Jewellery consultant presenting solitaire engagement ring to customer in a luxury retail setting

SHOULD YOU SHOP FOR AN ENGAGEMENT RING TOGETHER?

Gone are the days when engagement ring shopping was a total surprise. More couples than ever are choosing to shop for the ring together - and honestly, it makes a lot of sense.
But does it kill the romance? Or does it just make the whole experience more meaningful?

Here’s why it works, what to expect, and how to do it your way.

Couple’s hands wearing coordinating engagement and wedding rings in yellow and white gold

Why More Couples Are Ring Shopping Together?


This year’s trend? Doing it your way. That means more open conversations, shared decision-making, and a growing number of couples browsing rings side by side - online or in-store.

Here’s why it’s on the rise:

• You get the ring they actually want. No guesswork, no panic. You see their reaction in real time and walk out knowing it’s the one.
• It removes pressure. No anxiety over size, style, or second-guessing. Just excitement.
• It’s part of the moment. Browsing, trying on, and making that decision together is the memory.


What It Says About Your Relationship?


Shopping together doesn’t make the moment less special. If anything, it shows trust, openness, and partnership. You’re saying: “I want you to love this ring and I want you to be part of choosing it.”
For some couples, it’s the start of co-creating the proposal. For others, it’s just a smart way to make sure the ring fits their life and style. There’s no one-size-fits-all. Some still want that surprise. Others want in from the start. Either way, you’re doing what feels right for you.

What If You Still Want the Element of Surprise?


You can still keep the moment a surprise - even if the ring isn’t. A popular option?

Propose with a promise ring.

It’s a thoughtful way to mark the moment without rushing the final decision. You still get all the emotion and intention of a proposal, but leave space to choose the forever ring together afterward.
A promise ring symbolises commitment, love, and your intention to spend your life together. It’s meaningful on its own - and can even be worn long after the engagement ring is chosen.


What If You Still Want to Do It Solo?


That works too. If you know their taste, or they’ve dropped enough hints, go for it. But make use of resources:

• Borrow one of their rings to check size or use our Ring Size Guide to get it right at home.
• Talk to one of our experts in-store or online.
• Read up - our Engagement Ring Buying Guide is a great place to start.

And remember: if the fit or style isn’t quite right, we’re always here to help with exchanges or adjustments.

Hand showcasing multiple trending promise rings including oval, marquise, and three-stone settings in yellow and white gold

Final Word: Should You Buy the Engagement Ring Together?

There’s no right or wrong. It all depends on what feels most “you” as a couple. Shopping together doesn’t take away the magic - it just shifts the focus. Less guessing. More connection. And a ring that truly fits.

Ready to explore rings together?

FAQs: Buying an Engagement Ring Together

Want to know if shopping for the ring as a couple is the right move? Here are the questions people ask most - answered simply.

Yes - many couples now choose the ring together to avoid guesswork and make the moment more meaningful. It’s all about doing what feels right for you.
Absolutely. A promise ring is a thoughtful way to propose while leaving space to choose the final engagement ring together. It symbolises love and commitment.
Not at all. You can still keep the timing or final ring a surprise, or propose with a promise ring and shop for the forever ring later as a couple.
That works too - just make use of ring size guides, expert help, or hints your partner may have dropped. If the ring needs adjusting, we’re here to help.