Carat or Karat? The key terms you need to understand before you buy an engagement ring
Buying an engagement ring can be daunting. First, you’re looking for something that your future fiancé will love, they’re expected to wear it everyday after all! You also want a piece that shows how well you know them and represents your feelings for them. Lastly, you want it to fit (although this can always be amended at a later date) and ideally fall within your budget.
Before you set off finding the perfect ring, it’s a good idea to clue yourself up on the terminology around engagement rings so that you know what you’re looking for. Angelic Diamonds, experts in diamond jewellery and engagement rings, decode some of the common terms:
The styles
The style of the ring determines the arrangement of the focal diamond, where the diamonds sit on the band, and how it looks on the finger. There are eight main styles: Solitaire — The simplest style, a solitaire ring features a single stone in the centre of the band. Shoulder — This style of ring features a channel of diamonds running down eac…
