Diamond Engagement Rings

The diamond engagement ring marks the beginning of the journey toward wedding. At Ocarat, this piece comes in several setting styles: the solitaire highlights a single stone on a sleek band, while a halo or pavé setting surrounds the central diamond with accent stones to amplify its brilliance. Every design is crafted to suit a wide range of styles and budgets, with models ranging from 100 € to over 10 000 €. Our selection includes both natural diamonds and lab-grown diamonds - an increasingly popular alternative that delivers the same sparkle at a more accessible price point.

What's the difference between a diamond engagement ring and a diamond wedding ring?

Although both are set with diamonds, these two rings mark very different milestones. The engagement ring is given at the moment of the proposal - it features a central diamond, showcased alone or surrounded by accent stones, as a promise of union. The diamond wedding ring, also known as a wedding band, is exchanged on the day of the ceremony and takes the form of a band set with diamonds around all or part of its circumference, designed to be worn every day alongside the engagement ring. In short, the first celebrates the proposal, the second seals the union - and both must complement each other perfectly. If you're looking for a diamond engagement ring, you're in the right place; if you'd like to explore our diamond wedding rings, we also have a dedicated section just for those.

Steps to Choosing a Diamond Engagement Ring

Choosing a diamond engagement ring isn't always straightforward, especially for the one planning the proposal. This is a ring the future bride will wear for the rest of her life, so understanding her taste is key. Here are a few steps to help guide you:

• Set a budget: it will guide your choice of stone, metal, and setting style.
• Understand her taste: discreetly gauge the future bride's preferences - her favorite metal color, the diamond shape she's drawn to, and the style of ring she already wears or has always dreamed of.
• Choose the metal and its quality: white gold enhances the brilliance of the diamond, yellow gold brings a more classic look, and rose gold adds a contemporary touch. 375/1000 Gold (9 karat) is more affordable than 750/1000 Gold (18 karat).
• Choose the shape of the center stone: the round diamond remains the most popular, while oval, pear, cushion, and princess cuts offer a more distinctive look. Connoisseurs will also pay close attention to the cut, color, and clarity of the diamond or diamonds.
• Decide on a setting style: from a sleek single-diamond solitaire to a diamond pavé ring, all the way to the most unique designs.
• Determine the ring size: for a surprise proposal, you can measure a ring she already wears on that finger using a dedicated app, or discreetly hand it to a jeweler who can determine the size.

Pro tip: some people prefer to propose with a placeholder ring, then choose the real engagement ring together. It's a great way to keep the surprise alive while making sure the final choice is exactly right - no risk of missing the mark.

How do you care for a diamond engagement ring?

Worn almost continuously for decades, a diamond engagement ring stands the test of time better when a few simple habits become second nature. Diamond is the hardest natural material, but a sharp knock can still loosen a prong, and a buildup of soap or lotion can dull its sparkle. Day to day, take it off for heavy manual work and put it on after applying makeup and perfume to prevent buildup. Finally, an occasional visit to a jeweler to tighten any loose settings is a step many overlook - but it's an easy way to make sure you never lose a stone.

Buying a Diamond Engagement Ring Online: What Guarantees Do You Get?

Ocarat's online jewelry store offers a far wider selection than a traditional jeweler, where display cases naturally limit the number of pieces on show. All items ship from our Paris location after a quality inspection. Every piece comes with its certificate of authenticity and is covered by a 2-year statutory conformity guarantee.

To give you more time to decide - or to find the perfect engagement ring to give - we've extended our satisfaction guarantee to 30 days instead of the standard 14-day legal window. If you need to return your order, you can request either an exchange or a full refund.

We also want to remind you that delivery is free and fully insured throughout mainland France and Belgium. All parcels are delivered with a signature required and upon presentation of a valid ID.

For those who prefer to see the ring in person, you're welcome to try it on at our Paris boutique or have a custom design created by our workshop. For more information, feel free to reach out to our customer service team, available by email, chat, or phone.