Have you chosen the perfect engagement ring for your loved one, but are left wondering "what diamond size should I choose?”
First, it’s important to keep in mind that how big the stone is or the carat weight you’ve chosen does not determine how much you love your significant other or are loved by them. While it might be hard to imagine, we feel that bigger is not always better – choosing the most complementary stone size is relative to personal style, stature, hand size, setting preference and budget.
Comparing Diamond Sizes on Hand
Tip #1: The standard size…
Depending on where you live the average engagement ring size will vary. The 1.0 carat center stone used to be the most desired size chosen for engagement rings, however, more recently we are seeing this shift towards a slightly larger stone, with couples choosing diamonds averaging 1.25 to 1.50 carats.
TIP #2: Consider the following...
Does your partner have an active lifestyle or career? For example, someone who works with their hands (like a teacher or stay at home mom) or enjoys active hobbies (like gardening or the gym) may be better suited for a smaller center stone.
Does your partner wear any other jewelry? If they do then they might prefer a larger center stone, however, if they don’t then something more understated may match their personal style better.
TIP #3: Think about your budget…
Does your partner like diamonds? Many eco-conscious consumers might like the look of a diamond, but not the cost or conflict associated – so options like our lab-grown diamonds, Diamond Hybrid® and lab-created gemstones would be the perfect choice for your eco-bride-to-be.
The great thing about the affordability of MiaDonna’s lab-created diamonds and Diamond Hybrids®is that you won’t likely be stuck compromising your preferred stone size because of budget restraints.
Our Recommendation:
If your hands are smaller than a 6.5 ring size you might want to consider a 1.0 carat or a stone that is under 1.50 carats. However, if your hands are larger than a 6.5 ring size you can go with something larger, like a 1.50-2.0 carat. We don’t typically recommend anything over a 2.0 carat, but again, stone size is about personal preference, so the choice is yours.
Keep in mind that the smaller the finger, the larger the diamond will appear. A 1.5-carat diamond solitaire looks much larger on a size 4 finger than a size 8.
Article by
Linley Shepard
Posted By: How May I Help You NC
Tuesday, May 15th 2018 at 7:56PM
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