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You know her, you love her, you want to marry her. You’ve thought of a unique way to pop the question. However, it involves a ring. Panic ensues as you realize, you have no idea what she wants. Relax. Breathe. You know more than you realize. Just think about the woman you love, and you’ll soon find her a ring she’ll adore.

•   Think about her living space: If she lives in a modern home with clean lines, she’ll probably like a contemporary ring. Does she surround herself with antiques? You’ll want to consider estate jewelry. If her home is eclectic, she’ll likely appreciate a custom designed ring.

•   Think of her profession: A ring appropriate in an office will not necessarily be suitable for someone who works in a kitchen. Similarly, you should consider her position in the company. If she is just starting her career, she might not want to upstage her superiors with an expensive, showy ring.

•   Think about activities you enjoy together: Do you spend your weekends biking or camping? An ornate ring with a higher profile is more likely to get snagged on something and is harder to keep clean.

•   Think of what she already wears: Does she wear gold or silver? Would she prefer platinum for her engagement ring? Is her jewelry delicate or chunky? Does she already own diamonds that would indicate her preference in cut?

•   Think about her friends and family: They are a terrific resource. Ask them what they think she’d like. She’s probably told them on more than one occasion. While you’re pumping them for information, try to find out her ring size.

Before you start shopping, do all of your homework. Now that you can discuss style with your jeweler, make sure you know the Four Cs of diamond buying. If you really can’t decide on a setting, consider presenting the perfect loose diamond. Of course, you need to think about the unspoken fifth C, cost. Remember to budget for the setting as well as the diamond. You may also want to think about the cost of the band at this point. No matter your budget, your jeweler should be able to help you find the perfect ring for your perfect woman.

Recently, at the 82nd Academy Awards, Sarah Jessica Parker did something that can almost be considered fashion suicide. Her golden silk gown from Chanel went down in history as one of the worst outfits worn by any celebrity at the Oscar award ceremony. So, why did we say ‘almost’ in the opening sentence? That’s for the one saving grace she didn’t leave home without.

The only thing that saved the day for Ms. Parker was the cluster of gorgeous diamond bracelets she sported on her right wrist. The rose cut diamond at the center of the bracelet, along with an assorted set of diamond bangles on the same wrist drew quite a few ooh-s and aah-s from the guests, and took their eyes off the rest of the miserable ensemble.

Indeed, the statement “diamonds are a girl’s best friend” does ring true on most occasions. If you have made a major fashion blooper, but happen to have your precious diamonds at hand, you can probably salvage the situation to quite an extent. Just make sure that you get the right kind of diamonds to go with almost any kind of dresses, or outfits.

There are so many kinds of diamond jewelry out there that you will be overwhelmed by the choices when you go to buy one. However, for best results, stick to diamond necklaces, rings, earrings, or anklets. Make sure you pair up the right kind of outfits with your diamond jewelry. That way, you will create the best wow factor, and get the best out of your investment, every single time. Here are some quick pointers:

• Wear your diamond necklace with gowns, or dresses. That way, the necklace will be visible properly against your bare neckline. Do not pair up these necklaces with round necked T-shirts or business suits. It will defeat the entire purpose of wearing the necklace in the first place.

• Rings are universal accessories. Whatever you are wearing, be it a cocktail gown, a corporate ensemble, or even plain old jeans and T-shirts, diamond rings can add to the look.

• Earrings are another group of accessories that can be worn with almost anything, but some restrictions exist regarding the type of earring you’ve got. For instance, simple studs go well with anything from gowns to jeans. But elaborate, heavy designs with additional embellishments are best left to be worn with gowns.

• Anklets obviously go well with footwear that leaves your ankles bare. Use these in conjunction with high heels. Also, if you know that you may have to take your shoes off at a particular occasion, then wearing diamond anklets will be a sure shot way of ensuring you get more attention that you can handle, in a good way.

Get the perfect diamond jewelry now, in order to complete your wardrobe. These are certainly your best friends, and can make you look your best under a wide variety of circumstances.

Are you planning to get engaged soon? Then certainly some planning is in order for getting the perfect engagement ring. Engagement rings can have various kinds of precious stones set on them, but diamonds undoubtedly make for the best appeal. In the past, the would-be groom would go alone to the jewelry store to purchase the rings. However, times have changed, and nowadays it is common for the bride and groom to visit the store together and select the rings that are perfect for them.

When choosing a diamond ring, the price tag must be taken into consideration. Here’s a secret! Usually, the groom is expected to select a ring that is priced at about twice his monthly salary amount. However, you need not stick to this rule. It is quite common for a groom nowadays to choose a diamond ring priced much higher.

Before you choose a diamond ring, you must decide on the way the diamond will be set on it. There are different types of settings, including Classic Solitaire, Pave Setting, Setting with Sidestones, Three Stone Setting, and Designer Jewelry settings. The diamond need not be white either, considering the seemingly endless number of collections of color diamond stones that are available. Your only factors for making a decision here will be your tastes in jewelry and the budget.

The diamond you choose will be priced according to the 4 Cs, i.e., cut, clarity, carat, and color. So, do a bit of homework beforehand to learn how to choose a diamond based on these criteria. When purchasing a diamond, be sure to check its shape, grade, cleaning, and light performance. When you have finally made a choice ask the jeweler for a certificate, which will signify that the diamond is genuine and has been tested for quality.

So, go ahead and get a pair of diamond rings for your engagement. These are sure to preserve the memories of the joyous occasion for years to come.