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You get down on one knee to pop the question, but something’s missing – where’s that ring box?

If you’re going to design your own engagement ring, you need to let them know that first – or have a temporary band.

That way your loved one will fully get what’s going on – and not say no out of confusion.

Want to learn the benefits of DIY-ing it (with professionals help?) Read below.

1. She Gets Exactly What She Wants

Part of the nerves people go through when picking out an engagement ring is hoping the wearer likes it. If you design one with your significant other, you know they will.

Not only that, but a jeweler can work with you to make sure the ring is perfect when it comes to size and shape. Some fingers can’t hold big rings, it doesn’t look proportional. Work with someone one on one to get the look you’re both going for.

You can customize more than just the stone size. Some women fall in love with a ring just to find out it sticks out farther than they’d like from their finger. Some people like a ring to have a big profile, others don’t.

Designing your own ring makes it so no one has to compromise on design aspects.

Not into diamonds? No problem. A lot of Americans are moving away from diamonds towards other stones. Don’t get us wrong – a diamond is classic and forever – but some people want something more creative.

Maybe a ruby or an emerald is more her style. She has more choices when custom designing a ring with a different stone than you would if you went looking for one.

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2. It’s More Cost Effective

A lot of people think designing a custom ring is too expensive for them – but is it really? When you buy a pre-made ring, you’re paying one big price for it.

When you custom make a ring, you can pare down the features you want. Like that matching wedding band – does it really need to have stones on it too?

Many people don’t realize just how many choices they have when it comes to designing a ring.

You can even find a ring you both love that’s out of your price range and bring it to a jeweler. They can walk you through how to get the price down by changing little details about the ring.

Not only will you still get the ring of your dreams, but you won’t have to sell the farm.

The price is custom – and you’re getting better quality. When you design your own ring, you know that you’re getting exactly what you ask for. You’re paying for the design process and getting more value for your money.

Those other rings are mass produced and don’t get the painstaking care it takes to make one-of-a-kind rings.

3. Design Your Own Engagement Ring with Symbolism

We can’t tell you how meaningful it is to incorporate a diamond from your great grandmother’s earrings in your wedding ring. That joining of family to spouse is just unmatched.

And it’s not uncommon – rumor has it that when Harry proposed to Megan Markle, he personalized the ring he popped the question with. Sources say that the ring has two diamonds from his mother’s jewelry, which was his way of including his late mom in the wedding process.

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He also chose a diamond from a specific location, which is special to Harry and Megan as a couple. He chose a yellow diamond, to play to Megan’s favorite color and represent the light she brings to his life.

You don’t have to have diamonds from Princess Diana to take inspiration from Harry. Do you and your spouse-to-be have a special date that means a lot to you?

Or a phrase? You can have that engraved on the inside (or outside) of your rings.

What about favorite shapes or symbols? Those can be integrated as well. There’s really nothing you can’t do when you’re working with a skilled jeweler.

Keep in mind that the more specific you get, the more expensive things will be. But if you want a ring in the shape of a peace sign laid with diamonds, you can pay to make that happen.

4. It’s Romantic (and a Sign of a Healthy Relationship)

At first, the love of your life may feel disappointed that you didn’t propose with a big fancy ring. But when you let them know it’s because you want them to have exactly what they want, things should get back to happy, quickly.

Not only is promising to give someone exactly what they want romantic, but it shows you value their opinion. Giving them the choice of their ring is a good omen for marriage – you listen and want them to make the right decision for themselves.

5. It’s Fun

It’s fun to design your own ring! Most women never get to do this and it’s like being a child all over again. Instead, it’s not making those plastic bead bracelets anymore – this is the big leagues.

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Whether you let your loved one work on the ring with the jeweler by themselves or you do it together – it’ll be a memory worthy experience.

That said, make sure you really like your jeweler. You’ll be spending a lot of time together, so you want a good rapport.

A Ring for the Ages

When the ring is back in your possession, get ready to feel like they just said yes all over again!

It may not be the status quo to design your own engagement ring, but neither are you two as a couple – if you were, you wouldn’t be reading this!

Give her the gift of a non-cookie cutter ring and start living your best, most unique, life.

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