Buying Jewellery For a Girlfriend

At the outset of a relationship, buying jewellery as a gift for your girlfriend can seem a tricky business. However, it need not be traumatic. Whether you´re concerned about giving off the wrong signal or worried she just won´t like it, here are a few simple tips from The Diamond Store,
~. Sizing Her Up -This does not have to involve sneaking around under cover of night, measuring her finger while she´s asleep. If you decide to opt for a ring, you can work out her size from jewellery she already owns. It is definitely worth making the effort to do this as there´s nothing more likely to put a dampener on the evening then the ring getting wedged on her finger.
~General Gift Buying-Unless you are planning to propose, the obvious advice is steer clear of big diamond rings as a first present, or indeed most extravagant rings. If it´s her birthday a gemstone ring with her correct birthstone is acceptable and shows that you have thought about the gift.
~To Bling or Not to Bling-While the amount of money you spend may be the most important factor for some women, for the majority it is about the thought that has gone into the present rather than the bling itself. There are always going to be other opportunities to splash out if the relationship continues to go well.
~The Like-ability Factor-From this you can work out which stones she has a preference for, what items she most often wears, whether she prefers silver, gold or platinum and the style of jewellery she wears. Think about her personality. Is she bold and vivacious or demure and elegant? Would a big, chunky diamond bracelet suit her or a more delicate alternative? When you are out shopping next, try subtly to guide her towards the jewelry counter and see what items she makes a beeline for