RING IN THE CLUES

Just like a diamond has many facets, there are several aspects to completing your mission. Your first step is dropping some subtle hints. Repetition is the key. Keep in mind that you can also adapt these clues for an anniversary ring.

• Respond to everything he says with "That has a nice ring to it."
• Program his cell phone to the song "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend."
• Compliment him frequently on his sparkling conversation.
• Invite him over to watch the movie Diamonds Are Forever.
• Announce that your favorite baseball team is the Arizona Diamondbacks.
• Buy him a telescope so you can count the rings of Saturn together.
• Put travel brochures for Diamond Head, Hawaii in his briefcase.
  (This could accomplish two goals to get him thinking about a honeymoon destination too!)
• Always give him a coaster. Tell him rings belong on a finger, not on your table.
• Remove the hearts, clubs and spades from his deck of cards and replace them with diamonds.
• Keep your homepage to Diamonds.com.

SET IN STONE

Now that he's thinking about rings, it's time to get more specific. Casually flip through a magazine and point out how that oval-shaped diamond would look so beautiful on your size 6 finger. Comment that a platinum setting is really flattering to your skin tone. Always have a back-up plan; make sure your friends and family know your preferences and ring size.

From educating him about the 4C's - cut, color, clarity and carat-weight - to helping him select a magnificent diamond and elegant setting, Diamonds.com will guide him through every step of the process. An industry leader with impeccable standards and excellent customer service, Diamonds.com also offers expert advice. He can even e-mail his selection to friends - who will just happen to know your tastes.