
{"id":1117,"date":"2019-02-21T15:35:17","date_gmt":"2019-02-21T23:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/?p=1117"},"modified":"2025-03-05T13:18:16","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T21:18:16","slug":"a-guys-engagement-ring-buying-guide-101","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/a-guys-engagement-ring-buying-guide-101\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guy\u2019s Engagement Ring Buying Guide 101"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">So, you\u2019re considering popping the question. Congratulations! Now that you\u2019ve found the one, it\u2019s time to find the ring. For many men, buying an engagement ring can seem overwhelming. There\u2019s a lot of pressure to get the perfect ring and many men don\u2019t know where to start. But there\u2019s no need to fear\u2014 we\u2019re here to help! In this post, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know about buying an engagement ring, from the initial steps to making your final purchase. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">The First Step: Setting Your Budget <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">The very first thing you should do when shopping for an engagement ring is set your budget. If you have a budget in mind before shopping, it will set you up for success. If you know what you\u2019re able to comfortably afford, you\u2019ll be able to narrow your search and view only what\u2019s within your budget.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">It\u2019s a common misconception that there\u2019s a certain amount you \u201cshould\u201d spend on an engagement ring. You may have heard that you should spend the equivalent of two or three months of your salary. But, really, there are no rules\u2014 you should spend only what you\u2019re comfortable with. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you have no idea what engagement rings cost, we\u2019ll give you some numbers to keep in mind. The average amount Americans spend on an engagement ring is approximately $6,300. The averages across states vary widely, ranging from around $2,800 in Missouri to almost $10,000 in California. These are just some ballpark numbers to help you get a frame of reference for what other people spend. But, remember, you can spend as little or as much as you\u2019re comfortable with. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Know What You\u2019re Buying: Settings and Gemstones <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you haven\u2019t bought an engagement ring before, you might not know that ring settings and center stones (traditionally diamonds) are usually sold separately. This is something to keep in mind when shopping, as you\u2019ll need to buy both a ring setting (this is the band that holds the center stone) and a center stone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">While there are preset engagement rings that include both the setting and featured gemstones, they\u2019re less common today. So, when you\u2019re looking at price tags during the shopping process, just remember to check whether that price tag is for the ring setting alone or for both the ring setting and all its enclosed gemstones.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Choose a Style <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Now that we have those basics out of the way, it\u2019s time to start shopping! The first thing to is to pick the general ring style you\u2019ll be looking for. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Engagement ring settings come in many different styles. There are classic, modern, glamorous, and vintage styles, as well as many others. If you have no idea which one would be right, you can take a cue from your partner\u2019s style choices. Do they dress in a classic style? Do they love contemporary designs? Do they love glamour? Or a vintage look? Taking clues from your partner\u2019s wardrobe can be a huge help when it comes to finding the right setting style. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Other ways you can find what your partner might like are asking their friends or family and looking to see if they have a Pinterest board. If you\u2019ve been talking about the possibility of engagement, there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019ve told their close loved ones what they might like. And, if they have a Pinterest, it\u2019s very possible they\u2019ll have a dedicated engagement ring board filled with styles they like. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Here are some examples of what the different engagement ring styles look like: <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Classic<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3537\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Classic-Diamond-Four-Prong-Engagement-Ring.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"403\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Classic-Diamond-Four-Prong-Engagement-Ring.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Classic-Diamond-Four-Prong-Engagement-Ring-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/product\/classic-diamond-four-prong-engagement-ring\/RNG10004-14KW\/?category=design-your-own-engagement-ring&amp;display-category=classic-engagement-rings\"><b>Classic Diamond Four Prong Engagement Ring<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/ella-classic-diamond-engagement-ring-in-14k-white-gold-bpid-RNG10004-14KW.html?category_id=45&amp;bcatid=51\">Ella ring<\/a> is the picture of classic beauty. Featuring a diamond set band, a simple four prong enclosure, and a round diamond center*, this engagement ring is as traditional and classic as they come. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Modern<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Round-Moissanite-Classic-Dainty-Twist.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Round-Moissanite-Classic-Dainty-Twist.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Round-Moissanite-Classic-Dainty-Twist-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/product\/round-moissanite-classic-dainty-twist-engagement-ring-51mm\/RNG10134-14KW-MS1001\/?category=moissanite-engagement-rings\"><b>Round Moissanite Classic Dainty Twist Engagement Ring<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">With its unique, curving band, the Coral ring is the perfect example of an engagement ring that features contemporary, modern design. The one featured above has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/moissanite-engagement-rings\/\">moissanite<\/a> center.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Glamorous<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3539\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Double-Halo-Split-Shank.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"399\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Double-Halo-Split-Shank.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Double-Halo-Split-Shank-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>With a stunning, eye-catching double halo setting, the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/product\/double-halo-split-shank-engagement-ring\/RNG10036-14KW\/?category=design-your-own-engagement-ring&amp;display-category=halo-engagement-rings\"><b>Double Halo Split Shank Engagement Ring<\/b><\/a><b> is as glamorous as can be.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Vintage-Inspired<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Bezel-Diamond-Vine-Engagement-Ring.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"403\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Bezel-Diamond-Vine-Engagement-Ring.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Bezel-Diamond-Vine-Engagement-Ring-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The romantic <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/product\/bezel-diamond-vine-engagement-ring\/RNG10002-14KR\/?category=design-your-own-engagement-ring\"><b>Bezel Diamond Vine Engagement Ring<\/b><\/a><b> is a lovely vintage look.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Once you know which style you\u2019re looking for, you can narrow down your search and choose the perfect engagement ring for you from that style. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Choose a Precious Metal <\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Many settings come in multiple precious metal options, so you\u2019ll also need to choose a precious metal for your engagement ring. The most common options are yellow gold, white gold, rose gold, and platinum. There are two things to consider about precious metals: style and durability. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">In general, gold is less durable than platinum, but offers more style variety. Yellow gold has a traditional look, while rose gold has a romantic, vintage-inspired look. Platinum and white gold have similar looks (both provide a chic, classic look) but differ in durability and price. White gold is more affordable, but a bit less durable and more prone to scratching. Platinum is the most durable precious metal, but is the most expensive option. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you aren\u2019t sure which precious metal to choose, take a look at what your partner usually wears. Most women have a preference between precious metals and you\u2019ll be able to see which one she prefers by looking at the jewelry she normally wears. If you can\u2019t tell based on her jewelry, you can ask her friends or family what they think she might like. And, of course, if she has a Pinterest board, you can get some clues there. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Choose a Gemstone Type<\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Once you choose your setting, it\u2019s time to choose a gemstone. By far the most popular choice for a center gemstone is a white diamond. However, gemstone rings are becoming more popular. Among gemstones, blue sapphires are the most common choice for an engagement ring. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">If you do decide to go with a diamond for your center stone, there are some things you should know about buying a diamond. Diamonds are graded by their qualities, which are referred to as the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/education-guide\/diamond-education.html\">4Cs<\/a>.\u201d The 4Cs are color, cut, clarity, and carat. You\u2019ll need to understand the 4Cs in order to buy a diamond with the quality you want. Here\u2019s a breakdown of what each of the 4Cs grade: <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Color:<\/b> Color is a measurement of how white a white diamond is, which is ranked on a scale of D to Z, with D being completely colorless. The more colorless a diamond is, the more it will shimmer, and whiter diamonds are considered more desirable. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Cut:<\/b> Cut is not the shape of a diamond (we\u2019ll cover gemstone shapes in our next section), it\u2019s a measurement of how well a diamond was cut. Cut is a very important grade to consider. If a diamond has a poor cut, it won\u2019t sparkle well, even if the diamond is very white and clear. Because of this, most jewelry experts consider cut the most important diamond quality. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Clarity:<\/b> Clarity is a grading of flaws a diamond may have (interior flaws are called inclusions and exterior flaws are called blemishes). Flaws can be microscopic, and have little effect on a diamonds beauty, or be more noticeable, being visible to the naked eye. The higher the clarity, the more flawless the diamond, and the more valuable it\u2019s considered. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Carat:<\/b> Carat is the simplest diamond quality to understand: it\u2019s a basic weight measurement. The higher the carat, the higher the weight and, generally, the larger the diamond will look. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Choose a Gemstone Shape <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">There are many different gemstone shapes, both for diamonds and other gemstones. Some gemstone shapes include round, princess, cushion cut, asscher cut, emerald, oval, pear, and marquise. Round is by far the most popular shape, especially for diamonds. Round diamonds have a classic, traditional look. The second most popular gemstone shape is princess (which is square from the top), which has a classic yet contemporary look. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Your choice of gemstone shape will have a big effect on the overall style of your engagement ring. To help guide you on choosing a shape, here are some style notes on the most popular shapes: <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/round-diamonds\/\">Round<\/a>:<\/b> Classic, Traditional <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/princess-cut-diamonds\/\"><b>Princess<\/b><\/a>: Traditional Yet Modern<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/cushion-cut-diamonds\/\">Cushion Cut<\/a>:<\/b> Vintage, Romantic<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/asscher-cut-diamonds\/\">Asscher Cut<\/a>:<\/b> Art-Deco Vintage (Think: The Great Gatsby) <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/emerald-cut-diamonds\/\">Emerald<\/a>:<\/b> Retro Vintage (Think: Old Hollywood)<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/oval-diamonds\/\">Oval<\/a>:<\/b> Unique, Sophisticated<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/pear-shaped-diamonds\/\">Pear<\/a>:<\/b> Unique, Eye-Catching <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\"><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/marquise-diamonds\/\">Marquise<\/a>:<\/b> Unique, Dramatic<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Ribbon-Hidden-Halo-Engagement-Ring.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"403\" height=\"403\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Ribbon-Hidden-Halo-Engagement-Ring.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Ribbon-Hidden-Halo-Engagement-Ring-150x150.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/product\/ribbon-hidden-halo-engagement-ring\/RNG10119-14KY?shape=Marquise&amp;category=design-your-own-engagement-ring&amp;display-category=marquise-diamond-engagement-rings\"><b>Ribbon Hidden Halo Engagement Ring<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Ring Size <\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"s1\">Once you know which setting and gemstone you want for your engagement ring, it\u2019s time to purchase. But there\u2019s one last thing to figure out before buying: ring size. This can be tricky to learn without asking outright. One idea is to ask her friends or family if they know her size. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondwish.com\/site-page\/ring-size-guide.html\">Use our ring sizing guide here<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">*Pictured above is the Ella ring with a <em>moissanite<\/em> center.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So, you\u2019re considering popping the question. Congratulations! Now that you\u2019ve found the one, it\u2019s time to find the ring. For many men, buying an engagement ring can seem overwhelming. There\u2019s a lot of pressure to get the perfect ring and many men don\u2019t know where to start. 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