You know how the saying goes: "Diamonds are a girl's best friend." But are they talking about classic diamonds or contemporary diamonds? Read on to learn if you should go contemporary or classic when it comes to diamond engagement rings.
The answer, surprisingly, is both! It all depends on who you're buying it for. Every girl has a different ring style, so one woman might prefer classic, while her best friend might prefer contemporary. Consider what your better half is like... is she active? Is she fashion forward? Is she on the cutting edge of style or does she have classic tastes? You want to make sure that the ring you select is representative of her personality and lifestyle.
Classic Diamond Rings
Classic diamond rings reflect the wearer's sophistication and effortless grace with subtle accents and a simple, yet elegant, band. Classic diamond rings generally feature a large solitaire diamond with not much accoutrement surrounding it. The woman that prefers classic diamond rings also prefers classic looks such as a perfect little black dress and pearls combination.
Contemporary Diamond Rings
Contemporary diamond rings generally feature a center diamond flanked by side stones, and reflect the wearer's style in a strong statement. A high-polished band gives it a sophisticated finish. The woman that prefers contemporary diamond rings is always looking for the newest styles; one day she might be rocking leather pants and the next day she might be swathed in a flowy maxi dress.
Ultimately, you both want to be proud of the ring that she's wearing - especially considering that she is going to be wearing this ring every day for the rest of her life. If you want something as unique and as original and as special as the love that you have for each other, you should look for the style that works for her best. Try secretly consulting with her either by casually walking past jewelry stores to get a sense of her style and choices, or by leaving magazines open to specific diamonds advertisements to see how she reacts.
Or, if you don't mind sharing your secret, you may want to speak with her family or close friends and ask them to accompany you to the jeweler's shop. (They may have already been coached by your girlfriend.) Tell your jeweler whether your girlfriend is more classic or contemporary, and then ask about brand name quality, service, and design originality, so that they can recommend the perfect ring and wedding bands.
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