Wedding Ring Ideas?

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Calmador

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I'm NOT engaged. Anyways...

Every now or then I think way to far into the future... like naming my future two sons (Abel and Joseph) and think about future stuff. Anyways, it seems some think a simple ring is good, for example, a gold ring only, no diamonds. On the other hand... some girls dig the excessive bling bling, huge diamonds ring. I suppose in the end I'll choose whatever I believe my fiance will like the most according to mt ninja-asking questions around the topic and knowing her in general. That being said, based google searching images, below is the ring I'd like for her. I think it looks classy. I like the big diamond and the stylish designs on the sides.

What do you people think? Suggestions? What do you think would make the best wedding ring? Maybe there are two best wedding wrings? The best simple ring and best bling bling ring? Looking through google images again... sort of made me wonder why I chose this one. I think I was trying to look for something more simple with a big ole diamond.
 

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I AM engaged. Anyways... (I'm sorry, I just chuckled at your first line. Forgive me:p)

I'm not really into the large diamonds, but I think that has less to do with the ring itself and more because I think it would look weird on my small fingers. I've always been more drawn to interesting and intricate designs of the band itself. I prefer a dainty look over a big showy blingy look. I do like the designs on the side of the diamond in that photo.

My fiancé sorta got a preview into my tastes for rings because he got me a promise ring about 6 months before the engagement ring. I was raving about how much I loved the design of the band (it had a pretty, curved design instead of being straight across) and so when he chose my engagement ring he picked something that had a visually interesting band. The diamond is beautiful but it's not too big. Since I like the engagement ring so much and don't feel the need to add anything bulky to it, I plan to wear a simple, thin gold band as the wedding band.

Since you're so into considering these hypothetical rings, have you considered that there are bridal sets of rings? Meaning, an engagement ring and wedding band that are designed to go together, and often they even got together like a puzzle piece and some ladies even have them soldered together after the wedding.
 

Fenner

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My engagement ring is a gold band with a normal size round diamond. Our wedding bands are gold and they have the Irish Claddagh around it. It symbolizes bonds of love, friendship, etc. It's two Hands touching a heart in the middle.
 

Lynx

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Have you ever noticed that when some women get engaged, they start praising God exclusively with their left hands? :D And some songs they start singing a lot louder, too... "He's my ROCK!"

Sorry, couldn't pass it up. Carry on.

On the topic of jewelry, did you know that diamonds became more popular than emeralds and rubies because the lighting in public places was getting better? Sparkle became more noticeable and more important than color.

If a guy's opinion counts for anything in this thread, personally I vote for a ring that has some color. A nice ruby, or a cluster of small rubies, is classy.
 

tourist

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Have you ever noticed that when some women get engaged, they start praising God exclusively with their left hands? :D And some songs they start singing a lot louder, too... "He's my ROCK!"

Sorry, couldn't pass it up. Carry on.

On the topic of jewelry, did you know that diamonds became more popular than emeralds and rubies because the lighting in public places was getting better? Sparkle became more noticeable and more important than color.

If a guy's opinion counts for anything in this thread, personally I vote for a ring that has some color. A nice ruby, or a cluster of small rubies, is classy.
It is probable that a guy's opinion does not count in this thread. I will go with the gold standard and state that diamonds are forever. Sparkle is preferable to color. Regarding color, I gave a girl a mood ring once and it turned her ring finger green. That put her in a bad mood and she dumped me. I have learned from my mistakes.
 

tourist

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I AM engaged. Anyways... (I'm sorry, I just chuckled at your first line. Forgive me:p)

I'm not really into the large diamonds, but I think that has less to do with the ring itself and more because I think it would look weird on my small fingers. I've always been more drawn to interesting and intricate designs of the band itself. I prefer a dainty look over a big showy blingy look. I do like the designs on the side of the diamond in that photo.

My fiancé sorta got a preview into my tastes for rings because he got me a promise ring about 6 months before the engagement ring. I was raving about how much I loved the design of the band (it had a pretty, curved design instead of being straight across) and so when he chose my engagement ring he picked something that had a visually interesting band. The diamond is beautiful but it's not too big. Since I like the engagement ring so much and don't feel the need to add anything bulky to it, I plan to wear a simple, thin gold band as the wedding band.

Since you're so into considering these hypothetical rings, have you considered that there are bridal sets of rings? Meaning, an engagement ring and wedding band that are designed to go together, and often they even got together like a puzzle piece and some ladies even have them soldered together after the wedding.
When I proposed to my late wife I gave her a yellow gold engagement ring that interlocks with the wedding band. Good sized diamond on the engagement ring and little clusters of diamonds on either side of the center piece diamond. It was sort of like a puzzle to get the rings to lock. It sparkled on her ring finger and she was dazzled by it Best investment I ever made. I still have her ring set along with my wedding band as there is no longer a need to wear it.
 

Roh_Chris

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Most people have no clue that diamond is not really an investment. Nor is it really a precious stone. All this was a marketing ploy from De Beers to increase their sales. And today it has turned into a culture. I don't mean to start a conspiracy theory. What I am saying is true. You can find more information on this, here - http://blog.priceonomics.com/post/45768546804/diamonds-are-bullshit (Please pardon the inappropriate the word in the link, I am only sharing some information).

Myth-busters aside, personally, I would like to gift her a platinum ring with a diamond solitaire. The design would be elegant and classy. Maybe something like this -



Other options for the stones are sapphire or ruby.
 

cinder

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For the actual wedding ring, I think something along the lines of it's a forever commitment that you never take a break from. Rings are impractical, get caught on things, and are far too easy to take off. So I am in favor of the wedding band tattoo. Get each other's names tattooed around your ring fingers or something like that. I'll leave it up to you guys to determine how serious I am about that and how much that is just my crazy mind at work.


PS. If anyone actually does this, I want to see the pics.
 

Pipp

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Lol cinder....wouldn't have to worry about him slipping it off and pretending to be single...
 

Pipp

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I have no expectations concerning rings. My birthstone is ruby which it beautiful, diamonds are lovely as are all "precious" stones. :)
 

tourist

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Most people have no clue that diamond is not really an investment. Nor is it really a precious stone. All this was a marketing ploy from De Beers to increase their sales. And today it has turned into a culture. I don't mean to start a conspiracy theory. What I am saying is true. You can find more information on this, here - http://blog.priceonomics.com/post/45768546804/diamonds-are-bullshit (Please pardon the inappropriate the word in the link, I am only sharing some information).

Myth-busters aside, personally, I would like to gift her a platinum ring with a diamond solitaire. The design would be elegant and classy. Maybe something like this -



Other options for the stones are sapphire or ruby.
This selection is most acceptable and your taste impeccable. One thing though, a diamond is a definite investment with high dividends. Think long term, my friend.
 

Roh_Chris

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This selection is most acceptable and your taste impeccable. One thing though, a diamond is a definite investment with high dividends. Think long term, my friend.
Thank you, my brother. Could you clarify in which sense were you talking of the investment (financial, romance, spiritual, etc.)? I don't think diamond rings are a financial investment. But they're a beautiful investment of love and togetherness. :)
 
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oldernotwiser

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Most people have no clue that diamond is not really an investment. Nor is it really a precious stone. All this was a marketing ploy from De Beers to increase their sales. And today it has turned into a culture. I don't mean to start a conspiracy theory. What I am saying is true. You can find more information on this, here - http://blog.priceonomics.com/post/45768546804/diamonds-are-bullshit (Please pardon the inappropriate the word in the link, I am only sharing some information).

Myth-busters aside, personally, I would like to gift her a platinum ring with a diamond solitaire. The design would be elegant and classy. Maybe something like this -



Other options for the stones are sapphire or ruby.
another thing we might think about. most diamonds have blood on them. they are either mined by workers who have rather short difficult lives, or are part of the currency that has funded the chaos in africa for many years.
 

Lynx

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For the actual wedding ring, I think something along the lines of it's a forever commitment that you never take a break from. Rings are impractical, get caught on things, and are far too easy to take off. So I am in favor of the wedding band tattoo. Get each other's names tattooed around your ring fingers or something like that. I'll leave it up to you guys to determine how serious I am about that and how much that is just my crazy mind at work.


PS. If anyone actually does this, I want to see the pics.
The first thought is, "What if they divorce?" But if you go into a marriage thinking "I don't want to make this permanent because we might get a divorce" you probably will eventually split up. I vote for the ring tattoo. :D
 
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amymine712

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I like simple and sturdy so my first choice is the gold band. practical, pretty, and shows my faith.
my second choice is something my delicate with a little bling and wallet friendly.
 
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amymine712

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and for something not cost effective

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Oncefallen

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For the actual wedding ring, I think something along the lines of it's a forever commitment that you never take a break from. Rings are impractical, get caught on things, and are far too easy to take off. So I am in favor of the wedding band tattoo. Get each other's names tattooed around your ring fingers or something like that. I'll leave it up to you guys to determine how serious I am about that and how much that is just my crazy mind at work.


PS. If anyone actually does this, I want to see the pics.
The first thought is, "What if they divorce?" But if you go into a marriage thinking "I don't want to make this permanent because we might get a divorce" you probably will eventually split up. I vote for the ring tattoo. :D
One of the young men that works for me opted for the tattooed wedding ring. He's kind of regretting it now since his wife bailed out on him a few months ago.
 

Roh_Chris

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another thing we might think about. most diamonds have blood on them. they are either mined by workers who have rather short difficult lives, or are part of the currency that has funded the chaos in africa for many years.
Reminds me of the movie Blood Diamond.

A couple of years back I read somewhere that some retailers have created a 'clean' supply chain which is without these conflict diamonds. I do not remember the source of this information. I think they were talking about some mark on the diamond which certifies that it is clean.
 
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One of the young men that works for me opted for the tattooed wedding ring. He's kind of regretting it now since his wife bailed out on him a few months ago.
Yeah, that's why I wouldn't get a tattoo. Isn't the ring a symbol of your spouse's commitment to you, and not the other way around? "I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and commitment..."

We are only responsible for our side of the commitment. I'd rather the ring be removable because if the other party decides to not follow through on their commitment, the symbol of their commitment can be removed. All that said...I don't go into marriage with the expectation that that will happen.