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Ring in The Holidays
Every holiday proposal starts with the perfect engagement ring. We offer leading selections of rings for women, men and people of all gender identities. Whether you’re shopping for unisex engagement rings, women’s styles or men’s engagement rings, we have the ideal ring for your special holiday proposal. Choose from classic diamond rings or unique designs with gemstones or nontraditional metals.
The best engagement ring for your holiday proposal is one that matches your budget and your partner’s tastes. We offer engagement rings in a wide range of designs for different styles and budgets. Choose from classic solitaire rings, unique vintage engagement rings, halo rings, trendy toi et moi rings, gemstone engagement rings, and more.
Blue Nile Expert Guidance
Choosing the right ring for your holiday proposal doesn’t have to be a guessing game. At Blue Nile, we’ve simplified the engagement ring buying process. As the largest online retailer of certified diamonds and fine jewelry, we offer unparalleled selection and quality. Our experts are here to help you choose the perfect ring, whether that’s a customized design or one of our popular existing styles. We're here to help you find the engagement ring that reflects your love story, your intentions, your budget, and your commitment to your partner.
Engagement Ring Buying Tips
Popular Engagement Ring Metals
Your love is eternal, and your partner deserves a ring that’s crafted to last. At Blue Nile, we handcraft our engagement rings in durable metals. Gold and platinum are two of the most popular metals for engagement rings. Platinum is one of our leading metals for engagement ring designs, with more budget-friendly white gold as a close second. Rose gold engagement rings are also an emerging trend, bringing romantic style. Other engagement ring metals include classic yellow gold, unique tantalum and dramatic black tungsten carbide.
Choosing the Right Diamond
Diamonds are the most popular gem for men’s and women’s engagement rings. Learning about the 4Cs of diamonds can help you choose the perfect stone for your ring. The 4Cs are cut, color, clarity, and carat. Each element influences the beauty, brilliance and price of an individual diamond. Diamonds are graded by institutions like GIA and IGI to help buyers assess the most important qualities of individual gems.
When exploring our diamonds for engagement rings, keep the 4Cs in mind. What is the most important of the four Cs? The answer can vary depending on what you value in a diamond for your engagement ring design. But for most people, cut is the most important of the 4Cs. You may also be wondering how many carats an engagement ring should be, and like the 4Cs answer, it’s a personal choice. Many of our rings sold at Blue Nile feature a center diamond that is anywhere from 0.9-1.5 carats.
Customizing Your Engagement Ring with Blue Nile
We make it simple to put together the perfect custom engagement ring for your holiday proposal. Whatever you can dream up, we can help make a reality. Our engagement rings are handcrafted by our talented artisans and thoroughly checked for optimal quality. Ready to find the best ring for your special moment?
Finding The Right Ring Size
While we do help with resizing many of our engagement rings, it's always easiest to celebrate holiday proposals with the right ring size in the first place. You can measure ring size at home using our printable ring size chart, free plastic ring sizer or tips for measuring ring size with other techniques. Visit our ring size guide below to get started.
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Holiday Proposal Ideas
The celebratory holiday season is a popular time for proposing, with many couples sharing special moments by getting engaged on Christmas, Hanukkah, during family gatherings or at other holiday celebrations.
Proposing at Christmas with a Gift Under the Tree
Christmas proposals are classic and truly romantic. If you’re planning on proposing during Christmas celebrations, consider hiding the engagement ring as a gift under the tree. This is especially popular for couples whose families gather together to open Christmas gifts. For a little extra mystery to your Christmas Day or Eve proposal, put the engagement ring box in another larger box so your partner is truly surprised by this romantic holiday proposal.
Advent Calendar Surprise
Using an advent calendar as part of your Christmas proposal can ensure the excitement of your special moment lasts through the whole holiday season. To use an advent calendar as part of your holiday proposal, consider using the calendar to hold small gifts that are significant to your relationship and love story for all the days leading up to the last calendar gift. The final gift in the advent calendar is your engagement ring, making the proposal a romantic culmination of the gift.
Proposing on a Holiday Vacation
If you and your partner are traveling this holiday season, popping the question while on vacation can be a romantic surprise. Consider proposing once you’ve reached your destination to create a special moment and lasting memory.
Blue Nile Holiday Proposal Stories
Blue Nile has been the leader in handcrafted engagement rings since 1999, and we take pride in our high quality diamonds and unparalleled level of service. Check out these first-hand reviews from customers who found their perfect engagement ring with Blue Nile and made their dream holiday proposals come true.
“When the ring arrived I knew I had made the right choice. Absolutely beautiful! I proposed to her on Christmas morning, and she still can’t stop looking at her ring. It’s amazing how brilliant the diamond is.” - Keith
“The perfect engagement ring!! She was blown away!!! I couldn’t be happier with this ring as I proposed on Christmas morning. It was so user friendly in choosing a setting and the correct diamond. I would definitely recommend setting up some time to speak to one of the Blue Nile customer service reps. Thank you Blue Nile!” - Anonymous
“A night to remember forever. I proposed under the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center at night. The brilliance of the diamonds reflected the lights from the tree with such fire I knew the answer would be a resounding yes. It was!! The fit, the beauty of the ring, the presentation box was perfect.” - Mark
“It was the perfect ring! My now fiance loved the ring when I got down on one knee and proposed to her on Christmas. When I got the ring the week before, it was absolutely amazing. The cut was excellent and it sparkled like no other. I was very pleased with the diamond and setting. I would highly recommend this ring to anyone.” - Jeremy