How to choose a diamond ring
The object of all fantasies, the diamond is undoubtedly the stone that every woman dreams of wearing on a piece of jewelry one day. As Marilyn Monroe so famously sang: "Diamonds are a girl's best friend." And what could be better than a magnificent diamond ring to enhance a manicured hand? But with the multitude of models and the infinite combinations of color, cut, and clarity of the stone, it's not always easy to make the right choice. Nevertheless, rest assured, with our advice you will have all the tools you need to naturally find THE diamond ring of your desires. Follow the guide!
Diamond Ring: Prerequisites
Before entering a jewelry store or embarking on a frantic search of online used jewelry sites to find the diamond ring of your dreams, it is important that you first define your budget. Then, knowing at least the main criteria for evaluating a diamond will undoubtedly help you make the right choice. Especially since it will allow you to have a concrete lead to find the right compromise according to your budget.
Indeed, each stone is valued according to the rules of the 4Cs (Cut, Carat, Clarity, Color). Or more precisely the cut, carat, clarity, and color. These four criteria are also present on the certificate that accompanies your future ring. Thus, when choosing the stone that will adorn your ring, you should consider one that harmoniously possesses these 4 characteristics. Nevertheless, be aware that each of them will define the quality and especially the price of your jewelry.
In addition, the cut will greatly influence the beauty of your diamond. Indeed, a well-cut stone will necessarily offer more fire, sparkle, and brilliance to your jewelry. Clarity is also a crucial element to absolutely take into account; it refers to the degree of transparency of the stone. Thus, the fewer inclusions the stone has, the more it will sublimate your ring. Not to mention the color, which will greatly affect its overall appearance. A diamond without too many yellow nuances will reflect light better and offer more brilliance to your jewelry. Finally, the carat (or the weight of the diamond) will greatly influence the price. Nevertheless, the latter will have no influence on the quality of the stone.
Good to know: one carat is equivalent to 0.2 g, which represents a diamond with a diameter of over 6 mm.
The Alloy: A Detail Not to Be Overlooked
Once you have determined the type of diamond that will adorn your future ring, it's time to select the alloy. But first, you should know that this choice will largely depend on the color and tone of your skin. There are several rules in this regard.
If you have fair or very pale skin, a yellow gold ring with a beautiful princess-cut diamond will highlight your complexion, giving you a healthy glow. Moreover, yellow gold gives diamond rings a very warm appearance. This precious metal also stands out particularly when you combine it with dark clothing, such as a little black dress.
If you have slightly tanned, mixed-race, or Mediterranean skin, this alloy is also an excellent choice. Nevertheless, you can still choose almost any type of alloy. However, if you have dark chocolate skin, it is better to opt for cool colors like white gold. This type of alloy has the advantage of bringing a lot of light to your skin.
The best choice remains platinum, which is more radiant and resistant than white gold. Moreover, thanks to its beautiful grey shade, this alloy makes the diamond sparkle with a thousand lights.
The Design: Indulge Your Desires
As you probably know, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of different diamond ring designs. They are all equally beautiful. All you have to do is choose the one that best reflects your personality. Nevertheless, this season, ultra-thin rings are particularly popular with our favorite fashionistas and Instagrammers. If you want to be on top, don't hesitate to copy them. Not only are they ideal for completing your looks with sobriety, but they will also enhance your finger or fingers (if you have the budget to buy a small collection) with a lot of chic and elegance.
Our Latest Advice
Maintaining your diamond ring is a very important step. This will allow you to keep your jewelry sparkling and radiant for many years, if not a lifetime. To ensure a long life for your ring, here are our tips:
- For cleaning, make a mixture of non-phosphate soapy water. Then, place your ring in this solution for about 5 minutes. You can also use a soft toothbrush or a soft, clean cloth to gently remove dirt from your ring. Once done, remember to rinse your ring in a small bowl of clean water.
- Store your rings in a dry and secure place. If possible, in separate pouches to prevent tarnishing and scratching.
- Also, avoid household, chemical, and cosmetic products by always taking off your ring when washing your hands, doing dishes, cleaning, etc.
- Finally, it is important to always take off your ring before going to bed to prevent it from snagging on your sheets.
