Engagement Ring Shopping: The Hard Truth About Trendy Engagement Rings

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What are some of the mistakes you should avoid when engagement ring shopping? // Before you buy that trendy ring, you need to know what you’re getting yourself into. Today I'm sharing my honest knowledge on what #engagementringmistakes to avoid, so that you don't fall victim to marketing gimmicks and end up buying a ring that eventually breaks.
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@serena1785 3 года назад

I have been married almost 50 years. I picked a classic solitaire with no other diamonds. Set in 14 Kt. Gold with a platinum head. After that many years the bottom of the band was worn thin but easily repaired. Although Pavé set diamonds are beautiful I would never buy a ring that was going to be worn daily set with Pavé they just aren’t practical. I constantly hear young ladies saying a diamond fell out of the setting. I would rather wear a chunky gold band set with maybe 3 to 5 diamonds set in the band vs. Pavé they are just too delicate. Another good idea is to schedule your engagement ring on your home owners insure in case of loss. If you don’t and it is lost your home owners insurance will not cover. Just get it appraised and give a copy of the certificate to your insurance company.

@AnnClaire 2 года назад

agreed. I have a five-stone engagement and I'm worried enough about those as it is. I won't be doing an eternity band as a wedding band I'd be so worried all the time. My wedding band will likely be just plain gold which I think is actually very chic or if it has stones it'll just be on the top.

@sheritee7328 2 года назад

The more diamonds in an engagement ring, the higher the maintenance will be because you will constantly have one falling out. That’s why solitaires or trinity rings are the best. Thank you, great video!

@tranquility9325 2 года назад

It depends on where you purchase it. Mine came from Helzberg and I had it for over 20 plus yrs and never lost a stone.

@gilangignasraharjo6138 2 года назад

That last tip is really useful and often overlooked

@lovecolors5821 2 года назад

Great ad vice!!👌

@kelseybelleful 5 лет назад

This is so informative! I never would have known any of this, thanks for posting!

@abbysparksjewelry 5 лет назад

I'm so glad you found this helpful! It can be hard to find the right information unless you have a background in jewelry. XO, Abby

@athila.paixao 3 года назад

Hello, a man speaking here. I just found out about your channel and I just want to thank you for your helpful videos. I was unsure wheather to wear my fashion ring on the same or opposite side of my watch, but you convinced me to wear it on the same side. It looks great on you and on me too :D Thanks again

@Apefacer 2 года назад

I got a 3ct solitaire with a 3.5mm platinum band and I couldn’t be happier! It is going to last my lifetime and it is so comfortable to wear. Pave bands and very thin bands are actually not comfortable!

@mrnmrn1628 Год назад

Good video. I learnt few new things here.

@ecclairmayo4153 3 года назад

Thank you, very informative

@abbysparksjewelry 5 лет назад

What things did you take into consideration when you purchased your engagement ring? Let me know in the comments!

@mytuk3449 Год назад

Thank you, i love all your good tips and advice. Very practical and true. Personally I like thick band regardless of engagement or costume rings because of this reason you mentioned (durability). Thin band just look too dainty and too fragile and also doesn't look good. 14k gold have less gold than 18k gold but is more harder because of more other alloys metal in it. Because of this reason, 14k gold is less likely to dent/scratch or bend doesn't matter of the gold color.

@Pixlanta 3 года назад

Very good video👍🏼❤️

@JewelsoftheTrade 2 года назад

Great video!

@Pcervelli11 3 года назад

Very informative! Thank you. I found second opinions to back up your points (not that I didn’t trust you, I always over/research). Turns out what my gf wanted, might not have been the best for sustainability. The hunt continues !

@Olive-uu1vt 3 года назад

I hope you still have what she wants in mind though lol

@TheJohasir 2 года назад

Hello, how is going your research? Did you choiced the right one for you gf? How is it?

@abbysparksjewelry Год назад

It happens all the time! What people "sell" and market as a good option for an engagement ring doesn't mean it truly is!

@tee9115 5 лет назад

I Didn't know about the rose gold not being sturdy but I also do not wear my ring when I'm home I take it off soon as I get home because I'm not use to wearing rings I don't sleep with my ring ,workout in my ring shower as I said I take it off cause I'm not use to wearing ring jewelry but I love my Rose Gold Pear ring and hope I have a lifetime with it.. Thanks for video.

@abbysparksjewelry 5 лет назад

Hi Terri, thanks for your comment! 18 karat rose gold is a more soft metal, but 14 karat rose gold is a durable option for an engagement ring. I put a lot of my clients in 14 karat rose gold, so if you have a 14 karat ring you should have nothing to worry about! But it sounds like you take great care of your ring anyways, so as long as you keep that up and get regular cleanings and inspections from your jeweler it should last for generations! :)

@AnnClaire 2 года назад

I just got mine. I love it so much. It was handmade and in 14k gold with diamonds but it does have a very thin band and the prongs are small but proportional as it isn't a huge center stone haha. So I was CLOSE to three out of three. Time will tell! I trust this designer though ....!

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

That's the most important part! Trusting the designer who made it and loving your ring that's what truly matters ❤️

@maggiesmum527kates3 2 года назад

My husband recently purchased me a Bruce Gavin black cut diamond with a custom made band set in platinum . It is breathtaking I went with a 1.6 K diamond in a custom setting o could have gotten a much larger diamond for the same money but this cut is spectacular

@essierose7202 Год назад

Ohhh I'm jelly, I'd love a BG black diamond! Much better a beautifully cut diamond than a larger medicore cut diamond!

@mariakristinahawl1640 16 дней назад

Diamonds on the prongs mean less metal to protect your stone! Very big design flaw!

@chicodimateo 3 года назад

Hi, I have a question the delicated trending rings I worth? I see many pictures on pinterest of finest rings and see so beautiful in withe skinny hands and want to buy one for my girlfriend in gold with a tiny diamonds...

@Volixen 5 лет назад

Very informative. I just did a bunch of research into Palladium. Awesome stuff! Thanks! I'm curious about moonstone though. I get that it's a 6-6.5 on the Mohs scale, but what does that really mean? Like in practical life, how easy/hard is that to crack/chip? Are we talking about having to replace it every 1, 5, 10 yrs?

@abbysparksjewelry 5 лет назад

Thank you! I'm glad you found this helpful. Moonstone is a beautiful stone, but yes it's more soft. It's hard to give an exact number. It really depends on how careful you are with your jewelry, the cut and quality of the stone, and how it's set. But with that being said, it's pretty certain that it will break at some point. It's much too soft for an engagement ring that you wear everyday. We had a client come to us for a new engagement ring because her first moonstone engagement ring broke within 9 months of the proposal, and that's not uncommon. Unless you are extremely delicate with your jewelry (not banging it on keys, car doors, computer keyboards, etc.) or you are planning on not wearing your engagement ring everyday, I would save moonstone for a cocktail ring or a special fashion piece that you wear occasionally. Even if it doesn't chip moonstone is highly susceptible to scratching, so it will show wear and tear. Hope that helps!

@lexsimmons6545 2 года назад

I have a moonstone necklace that I adore. I wore it all summer in the pool, sweaty work outs, hiking, traveling, etc. It still looks beautiful. However, it is on a short necklace, not a ring. So it gets hit on things less than a ring would.

@misstaurus4338 3 года назад

I love 18k but u said 14k is much durable! Thank you so much for the advice 😊👍❤️

@GiftSparks 3 года назад

14K is stronger than 18K. I would not chance 18K for an engagement ring. Also- if you are using white gold, 18K will just turn yellow and have to be replated with Rodium. My engagement ring is 14K and I have never had a problem. My wedding ring is 18K and - although white gold, it just keeps getting yellowish. I’ve had it replated with Rodium every year.

@TheJohasir 2 года назад

My first engagement ring was a 18k white gold with diamond, never lost a stone and just ones in 15 years I ask to replated with rodium just cause was cleaned in a jewerly store and is absolutely durable and more value with 18k gold than 14k.

@jusuamadu2351 2 года назад

Thank you so much for this video Can you please explain to me on which finger to wear an engagement ring, weather it left or right finger and that of the specific finger be it ring, middle, index or pinky finger please Thank you 🙏🏿

@TheJohasir 2 года назад

Hello Jusu, it depends the country where you are from or where you live now. For example: In Italy, where I live now, the engagement ring is used in the left hand, in the "ring finger", you can google it (the left hand goes direct to the heart 😊). Then, when you marrie your future housband, the band goes in the same finger too (left hand). In some countries, one's you put the band in the left hand, the engagement ring pass tho the right hand, same finger. In Perù, for example, you Keep both in the left hand (I personaly preferere first the engagement ring and then The band outside as stop ring). My advice: if you have to choose your ring (cause one hand is bigger than the other): try a ring and a band together cause when you'll use both together probably your finger is gonna need 1/2 or one size plus to stay confortable. I hope to helped you. Best regards 👋😊

@antualove7984 Месяц назад

What about citrine engagement ring?

@I_Smell_Like_Beef 2 года назад

Hi. I noticed you didn’t mention 14k rose gold. Is this a metal that will withstand the test of time? Thanks and great video!

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

Yes and yes! 14k rose gold is an excellent choice :)

@harmonyheykoop4709 4 года назад

So I do really like a thin band with the small stones but how small is too small?

@abbysparksjewelry 4 года назад

I wouldn't go below 2mm width in the band, very very rarely I'll design a 1.5mm band but only when it's a client who is not working with their hands, or doesn't have an active lifestyle

@robertwhynot760 3 года назад

I'm looking into buying an engagement ring. It is a 1.6 mm band and has about 100 pave-set diamonds rolling across the shank of the band; they call it rolled micro-pave. Is this something I should avoid?

@JMac-27 3 года назад

If it's a good jeweler yes, not a chain store but a fine jeweler with a good reputation who hand makes everything

@brandib9340 4 года назад

Is 18K white gold mixed with palladium a viable option for an engagement ring?

@abbysparksjewelry 4 года назад

I would stick with 14k gold, because 14k gold has more alloys in it, which is used to strengthen the constitution of the gold, because gold is a soft metal. For an engagement ring, you want your metal to be tough because you're wearing it everyday and it's going to go through a lot.

@HeyNowMal 2 года назад

I’m really ignorant about jewelry. I’m really loving the look of morganite engagement rings. Any thoughts??

@amydearing9866 Год назад

I’ve heard Morganite gets dirty really easy. Get a light pink sapphire instead

@alishkaalgoo687 3 года назад

Hi, how are you, thank you for the advice on engagement rings I'm really learning alot, but I do however have a question, I stay in South Africa and would really like to know if I wanted you to design my engagement ring how would I go about getting in contact with you?

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

Hi Alishka! I work with clients all over the world. You can get in touch with me and book an appointment via my website: www.abbysparks.com/

@jennymariemitchell8707 2 года назад

Hey Abby! I wanted to clarify your position on rose gold for engagement rings- would a ring that is lower karat than 18k be a durable choice or will rose gold never be as long lasting as gold or platinum? Thanks & love the video!

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

14k Rose gold is an excellent option for engagement rings, and is just as durable as any other type of gold! :) All gold has alloys mixed in to make it durable enough for jewelry, Rose Gold has all of those alloys plus copper which give it it's rosy hue. I made a video on rose gold that you can watch for more info, here's the link: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-My9-A0Vz16I.html

@karinmacdonald4792 2 года назад

Most reputable jewlers will offer check ups to make sure your "trendy" ring is in good condition to avoid any of these problems. At no cost.

@lianadupuich9069 2 года назад

Loved your content! Only on the point of 18k gold... coming from a country where it's 18k or nothing (14k gold is considered a kinda cheap jewelry, most jewelry houses do not use it), I can say we've never had any problem regarding durability on 18k gold. Of course it's only talking about my experience and closer people and jewelers... On the point of the sterling silver... that's so true! Please don't make your engagement rings with silver, even the chunkiest bracelets tend to bend and break or have fisures... beware

@TheJohasir 2 года назад

I agree abaut 18k cause 14k is less gold and it meant less value too. Outside of USA people don't invest in 14k gold rings and a 18k ring is eternal and durable (never heard people despointed abaut 18 k) my engagement ring is gonna be made soon with 18 k.

@meladyann 2 года назад

Same with my country. Almost all couples wear 18k gold wedding band till the end and never have problems.

@rayadisurya7343 Год назад

is 1.9mm too slim for band width?

@abbysparksjewelry Год назад

Should be ok.

@austinhampton7999 2 года назад

Hello buying my girlfriend engagement ring and I’m wondering what size is too small I don’t think I can afford anything over 1 carat is half carat too small?

@sbwright9260 2 года назад

IMHO go for best you can afford. Ignore all the side stones on the band as you are paying for those and that takes monies away from the main stone. Stick to either a cushion cut where less waste on diamond or classic (yet priciest) round which grabs all light. Also think about a diamond wedding band as a ring. A 1/2 carat total weight only 1/2 of the band allows larger stones and is a nice alternative. Good luck

@mytuk3449 Год назад

Have you consider buying a moissante ring? It will be as beautiful and nearly the same durability as a diamond. With a moissante you can get a much bigger stone for a much affordable price. Look into it, it will might change your mind after.

@TV-el6uj 2 года назад

U kind of remind me of Leslie Mann also same smiley personality

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

haha thank you!!

@wandeliz 3 года назад

Hi, do you recommend 10k gold for an engagement ring? It’s Moissanite a good option for an engagement ring?

@MsDB1990 2 года назад

Moisanite is a really durable stone, 9.5 MOHS

@JMac-27 3 года назад

Fine jewelers won't work with lower than 18kt. There are 1800's rings in 18kt still kicking

@sheritee7328 2 года назад

Yes but they were much stronger and heavier rings. The flimsy ones made nowadays will last but they will constantly need something fixed.

@abbysparksjewelry Год назад

That's not entirely true.

@mabelsoodedina9289 4 года назад

All the luxury companies used 18K gold for engagement ring and all of these brand are over 100 years old so why would they choose to used 18K instead of 14K？

@PriscillasPurses 4 года назад

Mabel So Odedina I’m wondering too! My jeweler only uses 18k so now I’m confused 🤔

@user-mv9tt4st9k 3 года назад

Old gold 18ct rings from around the turn of and into the early 20th century tend to be ornate--not the kind of ring that works with today's lifestyle. If your great grandmother had an ornate wedding band, chances are she had at least one maid or someone who helped her do the housework.

@JMac-27 3 года назад

It's ridiculous use 18k, all fine jewelers I've ever seen only work with 18k

@sheritee7328 2 года назад

The rings were made much heavier and stronger in those days and not flimsy like they do nowadays to save gold and profit more.

@milou22rh 2 года назад

18K is more profitable for the jeweller.

@XRemARx 2 года назад

dont cut corners with engagement rings kids

@abbysparksjewelry 2 года назад

Yes!! 😊

@barlevi2045 5 лет назад

Would a tourmaline be good for an engagement ring ??

@abbysparksjewelry 5 лет назад

Great question! Tourmaline is so magical. It's considered a fairly hard stone, and is still susceptible to scratching. However, if you or your partner is not hard on your hands and you care for it properly, it should be ok. I would make sure that if you go with this option it's in a really strong setting, and that setting is really close to your finger/not high profile so that you're not banging it around on car keys, door handles, etc. to avoid chipping. Tourmalines are also sensitive to heat, so don't wear it in a hot tub or any situation where the temperature around is changing really rapidly or it could cause your stone to crack.

@barlevi2045 5 лет назад

@@abbysparksjewelry thank you!

@shinjukucalling763 3 месяца назад

its a bummer that the best options for engagement rings are boring af

@okkansas3687 3 года назад

Interesting how the rings aren't designed to last many years...no, the rings are designed to last as long as the marriage...a few years, not a life time.

@user-mv9tt4st9k 3 года назад

In the 1970s/1980s there was this trend of "upgrading" a ring to celebrate a milestone anniversary (e.g., 25, 30, or 50 years). Some jewelers sell engagement rings with a push that "upgrading" the stone or ring is always an option.

@liantuanghawlhang 3 года назад

One thing I learn from this video is not to get 18k gold.

@JMac-27 3 года назад

@RockHudrock Год назад

18k gold is GOOD for engagement rings! 💍 please stop saying 18k is “too soft”. In most of the world, outside of the UK and US, 18k (.750) is considered the best and 14k (.583) is considered American garbage. The UK even goes down to 10k (.416 /.417). TIFFANY used platinum or 18k gold. I think Tiffany knows what they’re doing. Otherwise a good video.

@JT1358 2 месяца назад

Agreed. 18k and 9k have been the standards here in UK for decades. 14k and 10k are American and European. My engagement ring and plain wedding bands were both 18k and worn side by side for years with no problem. I always took my engagement ring off, never wore it for cleaning, gardening, showering, gym etc etc. Don't mix 9k alongside an 18k. Silver and the semi-precious stones are basically costume jewellery. However lovely they may be, they will not stand the test of time. And don't get me started on the current 'trend' for really high settings with huge claws! Totally impractical to wear, catch on everything, scratch your furniture and friends to bits - and look tacky. There, that's my rant for today!! 😂

@6driscolls 2 года назад

Avoid 18k gold?! Hahaha!

@sheritee7328 2 года назад

Nowadays they make rings which are very fine and not very heavy or strong. If you want a 18k ring, I would ask the jeweller to secure the diamonds with 10 k prongs and make a heavier and stronger ring. Then it is no problem and I know this from experience.