Engagement Rings

Congratulations! Engagement ring shopping can be overwhelming, but with our Engagement Ring Buying Guide, your questions will be answered and you'll have a great idea of how to start the process.

There is no right answer for this one. Per a study by a leading bridal magazine in 2021, the average American spends about 4% of their annual, pre-taxed income when purchasing a diamond engagement ring; however, ensure the budget you select is the right one for your financial situation. We're pleased to offer a variety of diamond carat weights, shapes and styles so there will be something in your budget that makes her excited to say, "YES," when its time to pop the question!

Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry stores can be found in Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi and New Mexico. Visit the Store Locations page of our website to find a store near you, or if you see something online that you love, we are pleased to offer complimentary shipping and gift wrapping. Order online with lmfj.com, or contact a Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry store near you.

This concept was created by a marketing team of a jewelry company in the 1930s and is not a set in stone rule. You should evaluate your financial situation and determine how this purchase is going to fit in with the long-term goals of you and your significant other. The amount you decide to spend will come down to the details of the ring that are important to you: the quality of the center stone, the intricacy of the setting and any customizations that are important to you.

Yes, Lee Michaels purchases only from suppliers who affirm that the diamonds are from legitimate sources who are in full compliance with the United Nations Resolutions on conflict-free diamond trading.

Ring sizing is most commonly measures by the inner diameter of ring, in millimeters. Use our Ring Sizing Guide to help determine the proper ring size.