At Atelier diamonds it is our mission to pair the right diamond with every customer. We are an independently owned and operated business in London’s thriving Diamond District, using only quality diamonds, gemstones, and artists to help mark your memorable moments. The most memorable moment our jewellers see in a customer’s life is the engagement ring. We’ve asked our jewellers what is the best advice they can give to a first time buyer and are proud to present this short guide.
The Basics
When it comes to ring shopping, most first-timers look at our diamond windows and then short circuit. ‘So many shinies,’ They all say. But which shiny is the right one?Here are some basic questions: What metal (gold or platinum)? What stone (diamond or gemstone)? If diamonds, are you going with lab created diamonds or mined diamonds? Lastly, what shape?
If you can answer these questions, you’re ready to start shopping.
The Budget
Do not ask ChatGPT how much you should pay for a ring! AI answers will factor in disreputable websites in their answer as much as legitimate brick and mortar shops posting their prices. The above basics questions will all help to determine the price of your ring.Ask yourself this: would you rather have a price or a ring? (HINT: Your intended wants a ring they can show off). Dig deep for the one you love. You can do it, we believe in you. The old fashioned way of calculating a budget was to add up three months of your take home pay and that is your budget. In this economy, a month and a half will do.
TIP FROM OUR JEWELLERS: figure out your budget, then tell us how much you want to spend. This will help the negotiation process go a lot smoother, and ensure you don’t overspend.
I Give Up
Our jewellers have seen it. The glazed over eyes, the open mouth spouting specs and prices from a dozen shops, the slumped shoulders. If your intended has every second of the wedding planned and is like a racehorse waiting for the sound of the gun to go, go, go… a proposal ring is your best bet.Proposal Rings are simple solitaire rings (translation: a rock on a band), made to be less expensive, to allow for that perfect Instagrammable Moment. The purpose of the proposal ring is to allow your intended the opportunity to choose the right ring for their style without ruining the surprise of an engagement.
At Atelier, our jewellers have seen it all. We just haven’t seen you, yet. Your story and your journey deserve to be celebrated with a beautiful reminder. Each of our jewellers is happy to guide you through every step of the process and make your union a reality. So keep calm, take a breath, and remember: forever starts right now.