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How To Choose the Perfect Engagement Ring for Your Fiancé

Everybody knows that asking for the hand of your significant other for the rest of your lives together is a truly unique and life changing experience, so that moment should be memorable and unforgettable. Not only this, but as a token of devotion for your loved one, the engagement ring itself should be just as magical as the proposal. 

This post will make sure your proposal will be an event that she’ll always remember with love. But even more than that, we invite you to dig into the world of engagement rings to gain confidence with them and find an engagement ring that will be the perfect match to your love, while taking into account her personality, personal style, and preferences. 

You only got one chance to make it right, so let us help you get it right! At Koerber’s Fine Jewelry, we truly cherish and celebrate unforgettable moments such as proposals and engagements, so let us be part of your perfect engagement by offering you the right match for your love. Because for us, perfect begins with the perfect engagement rings!

How to pick the perfect engagement ring for your fiancé

One of the first questions that comes to mind when we think of engagement rings is what would be the best one for your soul mate. That could seem like a simple, straightforward question, but the truth is that there are countless ring options. In the end, it is entirely up to your significant other’s personal preferences, so finding the perfect ring is only a matter of knowing what to look for while you’re engaged in that quest.

Read this guide to navigate the abundantly rich world of engagement rings, full of innumerable styles, materials and designs. It’ll help you find the one you’re looking for even if you don’t think you know exactly what that is! Let us help you find the most perfect match possible, by highlighting the key questions to be asked throughout that process. So, get ready and read on!

What’s the best material for an engagement ring?

This is an important question that is brought up by many people, as the material is the engagement ring’s foundation. The most common ones used in engagement rings traditionally feature precious metals like yellow gold, rose gold, or white gold. Yet, engagement rings can also be platinum engagement rings, since that metal is commonly used for men’s wedding bands, due to the many different qualities this metal has to offer. 

In order to choose the right match for your love, start by asking and observing what kind of metal she enjoys in the first place. Is she a yellow gold lover, or does she enjoy white-colored metals such as white gold and platinum? Then, in addition to her personal taste, consider her own physical features, as the right metal will serve as an indicator of what will naturally enhance her beautiful features in no time. 

If her skin is tanner, yellow gold engagement rings will naturally highlight it in an effortless way, making it glow while it harmonizes with that skin tone in a matter of seconds. The same goes for rose gold engagement rings, which look amazing on tanner skin undertones and add a unique touch of romance for dreamers who love to think outside of the box and want their engagement ring to be something more unique.

In turn, white gold perfectly complements any kind of skin, from lighter to darker skin tones - that’s why white gold is such a popular precious metal amongst so many brides and brooms, given their harmonious tones that make it a guaranteed match to any skin tone. So, when in doubt, you can never go wrong with white gold engagement rings. If that still sounds like a hard decision to make, check out our website for further information on options, since Koerber’s Fine Jewelry in the engagement rings section. offers many metal combinations of engagement rings

What are the types of engagement rings by setting?

Solitaire

Solitaire engagement rings have kept the tradition of engagement rings alive with their classical dazzling effect. They’re known as classic engagement rings by many, because there’s simply no way to go wrong with them! It features a single center stone and it is simply beautiful and elegant in a minimalist way. The fact that the diamond in the middle gets all the attention is what makes it uniquely timeless.

Halo

This gorgeous design has been conquering hearts for decades. Intricate details feature a row of diamonds around the centerpiece. Halo engagement rings aren’t just very romantic; they also give the illusion of a bigger ring.

Side-stone

Side-stone engagement rings feature diamond-accented bands which complement the center stone, giving it a glamorous touch. Such design can vary and range from the classic straight shank to sparkly twisted bands and split-shank. It is the perfect choice for women who love jewelry pieces that feature a unique bold touch.

Multi-Row

Just like the name indicates, multi-row engagement rings offer extra diamonds, be it around the ring’s center stone or along the band, resulting in an even more glamorous effect. Consider double halo engagement rings if you’re looking for an incredibly bright ring that offers a beautiful take on traditional designs.

Three-stone

This ring style is a blend of a classic and a modern touch. Three-stone engagement rings encompasses three stones, so this design allows for the possibility of mixing and matching more than one kind of stone, such as diamonds and sapphires, or even more.  That’s why they’re perfect for indecisive people who love more than one stone. The idea of the three stones together is meant to represent a past, a present and a future.

Vintage-inspired

Vintage engagement rings feature a larger central diamond with smaller-sized diamonds all in delicate shapes, such as leaves and floral designs that make up the perfect detail in addition to the centerpiece. This setting is a great option because they offer an antique, ethereal look, especially if your soulmate is super feminine. 

Pick the shape of the center piece

Just keep in mind that engagement rings do not come with the diamond at its center. So, you need to decide on the shape of the diamond that will accompany your engagement ring, along with its setting. As a rule of thumb, diamonds have the following main cuts and shapes: round, oval, princess, cushion, pear, emerald, and marquise. It’s important to ensure the ring setting and center are harmonious together.  

Life was meant to sparkle, so make sure your significant other’s life shines on by giving her a one-of-a-kind engagement ring, a gift that you’ll only need to give her once in your life. Since you only have one shot to make it perfect, make sure you’re well advised by the best experts on the subject. We’re here to make sure you get it right!

Choose the perfect diamond: the 4 Cs 



When choosing the perfect diamond for your engagement ring, some key elements should be taken into account, for they will determine the quality of the gem you pick out. These factors are known as the so-called 4Cs. You might have heard of the expression "4 Cs" before and may not quite know what it means. This post will lay them out so that you’ll find out not only exactly what they mean, but also why they matter. 

The reason the 4Cs are so important relates to the fact that they guarantee the quality of the diamond. For a diamond’s quality to be the highest possible, these following four criteria need to be met, regardless of their order of importance (as they are interrelated): clarity, color, cut, and carat. 

Keep in mind that any of these four Cs are imperceptible to naked human eye, so it is most likely that you and your significant other will not be able to tell that difference. However, they’re still extremely important and that’s why it is always best to speak to an expert for further advice on these elements, just to be on the safe side and to make sure you know you’re investing in a really good piece - especially considering that buying a diamond piece is a one-of-a-kind, one-time investment, so you’d really want to make it right as you purchase such a piece.