Diamond Engagement Rings

It symbolises infinite love and connection between you and will no doubt be the most special thing they’ll ever wear, so it’s important to make sure the ring you choose is perfect for them. An engagement ring is the ultimate symbol of your promise of love, commitment and dedication to each other and represents the lifelong journey you’ll share. 

There’s a vicious rumour going around that you should spend 2-3 months' salary to show you care, but pay no heed to that as it’s pretty old-fashioned advice. By all means, do it if you want to. Just don’t spend that much because you feel you should.

Spend as much on it as you’re comfortable with. That means spending an amount you can afford and that you’re happy spending. Choosing is special, but if you’re having a panic attack as you reach for your credit card, you’re probably spending too much.

It may help to start with a budget in mind so you don’t get carried away when you start browsing. As a rough guide, aim to spend more on the diamond than you do on the setting and make sure you know all about the Four C's as that will help you get the most beautiful, stunning diamond for your money.

Around three-quarters of all diamond rings are round brilliant - Simple, classical, beautiful; the round brilliant is the diamond equivalent of a rose. Its simple elegance needs no fancy setting, which is why the round brilliant solitaire continues to be the most popular style of engagement ring.

Other popular diamond shapes include oval, cushion, princess, emerald, and pear cuts. If you like the look of a fancy-cut ring, then go for it: your design is unique to you, so make it yours.

Our diamond advisors can offer you personalised, professional advice when choosing your diamond ring. Whether you plan to surprise your partner or would prefer to make the decision together, we can help. Book an appointment at one of our showrooms, live chat, email or give us a call.

It's long been a tradition that diamonds feature as the centrepiece of an engagement ring, but this is wholly the choice of the couple and if you prefer a different central gemstone, then the choice is completely yours. 

If you need some guidance, our engagement ring buying guide is a great place to begin.

If you are choosing together, the best option is to have their size measured at one of our showrooms in London, Birmingham or Milton Keynes. If this isn't practical, you might be able to have the ring sized at a jeweller local to you. Failing that, click here to find out how to request a free ring sizer.

If this isn't practical, or your plans are secret, you may need to discreetly ask friends and family, or borrow an existing ring to measure, if they wear jewellery on their ring fingers. Read our handy guide "What's My Ring Size" for tips on finding a ring size

If you really can't find out; when ordering your ring choose ‘Not Known’ and we’ll send it to you in a standard size, usually Size M and if it doesn’t fit, your first resize is completely free of charge!