BUYING GUIDEEngagement

The classic engagement ring is composed of two parts, a diamond and a setting. For the best value, find the setting she'll love then devote the remainder of your budget to a beautiful, certified diamond.

How much should I spend?
This is an emotional event, and a purchase that will last a lifetime. The two-months salary convention is a common starting point, but we believe that regardless of the amount you budget, your most important considerations should be quality and value.

Choose the Ring She'll Love
Discovering what kind of ring she likes can be a challenge if you want to keep your proposal a secret. We'll give you a list of all the points you'll need to know before you begin shopping, as well as some secret methods for discovering her ring size as well as her taste in engagement rings. Learn More

Choose the Right Diamond
At Blue Nile, we want to ensure every one of our customers makes a knowledgeable purchase. Whether you want the largest diamond, the highest-quality diamond, or a balance of diamond size and quality, we'll make sure you have a full understanding of what you're buying so you're sure to make the right decision. Learn More

Choose the Right Jeweler
Beyond price, variety, and expertise, there are additional services and guarantees you should expect from a jeweler when making a purchase this important. Learn More

Diamond Certificate
The finest diamonds come accompanied by a diamond certificate (also called a diamond grading report) from an unbiased third-party. Learn More

Ring Appraisal
If you receive a ring appraisal, you can send it to your insurance company to establish coverage, and it will help ensure that in the case of loss, theft, or damage your insurance company will give you an equal replacement. Learn More

30-Day Return Policy
When you're making this large a purchase, you'll want to make sure that you'll be able to return the ring if you want to or need to for some reason. Learn More