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How to buy an engagement ring

Read tips on how to choose an engagement ring with advice on how to find the ring that perfectly matches what you and your partner want.
Read tips on how to choose an engagement ring with advice on how to find the ring that perfectly matches what you and your partner want.

Set your budget

Think about your overall budget and find the price range that works best for you. Don't get caught up in conventional wisdom that says you must spend 1,2 or 3 months salary on your ring. Think about the budget that works best for you and your partner.

Start browsing our setting and diamond options. Settings and diamonds are priced separately. Use price filters when exploring our diamond inventory to stay within your budget.

With VRAI you can avoid deal mark-ups and VRAI also offers payment options such as interest-free installments and monthly financing for US customers, as well as other options for international customers.

Think about your overall budget and find the price range that works best for you. Don't get caught up in conventional wisdom that says you must spend 1,2 or 3 months salary on your ring. Think about the budget that works best for you and your partner.

Start browsing our setting and diamond options. Settings and diamonds are priced separately. Use price filters when exploring our diamond inventory to stay within your budget.

With VRAI you can avoid deal mark-ups and VRAI also offers payment options such as interest-free installments and monthly financing for US customers, as well as other options for international customers.

Learn the 4Cs of diamonds

The 4Cs refer to a diamond’s cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. These four factors determine a diamond’s overall appearance and value.

Understanding the 4Cs will help you choose the right diamond for yourself. Depending on the diamond shape or ring setting, certain Cs take priority over others. Speak with our diamond experts for further 4C guidance.

The first C is cut, which refers to the arrangement of a diamond’s facets. Cut directly affects how light enters and exits the diamond. A higher quality cut therefore equals more brilliance and shine.

The second C is color, which refers to the absence of color. The closer to colorless a white diamond is, the rarer and more valuable it becomes. Because color impacts overall appearance, most try to find a colorless or near colorless diamond for their engagement ring.

The third C is clarity, which refers to the visual purity of a diamond. It’s determined by the number of inclusions in the diamond, which occur naturally during the growth process. Flawless diamonds are rare and therefore more valuable than diamonds with slight inclusions.

The last C is carat weight, which is often confused with a diamond’s size. But depending on the shape, as well as the other Cs, certain diamonds appear larger than others of the same weight. The higher the carat weight, the more valuable a diamond becomes.

Find the best engagement ring metal for you

The choice of metal and color should be based on personal preference. But take these details into consideration when selecting which metal is right for you.

Platinum engagement rings are known for their elegance and durability. Platinum is also a wonderful choice for anyone with skin sensitivities and pairs best with colorless diamonds.

18k solid yellow gold is perfect for individuals with neutral or warm skin tones, and can hide hints of yellow in a diamond lower on the color scale. It is often considered the most classic or traditional setting color.

18k solid white gold is known for its clean, pristine look and is ideal for those with neutral or cool skin tones. It also pairs well with colorless diamonds.

14k solid rose gold pairs well with warm, cool, and neutral skin tones, but also with a yellow or white gold jewelry collection. It is known for its romantic, vintage appeal.

VRAI engagement rings are made with platinum or solid gold, never plated, filled, or vermeil. Each ring comes with the choice of plain or pavé band for a customized look that is uniquely you.

How do I pair my engagement ring with a wedding band?

For pairing your rings based on diamond shape, consider that most of our wedding bands highlight round or baguette-shaped VRAI created diamonds.

Diamond-accented rings such as the the petite Eternity band, Devotion band, and Infinity band pair well with a Round Brilliant engagement rings, as well as other rounded shapes, like Oval engagement rings.

The Devotion band and Baguette Infinity band feature baguette-shaped VRAI created diamonds and pair well with squared shapes, like an Emerald cut diamond or Princess cut diamond.

Wedding bands such as the Curator and Signature V are often paired with their matching engagement ring settings. Both are designed to sit comfortably with their match.

Consider the shape and size of plain platinum and solid gold bands. A small flat or round band will pair well with almost all engagement rings, but the same style with a wider band might not pair as smoothly.

How do I order my ring from VRAI?

There are multiple ways of ordering your engagement ring or wedding bands from VRAI.

For personalized guidance and expert advice, we encourage you to book an appointment with our diamond experts, in-store or virtually. You’ll receive in-depth diamond education, as well as help in selecting the perfect VRAI created diamond, setting, and matching wedding band.

Book an appointment

You may complete your entire purchase online. Start by selecting either your diamond or setting of choice. After you’ve finalized each detail, you’ll proceed to checkout.

VRAI is proud to offer Customer Experience Support via Live Chat and email should you need assistance while completing your purchase.

Engagement rings featuring diamonds sustainably created by VRAI are made to order and shipped within 10 business days. Custom-designed rings may take longer; the design team will be able to give you an estimate of when your custom ring will arrive.

All engagement rings and wedding bands come with our Lifetime Care Package, which includes complimentary resizing, annual shine, and our Lifetime Warranty.

Learn more about our warranty

VRAI works with Jewelers Mutual Insurance Group to offer repair and replacement jewelry insurance on VRAI purchases. Insure your VRAI purchase by clicking here. This service is only available for US customers.

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