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boxofgoldfish posted on r/weddingsunder35k4w
We did a mix of both. We went in person to pick shape/general size. Then we ordered 4 stones in that shape and size range online with a 7-day return policy. Got a try on tool thing similar to what the jewelers had to test out how those diamonds looked on my hand. It made it easier to feel confident in the stone we picked since we got to see it side by side in person with other stones and compare size, bow tie effect, sparkle, etc.