According to an old rule of thumb, there is a saying you should spend a full three months salary on an engagement ring. That could be tricky for many and completely unrealistic for most. Let’s face it, it’s not every day one decides to purchase an engagement ring. Putting a rule of thumb like this in the mix, may hinder ones ability to even look for an engagement ring, never mind purchase one.

Another rule of thumb is more like… forget the rules… because in reality, a lot of us aren’t in a position to spend three months’ salary on a ring. As important a decision as an engagement ring is, one’s personal living expenditures takes precedence over all, when it comes to jewellery considerations. How this purchase could end up affecting your weekly grocery bill, supporting your family along with your regular day-to-day needs should be considered.

So, in other words, abide by the simplest of rules of thumb one can stomach when it comes to making that engagement ring purchase. It goes like this, “spend only what you can afford to spend, without compromising your day-to-day expenses over the next 3 months.” To discuss a custom design within your budget, just book online.