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Are you thinking of popping the big question soon? One of the first thoughts in your head is probably:

"How much should I spend on the ring?"

This is often more emotional than a rational decision. Only spend as much as you can afford experts advise.  The old rule of thumb was to spend 2 months salary on the engagement ring which is outdated. 

In 2018 the average Engagement Ring purchase price in the United States is $6351.

South Dakota is $4832

North Dakota is $5436

Minnesota is $5630

Iowa is $8150

Wisconsin is $8766 (WOW!)

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Over 4 top designers are bringing their best rings to Arthur's Jewelers for one week only!  Shop and try on extraordinary pieces.

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Grab your friends or significant other and head to Arthur's Jewelers for the Engagement Ring Event!

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You have the perfect ring, now get the perfect selfie.

By Amy Nogai

If you just got engaged, chances are you will be sharing it on Instagram with an engagement ring selfie.  Get the photo right by following a few simple rules.

1. Lighting is everything

If you're not outside, set up your shot near a window for some natural light. Turn off the Fluorescents and yellow bulb lights. You want natural sunlight but watch out for tricky shadows.

2. Know the ring

Experiment with the angle of your shot so you capture the most amazing qualities of your ring. Love the side view?  Take a photo on an angle to highlight it. Can't get over the shape of your stone? Try an overhead shot, but skip the flash.

3. Get a manicure 

Everyone wants to see the ring, but no one wants to see your hangnails. If your fiancé caught you with a surprise proposal and you're due for a manicure, but just can't wait to snap a photo, put on a little lotion and get creative with your pose. Hold hands with your fiancé, frame your nails out of the shot or do a fist pump pose at the camera—why not?

4. Scout an exciting background

Unleash your inner photo stylist. Find an Instagram-worthy skyline, sunset, coffee or patterned rug to serve as the backdrop of your ring selfie.

5. Go the distance

Cell phone pics are not professional quality, but here are a few tricks.  Avoid the zoom on your camera. Move your phone will make a less pixelated photo. If you're using an iPhone, set up your shot and then tap the screen to focus the lens. Avoid shaky shots by using a tripod or pushing the buttons on your earbuds to snap a photo instead of tapping your screen.

6. Strike a pose

Relax your fingers, add a prop, or rest your hands on your new fiancé's arm. Avoid shots that highlight every pore and strand of hair on your hands by a slight tilt of the camera.

7. Take lots of photos, but only upload one

You want your ring to stand out and look awesome. Pick one great shot to feature and skip the collages.

8. Fix it before you post

Use an editing app like VSCO or Snapseed. These apps make it easy to experiment with cropping, contrast, saturation, and sharpness to get the very best from your digital photo.

9. If all else fails, use a filter

Use one of Instagram's filters, they have made it easy for anyone to take a share-worthy photo. Add your ring selfie, apply that perfect filter.

10. Share your Photo

Get creative with the caption, use emojis and tag the location of your proposal to share on social media.

Make sure you tag Arthur's Jewelers with your engagement ring too. #arthursjewelers #arthurmoment

You can upload your photos to our website to share: https://www.arthursjewelers.com/Common/ShareEngagementRing

Here are the Top 7 Fashion Jewelry Designs by Hearts On Fire.  The Copley Bangle bracelet reminds me of the "Love Bracelet" by Cartier.  The fulfillment diamond pendant is a classic that you can wear every day.  I think my new favorite item is the Lorelei Floral Twist Bangle Bracelet.

What item do you want this holiday... leave your favorite item in the comments!

By Amy Nogai

Did you know that a heart shape form is embedded within every Tacori engagement ring and wedding ring, it was their designers' innovative vision for the signature crescent? The top scalloped portion of the heart creates the shape for the crescent pattern, creating a hidden symbol of love. This is Tacori's signature touch. 

For the lover of all things classic, the Classic Crescent collection started it all with the iconic Tacori crescents set with diamonds on the inner face of the ring.

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Brand New Collection: Horizon Shine by Tacori 

by: Amy Nogai

Every year one of my favorite designers, Tacori always comes up with new jewelry designs, and engagement rings.  This year I think Tacori has hit it out of the park... this new collection of jewelry now features two new gemstones; Labradorite and Green Chalcedony.  

This green color is so pretty.  The best part of this collection is that everything retails for under $500.

 

 

 

 

Brand New: Tacori

by: Amy Nogai

Every year one of my favorite designers, Tacori always comes up with new jewelry designs, and engagement rings.  This year I think Tacori has hit it out of the park... this new collection of jewelry now features two new gemstones; Labradorite and Chalcedony.  The collections are called Horizon Shine & Crescent Embrace

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