Engagement ring problem?

Question

I'm wondering if I should buy what I think is nice and within my budget. Or maybe pick something out that's somewhat inexpensive. That can be returned for an upgrade and we can both go together and choose something nice.

I just want to do this right and with no regrets.

Answer 1

Let her know what your budget is, and then go shopping together. Zales is one of my absolute favorite places.  They have beautiful jewelry and they also offer payment plans that are pretty affordable.  Good luck!!!

Answer 2

I personally think that price doesnt matter its what you feel and like that counts.  If i liked an engagement ring that was only say 20pounds id have it with no regrets whatsoever because it's what i desired,  I personally dont see the point in paying grands for an engagement ring, it's only a material possession isnt it?  I think that the gift of your love is a much more expensive desire dont you?

Anyway just chose whichever ring you think is suited to you or your partner,  it's the thoughtfulness of choosing that really counts, not the cost.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

You have it right.  Stay within your budget.  There are alot of things you will need money for after you are married.  Plus, there are alot of nice rings out there that are inexpensive.  Just go to the jeweler and explain what you can afford.  They will help you out.  Remember, it isn't how much you spend on the ring it is the meaning behind it.  She will love it no matter what because you picked it out yourself and because your not just giving it to her as a gift you are asking her to be with you forever.  If my husband spent 100 dollars on a ring or if he spent 1000s it would not have mattered to me.  To this day I have no clue what he spent.  I wear the ring proudly and I never take it off.

Answer 5

Nice and within budget, because if it's too inexpensive she'll feel like you just got it because it was cheap.

Answer 6

get something that is nice and within budget.  it's important that she feels special when you give her the ring.  if you get something too inexpensive she might feel as though it wasn't quite worth it enough to you.  that is the last thing you want to do.  don't blow your budget trying to get a nice ring. that just leaves debt. i think she might just be so shocked about you asking the question to actually pay attention.  do something cute and be creative when you ask her. this is something she'll remember the rest of her life.

Answer 7

I know a lot of men are concerned with picking something that is within their budget, but also something their btb will love.  Because of this, most jewelry stores will help you pick out a stone within your price range and place it in a temporary setting.  This way, you already have the diamond (which is the most expensive part) to propose and surprise her with, and you can return with your fiance and have her pick out the ring of her dreams!!!

Answer 8

if she loves you, she wont care!

Answer 9

I would like my boyfriend to get me the ring he finds nice and within his budget...I wouldn't want to upgrade..unless your girlfriend is that materialistic you should already know what she would like...good luck

Answer 10

Go for both what is within your budget, and what you know she would love. The ring that you actually propose with is pretty difficult to let go of for an "upgrade",  because it MEANS something.

Answer 11

nice and in your budget.. u dont wanna be cheap.. this is gonna be your wife after all!!

Answer 12

I took a very active role in selecting my engagement ring.  If it's something I'm going to wear for the rest of my life, I want to make sure it's perfect.  I selected the ring, and he purchased it: I didn't know when or where he was going to propose, so it was a surprise.

A friend of my proposed to his girlfriend with a piece of costume jewelry--and then later, took her with him to pick out her ring.  I thought this was a lovely way to do it if you wanted her to be blindesided.

If you don't think you'd be able to select something she'd love, it's best to just let her pick it out.

That said, there are a number of things you can do to help you pick something she'd like.  First, consult her mother.  Does she want something modern?  Traditional? Glitsy? Vintage?  

If you're unsure, pick her favorite piece of jewelry from her jewelry box and take it to the jeweler--you may even bring three or four pieces... tell the jeweler that these are pieces she wears typically, and you'd like a ring that reflects those styles.

If you're still unsure, you might ask her how she'd describe her fashion sense and what catches her eye.  I wouldn't catch on at all if my boyfriend started throwing stuff out like that.  I'd think he's picking me out a sweater.

And if you still feel uncomfortable, it's probably just safe to let her pick it out.

Don't opt for an exchange.  She'd feel awkward telling you she doesn't care for the ring you selected.

Good luck and congratulations.

Answer 13

Always buy within your own budget...

And remember that you dont necessarily have to propose with a ring, you could buy a plastic/toy ring for the proposal to make it fun and then go ring shopping the next day.