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Whether you are choosing your engagement ring or renewing the one that is already adorning your hand, you need to make sure you are choosing the perfect one. You don’t want to invest in such an important piece and end up going for a style that doesn’t flatter your hand and finger.

Always keep in mind that this elegant and timeless jewelry piece will accompany you every day wherever you go, so make sure to choose the design that makes you look and feel good. To avoid a mistake of this kind, we are providing you with a guide that allows you to be on top of your ring game!

If your fingers are wide or large, a wider band will be the most flattering choice. Also, double or triple row rings that feature angular shapes and asymmetrical designs minimize the appearance of wide fingers, while an elongated diamond is the best option if you wish for a center-stoned ring.

If you have slender fingers, choose an equally slender ring. Opt for a ring that makes your finger appear wider or, for small stones set on thicker bands to complement your finger’s slender shape.

If your fingers are long, we must say that you are one of the luckiest persons as most ring styles suit you.  Any stone shape will flatter your hand, but a princess-cut stone is the most common among women with long fingers and a wide band also complements the length of your finger.

If you have shorter fingers, you should aim at elongating them. Stone wise, an oval, pear or marquise-cut will do wonders, and more rectangular shapes are also an option only if you don’t have small hands. Narrow-width bands are ideal for you and will help give your fingers a longer appearance.

If you have big knuckles, try to choose a ring that draws the attention towards the finger, rather than the hand. While thicker and heavier bands are a good option, a ring adorned with a number of beautiful stones is definitely an eye-catcher.

With all these tips, you should now be able to choose the perfect ring for you or at least narrow down your choices. One more thing to keep in mind is that smaller hands call for smaller rings and more classical styles, while large hands need larger rings with bolder styles and significantly larger stones.

Mirella Haddad