How to not be THAT guy: The Men’s Guide
Welcome to the guide of: How to not be THAT guy! The guy in the jewelry shop who is sweating with the look of fear and panic, who is just going to point on a piece and lay down his credit card in order to buy a precious piece for his beloved one.
This guy has not thought of any details in advance. For instance, the price range he is willing to settle for, the type of jewelry his partner loves, the setting, the cut, carat or quality. And let me tell you, these are much more important than the amount he will end up spending.
So, how to buy a gift for your loved one? Here are the answers to the three most frequent questions guys have before buying a diamond to their loved one. Will help you save up time, money and a major face!
- How much should I spend?
With the options available today, the diamond sale can be affordable to even the tightest budgets. The reimagined Tim & Co. laboratory- grown diamonds are sustainable, ethical and reasonably priced. And yes, they are real diamonds and the diamonds are forever! The price is largely allocated according to the size and the carats of the diamond. Higher price points typically yield bigger and more brilliant diamonds, and vice versa. Remember though: : “Less is More”, Coco Chanel.
A perfect gift, you might ask? A beautiful pair of diamond stud earrings is the perfect entry into the diamond gifting.
- How can I understand my partner’s style?
Honestly, this is the most important thing to understand when it comes to a diamond jewelry gift. Try to observe your partner’s style. The way they dress and what kind of jewelry they prefer. Do they wear more earrings, rings or maybe necklaces? You may love a modern, flashy ring surrounded by smaller stones, yet your partner might be more of a classic and traditional style lover. So observe and ask yourself:
- What style do they prefer? Minimal or Maximal? Modern or Vintage?
- Do they currently own any diamond jewelry?
- Do they like to stack lots of diamond rings, necklaces?
- Which stone color do they prefer? The yellow gold, rose gold or white gold?
Remember, the thought you put into it, matters more than the price tag.
- What size of diamond should I get?
Rather than size, you should focus more on the quality and buy the best for your budget. The quality is defined by the 4c’s of a diamond standing for color, cut, clarity and carat. If you are not sure about the cut- the shape- of the diamond, you can’t go wrong by taking a look at our shape guide here. Don’t forget the proportion! Does your partner have longer fingers or more petite? It definitely matters!
Here at Tim & Co. we are more than happy to assist you on your journey in acquiring diamond jewellery. Please feel free to give us a call or send us an email. Our experts will happily guide you and help you make the best decision for you and your partner. Make your dreams come true!
