Engagement Rings

There are many ways to cut back on wedding stuff so it's not that expensive. I know a lot of women want the over the top things for there wedding but the only people that will remember that day is going to be you and him so it doesn't need to be prefect at all just something you both can live with. I saved tons of money by just getting married through the court and it only coasted about $35 where I lived and it was better then whole big thing for me and my husband. We just had family that was it and planned on a big later one which will coast least since we are already married we don't need to get all that legal stuff to go married since we are married.

We were also considering a court wedding since it's pretty much less expensive. But I am a firm believer in God, and I insisted on a small chapel wedding at least. It will cost us a little more than a court wedding, but I think it is also affordable. We'll spend about $150 or less for the marriage license, pastor, and marriage certificate. We are planning on a small gathering as well with only immediate family and close friends. But when we are better settled in, we'd like to have a big church wedding but not too extravagant.. just want to involve other friends and family. Our thoughts are similar, I hope your big wedding later on is just as great as or even better than your court wedding. =)

Thanks for your response. I see, my engagement ring is pretty simple also. The center diamond's not that big either, and it's a typical design for an engagement ring. I didn't want my fiance to spend too much on it because we're not that well-off yet. But I said that if he really wants to get me a pricier and better quality ring, we can just wait until we're more stable and can afford that kind of ring later on. We are pretty much financially stable right now, but I really want to save up more. My wedding band actually came as a set with the engagement ring. And his wedding band is a plain white gold band. At first, I didn't even want an engagement ring, so that he could spend a little more towards the wedding band. But we were able to get a good deal for a set. And I guess, I would be one of the kinds who wants to wear a wedding ring to show people that I'm taken and definitely committed. I also told him that he should be glad I want to wear one, so that it's also his assurance that I'm seriously committed to him... and I'm not apprehensive to let others know as well. =)

Oh, I think it really depends on the couple and what their preferences are. My husband proposed to me with a small diamond ring he got from Walmart. When we bought our wedding rings, we chose a pair of plain white gold bands and I think they suit us perfectly.

Thanks for both of your responses. That sounds like a good idea, LovingMyBabies. My fiance and I are also thinking of doing something similar. We spent a few hundred for my engagement and wedding set now; and when we're better off later and celebrating our 10 year wedding anniversary or something, then we'll spend a little more than what we've spent now. My fiance got himself a simple wedding band from Sears, very plain and simple, because he isn't as picky as I am. Hehe.

Thanks for your response. I think I have to agree with you on that. Economic hardships are everywhere these days, and I have to say I'm very blessed to have such an opportunity. And I am so thankful to experience what others have experienced. It's like a dream come true, a fairy tale turned into reality. I believe that the engagement ring is significant to my relationship, but I know that the promise is what brings out that significance more so than anything else. I wish this kind of love and happiness on anyone and everyone, everywhere.

Thanks for your response and the congratulations! Yep, I was actually only planning on having just the wedding band. But my fiance insisted that we get me an engagement ring as well... so that for the time-being before the wedding, I can already have a symbol that I'm taken and on the way to the altar. And I first I insisted I didn't really need or want one too badly, but he insisted. So I agreed to at least look with him.. and lo & behold, we were able to find a wedding set with the engagement and wedding band for me at a pretty reasonable and affordable price. We were able to catch Black Friday sales; so if ever or whenever that time comes for you, hopefully you can get a good deal for the price of one. =P

Thanks for your response. Yes, I do love the ring I have. I am more than comfortable with it because of what it symbolizes most, the love that my fiance and I share. And yes, it is definitely affordable. I don't want to get something beyond our means. I'd rather have a not-so-pricey ring than have a very expensive ring and run into financial troubles. I wouldn't let something like that jeopardize our marriage and overall relationship. Thanks for your well-wishes. I appreciate it. =)

Thanks for your response. Yes, I think you're right that it really doesn't matter whether there is an engagement ring or wedding ring. But I guess it's pretty much been accepted throughout most of the world, something like a tradition. So much so that when I tell my friends whom I haven't seen in a while that I'm engaged, they tell me congratulations.. and then ask to see my ring right after. So in my case, I'm guessing I can say that it's more for followed tradition. It's something that many people in my culture accept and are accustomed to.

Thanks for your response and the congratulations! Yes, it is a pretty happy time. And I agree with you that the rings are not necessary, but they're kind of a tradition. Also, it's a nice addition to my jewelry collection.. but of course, they hold much more meaning than all the rest. Oh, for our engagement, my fiance and I had actually already been discussing it prior to his formally asking me. I even went with him to pick the ring actually, and it was up to him on when he wanted to ask me. =)

Thanks for your response. I agree with you that the rings are a symbol of our love for one another. They're a reminder that we've made a commitment to each other for the rest of our lives.

Thanks for your response. Yes, that is true. The price of the ring isn't really the main point, so just as long as the thought is there. It's the love that the ring represents that is the most important symbol. And yup, I often do actually catch myself staring at the engagement ring every now and then.. and I miss him all over again. Without it, I already have him on my mind. But with it, I think the chances increase because it's on my hand. Other people also notice and ask me about it. So it definitely is a symbol of his love for me, and also me wearing it is a favor to him that I am willing to wear it and show it off to others that I've made a commitment to him.

Thanks for your response and the congratulations! Yes, just wait for your time. Don't rush things if you're not ready for marriage. Even up till now, sometimes, I can't help but think that I'm really engaged. It's actually very life-changing because I've made a commitment to my fiance, and he's made a commitment to me. But the kind of disbelief I have that this is really happening to me.. is a very exciting one. I would totally wish this kind of happiness on anyone and everyone. It's a great experience to find THE ONE who I want to spend my life with and who also wants to spend his life with me in return.