Lovely Ring, Low Budget

You know she's worth every penny, but  following these engagement ring budget tips you can get a ring she'll love at a price your wallet can handle.

A ring with a circle of smaller diamonds around the center stone can make the diamond in the middle look bigger. And it's not just a great way to create the illusion of additional carats. A halo can also completely change the appearance of  the diamond.

An emerald cut has fewer facets , so it won't be as shiny, but the shape allows the diamond to cover more surface area than other cuts of the same carat weight do.

Instead of diamonds all the way around the band, look for a band that highlights the center stone, like one that's embellished with twists or engraving. Add baguette diamonds on each side of the center stone for more glitz at a lower cost.

 

Colored diamonds are popular among celebs, but if you don't have a celebrity paycheck, consider a colored gem for the center stone instead.