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3 Ways to Subtly Show Your Partner Your Favorite Engagement Rings
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By Steve Padis, Steve Padis Jewelry
With Valentine’s Day and Engagement Season right around the corner, we thought this month’s topic was highly appropriate! An engagement ring is one of the most significant purchases made during the course of a person’s lifetime. It’s also an extremely personal and intimate decision. If you suspect that your loved one may be thinking of proposing, you may be wondering how to let them know your personal preferences without being too obvious about it. Read on for three tips aimed at subtly guiding your partner toward a ring you’ll truly love.
Put Pinterest to work
If you’re like most soon-to-be brides, you probably keep a Pinterest board of your favorite wedding venues, dresses, honeymoon getaways, signature cocktails and so on. Consider collecting images of your favorite engagement ring styles too. Then, leave your computer conveniently open one day when your partner is nearby. If he’s thinking of popping the question, he’ll be delighted to find your gentle hint. While you’re at it, “pin” your favorite jeweler, as well.
Do some “accidental” window shopping
When you’re at the mall or strolling downtown, you walk past jewelry stores all the time. The next time you’re out and about, make an excuse to stop and peruse the bling. Perhaps say you want to check out a great jewelry store your friend told you about or maybe just find yourself drawn to something sparkly in a storefront window. In either case, take the opportunity to admire what you like and point out what you don’t. And remember: your hints don’t have to be in the context of an engagement ring. You might indicate that you prefer platinum over gold, a particular diamond cut or color, or a nontraditional design over a traditional one in a pair of earrings, bracelets or necklaces. If he’s got marriage on his mind, he’ll be grateful for any direction you provide.
Lean on your friends
Wedding proposals can be contagious! If you have friends who have recently gotten engaged, this is the perfect opportunity to give your partner a nudge. Something as simple as, “Jack did a really great job picking out Sarah’s ring. I love the emerald cut diamond, although I think I would have chosen a platinum band over gold” can be naturally worked into a conversation and can help your partner feel more prepared to pick a ring himself. Or, if he’s close with one of your friends and you know a proposal is forthcoming, ask her to check in with him to see if he needs any guidance or ideas.
One last thing to keep in mind? Many couples are opting out of elaborate surprise proposals and opting into shopping together for an engagement ring. If you’re open to this arrangement, find a way to let your loved one know. This may be the best way to ensure that the ring of your dreams ends up on your finger.
Family-owned Padis Jewelry has been a trusted name in the jewelry industry for nearly half a century. To view our exceptional collection of loose certified diamonds, engagement rings, and fine jewelry, we invite you to visit any of our Bay Area locations – including our new Forevermark Boutique at Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek. We also have our flagship locations in San Francisco (now open every Saturday) and if in Napa Valley, be sure to join us at our recently re-opened Padis tasting room and jewelry store on Main Street in St. Helena.
