Engagement Rings

How much to spend on an engagement ring is a personal decision, influenced by factors like stone quality, centre stone, metal type, and personal finances. There’s no fixed rule - choose a ring that reflects your commitment without overextending your budget, keeping in mind your partner’s style and preferences.

The carat weight of an engagement ring is a measure of its precious stones. While averages vary globally, the right choice depends on your budget and taste. Whether it's a modest 0.6 carat or a more lavish 1.2 carats, choosing the right carat weight should align with what you value and can afford.

Deciding on an engagement ring can be a shared experience or a surprise. If mutual trust in taste exists, a solo selection can be meaningful. However, shopping together offers benefits like ensuring the perfect style and fit, and aligning on budget. The choice depends on your relationship dynamic and preferences. At Abelini, we suggest that selecting an engagement ring is best done as a team effort.

To maintain the longevity of your engagement ring, it’s advisable to remove it before sleeping. However, if there’s a risk of misplacing it, keeping it on might be safer. Wearing an engagement ring to bed can cause damage over time, including bending prongs, making the ring non-circular, getting caught in hair or bedding, leaving red marks, or cracking.

The average engagement ring size for women ranges between 5 and 7, but individual preferences vary. Consider your partner's stature, height, existing jewellery, and comfort preferences. If in doubt, choose a resizable option or consult friends, family, or a jeweller for guidance. Remember, fit is just one aspect—clarity, cut, and carat weight are equally important to consider when finding the perfect ring size. Tip: Make sure to purchase from a retailer with an exchange policy in case the ring doesn't fit properly.

Engagement rings for men is a rising trend, influenced by cultural shifts and celebrity trends as seen on Ed Sheeran when he announced his engagement on the 19th of January, 2018; Ryan Reynolds and Michael Bubble, which is used to signify that the man is “off-limits”. This symbol of commitment, once predominantly worn by women, now celebrates love in various forms across genders and even same-sex marriage in the UK. The choice to wear an engagement ring as a man reflects personal style and the evolving nature of love and relationships.