888-565-7641
Welcome to Blue Nile
Diamonds, Engagement Rings and Fine Jewelry

Engagement Ring Guide

Engagement Ring Guide    Choose Your Ring    Choose Your Diamond    Choose Your Jeweler

Platinum Six-Prong Engagement Ring The classic engagement ring is composed of two parts: a diamond and a setting. For the best value, find the engagement ring setting she'll love then devote the remainder of your budget to a beautiful, certified diamond.

How Much Should I Spend?

This is an emotional event, and a purchase that will last a lifetime. The two-months salary convention is a common starting point, but we believe that regardless of the amount you budget, your most important considerations should be quality and value.

This guide will help you choose an engagement ring setting she'll love, and decide on the right combination of diamond size and quality, so you're sure to choose the perfect ring.

Choose the Ring She'll Love

Side-diamonds enhance your center diamond. Discovering what kind of ring she likes can be a challenge if you want to keep your proposal a secret. We'll give you a list of all the points you'll need to know before you begin shopping, as well as some secret methods for discovering her ring size as well as her taste in engagement rings.
More

Choose the Right Diamond

Pick the right size and quality. At Blue Nile, we want to ensure every one of our customers makes a knowledgeable purchase. Whether you want the largest diamond, the highest-quality diamond, or a balance of diamond size and quality, we'll make sure you have a full understanding of what you're buying so you're sure to make the right decision.
More

Choose the Right Jeweler

When making this purchase, there are certain benefits you should expect as a customer. Learn what to look for, and you'll be sure to choose the right jeweler.
More

Proposal Stories

Blue Nile has been a part of over 150,000 engagements and every proposal story is unique. Whether you are looking for inspiration or are just curious, read how other customers have "popped the question". Rate stories, post comments and once you have proposed, return to share your own proposal experience and invite friends and family to read your story.
More

Engagement Ring Guide    Choose Your Ring    Choose Your Diamond    Choose Your Jeweler

Why Blue Nile?
Largest Online Retailer of Certified Diamonds
Forbes Favorite Online Jeweler Since 2000
Award-Winning Customer Service
888-565-7641
Why Blue Nile?

Discover Blue Nile
In the News
Read what's being said about Blue Nile in the news.
Customers Say It Best
Read how our customers feel about our performance.

Education & Guidance
Education & Guidance
Diamonds Platinum
Pearls Gold
Gemstones Silver

service@bluenile.com
888-565-7641
For phone orders,
please mention:
NCKY99
Blue Nile Advantage
Conflict-Free Policy
Careers
Investor Relations
Site Map
Free FedEx® Shipping
30-Day Returns
Financing & Insurance
Refer a Friend
Sweepstakes
Blue Nile United States
Blue Nile Canada
Blue Nile United Kingdom
Receive special offers and
gift ideas from Blue Nile: