Park Life 71 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I don't mean she was like ''look at my engagement ring, makes yours look shite'' Also remember bigger isn't necessarily better with Diamonds. Getting a nice colour, cut and clarity will make a 1/2 carat diamond look better than a 1 carat diamond that looks like a big yellow mess. http://www.thediamondbuyingguide.com/fourcsofdiamonds.html yeah i've been checking out different websites and information on diamonds i think i can muddle my way through The sex will be the same big diamond or little diamond. thank christ for that, the sex is fucking great. but i suppose all that will change when we're married.. It will and it doesn't stop there...They start to hate you, find fault in your little foibles (which were formerly charming), she will start buying stuff you don't want, she'll ask you to think about yourself and your life.....You'll flinch when you hear the front door go.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Fuck the rest of the bitter bastards mate. I've had my fair share of slags and I know a good woman when I see one. My wife would have been worth a ring 10x what I paid. I still don't get how expense is a token of esteem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 (edited) From a girlie perspective I think its total maddness to pay 3 months wages on a ring. I would be scared to wear it and would be concerned all the time I had it on. Mind I am not one for expensive bling. Can you not pick one together? she'd kick my ass if i spent 3 months salary, she'd rather we bought a house. call me old fashioned but i don't go in for that picking together, it should be a suprise no? and as for everyone saying "run for the hills!!", i have waited this long to make the commitment because i only want to do this once and i have narrowly averted disaster with other women but i listened to my little voice and ran for the hills. No it should be a ring I like. Hence picking it together Edited February 11, 2011 by Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 (edited) I don't mean she was like ''look at my engagement ring, makes yours look shite'' Also remember bigger isn't necessarily better with Diamonds. Getting a nice colour, cut and clarity will make a 1/2 carat diamond look better than a 1 carat diamond that looks like a big yellow mess. http://www.thediamondbuyingguide.com/fourcsofdiamonds.html yeah i've been checking out different websites and information on diamonds i think i can muddle my way through The sex will be the same big diamond or little diamond. thank christ for that, the sex is fucking great. but i suppose all that will change when we're married.. It will and it doesn't stop there...They start to hate you, find fault in your little foibles (which were formerly charming), she will start buying stuff you don't want, she'll ask you to think about yourself and your life.....You'll flinch when you hear the front door go.... look i've been in a "life" relationship before and i didn't want to get married, my folks got divorced and i figured it was jsut a scam. truth be told it never even crossed my mind before, now when i got together with (soon to be) mrs. tooner/mohammed, i knew within a few weeks this was the girl i was going to spend the rest of my life with. Edited February 11, 2011 by tooner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 From a girlie perspective I think its total maddness to pay 3 months wages on a ring. I would be scared to wear it and would be concerned all the time I had it on. Mind I am not one for expensive bling. Can you not pick one together? she'd kick my ass if i spent 3 months salary, she'd rather we bought a house. call me old fashioned but i don't go in for that picking together, it should be a suprise no? and as for everyone saying "run for the hills!!", i have waited this long to make the commitment because i only want to do this once and i have narrowly averted disaster with other women but i listened to my little voice and ran for the hills. No it should be a ring I like. Hence picking it together oh i get that, but i have impeccable taste.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 From a girlie perspective I think its total maddness to pay 3 months wages on a ring. I would be scared to wear it and would be concerned all the time I had it on. Mind I am not one for expensive bling. Can you not pick one together? she'd kick my ass if i spent 3 months salary, she'd rather we bought a house. call me old fashioned but i don't go in for that picking together, it should be a suprise no? and as for everyone saying "run for the hills!!", i have waited this long to make the commitment because i only want to do this once and i have narrowly averted disaster with other women but i listened to my little voice and ran for the hills. No it should be a ring I like. Hence picking it together oh i get that, but i have impeccable taste.. You are a MAN aren't you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 cheers for the input everyone, glad my suspicions were correct about the diamond cartel propaganda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawD 99 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 We didnt go together like. I picked it but had an idea what she liked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 11044 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 In all seriousness it's more about getting what you think she'd like, regardless of price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 In all seriousness it's more about getting what you think she'd like, regardless of price. i agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Fish 11044 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 In all seriousness it's more about getting what you think she'd like, regardless of price. i agree so get her a kitten, a dildo and a spa day. You've still saved £2k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChezGiven 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Marriage? We got a civil partnership for tax purposes last year and i saved £9k in tax. Thats a good deal imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meenzer 15796 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I might be being naive here, but if you're at a point where you're going to marry someone, you should be pretty well aware of whether they're the kind of person who likes expensive sparkly things - and if they are and you can afford it, why not? - or whether they'd rather have something less flashy/more practical/that leaves you with more money to do other things together. If you still haven't figured that out about them, maybe it's not time to tie the knot just yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin 1 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I might be being naive here, but if you're at a point where you're going to marry someone, you should be pretty well aware of whether they're the kind of person who likes expensive sparkly things - and if they are and you can afford it, why not? - or whether they'd rather have something less flashy/more practical/that leaves you with more money to do other things together. If you still haven't figured that out about them, maybe it's not time to tie the knot just yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 (edited) I might be being naive here, but if you're at a point where you're going to marry someone, you should be pretty well aware of whether they're the kind of person who likes expensive sparkly things - and if they are and you can afford it, why not? - or whether they'd rather have something less flashy/more practical/that leaves you with more money to do other things together. If you still haven't figured that out about them, maybe it's not time to tie the knot just yet? we've talked about it (marriage) and we're both ready. the question was just about whether or not anyone felt pressure to spend 3 months salary or not. really she's not going to know enough about diamonds (and neither do i) to be able to tell the difference between two stones. one bought at 3 months salary and another at significantly less. she's not flashy, but i'd like the ring to reflect how I feel about her. diamonds are forever, and i'd like her to know that this will be as well. (yeah Parky i know you think i'm being naive) Edited February 11, 2011 by tooner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 46904 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Ignore Parky. I bet hes a right romantic cheesedick with his bird really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Ignore Parky. I bet hes a right romantic cheesedick with his bird really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Park Life 71 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 Yeah I was only messin mate. Just do what you feel comfortable with and don't fall for for any external unrealistic pressure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonraider 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 (edited) I love jewellery, though not a big fan of colourless stones. I prefer Aquamarine or Tanzanite. I have a beautiful white gold ring hubby bought me which has Aquamarine and Iolite stones. There is no way on earth I would want or let anyone spend thousands on a ring for me. I'd rather spend it on others things. My friend has a 8k diamond and is scared to wear it! What a waste of money. Still, each to their own. Edited February 11, 2011 by Toonraider Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooner 243 Posted February 11, 2011 Author Share Posted February 11, 2011 Yeah I was only messin mate. Just do what you feel comfortable with and don't fall for for any external unrealistic pressure. no worries, when putting a question like this on here you have to expect a certain amount of piss-taking. i have the stone picked out, just wondering if i don't spend "what's expected" (and i don't mean by her) ,does that make me a cheap cunt or a good bargain hunter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I'm going to propose to my girlfriend and I've heard that you are supposed to spend 3 months salary on a ring. Has anyone else followed this 'mythical' rule of thumb or is it just propaganda from the diamond cartel? firstly, congratulations. Have you not asked her to pick the ring ? I would say price shouldn't be relevant, but she shouldn't be looking for one just because it costs a lot of money. All the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeazesMag 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 From a girlie perspective I think its total maddness to pay 3 months wages on a ring. I would be scared to wear it and would be concerned all the time I had it on. Mind I am not one for expensive bling. Can you not pick one together? this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesperateDannyB 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I spent one moths wages. Bought it online and it came with an independant authentication and valuation of £4,400. Remenber to read up on it, remember the 4cs. Cut, Carrat, Clarity and colour. The same rings on the high street were massively more expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14021 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I hope you paid him back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DesperateDannyB 0 Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 I hope you paid him back. saaaaaake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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