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Preparing for a proposal

Preparing for a proposal

You've found the person you want to be with for the rest of your life. That is a huge accomplishment and an even greater commitment. Now comes the scary part, popping the question. With a little preparation and the right ring, you're sure to get a "yes."

Finding the ring

Whether you want to surprise your significant other or go shopping together, it is important to know what she's looking for in a diamond engagement ring. Start by browsing around to see what the current trends are. The Brian Gavin team has a number of classic and contemporary pieces that should give you a good idea of what's out there. As you search, think about the designs that suit your girlfriend. Does she usually wear simple jewelry? If so, she'd probably love a ring with just one diamond, like the Four Prong Solitaire. If she usually wears a lot of sparkle, a halo engagement ring might be more of her style.

Once you've gotten a good sense of direction, you can branch out. A custom engagement ring allows you to take a basic design and transform it into something totally unique. For more details on what the love of your life is looking for in a ring, talk to her friends and family. Look for hints she may be dropping about the design she's interested in. A good place to do some snooping is your girlfriend's Pinterest account. Pinterest allows users to keep an inventory of inspiring images they find online. Your girlfriend may have a collection of wedding related photos that can give you some insight into her taste.

Find her size

The moment she says "yes" and you slip the ring on her finger should be magical. Make sure it goes smoothly by having the right size ring. Finding her size will take a little stealth. The best way to discern the size you should purchase is to find a piece she already wears on her ring finger. You can take one from off her dresser and present it to a jeweler. He should be able to tell you the size from there. If you think she'll notice the missing ring, request a sizer from a jeweler. When she's not at home, compare her rings to the sizer.

If you don't manage to sneakily find her size, just get one that might be a bit large. It's easier to make the ring smaller after the fact. After you pop the question, you can send the ring in to be resized. However, you may have to wait to send it in, as she'll want to show off her engagement ring to everyone she sees.

Cover your tracks

You don't want to blow the surprise by leaving your credit card bill laying around, either. Clear the search history on your internet browser as keywords like custom engagement ring might pique her interest.

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