If you plan to pop the question abroad, make sure it's covered by your travel insurance, in case it drops from your pocket on the way to that deserted desert island. Some couples exchange rings on engagement, usually a signet ring for the prospective groom, in the same metal as his fiancee's ring. Usually wedding rings are gold, white gold, red gold or platinum. The engagement ring generally looks better made from the same metal. Equally the ring should not be so loose that it slides round on your finger, or over your knuckle too easily.
Diamonds are traditionally the most popular stone for engagement rings.
There are thousands of styles of engagement ring to choose from and bearing in mind that it will be worn for a lifetime, it's worth taking your time and choosing the right one. The lad's A to Z of proposing. Confetti Network Ltd, All rights reserved.