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If you are looking for the perfect engagement ring, you probably have a very clear idea of what you want.  It does not matter whether you want to surprise her at the proposal or shop together afterwards for the engagement ring, it can take more than one visit to one jeweller to find something close to what you really want. 
So why not build your own diamond engagement ring?

This is not as expensive as you might think.  And it will add a personal touch to the ring that you both hope symbolises your lifelong commitment to each other.  So why not create your own ring?

Some of the best jewellers online, all offer build your own engagement ring services.  If you want, you can buy a ring that is totally bespoke.  But most people find their perfect engagement ring setting in the wide selection of bands designs offered.  This keeps the costs down to a manageable level. 

The range of engagement ring settings includes the more popular styles of solitaires and trilogy styles, in bands ranging from narrow to wide.  And all of these can be made in your choice of metal.  So if you are looking for that very unusual rose gold engagement ring, or something in platinum, it can be done. 

And when you have chosen your setting, you can have fun choosing the perfect stones to set into it!  At the end, you will have a unique engagement ring that will be treasured by you both and your heirs for generations to come. 

Go on!  Treat yourself! 
Start right now to create your own diamond engagement ring.

White gold and platinum may look alike, but that’s where the similarities end. Platinum is actually denser and it retains its color without yellowing. For people with allergic reactions to metal alloy, platinum is the most hypo-allergenic.

The brightness of platinum complements the diamonds in the setting, which means that platinum is an increasingly popular for engagement rings and wedding bands. However, platinum is more costly than white gold and because it is such a hard metal it is also more difficult to size (rings).

So why choose white gold over platinum?

White gold is softer than platinum, making it easier to mould, shape, and to size! White gold is the better value for the wedding band so if you choose a white gold band, you can put more money into the diamond or other stone to complete the jewelry design.

Its relative softness also means that white gold handles scratches without compromise – they wear away. On the other hand platinum shows every sign of scratches. So if you are after an antique look or classic design, white gold is definitely the right choice!

The gold undertones in white gold gives any jewelry item made from it a warm glow that is pleasing to the eye and familiar as a symbol of love, elegance and discerning choices. Why not check out our white gold jewelry choices and save money with this hot trend look?

Couples getting married will spend a good amount of time choosing or even designing their own engagement ring. Rightly so! An engagement ring is usually a significant purchase for the man and is often the first piece of expensive fine jewelry many women own. And as it intended to be everyday, choosing a ring that will have enduring good looks and style is important.

But when it comes to wedding bands, it is fair to say that most brides simply choose a plain metal band to match their engagement ring!

But it needn’t be like that, and especially not for men!

You might prefer a patterned wedding band, a diamond band or a plain traditional wedding ring. Of course your budget will affect your choice. A diamond band will be more expensive than a plain metal one. That is not rocket science! But there is still a wide selection of cheap wedding bands!

But even if your budget dictates that you must have a plain metal band, there are lots of different styles, widths, patterns and metal colors to choose from. You could choose a yellow gold wedding band of course, but if you prefer white metals, you might prefer a white gold wedding band or even a platinum band. And if you wear yellow and white gold colors equally, you might want to opt for a two tone gold wedding band.

Two tone gold wedding bands are also very popular for the groom and there is a wide variety to choose from. In particular, men are choosing highly original looks, some encompassing rose gold and stainless steel. And there are a lot of newer metal combinations being used in men’s wedding bands, such as titanium and tungsten.

Take your time when choosing your wedding band. After all, you intend to wear it a lifetime.

Gold is very traditional and although platinum is also very popular; it is still gold that is the metal of choice for the majority of wedding rings. However, gold is an expensive metal and platinum even more so. So what choice is there for cash strapped couples looking to tie the knot? Well, quite a lot actually.

For example, there are a number of new generation metals available for use in jewelry. Like gold, and platinum, these metals are hypo-allergenic, which means that they are perfect for people prone to allergies. Men in particular are selecting wedding rings made from titanium or palladium. Tungsten wedding rings are also becoming very popular.

These metals are all very hard, so they can be directly set with gemstones and they will not fall out. And wedding rings made from titanium, palladium or tungsten can be hold engravings which will not wear off over time. Anyone who has ever had a gold ring engraved will know that gold engraving disappear over time! All this means that a titanium, tungsten or palladium wedding ring will keep its beauty for a lifetime.

Titanium wedding bands can range in color from mid gray to black and are often iridescent with an attractive blue-green tint. Palladium wedding rings are naturally white and shiny, have the appearance of glamorous white gold and can be set directly with gemstones. Palladium is much cheaper than either gold or platinum, and is a cost effective choice for cash-strapped couples.

Tungsten is exceptionally hard, so it is perfect for . It cannot easily be set with gemstones and must be made to order as it cannot be re-sized. However, tungsten wedding rings can be lasered with a wide range of patterns and styles, making it an eye catching wedding ring for men.

If you are looking for something a little different for your wedding ring, why not consider a ring made from palladium, tungsten or titanium?