When you decide to browse a selection of solitaire engagements rings, you certainly want to know a little bit about the product before you enter a jewelry store. This will not only save you time and money, it will also help you determine which styles you find attractive and what you can afford. No matter your budget, there is always a beautiful ring you can afford without breaking the bank.   Many couples choose to go the route of custom design. Some may think this is a lot more expensive, but that is not necessarily the case. Also, when you have something handmade, you can know without a shadow of a doubt that you are getting exactly what you want, and that it is made by a skilled craftsman.   Many solitaire engagement rings possess very large center stones, but you do not have to have a three-carat stone to show your love for someone. Later in life (after you hit the lottery), you can always go back to the jewelry store and purchase a larger, upgraded stone for your ring. If solitaire rings simply are not your style, there are so many other designs from which to choose.