Five Advantages for Purchasing Your Diamond In-Store Versus Online

When it comes time to purchase an engagement ring, this question is commonly asked: “Can’t I get the same ring online at a cheaper value?” Although purchasing a diamond online does seem practical if you are worried about finances, it is not always such a realistic expectation. When purchasing diamond online, you are essentially paying for exactly what you are going to get- in other terms you might pay less, however you are most likely going to get a lesser quality diamond. Purchasing an engagement ring in-store definitely has its advantages that many first time diamond buyers seem to forget. To jog your memory, we have come up with the top 5 advantages of why you should consider purchasing your ring in-store versus online.

1. Getting Exactly What You Want

Just like every online shopping experience, you might not get exactly what you thought you would. For example, when purchasing clothes online you are never too sure if that shirt will actually fit. So what happens next? You have to go through the hassle of returning it and then waiting around to get something new, which still might not be exactly what you want. The great aspect of in-store shopping is that you come out of the store 100% pleased with your purchase.

2. All Questions are Answered

If this is the first time you are buying an engagement ring, you're going to have questions. Luckily, Mervis has all of the answers. By having some of the best diamond consultants, as well as our wide selection of our video tutorials, we are always here to help. Given that purchasing an engagement ring is an important decision, Mervis wants to make sure that you are well-educated into making the right decision.

3. You Can See the Diamond You are Purchasing

Every diamond consultant you speak to will tell you the same thing- you must see the diamond in-person to make a decision. At Mervis, we do things different compared to other jewelers. You essentially can 'build' your perfect engagement ring. All of our diamonds are set to be loose, so you can pick which shape and size is right for you. This also lets you to personally inspect the diamond, which our consultants recommend you to do.

4. Feel Comfortable

When shopping for an engagement ring in-store, you gain a sense of comfortableness, rather than the overshadowing doubt of buying online. One is able to gain a sense of relief knowing that you can trust Mervis and have them hand pick the finest diamonds that meet your expectations and even budget.

5. Make an Important Decision Feel ‘Right’

Let’s face it- this is probably one of the most important decisions in your life and purchasing a ring online isn’t usually the way to go. With how technology is developing, you can pretty much buy anything online, diminishing the experience of hand selecting an engagement ring. At the end of the day, she will cherish that you took the time and effort to go through the engagement ring shopping experience to find her the perfect ring. Therefore, don’t automatically assume that online shopping is just the cheaper route to go. At Mervis we are always willing to help clients stay within their targeted budget, while also making sure they walk out with a ring they absolutely love.