups that take into consideration the diamond you have chosen along with setting styles you appreciate, pulling it all together into one perfect custom engagement ring. A custom engagement ring/bridal set will be pieces she is sure to treasure for years to come.