Just looking at the rings in the display case and choosing one, is a big NO, especially an engagement ring. Actually, not every style or shape will compliment your fingers or hand. Every person has a unique finger and hand shape. There is a ring for everyone to accentuate their hand and finger beauty.
Some tips to start your engagement ring search along with your to-be fiancé. When you look at different rings consider your finger’s width & length as well as your hand’s overall size against the size & shape of the main diamond or moissanite stone along with width & style of the ring itself.
Even take into consideration your nail shape and length. Are they trimmed long or short, shaped or manicured? Long nails lengthen finger appearance. Therefore, it is included in the equation. Moreover, your personal style as well as lifestyle is important in the same way.
Try different styles to find one that suits you perfectly. Tips to consider while choosing a right ring style.
Long fingers
Majority of styles blend well for thin, long fingers but while choosing an engagement ring consider these aspects.
- Round stones and princess cut are very flattering.
- Long fingers carry bold style perfectly.
- Wider bands have a tendency to complement length.
Slender fingers
You will need to make sure that the ring style chosen does not override slender fingers.
- Thick bands can help to widen finger look.
- Small stones will help thin fingers appear wide.
Short fingers
The ring chosen has to elongate the short finger illusion. Width will not matter.
- Rectangular emerald shape stones tend to give short fingers lengthy look but make sure that they are not big.
- Pear, oval or marquis stones create a long finger illusion.
- Narrow-width. Slender bands create length delusion.
Wide finger
Choosing ring style for wide finger is tricky. You need to find one that does not reveal plenty of skin on both side or else fingers may appear even wider. Alternatively, wide fingers allow to have fun with varieties ranging from classy to funky and even make a statement. Styles to consider are –
- Narrow stones may widen the look so choose wide marquise, oval or emerald shape.
- Round stones in large settings or cluster style will complement wide fingers.
- The band has to be medium or thick.
- Asymmetrical and angular shaped designs help to minimize finger width.
Big knuckles
Right ring helps to draw attention away from knuckles you don’t like. Thick and heavy bands gab attention towards the ring, so keep this in mind and choose. The big scenario is ring style is not just for the finger but even your hand.
Large hands
Get creative because large hands allow you to carry chunky and bulky styles very easily. Therefore, choose a larger one that suits your personality.
Small hands
The overall proportion needs to be kept on the smaller side for girls with small hands. Small oval shaped or princess cut or heart shaped work very well.
Just don’t look in the display case and select but try each style and shape on. Ultimately, it is your preference to judge an ideal engagement ring!