How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
02-07-2007, 02:36 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by eva410
for some reason my ex sent me the link to this thread. i have no clue why he wanted me to read it and he didn't even post a reply, 
whatever.
Anyways, here's my opinion as a female.
First, figure out what kind of ring she'll actually wear. I know when my brother was in the market for an engagement ring, his girlfriend wanetd a massive diamond and a big beautiful band and so on.
I, on the other hand, am a much simpler person. I'd rather have a ring that was more embedded in the band and doesn't even have to be some massive diamond. I like the idea of the three-diamond rings, the ones that are supposed to be "for the past, the present, and the future" One, it's not just one lonely diamond, and it still doesn't have to be some big honkin thing.
I'd like to be able to wear the damn thing and not have it get caught every time i put my hand in my pocket or anything else.
Also figure out if she wears silver or gold. I'd be so pissed if I got a gold ring because everything else i wear is silver.
I'd say my ex pretty much hit the spot when he bought me a ring for christmas a couple years ago (even though it wasnt a promise or engagement ring). And he only spent about $120 on it.
This isn't a very good picture of it, but it's all i have because I wasn't a greedy bitch and gave it back to him for his disposal (be it a trashcan or resale) when we broke up.
whatever.Anyways, here's my opinion as a female.
First, figure out what kind of ring she'll actually wear. I know when my brother was in the market for an engagement ring, his girlfriend wanetd a massive diamond and a big beautiful band and so on.
I, on the other hand, am a much simpler person. I'd rather have a ring that was more embedded in the band and doesn't even have to be some massive diamond. I like the idea of the three-diamond rings, the ones that are supposed to be "for the past, the present, and the future" One, it's not just one lonely diamond, and it still doesn't have to be some big honkin thing.
I'd like to be able to wear the damn thing and not have it get caught every time i put my hand in my pocket or anything else.
Also figure out if she wears silver or gold. I'd be so pissed if I got a gold ring because everything else i wear is silver.
I'd say my ex pretty much hit the spot when he bought me a ring for christmas a couple years ago (even though it wasnt a promise or engagement ring). And he only spent about $120 on it.
This isn't a very good picture of it, but it's all i have because I wasn't a greedy bitch and gave it back to him for his disposal (be it a trashcan or resale) when we broke up.
02-07-2007, 02:38 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by crxmatt2
1. She's good to me, treats me right
2. her grandfather is a multimillionaire who owns a quarry and is 80 yrs old..lol and
3. When she teaches I can get health insurance under her.
So I guess basically I had to kind of give up on the hot *** beautiful blonde thing for someone of some intelligence and down to earth.
2. her grandfather is a multimillionaire who owns a quarry and is 80 yrs old..lol and
3. When she teaches I can get health insurance under her.
So I guess basically I had to kind of give up on the hot *** beautiful blonde thing for someone of some intelligence and down to earth.
2. Solid reason, as long as future wife is on grandpa's good side, and you have time to prove to him you are worth adding to the will.
3. Not a reason to get married, you need to be able to provide that stuff for yourself before you even think about getting married.
That last part sounds like you are "settling" for her, like you'd rather have her brain, inside a hot blonde's body.
What are your ages? Do you have your own carreer established yet? Is your schooling complete? And by that I mean college.
If you just have to get married, then set a date that is like two years away. That will give her time to reveal who she really is, once she thinks she has you "locked in". Chicks change when they feel secure in the fact that you are going to marry them. You'll notice small changes here and there, and you'll notice that she tries to assert her will more often, in her desires for her life, and the way she wants you to be. Chicks look at their men, and think "I can help him to be better". Watch out for those kinds of things. Be yourself, and be open about what you want from her, and what you want from life. It's so much better to decide now that marriage may not be for you, rather than finding out once you are married.
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Craig
02-07-2007, 02:48 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Solid advice Craig.
I've been with my girl for 4 years now, and we like things right where they're at. If you take things slowely, they'll be better in the long run. 2 years is rushing it, in my opinion. Ask your girl why she wants to get married. If it's just for a wedding... get a new chick.
I've been with my girl for 4 years now, and we like things right where they're at. If you take things slowely, they'll be better in the long run. 2 years is rushing it, in my opinion. Ask your girl why she wants to get married. If it's just for a wedding... get a new chick.
02-07-2007, 02:48 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by TunerToys
1. Not a reason to get married. You can get that anywhere. Lots of chicks will treat you right.
2. Solid reason, as long as future wife is on grandpa's good side, and you have time to prove to him you are worth adding to the will.
3. Not a reason to get married, you need to be able to provide that stuff for yourself before you even think about getting married.
That last part sounds like you are "settling" for her, like you'd rather have her brain, inside a hot blonde's body.
What are your ages? Do you have your own carreer established yet? Is your schooling complete? And by that I mean college.
If you just have to get married, then set a date that is like two years away. That will give her time to reveal who she really is, once she thinks she has you "locked in". Chicks change when they feel secure in the fact that you are going to marry them. You'll notice small changes here and there, and you'll notice that she tries to assert her will more often, in her desires for her life, and the way she wants you to be. Chicks look at their men, and think "I can help him to be better". Watch out for those kinds of things. Be yourself, and be open about what you want from her, and what you want from life. It's so much better to decide now that marriage may not be for you, rather than finding out once you are married.
Done,
Craig
2. Solid reason, as long as future wife is on grandpa's good side, and you have time to prove to him you are worth adding to the will.
3. Not a reason to get married, you need to be able to provide that stuff for yourself before you even think about getting married.
That last part sounds like you are "settling" for her, like you'd rather have her brain, inside a hot blonde's body.
What are your ages? Do you have your own carreer established yet? Is your schooling complete? And by that I mean college.
If you just have to get married, then set a date that is like two years away. That will give her time to reveal who she really is, once she thinks she has you "locked in". Chicks change when they feel secure in the fact that you are going to marry them. You'll notice small changes here and there, and you'll notice that she tries to assert her will more often, in her desires for her life, and the way she wants you to be. Chicks look at their men, and think "I can help him to be better". Watch out for those kinds of things. Be yourself, and be open about what you want from her, and what you want from life. It's so much better to decide now that marriage may not be for you, rather than finding out once you are married.
Done,
Craig
02-07-2007, 02:53 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by crxmatt2
Yeah very good points. But if she isn't good enough for me.. then who is? I dont want to be like 30 years old and not be established w/ a family and such.
02-07-2007, 02:57 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by DrSeuss
Prefer to be a 35 yr old divorcee instead?
02-07-2007, 03:32 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by reactone
I spent $2500 at www.diamond.com . It was a .78ct vs1, almost colorless. They come with IGA certificates, which I think is pretty important to get. (your lady will ask for it). Def. worth checking out. Good luck!
theres 3 main things to diamonds...cut color and clarity
pretty sure round has the most facets making it sparkle the most in light
you want a d - e or f colored stone any thing after f is gonna be slightly yellowish and look like ---- unless you're looking for a canary or a pink one but those are some serious cash
clarity is imo is important but not as important as the color
the best is If then vvs1 and 2 then vs1 and 2 and then si theres a couple lesser grades after this but don't even think about it
basically you're better off buying a smaller stone and have it been near flawless and colorless then some big piece of ----
good luck - and i do work with a couple jews in the diamond district in manhattan i could put you in touch with...
oh yeah one last thing, try to buy from a jew, i'm not racist but they have that whole market cornered
02-07-2007, 03:45 PM
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Re: How much do you spend on an engagement ring?
Originally Posted by yayopwrcrx
oh yeah one last thing, try to buy from a jew, i'm not racist but they have that whole market cornered..........
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