What is a Cocktail Ring?

[Skippy123]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don't have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

Well me thinks we can go over to 777's and she will let us play w/her cocktail rings

I like the idea of pie and champagne sorbet this morning, yum

lol

 

[Ellen]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

The dress is not necessary (if ya know what I mean), and just hold the glass in your left hand. That is, if you can lift it with that big ol rock sittin on it.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:27:38 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don't have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

The dress is not necessary (if ya know what I mean), and just hold the glass in your left hand. That is, if you can lift it with that big ol rock sittin on it.

maybe my rock could be considered a cocktail ring?

i will take a shirley temple please.

 

[777_LDY]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:28:37 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:27:38 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

The dress is not necessary (if ya know what I mean), and just hold the glass in your left hand. That is, if you can lift it with that big ol rock sittin on it.

maybe my rock could be considered a cocktail ring?

i will take a shirley temple please.

With extra cherries just for you Miss Lorelei!!!!

 

[Ellen]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:28:37 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:27:38 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

The dress is not necessary (if ya know what I mean), and just hold the glass in your left hand. That is, if you can lift it with that big ol rock sittin on it.

maybe my rock could be considered a cocktail ring?

i will take a shirley temple please.

Well if we''re goin by ct. weight, it coitenly does.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:34:07 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:28:37 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:27:38 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

The dress is not necessary (if ya know what I mean), and just hold the glass in your left hand. That is, if you can lift it with that big ol rock sittin on it.

maybe my rock could be considered a cocktail ring?

i will take a shirley temple please.

Well if we''re goin by ct. weight, it coitenly does.

i does have a cocktail ring after all then!!

and fankies for the cherries for my Shirley Temple!!! I likes extra cherries!

 

[777_LDY]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:26:59 AM
Author: Skippy123

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

Well me thinks we can go over to 777''s and she will let us play w/her cocktail rings

I like the idea of pie and champagne sorbet this morning, yum

lol

I have many more cocktail dresses than cocktail rings, lol!

To be very honest, as much as I love this recipe I have never had the patience to try it. I always take out the bottle, look at it, *think* about the recipe, then drink the bottle instead.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

Date: 6/11/2008 8:26:59 AM
Author: Skippy123

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

Well me thinks we can go over to 777''s and she will let us play w/her cocktail rings

I like the idea of pie and champagne sorbet this morning, yum

lol

I have many more cocktail dresses than cocktail rings, lol!

To be very honest, as much as I love this recipe I have never had the patience to try it. I always take out the bottle, look at it, *think* about the recipe, then drink the bottle instead.

LOL!! Have you tried the champagne watermelon?

 

[777_LDY]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:38:45 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

Date: 6/11/2008 8:26:59 AM
Author: Skippy123

Date: 6/11/2008 8:24:54 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:22:53 AM
Author: 777_LDY
Champagne Sorbet

*I recommend serving this with pie or cake wearing pretty dresses and lots of sparkle adored fingers*

i don''t have a pretty dress or a cocktail ring.....

Well me thinks we can go over to 777''s and she will let us play w/her cocktail rings

I like the idea of pie and champagne sorbet this morning, yum

lol

I have many more cocktail dresses than cocktail rings, lol!

To be very honest, as much as I love this recipe I have never had the patience to try it. I always take out the bottle, look at it, *think* about the recipe, then drink the bottle instead.

LOL!! Have you tried the champagne watermelon?

YUMMMM! I have not but that sounds yummy and easy!! Do share!!

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:41:03 AM
Author: 777_LDY

Date: 6/11/2008 8:38:45 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

LOL!! Have you tried the champagne watermelon?

YUMMMM! I have not but that sounds yummy and easy!! Do share!!

Ok! Take one large washed watermelon, cut a small hole in the top and scoop out 2 spoons of flesh. Then pour in as much champage as you can. Leave to marinate for a day, then saturate again. To serve, cut into chunks and don''t drive if you are eating it!

 

[777_LDY]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:44:05 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:41:03 AM
Author: 777_LDY

Date: 6/11/2008 8:38:45 AM
Author: Lorelei

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

LOL!! Have you tried the champagne watermelon?

YUMMMM! I have not but that sounds yummy and easy!! Do share!!

Ok! Take one large washed watermelon, cut a small hole in the top and scoop out 2 spoons of flesh. Then pour in as much champage as you can. Leave to marinate for a day, then saturate again. To serve, cut into chunks and don't drive if you are eating it!

There you have the perfect summer refreshment!!

And me NEVER drinks and drives. Ociffers don't care how pretty your cocktail dresses and sparkles are.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

I have many more cocktail dresses than cocktail rings, lol!

To be very honest, as much as I love this recipe I have never had the patience to try it. I always take out the bottle, look at it, *think* about the recipe, then drink the bottle instead.

 

[Pandora II]

Oh my word, that sounds amazing!

I love watermelon.

Do you keep it in the fridge to saturate?

I like melon and port as well.

I don''t really drink at all - but I make the occasional exception!

 

[777_LDY]

Date: 6/11/2008 9:04:24 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 8:37:39 AM
Author: 777_LDY

I have many more cocktail dresses than cocktail rings, lol!

To be very honest, as much as I love this recipe I have never had the patience to try it. I always take out the bottle, look at it, *think* about the recipe, then drink the bottle instead.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Now I really wish I was going to Vegas!

I think it sounds way too fun! On that day I will sit in my office and drink a cocktail while reading PS and wondering where everyone else is!

ETA: I have a real question too... I know that there is a "rule" about making sure your RHR is no bigger than your e-ring, so as not to detract from the star of the show... I sort of agree with this, although I don't typically care about rules

Unfortunately for me, my e-ring is not very large (yet!

), so how can I wear a cocktail ring? I really really love colored gems but they look best when they are larger, and I looooooove larger rings... so what is a girl to do?? How can I wear a large gemstone cocktail ring and have it compliment my e-ring, not distract?

 

[Ellen]

Date: 6/11/2008 10:13:00 AM
Author: dreamer_dachsie
Now I really wish I was going to Vegas!

I think it sounds way too fun! On that day I will sit in my office and drink a cocktail while reading PS and wondering where everyone else is!

ETA: I have a real question too... I know that there is a ''rule'' about making sure your RHR is no bigger than your e-ring, so as not to detract from the star of the show... I sort of agree with this, although I don''t typically care about rules

Unfortunately for me, my e-ring is not very large (yet!

), so how can I wear a cocktail ring? I really really love colored gems but they look best when they are larger, and I looooooove larger rings... so what is a girl to do?? How can I wear a large gemstone cocktail ring and have it compliment my e-ring, not distracting?

Who made that "rule" up? That would be mighty hard to do, since a true cocktail ring should be 3 cts. or more. I dun think most of us are sporting Erings that big!

In mho, fancies can definitely be larger (maybe much) than a diamond, and still not take away from it.

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 6/11/2008 9:05:11 AM
Author: Pandora II
Oh my word, that sounds amazing!

I love watermelon.

Do you keep it in the fridge to saturate?

I like melon and port as well.

I don't really drink at all - but I make the occasional exception!

You can keep it in the fridge if you want, or just a cool place is fine for the marinading!

I am also partial to a little port on occasion....For medicinal purposes

Also with the watermelon, you can use vodka if you prefer.

 

[Pandora II]

Date: 6/11/2008 10:13:00 AM
Author: dreamer_dachsie
Now I really wish I was going to Vegas!

I think it sounds way too fun! On that day I will sit in my office and drink a cocktail while reading PS and wondering where everyone else is!

ETA: I have a real question too... I know that there is a ''rule'' about making sure your RHR is no bigger than your e-ring, so as not to detract from the star of the show... I sort of agree with this, although I don''t typically care about rules

Unfortunately for me, my e-ring is not very large (yet!

), so how can I wear a cocktail ring? I really really love colored gems but they look best when they are larger, and I looooooove larger rings... so what is a girl to do?? How can I wear a large gemstone cocktail ring and have it compliment my e-ring, not distract?

I''m the only one with THAT problem!

 

[Dreamer_D]

Date: 6/11/2008 10:21:33 AM
Author: Ellen

Date: 6/11/2008 10:13:00 AM
Author: dreamer_dachsie
Now I really wish I was going to Vegas!

I think it sounds way too fun! On that day I will sit in my office and drink a cocktail while reading PS and wondering where everyone else is!

ETA: I have a real question too... I know that there is a ''rule'' about making sure your RHR is no bigger than your e-ring, so as not to detract from the star of the show... I sort of agree with this, although I don''t typically care about rules

Unfortunately for me, my e-ring is not very large (yet!

), so how can I wear a cocktail ring? I really really love colored gems but they look best when they are larger, and I looooooove larger rings... so what is a girl to do?? How can I wear a large gemstone cocktail ring and have it compliment my e-ring, not distracting?

Who made that ''rule'' up? That would be mighty hard to do, since a true cocktail ring should be 3 cts. or more. I dun think most of us are sporting Erings that big!

In mho, fancies can definitely be larger (maybe much) than a diamond, and still not take away from it.

I don''t know where I read it... I guess I am thinking the issue might arise not with the full-on cocktail size (3ct) and more with a RHR that is noticably larger but not sooooooo large that comparing it to one''s e-ring becomes moot. A cocktail-sized RHR would be a totally different beastie than my .80ct e-ring... or even than a 1.5ct e-ring! But what about a RHR that is more like 1.5ct? Would that detract from my modest e-ring? Does it matter?

 

[Dreamer_D]

Date: 6/11/2008 12:04:49 PM
Author: Pandora II

Date: 6/11/2008 10:13:00 AM
Author: dreamer_dachsie
Now I really wish I was going to Vegas!

I think it sounds way too fun! On that day I will sit in my office and drink a cocktail while reading PS and wondering where everyone else is!

ETA: I have a real question too... I know that there is a ''rule'' about making sure your RHR is no bigger than your e-ring, so as not to detract from the star of the show... I sort of agree with this, although I don''t typically care about rules

Unfortunately for me, my e-ring is not very large (yet!

), so how can I wear a cocktail ring? I really really love colored gems but they look best when they are larger, and I looooooove larger rings... so what is a girl to do?? How can I wear a large gemstone cocktail ring and have it compliment my e-ring, not distract?

I''m the only one with THAT problem!

Pandora, everything goes with that shade of green! But I see your point. Do you ever wear RHR, cocktail sized or not...?

 

[Pandora II]

Date: 6/11/2008 12:21:57 PM
Author: dreamer_dachsie

Pandora, everything goes with that shade of green! But I see your point. Do you ever wear RHR, cocktail sized or not...?

I''m not a big wearer of jewellery except my ''round things''. I love to look at it, I like to have it in my jewellery box, I''d love to be able to collect beautiful antique pieces but I find it uncomfortable to wear! Sacrilege round here I know

Bad, bad Pandora!

It took me ages to get used to wearing my e-ring, and although I take it off when I get home because it needs babying, I probably would anyway.

FI is giving me some jewellery as a wedding gift and I will wear them very occasionally - they''re sphene''s son I need to be very careful with them.

One day I''d like an OEC RHR though, and that I will wear.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 6/11/2008 12:20:29 PM
Author: dreamer_dachsie

Date: 6/11/2008 10:21:33 AM
Author: Ellen

Who made that ''rule'' up? That would be mighty hard to do, since a true cocktail ring should be 3 cts. or more. I dun think most of us are sporting Erings that big!

In mho, fancies can definitely be larger (maybe much) than a diamond, and still not take away from it.

I don''t know where I read it... I guess I am thinking the issue might arise not with the full-on cocktail size (3ct) and more with a RHR that is noticably larger but not sooooooo large that comparing it to one''s e-ring becomes moot. A cocktail-sized RHR would be a totally different beastie than my .80ct e-ring... or even than a 1.5ct e-ring! But what about a RHR that is more like 1.5ct? Would that detract from my modest e-ring? Does it matter?

No, I honestly don''t think it does.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

Wow, there are some things on this thread that are a total mystery to me. I even read back through the last few pages and I don''t get it!!!

But back to the original topic...not all of us will have 3 ct. cocktail rings. I have a sapphire and diamond ring that could count as one but I think the center stone is around 2.5 cts.

 

[Dreamer_D]

Date: 6/11/2008 11:21:11 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
Wow, there are some things on this thread that are a total mystery to me. I even read back through the last few pages and I don't get it!!!

But back to the original topic...not all of us will have 3 ct. cocktail rings. I have a sapphire and diamond ring that could count as one but I think the center stone is around 2.5 cts.

I agree DS, very puzzling comments from some quarters.

As for rings, I think that 3 - 5 ct. is very large... don't get me wrong, I love those honkers around PS and would love one! But in my lifestyle and social circle, if I want to rock a cocktail ring on a regular basis (and why waste a beautiful ring??) then it really has to be under 3ct. Maybe more like 2 - 2.5ct. So although the size would be smaller, if the setting had pave, or a split shank etc etc etc, I guess I can still qualify it as a cocktail ring!

Are cocktail rings ever three-stone rings? Or are they typically one big stone do you think...

 

[Dreamer_D]

I think this Ritani looks like a three-stone cocktail ring, and may I add, I loooove it! I am fantasizing about having a collection of rings to wear solo on my left-hand ring finger, since I prefer wearing only one ring (so much more comfortable)... this may be in my future...

 

[Gypsy]

You know I''ve always wanted to be part of a coven. *Swings champagne bottle around* WHO WANTS SOME MORE??? I do!

 

[coatimundi_org]

Date: 6/11/2008 11:43:11 PM
Author: dreamer_dachsie


I think this Ritani looks like a three-stone cocktail ring, and may I add, I loooove it! I am fantasizing about having a collection of rings to wear solo on my left-hand ring finger, since I prefer wearing only one ring (so much more comfortable)... this may be in my future...

Gorgeous Dreamer! That's exactly what I do--Switch around and wear only on my left hand ring finger. I don't like the feel of rings on my right hand.

Gypsy--

I'd like some more too!*hiccup*

 

[Linda W]

Date: 6/11/2008 11:43:11 PM
Author: dreamer_dachsie


I think this Ritani looks like a three-stone cocktail ring, and may I add, I loooove it! I am fantasizing about having a collection of rings to wear solo on my left-hand ring finger, since I prefer wearing only one ring (so much more comfortable)... this may be in my future...

WOW, I love that ring!!!!!!!! I would even love that as a wedding band!!!!

Thank you for posting that DD


Linda

 

[diamondseeker2006]

That is a very pretty ring, DD! Honestly, the only other ring I'd really like to have is a three stone sapphire and diamond ring set by Leon. And with the prices I have seen on sapphires, I am sure it will be under 3 cts.!!!!

Oh, and I really prefer wearing rings on just my left ring finger, too.

 

[Gypsy]

Date: 6/11/2008 11:57:53 PM
Author: coatimundi


Gypsy--

I''d like some more too!*hiccup*

Coming your way!!!

So if we''re a coven... do we get costumes? Or just prance around naked under the stars? I''m really good with either... as long as I get to wear a cool HAT.