The world may have stopped on its tracks as it faces the challenges of a global pandemic. But this shouldn’t stop you from buying the perfect engagement ring for the love of your life.
It’s okay to question if it is possible to buy an engagement ring during the pandemic. You are stuck at home and restricted from the traditional way of going to a jewelry store and shopping for a ring. It may quickly feel like you have to postpone your ring shopping, but that’s simply not the case. There are so many benefits to shopping for engagement rings online, and here’s just how you can do it.
There are significant advantages to buying an engagement ring online that you (and most people) might not know about.
It’s More Affordable
The truth of the matter is, jewelry stores at the mall, and famous jewelry brands, are expensive. If you look through jewelry shops online, you’ll find that the prices of their engagement rings can cost up to 50% less than the more well-known brands and mall stores. And it has nothing to do with the quality of rings. In fact, you’ll find that there ring designs sold at the mall have more affordable alternatives online. Brillianteers, for example, offers engagement rings below $1000. If you want to spend less on a ring, without compromising style and carat size, it’s more affordable to buy online.
You Have More Options
There’s no denying that there are far more, and sometimes, better options when you buy an engagement ring online. Going to a store at the mall will limit you to that one store’s designs. Shopping online will give you access to hundreds of engagement ring designs that you can compare and choose from, without ever having to leave your own home. With or without the pandemic, this is definitely the better option.
You Can Do it in Your Own Time
You don’t have to adjust your shopping time according to store hours if you decide to buy your engagement ring online. One of the best advantages of shopping for jewelry on the Internet is that there is no limit or designated time to window shop. You can do it in between hours at work, before you go to bed, with your morning coffee, or pretty much any time during the day that you have a few minutes to spare.
Deals and Price Discounts
With a large market of online jewelry stores selling engagement rings, the competition is high. As the buyer, this is something you can take advantage of. There are always great deals and price cuts when you shop for diamond jewelry online, as jewelry stores are always competing for the better selling price. Always look for holiday deals, coupons, and price discounts. Don’t be afraid to ask customer service for any discounts either. The more you can save, the better.
Tips to Buy an Engagement Ring Online
If you want to make the most out of the experience of buying an engagement ring online, get all the best discounts, and choose the right shop and ring design, then follow these helpful tips to get you on the right track.
Take Your Time Researching
Unless you’re in a real rush to buy an engagement ring, it’s always a good idea to take your time looking through different websites.
There are hundreds of ring design options online. Various stores have different offer prices and complimentary benefits. You need to take your time looking for and comparing different options, as well as reading into the details of every possible purchase. Enjoy this process. Most importantly, take notes of the ring designs that stand out for you. It’s easy to lose yourself amongst the many sites you may be searching through.
You also need to take some time researching about diamonds and other features on engagement rings such as stone cut, diamond size, ring metals, and ring designs. The more you know, the better.
Take Advantage of Online Apps
If you’re stuck on knowing what ring design to buy for your partner, take advantage of social media apps to help you find inspiration. Have a look through Instagram and Pinterest to look at an endless collection of engagement ring ideas.
Check Online Reviews
There’s no denying the minor doubt and fear you may feel not knowing if you can trust buying from an online shop. One of the best ways of confirming if a jewelry site is reliable is by reading through their online reviews.
You are looking for specific features when reading reviews:
- Consistency in what people are saying
- Years worth of online reviews
- Recent reviews within the last 6 months
- Negative reviews – trustworthy sites will be transparent with their reviews, both good and bad
- What they say about the product
- Their experience with customer service
Judge whether or not you feel comfortable to buy an engagement ring online by the way their previous customers have reviewed them. Go with the shop that you feel most comfortable with.
Ask About the Warranty, Repair, and Return Policies
Once you’ve found the perfect engagement ring, it’s important to ask about the warranty, the repair and return policies of a product.
There’s no guarantee that you will be happy with the product when you receive it. Or that you’ll need to replace, return, or repair it in the future. Knowing what policies an online store offers will let you know what benefits you have with buying the ring. It’s also a good way of narrowing down the choice of brand or store you’ll buy from.
Compare Prices
You want to get the best deal when you buy your engagement ring online. Don’t hesitate to compare prices. The more you do, the better your final buy will be. To do this, you need to take notes and save/bookmark websites. Stay organized, and again, take your time with it.
Have Fun
Last, but not the least, don’t forget to have an absolute blast with the experience of the process. Enjoy this once in a lifetime moment. Have friends or family help you to find the perfect ring if you want. What matters is all the love you put into choosing that perfect piece of jewelry as you embark on the adventure to buy your engagement ring online.
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