HELP!! Engagement Ring Decision!

[Princessbli]

Good luck with your decision. Don't worry too much about what "looks bigger". Anything in that size range is going to look big. When you are looking at the different sizes in the store, the size difference seems obvious, but when you have your ring on your finger, it will look fab!

Have your SA bring in rings in a similar size etc, and then give them all a try. I had and emerald cut Vs. RB dilemma in the fall. I have back and forth and even created a roll on the purse forum. 65% of people voted for a RB. I'll admit that I was back and forth, especially because I wanted a ring with sparkle and one that look big. Once the rings all came in and I could see the actual shape of the emerald diamond that I would be getting I felt that the difference in appearance between the ec and rb was minimal.

My heart fell hard for the EC and I didn't even try the RB on! Always follow your heart.

I was in T % Co in SF this past weekend and tried on a 2 carat EC and was suprised that it didn't look much bigger than my 1.62. And honestly the SA and I both agreed that mine looked better on my hand. I think this is something to consider, especially with the novo.

If you or anyone wants to get a ring in OREGON and save the tax, let me know, I have a great SA!

GOOD LUCK. YOU CAN'T GO WRONG, THEY ARE ALL BEAUTIFUL!

 

[BridgetNicole]

I would go with the Novo....the sparkle makes up for the smaller size. Besides, there's always upgrading down the road

 

[kat99]

I tried on both and ended up going with the RB classic - but I loved the Novo as well. From your posts it seems like you prefer the Novo. For me, I would of been happy with either so it was just a question of what would go better with most bands, etc.

 

[mimiv35]

Manitoba - I feel for you! Did you make a decision? I originally chose a .91 ct RB a few months ago and now I am unsure - i.e. - does it look like enough? When I see other girls with the novo style - it just seems to look like more sparkle. I recently went it to the store to relook at the embrace - and now I am soooo confused. The embrace for me would be a much smaller centre stone - but looks like more....and then there is the issue of bands....I don't think there is a band that fits with the embrace - so do you move it to your right hand? If anyone can help - please weigh in - do I keep the original or try to exchange it? I just don't know what I will love for life. Ideally I would like a larger diamond but the budget is the budget....Help!