Ultimate guide to engagement and wedding rings
Discover different types of rings for all occasions. Learn more about ring styles and stones and how to measure ring size with our ultimate ring guide.
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What type of ring are you shopping for?
Women's rings
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Engagement rings
Ready to pop the question? While a diamond is often the most popular choice, engagement rings come in a variety of metals adorned with a range of stones. Since it's more about the wearer's story and style, look for dazzling designs while keeping in mind their taste to choose the perfect one for your partner.
Wedding rings
Say "I do" with these beautiful creations that symbolise eternal love and commitment. From simple elegant options to diamond encrusted and glamorous ones, we have something for everyone.
Eternity rings
Every relationship is special in its own way. Celebrate the important moments and milestones as you go with eternity rings that you can treasure together.
Cocktail and fashion rings
Evening out? Add some charm to your everyday style and pick from chic cocktail rings to complement your look. Fun and fab, fashion rings are great for daily wear or casual accessorising as well.
Men's rings
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Wedding rings
From traditional gold bands to contemporary rings in platinum or silver, explore our collection of men's wedding rings.
Eternity rings
Also known as diamond set bands or half eternity bands, these precious pieces mark major relationship milestones.
Dress and fashion and rings
Want to make a statement? Go for stunning dress and fashion rings that are perfect for special occasions. And if you're gifting a loved one, try personalised rings for something that's unique and memorable.
Choosing the perfect engagement ring
Step 1: How much should I spend on an engagement ring?
Generally, there's no right answer. It's not all about the price tag - the most important thing is the love it symbolises. How much you spend is always at your discretion. Start by having a budget in mind and then go from there.
Step 2: How to pick from different ring styles?
Ring styles are just as important as the stones featured on them. Choose based on your partner's preferences and tastes to pick a ring that they'll love. Solitaire rings are a timeless classic. For a similar elegance with a touch of contemporary, go for a halo ring. Try cluster rings or trilogy styles for a glamorous look.
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Step 3: Selecting the best stone shape
Also known as stone cuts, stone shapes come in a variety of forms. Pick the one you think suits them best - from traditional round or oval shapes and elegant cushion or pear styles (named after the shapes they match in appearance). For something unique, explore slightly fancier and feminine heart and princess cuts.
Step 4: Choosing the metal for your ring
Step 5: How to select the stone type for a ring?
The classic and most popular pick for engagement rings has always been the diamond. However, there are newer options like cubic zirconia and lab grown diamonds that are of a similar composition but made inside a lab, making them more affordable than natural diamonds. Fancy something different? Try gemstone rings with other stylish stones like rubies and sapphires that are sure to stand out and turn heads.
Shop rings by stone type
Things to consider when buying a ring
Quality - The 4 Cs of diamonds
- Cut: This relates to how the diamond is shaped and affects how light can pass through it in different ways, resulting in the sparkling finish.
- Colour & Clarity: These are natural characteristics of diamonds and higher ranking ones have little to no imperfections, making them look clear. Stones with only slight imperfections can still appear pure to the naked eye and are a great and affordable choice.
- Carat: This does not have as much of an impact on the stone's appearance and is just a marker of its weight. 1 or 2 carat rings are ideal as engagement rings.
How to measure ring size
Trying a ring on in person will always be the ultimate test to find a comfortable size, but you can get a good idea of sizing using either of these methods:
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Measure your finger
Fingers can change size a little throughout the day, so measure them at their biggest. To do this, take the measurement in the evening and make sure your fingers aren't cold.
- Decide which finger the ring will be worn on and grab a length of string, a felt tip pen and a ruler.
- Wrap the string around the base of your finger. Make sure it's snug but not too tight - you're aiming to replicate a comfortable ring fitting.
- Using the pen, make a mark where the string crosses over.
- Use the ruler to measure the marked length of string in mm.
- You now have the circumference of your finger. Find your measurement on our size list PDF to get your approximate ring size.
Measure with an existing ring
Already have a comfortably fitting ring but not sure what the size is? Here's how to find out:
- Try our printable ring size chart for an easy sizing PDF. Follow the instructions on the page to find out the size.
- Don't have access to a printer? Grab a ruler and measure the diameter of the ring (its widest part) in mm. Make sure the ring fits the same finger your are shopping for.
- Find the diameter on our size list below to get the approximate ring size.
Understanding ring sizes
Ring size conversion
As is standard across most jewellers, we specify ring size with an alphabetical letter. Most of our range is available in sizes H through to V, although some rings may only be available in the most popular sizes. If you don't know what letter you need, you can find out below using the circumference of your finger or the diameter of an existing ring that fits.
Ring size chart
Compare the diameter of an existing ring or finger circumference to find the right ring size with our ring size conversion chart below.
| Existing ring diameter | Finger circumference | Ring size |
|---|---|---|
14.88mm | 46.80mm | |
15.90mm | 50.00mm | |
17.12mm | 53.80mm | |
18.34mm | 57.60mm | |
19.56mm | 61.40mm |
Caring for your ring
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If it doesn't fit
Even if you have carefully tried to work out what size ring you need, there's still a chance the ring won't fit exactly as you want it to. If this happens, don't panic. You can easily take it back into any Argos store within 30 days of purchase and exchange the ring for a different size.
For diamond rings, they will need to be sent off for verification with the original size tag on it before they can be exchanged, so you would not be able to get the new ring straight away.
Discover more inspiration
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Jewellery and watch gifts
Searching for something special for a loved one? Find plenty of options in our collection of jewellery and watch gifts.
Anniversary gift ideas
Looking to find the perfect anniversary gift? Choose from our selection of sweet and memorable options.
Birthday present ideas
From thoughtful gifts to fun novelty picks, we've got pressies that are sure to brighten their day.
