Add a sparkle to Your Life, The Virtual Way

With the mushrooming e-commerce industry, the ease of buying goods and service virtually has taken the consumer market to a point, from where, there is no looking back. From expensive appliances to everyday grocery, the digital realm accounts for almost all sorts of aspirations one can have. Jewellery buying which was traditionally considered an auspicious thing was usually done through the designated family jewellers, however, the changing trend is setting new norms for this practice by replacing it with lavishly designed online stores that have end to end solutions for your jewellery needs.

Designed to perfection, these stores offer an array of contemporary designs, styles and accessories to suit the modern sensibilities of the consumers today. From pre-sales services where there drop by at your home to offer a dekko to post-sales warranty, the offerings are endless, making it a tough choice for the consumer to pick and choose the most credible jewellery shops online that offer the classic Indian jewellery designs with a global touch.

Needless to say, one has to think through before plunging into a heavy investment and rely on jewellery websites. To make it easy, here are a few aspects you should consider before putting your faith in any jewellery shops online and spending that hard earned moolah.

Jewellery Collection

•Authenticity
 Eyeful designs are easy to get lured away with; however, it’s crucial for buyers to check for the credibility of the website. Have a look at the testimonials of previous buyers, the overall website rating basis the user experience etc. Check out the details of the certificates of authenticity offered by the jewellery website. Any self proclaimed certification does not hold any good; instead look for out, certifications by ISO, Hallmark or Gemmology Institute etc.

•Style Sense
Whether you opt for more traditional styles in Indian jewellery designs or you seek a modern approach in your accessories, the options offered by the website should cater to both preferences; it should have a mix of designs, patterns, and innovative styles as well as a blend of conventional appeal too. The jewellery should not only be sturdy but lasting, in terms of style.

•Return Worthy
Always read the return/exchange policies before swiping the card. The actual product often differs from the product shown online; hence you must be aware of the protocols you can take, in case of dissatisfaction with the product. Steer clear of websites that do not offer ample customer care backup for return or are not very exchange and grievance friendly.

•Compare It Well
Take out time to view all the images shown for any product you like, compare it with other websites available to check for any pricing discrepancy, paperwork terms (referring to quality, certification, value in gms/carat) and also feel free to reach out to the seller for any queries before blindly getting carried away with the product.

Seal it with a Kiss & a Diamond

Setting the stage for a romantic proposal could be one of the most nerve-wrecking scenarios in a man’s life. The excitement coupled with the anxiety can be quite stirring, especially when you plan something as a complete surprise.

With our social media thriving existence, a zillion such proposals have backfired, where only in an attempt to be out of the box, guys blew with it unpredictable events and reactions. We are certainly not dismissing the idea of being au-courant with your proposal but for the less daring souls among us, a proposal is best when it’s a low key affair and kept simple with just conventional proposal rings to seal the deal. Finding the big engagement rings can be quite a time consuming process unless you are abreast with the trends of the season and have a keen eye to pick up those perfectly designed big diamond rings from a sea of jewelry.

If you have been contemplating to find some proposal rings but have no direction whatsoever, look no further, here are the trendiest designs for big engagement rings that are sure to score you high with your special one.

Beautiful diamond engagement ring

Rose Gold Setting
    Ditch the conventional yellow gold and make a move to the sassiest metal of the season, the rose hued pink gold, which can enhance any diamond setting with its feminine look and feel. Opt for a solitaire or at best, a three or four diamond setting.

Color High
    For those in love with colors, stones other than diamond make for a great pick. A chunky diamond setting, with a precious stone placed in the centre lends an     overall colorful effect to the ring. Your choices could be anything between emerald, rubies, sapphire or even amethyst.

Accented Rings    Big engagement rings often are created using unique settings for an accented pattern. Floral settings, vines and other contemporary design styles add a modern     appeal to the rings irrespective of the color of the metal or the stones used.

Stack It up
    Layers of fine metal gracing the finger is almost like a dream come true for any woman. Appease your special one with a stacked ring that allows for another     similar ring to fit in with the same shape and style. These could be in designed using mixed metals and stones and have an extremely bohemian feel to them.

Band Wise
    Sleek and classic bands set in white gold or platinum make for the perfect pick for urban and style conscious ladies. The minimalist design allows these rings     to blend with formal as well as casual wear with much ease. The choice of diamonds or other stones can be made to suit the setting of the style

There are tons of options to choose from, however, it is crucial to pay attention to the cut, carat and color of the diamond, besides being eyeful of the design, to ensure your priced possession lasts for years to come.