{"id":56323,"date":"2022-05-31T13:14:55","date_gmt":"2022-05-31T13:14:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=56323"},"modified":"2022-06-07T15:27:00","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T15:27:00","slug":"engagement-ring-guide-shopping","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"GRAZIA&#8217;s Guide to Engagement Ring Shopping"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_56530\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56530\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56530 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56530\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You found the love of your life, you\u2019ve planned the perfect proposal, now all that\u2019s left is the hard part \u2014 selecting an engagement ring that will sweep your partner off their feet.<\/p>\n<p>Finding a ring as timeless and unique as your love story may seem like an insurmountable challenge, yet it doesn\u2019t have to be\u00a0if you shop at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=homepage\" target=\"_blank\">JamesAllen.com<\/a>, our favorite online retailer.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56532\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56532 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping-2.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From selecting the perfect diamond to finding the right setting, here are three tips to keep in mind when searching for a ring that shines as brightly as your soon-to-be spouse.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Finding the Perfect Diamond<\/li>\n<li>Setting Up for Success<\/li>\n<li>Making It Personal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Finding the Perfect Diamond<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56533\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56533\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56533 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping-6.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56533\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>These days, finding the perfect diamond goes well beyond minding the \u201cFour C\u2019s\u201d of diamond quality (Cut, Clarity, Carat, and Color). Choosing the right place to purchase the diamond of your dreams is one of the most important (and often overlooked) elements of engagement ring shopping.<\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, you don\u2019t need to take a trip to your local jeweler to find quality rocks. In fact, online engagement ring shopping allows several benefits, including an exquisite selection of rings that are up to 50% less expensive than those found in traditional stores. Using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/loose-diamonds\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=diamonds\" target=\"_blank\">James Allen\u2019s Diamond Display Technology<\/a>, you can view more than 200,000 conflict-free diamonds \u2013 including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/loose-diamonds\/lab-created-diamonds\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=lab-diamonds\" target=\"_blank\">lab-created diamonds<\/a> that are chemically and visually identical to natural diamonds \u2013 in 360\u00b0 HD. This feature allows you to observe every detail of the stone, including ones that aren\u2019t even visible through a jeweler\u2019s loupe. Once you\u2019ve selected the perfect diamond, you can then virtually try on rings from the comfort of your home via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=homepage\" target=\"_blank\">James Allen\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Still craving for that personal touch? Not to worry! James Allen offers revolutionary real-time consultation services and highly-reviewed 24\/7 customer service, you can browse through stones with guidance from diamond and jewelry experts who are able to answer nearly any question you may have while on your engagement ring shopping journey.<\/p>\n<h4>Setting Up for Success<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56534\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56534\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56534 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping-4.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56534\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve handpicked the perfect James Allen diamond, the next step is to find a setting to prop up the gorgeous bling. With a vast selection of styles in metals including gold, silver, and rose gold, you can easily find a look your partner will love.<\/p>\n<h4>Making It Personal<\/h4>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56535\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56535\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56535 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping-3.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56535\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can further personalize your ring with free engraving, which is available for most engagement rings and wedding bands.\u00a0Put your stamp on the piece by adding your favorite phrase, initials, or dates that hold a special place in your hearts to make the design even more special.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t sweat it if you accidentally select the wrong size or shade of metal: with The JA Guarantee, you not only get a lifetime warranty, complimentary ring sizing, and engraving but also easy returns, getting 100% of your money back if you opt for a different style within 30 days.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_56537\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56537\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-56537 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/05\/engagement-ring-guide-shopping-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Engagement Rings\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-56537\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: Courtesy of James Allen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=homepage\" target=\"_blank\">JamesAllen.com<\/a> and begin the journey to finding the engagement ring of your dreams. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/?utm_source=medb-Grazia&amp;utm_campaign=medb-medbGrazia-spring2022&amp;utm_medium=medb&amp;utm_content=s-post&amp;utm_term=homepage\" target=\"_blank\">Design your dream ring now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>All products on GRAZIA are independently selected by our editors. 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