How to Buy Jewelry for Women - Ideas for Men
The fact is that we′re guys and guys don’t always know exactly what women want for jewelry. The good news is that thousands of guys figure it out and survive the jewelry purchasing ordeal daily. To get it right, you’ll need to plan ahead. You can’t wait until the day before.
The variety of options will make your head spin. There are earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings and many different categories of each. As for metals, your choices include silver, platinum, yellow gold, white gold and more. Let’s talk gems for a second. Anytime you have a choice, pick a small authentic gem over a large fake one. Have doubts? Ask a woman.
What does she want? If this gift will be a surprise, then you certainly can’t ask her. Why not ask her sister or her mother or her friends? Women do talk to each other about jewelry so tap into the network. They may have the information you need or they may know where you can find it. If it’s a secret operation, be sure to tell the ladies involved.
What size should you buy? Your options are limited here. First, ask her family & friends. If that doesn’t work, measure any rings, necklaces, and in her jewelry box. As a last resort, sneak one or more of the pieces into a jewelry store so they can size it for you. Make notes for later on.
To determine how much to spend, consider the occasion from her point of view. The more meaningful the occasion to her, the more you can spend. That means every anniversary is important! Her first Mother’s Day is very important, although you really don’t need to go crazy. How about a charm bracelet or a ring with the baby’s birthstone? You do have the birthstone list, right?
Where to start? Start by surfing the Web. Learn jewelry basics. Learn about different metals, and gems. Get a feel for prices. Locate some retailers in your area. Do you need a list of birthstones? Make notes. This information will be useful for future purchases.
Shopping doesn’t come naturally to many guys. We often avoid it. There’s a saying: women shop, men buy. But you’ll have to do at a little shopping this time to find the right gift. If you’ve done your homework, you’ll be fine. Visit several jewelry stores and compare value and quality, not just price. Buy from an established company.
How should you present the gift? Will it be in a romantic setting? How about as an unexpected surprise? You want her to remember it for a long time, so be original.
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