11 Pro Tips No One Tells You Before Shopping For an Engagement Ring

Wegman says that at least half of her future brides come into NYC stores to try on replica engagement rings without their partner. Many of them arrive armed with pictures, directions, hand-drawn sketches, and even lengthy PowerPoints that they also use to guide their partner at home. "It's a common misconception, but most women are involved in the engagement-ring process," Wegman tells POPSUGAR. "The degree varies from couple to couple, but it's encouraged, as it eliminates confusion on the partner's side and ensures she gets exactly what she's dreamed of."