The Ring Buying Guide

Sizing, The 4 Cs, Metals & Our Favourite Rings In Store

Whether you're buying a ring as a gift for a loved one or as a treat for yourself, we've put together this guide to help you navigate the sometimes tricky journey of finding the perfect ring. We'll cover how to find the right ring size, the four Cs of diamond quality, the various metals to choose from, and a selection of our favourite engagement, wedding, eternity and statement rings currently in store.

How To Find Your Ring Size

There are many ring size charts available online as well as physical ring sizers, both of which can be used to determine your ring size. A plastic ring sizer can be placed around the chosen finger and tightened to a snug fit to reveal your true ring size, or you can measure with a piece of string wrapped around the finger and compared against the chart below. If you're buying as a gift, take a ruler to an existing ring and measure the inside diameter, then match it to the nearest size below. The thicker the band, the tighter the fit, so a deep bandwidth ring will likely need to go up one size.

UK Ring Size
Approx US Ring Size
Bracelet Code (mm)
Inside Circumference (mm)

G

3 3/4

14.48

45.5

H

4 1/4

14.88

46.8

I

4 3/4

15.29

48

J

5 1/4

15.49

48.7

K

5 1/2

15.9

50

L

6

16.31

51.2

M

6 1/2

16.71

52.5

N

7

17.12

53.8

O

7 1/2

17.53

55.1

P

8

17.93

56.3

Q

8 1/2

18.34

57.6

R

8 3/4

18.75

58.9

S

9 1/2

19.15

60.2

T

9 3/4

19.56

61.4

U

10 1/4

19.96

62.7

V

10 3/4

20.37

64

W

11 1/4

20.78

65.3

X

11 3/4

21.18

66.6

Y

12 1/4

21.59

21.79

67.8

Z

12 3/4

68.5

Shop By Metal

Yellow gold has been worn as a symbol of love and commitment for centuries, and remains a favourite for wedding and eternity rings for its warmth and durability. White gold has become the modern choice for engagement rings, its cool, versatile finish suited to diamonds of any shape.

Platinum shares white gold's pale brightness but is denser and naturally hypoallergenic, holding a stone more securely over a lifetime of wear, at the cost of a little extra weight. Mixing metals, yellow alongside white, has become a popular way to wear a two-tone ring with a more contemporary finish.

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Our Ring Buying Guide Tips

Once you have the ring size noted, you can move onto metals and styles. If you're buying as a gift, pay close attention to existing ring designs to tune into their jewellery tastes — if they tend to wear yellow gold, follow suit, and if they have a favourite gemstone, consider building around it. We have many different ring styles to choose from in-store and online, from vintage designs to more contemporary pieces, so you're bound to find the perfect ring with us.

Engagement Rings

From a classic solitaire to a dazzling halo, an engagement ring is one of the most personal pieces of jewellery you'll ever choose. Each of the pieces below pairs a beautiful diamond with a setting built to be worn and treasured every day.

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18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - Size M - 2.73ct
£8,995.00
Lab Grown 2.29ct Yellow Gold Certified Diamond Engagement & Wishbone Ring Set - D-F/VVS-VS
£2,995.00
Lab Grown 1.02ct Yellow Gold Certified Pear-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - E/VS1
£1,225.00
Lab Grown 1.30ct Yellow Gold Certified Oval Diamond Engagement Ring - D-F/VVS-VS
£1,550.00
Wedding Rings

A wedding ring is worn every day for a lifetime, so comfort and craftsmanship matter as much as style. From a simple court band to a diamond-set platinum design, our wedding ring collection has options for every taste and budget.

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18ct Rose Gold Plain Flat Wedding Band - Size N½ - 5mm
£1,095.00
18ct Rose Gold Plain Flat Wedding Band - Size J - 3mm
£595.00
9ct Yellow Gold Plain D-Shape Wedding Band - Size Q - 5mm
£465.00
9ct Yellow Gold Plain Court Shape Wedding Ring - Size P - 2mm
£230.00
Eternity Rings

Symbolising everlasting love, an eternity ring makes a beautiful anniversary gift or a stacking piece alongside an engagement and wedding ring. Each of the half-eternity styles below sets its diamonds in a timeless row for understated sparkle.

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Lab Grown 1.00ct Yellow Gold Certified Diamond Half-Eternity Ring - D-F/VVS-VS
£685.00
950 Platinum Diamond Half Eternity Ring - Size H½ - 0.22ct
£375.00
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Ring - Size M - 0.50ct
£950.00
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Half-Eternity Ring - Size P - 1.00ct
£1,195.00
Statement Rings

From a piece rich in symbolism to a bold cluster of colour and sparkle, a statement ring is a chance to express real personality. Each of the pieces below brings its own character to any jewellery collection.

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Lab Grown 1.00ct Yellow Gold Certified Diamond Half-Eternity Ring - D-F/VVS-VS
£685.00
950 Platinum Diamond Half Eternity Ring - Size H½ - 0.22ct
£375.00
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Ring - Size M - 0.50ct
£950.00
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Half-Eternity Ring - Size P - 1.00ct
£1,195.00