A Guide to Picking the Perfect Engagement Ring

Each bride is unique and finding a proposal ring that's as individual as you can be mesmerising. This guide is a starting point to finding "the one".

Whether you're secretly expecting a proposal or the question has already been answered with an enthusiastic 'YES!', getting engaged is a magical time. You're floating on a cloud of love and happiness and you'll never tire of reliving that big moment.

Before you get down to planning the finer details of the wedding there's one sizeable decision that needs to be made, the engagement ring. One of the most precious pieces of jewellery you'll ever own, you want a ring that reflects your own personal style, yet will last as long as your wedding vows - for eternity.

Each bride is unique and finding a ring that's as individual as you can be a daunting prospect, which is why we've created this guide - a starting point to discovering the ring that makes you feel truly special.

And if you're the one planning to propose? Thinking about your bride-to-be's individual style, her current jewellery and which of these personalities she most represents will give you an idea of what to look for.

Celebrating old-fashioned romance, the vintage feel of Neil Lane couture jewellery makes its handcrafted diamond rings a popular choice among film stars, actors and the Hollywood set. Intricate milgrain detailing, diamond clusters, unique twisted shoulders and art deco influences such as baguette-cut stones are signature styles among the exquisite range. These are engagement rings made for gazing at.