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How to Choose the Perfect Engagement Ring | Expert Tips Every Couple Should Know

Wedded Season 2 Episode 8

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Welcome to another episode of Get Wedded in Wonderland, where we sit down with the people shaping the future of weddings.

Choosing an engagement ring is about so much more than diamonds.

In this episode, Wendy El-Khoury sits down with Lisa, co-founder of Amare Jewellery, to explore what couples should really consider before purchasing one of the most meaningful pieces they'll ever own.

From lab-grown vs natural diamonds and ethical sourcing to custom design, proposals, and creating jewellery with intention, this conversation is filled with practical advice and heartfelt insights for modern couples.


In this episode:

  • How to choose the right engagement ring
  • Lab-grown vs natural diamonds
  • Why every couple should ask "What's important to you?"
  • Designing custom engagement rings
  • Proposal trends in 2026
  • Why connection matters more than transactions
  • The emotional power of jewellery
  • Lisa's inspiring personal story and how it shaped Amare Jewellery


00:00 Why engagement rings are more than jewellery

00:46 Meet Lisa from Amare Jewellery

01:32 The love story behind Amare

04:12 How custom engagement rings are created

06:40 Lab-grown vs natural diamonds

08:35 The biggest mistake couples make

10:05 Why asking "What's important to you?" changes everything

11:30 Why practice rings are a brilliant idea

14:30 Timeless jewellery vs trends

20:35 How much should an engagement ring cost?

24:45 Why education matters when buying jewellery

26:15 Proposal trends and modern couples

29:55 Lisa's inspiring personal journey

39:45 Building a business with purpose


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Website: https://amaree.com.au/

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