Engagement Rings

A marriage proposal is an emotional moment that marks the start of a new chapter in your life together. Every detail is carefully considered to create the perfect atmosphere for your soulmate to say «yes». 

What could be more moving than seeing your partner get down on one knee and reveal the engagement ring he wants to slip onto your finger? 

This piece of jewellery is undoubtedly the centrepiece of this unique occasion. It is therefore essential to know How to choose the right engagement ring for a woman.

Design, metal, gemstones… Every detail counts when choosing a high-end engagement ring for a woman.

This piece of jewellery is not just an accessory: it is a declaration of love, a symbol of the deep bond between two people. It represents the strength of your love and the promise of a life together. 

The engagement ring you choose must therefore reflect your story and suit your partner's tastes perfectly.

Traditionally, a engagement ring for women takes the form of a ring : a gold or platinum ring, set with a central stone.

But this tradition is changing. Today, fine jewellery is paving the way for more modern, original and even daring designs. Jewellery craftsmen are drawing on all their creativity to design unique pieces that cater to every taste.

Just to know what type of engagement ring to choose, we recommend looking at the jewellery your partner wears to identify what their favourite frame colour would be. 

A women's engagement ring can be crafted from several precious metals. There are elegant and timeless designs made from white gold or yellow gold, the most traditional metals. These two options are ideal if you are looking for a simple and understated engagement ring. 

If your budget allows for it, you can also opt for platinum. This metal is particularly appreciated for its strength and longevity. The colour of platinum does not tarnish at all over the years.

If you want to give a women's engagement ring that stands out from the rest, rose gold is the metal you should choose. More contemporary and very on-trend, it brings a little touch of originality to your engagement ring.

To choose an engagement ring with a gemstone, focus on your partner's preferred colours. She may already own jewellery set with a gem that she loves, which could naturally guide your choice.

You might also be interested in the meaning of the stones on a women's engagement ring. 

The star of gemstones remains the diamond. It symbolises purity and eternal love. Timeless and luminous, it is the stone most commonly used for creating an engagement ring, particularly for solitaires. 

All diamonds used by Valérie Danenberg are certified by the GIA and comply with the Kimberley Process.

Other gemstones can also enhance a woman’s engagement ring: the sapphire, which symbolises wisdom and fidelity; the ruby, which evokes passion and the intensity of feelings; and the emerald, which represents rebirth and harmony.

An essential piece of jewelry for a marriage proposal, an engagement ring is not the same as a wedding band.

The first one difference between the engagement ring and the wedding ring depends on the occasion for which each one is given. 

The engagement ring is slipped onto the finger during the marriage proposal. It symbolises the commitment made between two people to join their lives together. 

The wedding ring, also known as the marriage ring, is exchanged during the wedding ceremony. It marks the formalisation of the union between the two partners, in the presence of witnesses.

The second difference lies in the design of the jewellery. A wedding ring is generally more understated, as it is intended to be worn every day for the rest of one’s life. 

It is, however, becoming increasingly common to wear both pieces of jewellery after the wedding, which is why it is important that the engagement ring and wedding band complement each other in terms of style.

The position of the wedding ring and the engagement ring is the same: these pieces of jewellery are worn on the ring finger of the left hand. 

And if you choose to continue wearing your women’s engagement ring after your wedding, bear in mind that it is customary to wear the wedding ring first. This should, in fact, be worn as close to the heart as possible.

Like all fine jewellery, a women's engagement ring must be cleaned regularly to ensure its brilliance. 

Discover all our tips to find out how to clean a woman’s engagement ring within our A guide to cleaning fine jewellery ringsThis way, your jewel won't lose any of its shine.

Are you looking for a engagement ring in Paris to propose marriage? Jewellery designer Valérie Danenberg has created a wide range of engagement rings for women in her Parisian workshop, to suit all tastes and preferences. 

She helps you tell your most beautiful love story by creating a bespoke engagement ring that reflects who you are. 

Thanks to the expertise of its craftspeople specialising in silversmithing, it creates quality women's engagement rings, adorned with gemstones set one by one, by hand.