Engagement Ring Etiquette
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reallynow
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It was important to me in terms of style, not size (although my DH did dern good)
. We went looking together so that he could make an informed decision when the time came and I am very happy. I have a girlfriend who did not like her ring at all (it was a bit, uh different) and she sucked it up and didn't say anything. I'm not really sure what you would say, but on the other hand if you are a communicating couple you should be able to at least talk about it?!? 
erplexed
. We went looking together so that he could make an informed decision when the time came and I am very happy. I have a girlfriend who did not like her ring at all (it was a bit, uh different) and she sucked it up and didn't say anything. I'm not really sure what you would say, but on the other hand if you are a communicating couple you should be able to at least talk about it?!? erplexed
I'd like to be surprised. I know, I know, I'm an optimist 
If my SO picked a ring I hated, then I wouldn't keep quiet. But I don't like the idea of shopping for rings together and neither does he. He knows I like round, simple, classic over princess, elaborate and art-deco or vintage. But I don't want to pick it out myself, I want to be surprised
ETA: The ring itself is very important to me. For me it's a tangible promise of a lifetime together, you know? I'm not set on a certain size but my heart would be broken to get a proposal with no ring. Maybe I'm brainwashed.
If my SO picked a ring I hated, then I wouldn't keep quiet. But I don't like the idea of shopping for rings together and neither does he. He knows I like round, simple, classic over princess, elaborate and art-deco or vintage. But I don't want to pick it out myself, I want to be surprised
ETA: The ring itself is very important to me. For me it's a tangible promise of a lifetime together, you know? I'm not set on a certain size but my heart would be broken to get a proposal with no ring. Maybe I'm brainwashed.
cocoberry10
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chiprecious
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I emailed him a pic of the ring I want and he went and got it.
I love my ring.
I personally think its the way to go unless your man is VERY keen on your personal style while at the same time researching a quality ring! Plus some men like to get stuff THEY like. It's not about them!
I love my ring.
I personally think its the way to go unless your man is VERY keen on your personal style while at the same time researching a quality ring! Plus some men like to get stuff THEY like. It's not about them!
CurliDiva
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Most of my married friends said that they looked at rings together, so the guy would have a clue about which style of ring to buy. Only one friend hated the ring her man chosen, and returned it for a different one.
I personally don't know enough about diamond rings, so I would want to shop so I pick a style that I liked.
I personally don't know enough about diamond rings, so I would want to shop so I pick a style that I liked.
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Blackoutzangel05
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We went and viewed rings together. He knew that I really wanted a 3 stone ring, so we went to various jewelers and I tried on a few. The ring that he brought me, he picked out but it was based on ones that we have tried on while we were out.
foxxymami
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Do the guys a favor, help them out, go with them to pick out what you will be wearing for the "rest of your life". Both of you will appreciate it in the end. Be sure to go back for upgrades every few years 
for anniversaries and stuff. Some people outgrow jewelry like babies outgrow shoes. j/k
for anniversaries and stuff. Some people outgrow jewelry like babies outgrow shoes. j/ksugarbelle
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That is such a cute idea
I like this idea also. I have already told my closest friends the type of ring that I like just in case he goes to them for guidance. I like what I like and want what I want.
Mamita
Back to basics
wow u saying this now u scaring me, my fiancee being in NJ i can't show him, BUT he says he has excellent taste... we'll see lol I'll let yall know, but really, i mean i don't se emyself HATING a ring my baby'll give me, i have looked at a lot of rings by myself, but haven't flashed on any in particular, just a couple shapes like pear or whatever i don't like, but the rest, anything my baby will get me i'll be happy with it and i'll cherish it!!
spelmanlocks
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I am going to let my bf pick the ring because I want to be surprised. Even if I don't like it I doubt I'd say anything because I'd be so overjoyed that we are getting married. Plus I wouldn't want to hurt his feelings, because I know he'd be hurt if he put a lot of effort into finding the right ring and then I rejected it.
But I am sure I'll like whatever he buys me since he bought me a really nice promise ring.
january noir
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I don't think it matters; do what works for you. I would want to be "surprised" eventually, but it couldn't hurt to articulate the type, size, style of a an engagement ring you would like.
Bint Yusef
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I agree with this.
Nella
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Good thread!!!! I know my proposal is coming soon. I know he has already picked the ring but, I don't know what he picked. I have a feeling deep down though, that he got the one I put on my vision board. I have hopes that is three stone diamond ring and of course I want diamonds on the wedding band. We never discussed the style of ring but, I'm still happy and I don't think I will be disappointed at all.
I love him and I can't wait to be able to come back and show you all the engagement ring after the big proposal. It's driving me crazy sitting here waiting!
I love him and I can't wait to be able to come back and show you all the engagement ring after the big proposal. It's driving me crazy sitting here waiting!
january noir
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alexstin
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Do the guys a favor, help them out, go with them to pick out what you will be wearing for the "rest of your life". Both of you will appreciate it in the end. Be sure to go back for upgrades every few years
I'm on my 3rd ring
Dh says it's my last. I really love this ring though so I can imagine having it forever.
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HollyGolightly1982
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I casually mentioned to my FI that I really liked a specfic style of engagement rings. When the time came he bought exactly what I wanted.
Nella
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Thanks a bunch! It is indeed a pain to have to wait but, I know it will be well worth it.
facets
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I'm on my 3rd ring
last ring??!! <plugs ears and goes lalalalalalalalala> no such thing!
I picked/pick my own. I'd prolly trust him now since he's seen what I go crazy for but OTOH he knows I'm so picky that he'd need some examples at least. So much for the element of surprise.
Chanel's Tresses
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I emailed him a pic of the ring I want and he went and got it.
I love my ring.
I personally think its the way to go unless your man is VERY keen on your personal style while at the same time researching a quality ring! Plus some men like to get stuff THEY like. It's not about them!
Too Funny
. I also emailed a pic of a few rings I like to my SO. Lets hope he didn't delete those e-mails. I think he has an idea of the kind of rings I like and I can imagine him getting help from my mom or my friends.
alexstin
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last ring??!! <plugs ears and goes lalalalalalalalala> no such thing!
I picked/pick my own. I'd prolly trust him now since he's seen what I go crazy for but OTOH he knows I'm so picky that he'd need some examples at least. So much for the element of surprise.
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