2020 Georgian Bay Wedding Guide 10th Anniversary Issue | Page 26

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hoosing your engagement ring requires more
consideration than anything else you’ll ever wear. No other
piece of clothing or jewellery will stay with you as long, or
carry as much meaning as this tiny symbol of fidelity.
It means you must weigh the importance of exciting trends
with the timelessness of classic beauty. It means you have to
commit to a particular design, and live with it, even as styles
come and go.
When a bride comes into our store, we have an obligation
to help her make a good decision. After all, it’s the first thing
people will ask to see for the next several months. And over
time, her engagement ring and wedding band will influence
nearly every jewellery choice she makes.
Above all, choose a ring that suits your personality. Some are
more comfortable with a daring look. For others, a more
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traditional design is more suitable. Where couples can run into
trouble is trying to fit the bride to an existing ring – perhaps
one that’s been passed down from another generation.
Although we love to honour our heritage, the likelihood of
that ring being a perfect match is fairly low. After all, there’s
nothing more personal than your engagement ring.
In situations where an heirloom ring is being passed down,
we often recommend resetting the centre-stone. This
allows the history of the original diamond to remain, while
respecting the wishes and feelings of the bride, who deserves
an engagement ring that is truly her own.
Before you choose your ring, you have to choose your jeweller.
Look for one with a hands-on approach to customer service.
Today’s brides are interested in knowing where a diamond
comes from. Canadian diamonds are the most responsibly
sourced stones in the world. If you want to feel confident in
where your diamond came from, ensure you have a variety of