Top 5 reasons why you love your ring....

[NewEnglandLady]

This post is so sweet! I love that despite this being a diamond forum, the top reasons for everybody is the sentimentality.

1. I love what my ring represents--for us, the journey from D buying the ring to the point where it was on my finger was a real "growth" period--but I love that the ring was with him, quite literally, every step of the way.
2. I love thinking about this ring being past down to my grandkids one day. I might buy another ring down the road, but I will always keep this one just as it is.
3. I love that my ring was a recreation of a design the jeweler had in the 1930s--I feel like in some ways I was lucky to have a great art deco piece, but also to be able to choose my stone.
4. I love that D and I both loved the same cut--I love the smooth, clean lines of a step cut and Dan loves the "infinite mirrors" effect--we both feel that in a cheesy way it represents our relationship in that it seems to go on for infinity.
5. I love my e-ring as part of a set--my wedding band and even the sapphire spacer are all very sentimental and symbolic to me.

 

[NewEnglandLady]

shoot, I forgot a pic.

 

[musey]

Date: 5/2/2008 4:42:16 PM
Author: SanDiegoLady

Date: 5/2/2008 4:29:02 PM
Author: musey
I wouldn''t talk about this to anyone in ''real life'' besides FI. However, that''s the beauty of a well-moderated forum like this... anonymity gives you the chance to gush without having to feel embarrassed, because presumably the only people who read your gushing are those who won''t be bothered by it--all others will glance at the thread and then simply move along because they find it, as you said, ''gagworthy.''

Of course, there are always the special few who like to pass a little judgment, rather than respectfully ignoring that which bugs them.

I promise I''m not passing judgment.. I''ll be the first to admit, I talk about jewelry oh, REAL often to uh.. everyone who knows me.

I respectfully disagree, there is little very little gagworthy on this site.

Was this for me?? Or Diamondgirly? I''m confused. I''m on "our" side...

 

[musey]

Date: 5/2/2008 4:40:23 PM
Author: DiamondGirly
I would just always rather socialize with my friends than rack up thousands of posts on an online forum.

I am not passing judgment on anyone. I said before, to each their own. I just think its sad that so many people interact on the internet rather than in person. Unless you''re homebound or something I just think it''s somewhat antisocial.

I would love to spend the time I spend on PS with my friends. However, I have a weird work schedule which often requires my working 18-20hour days, with LONG breaks during which I can either (a) gorge myself at the craft service table (not figure friendly) or (b) pass time on the internet or reading (comparatively figure friendly).

I highly doubt most of the regular posters here choose interaction over the internet over in-person socialization. It''s not like they''re mutually exclusive.

 

[musey]

Date: 5/2/2008 5:40:11 PM
Author: SanDiegoLady

Date: 5/2/2008 5:37:36 PM
Author: musey

Date: 5/2/2008 4:42:16 PM
Author: SanDiegoLady

Date: 5/2/2008 4:29:02 PM
Author: musey
I wouldn't talk about this to anyone in 'real life' besides FI. However, that's the beauty of a well-moderated forum like this... anonymity gives you the chance to gush without having to feel embarrassed, because presumably the only people who read your gushing are those who won't be bothered by it--all others will glance at the thread and then simply move along because they find it, as you said, 'gagworthy.'

Of course, there are always the special few who like to pass a little judgment, rather than respectfully ignoring that which bugs them.

I promise I'm not passing judgment.. I'll be the first to admit, I talk about jewelry oh, REAL often to uh.. everyone who knows me.

I respectfully disagree, there is little very little gagworthy on this site.

Was this for me?? Or Diamondgirly? I'm confused. I'm on 'our' side...

I was just clarifying sweetie.. I swear. I don't want anyone thinking I was casting judgement on anyone. This is too great a place and I wouldn't want that perception of me.. hugs.

I don't see the point of replying to the other, its just a little pointless.

The 'passing judgment' remark I made was very pointedly directed at DiamondGirly. I don't think anyone would ever assume you'd be passing judgment, SDL, you're too much of a sweetie!

 

[Ice Princess Cristy]

1. He picked it out and popped the question as a 100% surprise to me!!!! He did great and was soooo nervous! It reminds me of that day!

2. We have upgraded the diamond from .15 so it reminds me how far we have come since then, living in a small rented condo and not sure where we were headed.... TOGETHER!!!

3. He has always been very proud of his marriage, the ring and our lives and seeing the ring makes him think of that

4. I was in a dysfunctional relationship prior to DH and never had an ering or wedding ring with diamonds, had never thought I ever would..... so it symbolizes how drastically positive and beautiful my life changed with DH

5. It sparkles a TON and that makes me smile!!!!

 

[diamondfan]

WARNING THIS MIGHT BE MUSHY

1. I love that when I think about our long years of marriage, we have come far and I have this really special ring to show for it.

2. I love that my hubby knew it mattered to me to have this ring and was willing to upgrade...to make me happy.

3. I love that I get compliments on it still, because I still think it rocks.

4. I love that it is classic and though there are so many lovely styles I see and have a pang about from time to time (especially halos) I know I will always love it because it will always look right to me.

5. I love the elegance of the emerald cut and am happy to have one now.

And PS for Diamondgirly, this site is about so much more than diamonds. Read about people looking for advice on trips or when moving to a new city. Or someone being able to come here BECAUSE it is less threatening, maybe to discuss an abusive relationship they are hesitant to discuss in real life. I for one hope over the times I have posted that I have been helpful somewhere to someone. There are some really great people here. If I get to read some "mushy"
stuff and hear excitement that someone is engaged and loves their man and their ring, I do it happily.

I am very busy and have lots of friends, some of whom love bling as much as I do. I have a busy social life with those friends and my hubby and various charities we are involved with. I also have three kids and spend a lot of time with them. I find it offensive for you to make remarks like you did, as they are based on really erroneous assumptions and I know, as I have a busy life, so do the majority of posters here. I happen to have insomnia so I love coming here at night and reading a variety of posts. If you find it to be odd or whatnot, maybe this is not the place for you to be posting, in the least, if you feel that way, it is not really important for you to say it. You signed up and chose to post a reply, you did not have to do so on this or any other thread.

 

[Elmorton]

1. I love my rings because when I look at them, I have the same feeling as when I see DH (How on earth did we get here? And how did I get so lucky to find such an amazing man?). I'd feel that no matter what I had on my finger, though.
2. I love that my ring reflects both DH's and my tastes...it took us forever to find a setting that spoke to both of us (simple, classic, different), but it took a nanosecond for DH to see why I was in love with ECs - he didn't like other cuts, either.
3. I love that it is unique - my w-band doesn't match my ring, my setting has been discontinued, and I don't think many people would put an EC in it anyway...I will probably go a lifetime without ever seeing someone who has my same set.
4. I love having the best of both worlds - the amazing steps of an EC and the disco glitter of the rounds in my w-band
5. When DH picked up the ring, the jeweler looked at it and said "wow, this thing has nothing to hide" (the setting allows max viewing of the stone, in ECs it's hard to hide inclusions). I like that as a metaphor.

P.S. - I agree that this thread is mushy, but that's certainly not a bad thing! IRL no, I don't go talking about my ring like this, but among jewelery lovers, it's a fun little question. And yes, this topic might be better suited for the hangout section, not SMTR, but I'm enjoying being able to read the explanation/see the rings in the same place. That's fun

 

[Circe]

Heh, fun topic!

1) I love that we got it together: it''s synechdoche for how our relationship works.

2) I love the fact that my stone''s from Russia, and that the setting''s vintage, and that the both of them happened to be hanging out together - we picked the setting when the dealer balked at my idea of a custom bezel setting in rose gold. He just poured a huge bag of settings out onto the counter, and this one winked up at us ... and happened to be a perfect fit! Ah, serendipity.

3) I love the warmth of the stone: I seriously never get tired of admiring the rainbows it shoots out.

4) I also seriously never get tired of watching The Hubs crack up when he catches me at it.

5) I love the fact that reading up on it led me here! Again, seriously - all my years of loving gems and jewelry, and I never knew about this place until *after* we bought the ring and I started getting curious about how other people felt about theirs ....

 

[Tuckins1]

The top 5 reasons that I love my ring are:
1. My honey picked it out himself
2. It sparkles A LOT!!!
3. I love the look on my husband''s face when I stare at it (and the smile on his face when strangers compliment it!)
4. The whole store was on sale at the time, so we got way more for our money!!!
5. Every time I look at it I remember how much I love him

 

[Tuckins1]

Ooops! Let''s try that picture again...

 

[alli_esq]

What a great thread!!

1. I love looking at my ring because it reminds me that my best friend ACTUALLY wants to MARRY me! Gah, that''s so exciting

2. It''s sleek and sophisticated and so super sparkly

3. It reminds me that my FI went shopping with my mom (my other best friend) to get something so special for me.
4. I can wear it while I''m sitting in my pjs studying and I still feel dressy and pretty.
5. It makes me stomach do flipflops when I think about how he proposed and shocked me, when I wasn''t expecting it for months and months...and how important it was to him to make me feel special.

 

[Selkie]

Five reasons why I love my ring:

1. When J first brought up getting engaged and possible rings, we almost simultaneously said "It should have a sapphire in it." Without ever having discussed jewelry before.

2. When he gave it to me, after almost six years of being in a relationship and struggling with (my) commitment issues, I was finally ready to accept everything it symbolized.

3. I like having a setting with a "history." The setting itself is new but the design is vintage, and atypical of many modern styles.

4. After finding out the heirloom diamonds I wanted to use for the side-stones were too small for the setting, I trusted the jeweler to find acceptable substitutes. And even though they're only .25ct each, they are beautifully cut and very sparkly.

5. The carving on my rings fascinates me, and despite its delicate appearance, it has such heft and solidity to it.

 

[Selkie]

Um, yeah.

 

[hairgirl95]

OOH I love this!! Heres my list:

1. Everytime I see it, my heart jumps because I love my husband to pieces, and my ring is the outward symbol of our love.

2. I have put many hours and $$$ into tweaking and upgrading to create the perfect ring for me.

3. I watch my husband smile with pride when people compliment my ring.

4. My ring also symbolizes all the good and bad times my husband and I have been through.

5. Someday, my ring will be passed on down to my daughter/dil (whichever sex child I get!) and the story of my engagement and marriage will be passed down with it.

 

[samii]

What a fabulous post... a lovely reminder that our rings are a symbol and not just materialistic rocks. I love my ring because:

1. It was given to me my gorgeous FI, and symbolises our journey together.

2. It sparkles like crazy and I never get tired of looking at it - I get tonnes of compliments on it.

3. I love the contrast between the Crisscut emerald and the round brilliants - it is the best of both worlds for me.

4. I love that there is a story behind us finding it in Portland, and that he tells the details of the design to people with such pride. I also love that is was chosen as a whole piece just the way it was - perfect (even the correct size). It just seemed like fate and didn''t have anything to do with specs or price.

5. It is unique to me, as Crisscuts aren''t sold in Australia that I''ve seen so most people that I know will never see another one anything like it.

And I know that there is only 5, but last night we were at a function with my FI''s staff and one of them came up to me and said "Your ring is absolutely breathtaking, but more than that it is so beautfiful that you obviously really appreciate it". I thought that was so sweet and made my night.

 

[rainydaze]

Date: 5/2/2008 11:58:12 PM
Author: alli_esq
What a great thread!!

1. I love looking at my ring because it reminds me that my best friend ACTUALLY wants to MARRY me! Gah, that''s so exciting

2. It''s sleek and sophisticated and so super sparkly

3. It reminds me that my FI went shopping with my mom (my other best friend) to get something so special for me.
4. I can wear it while I''m sitting in my pjs studying and I still feel dressy and pretty.
5. It makes me stomach do flipflops when I think about how he proposed and shocked me, when I wasn''t expecting it for months and months...and how important it was to him to make me feel special.

alli i especially love #4 - so true!

 

[blinkydoll]

Date: 5/2/2008 12:49:04 PM
Author: surfgirl
Why do I love my ring? Because:


1. When I look at my hand I still giggle thinking, 'Hey, we got married!' and I realize that I really did find 'the one' for me, and that blows me away and makes me remember how lucky I am.


2. It's the only ering he's ever looked at and said, 'Holy crap, that's amazing!'


3. Looking at my rings makes me remember our beautiful wedding day.


4. When I talked about getting something less expensive and smaller, he said 'No, I made you wait a long time and I want you to have an 'upgrade' ring that most women might be getting after being married as many years as we've been together...'

5. He still gets a dopey grin on his face when we're out to dinner or something, and I catch him looking at my ring and he'll say, 'Wow. That thing is amazing. Look at it, it's blinding me...' then he smiles like he's really really pleased with himself, and he looks adorable when he does that. Like a big dog that just brought his owner his most special toy

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SURFGIRL---- (sorry if this is a highjack?) Did you post any pics of your Tiff band yet?> I was just curious

I have been in love with your set ever since you posted them. (I have been thinking ab getting a 2mm Plat Tiffany Band to wear when i am not wearing any other rings. I was just wondering if you ever end up wearing it with your precious and what that would look like???



okie If I may contribute:

Top 5 reasons I Love my ring
1- Bec my Fi put allot of thought into this ring--both time *10 years*... and the effort he made for me to have such a lovely
2- It represents the commitment we have to eachother
3- It has family history --my great grandmother's diamond
4- Its was the setting I thought i could NEVER have-- and my Fi thought i deserved it!

and he loves this ring toooo!!---i think I was shaking when i first tried it on (how silly..lol needless to say-- diamond don't intimidate me anymore--lol)
5-It makes him smile and walk taller when people compliment my ring--- hehe it's soo cute
*Bonus number *6* -It looks great on my finger

And it began my appreciation for the wonderful world of real jewelry!

 

[blinkydoll]

THANKY!

side view

 

[purrfectpear]

1. I earned it myself.

2. People constantly grab my hand and think it''s 3 carats (pears face up a lot larger than other shapes, and it''s BIG for the midwest)

3. There was no waiting, no hoping, no longing. I just ordered it and here it is.

4. I''ve been married more than once and had multiple fiances (and rings), but I love this best.

5. There''s something to be said for independence and treating yourself well.

Not to take anything away from all the lovely LIW and happily engaged and married ladies

 

[emilina22]

hmmmm...lets see

i love my ring because....

1. M designed it by him self (from picking the stone to the whole setting)
2. M gave it to me with out any reservations (he was super exited to propose)
3. Its super unique and (at least in our social group) i dont see anything like it
4. It sparkles like crazy and it always catches my eye (which makes me think of M!)
5. It literally was the ring of my dreams!!

 

[emilina22]

double post sorry

 

[surfgirl]

Date: 5/3/2008 11:11:50 AM
Author: blinkydoll

SURFGIRL---- (sorry if this is a highjack?) Did you post any pics of your Tiff band yet?> I was just curious

I have been in love with your set ever since you posted them. (I have been thinking ab getting a 2mm Plat Tiffany Band to wear when i am not wearing any other rings. I was just wondering if you ever end up wearing it with your precious and what that would look like???

blinky, I haven't posted photos of that ring yet but I'll try to do that for you this weekend, thanks for asking!

GemALLogist, thanks for the kind words...Yes there are a plethora of stories, but it'd probably bore you to tears!

 

[tberube]

Okay I'll play!

BESIDES the fact that my fiance gave it to me and it was the best, most meaningful gift I have ever received from him that symbolizes our love perfectly and all that:

1. the setting is different from any that I've seen around me - and literally the most beautiful setting I have ever seen to date (and also relatively easy on FI's wallet!)
2. I picked the setting and FI picked the diamond...so it's a great sort of meaningful conglomeration between FI and I. A little bit of him and a little bit of me.
3. it's a good mix of vintage and modern, ornate and simple.
4. The diamond is an Emerald cut, which is how they traditionally cut emeralds...my birthstone.
5. it has enough sparkle to be blingy, but it's not ostentatious...which fits my personality pretty well.

 

[Skippy123]

1. My hubby and I picked it out together.
2. My hubby says it sparkles lots when we are in the car.
3. It captures my attention still in a wonderful lighting, etc.
4. People compliment me on how beautiful and how much it sparkles.
5. That my sweet hubby bought it for me and it is unique.

 

[bee*]

Your ring is beautiful Skippy

 

[Skippy123]

Date: 5/3/2008 12:43:45 PM
Author: bee*
Your ring is beautiful Skippy

Ahhh, thank you Bee xoxox!!!

I love your Tiffany Novo!

 

[Selkie]

Skippy, I love those shots of your ring! Sooo pretty!!

 

[04diamond<3]

Date: 5/2/2008 3:34:23 PM
Author: canuk-gal

Date: 5/2/2008 2:54:17 PM

Author: DiamondGirly

Date: 5/2/2008 2:52:12 PM

Author: rainydaze

Date: 5/2/2008 2:40:24 PM

Author: DiamondGirly

this is a bit gagworthy. i guess it''s nice but strange to me to talk about this on the web

I just meant it is a bit mushy and I''d really only talk about things like this with my BF or my close close friends. To each their own

HI:


This is a public forum, therefore participation is voluntary. Feel free not to make a comment if it doesn''t suit you in the spirit that those who wished to participate, did.


cheers--Sharon

I could not have said it better!!! I am very happy with all the responses!! I think it''s great that we can all share not just our rings, but more important things!

Keep them coming!!!!

 

[04diamond<3]

Date: 5/2/2008 4:24:53 PM
Author: SanDiegoLady

Date: 5/2/2008 3:34:21 PM

Author: sweetjettagirl04

Date: 5/2/2008 2:54:17 PM

Author: DiamondGirly

Date: 5/2/2008 2:52:12 PM

Author: rainydaze

Date: 5/2/2008 2:40:24 PM

Author: DiamondGirly

this is a bit gagworthy. i guess it''s nice but strange to me to talk about this on the web

I just meant it is a bit mushy and I''d really only talk about things like this with my BF or my close close friends. To each their own

It is mushy, but most people on here are sharing their engagement rings, so there is sentimental value that far outweighs the price of the ring. I think it''s nice to hear things like this, because, as you''ll find, this is more of a family or community where you can talk about more than just jewelry - it just so happens this thread combines both. Not everyone feels comfortable doing so, but it''s heartwarming to see the reasons why something material means so much to each individual.

I personally have found this site supportive and caring, giving positive reinforcement and advice, sounding boards when I have vented and went through my wedding plans.. The people I have met in person because I found PS have become special to me. I have shared quite a lot here, and since finding PS found a great well moderated place to ''talk'' and share and... I don''t feel it necessary to be anything but exactly myself here.. online or not..


I met my husband eight years ago thanks to the internet.. we''ve been married almost two.. imagine.


I hope you reconsider this as just faceless people as there are some truly amazing individuals here.

Well put SDL!!!!