Hi brides!
My fiance and I are planning an outdoor August 18, 2012 wedding. We're very excited! Our celebration will be laid back and simple, we're not into having a wedding that will put us into debt. We're still in college!
My engagement ring is a beautiful cushion cut (about 1 carat) blue topaz with little tiny diamonds on the sides. We went to Kohl's when they were having their 80% Presiden's Day sale. Little did I know he bought it the same day. =] He then proposed on our two year anniversary.
I know what you're thinking.... Kohl's? Blue topaz? I didn't really want a diamond. First off, they're terribly expensive for a rock. Yes, even though diamonds are amazing, it's still a rock. I thought topaz was unique, and I loved the color. In some lights it looks almost clear, like a diamond. It's wonderful.
So here's my question: how many of you have gotten married and just had a plain wedding band? I'm going into the medical feild and I need something that will work inside gloves. Plus, I kind of like the idea. Marriage is about commitment, right? Not about who has the biggest sparkler. See: Kim Kardashian. 20.5 carats? Eek.
People have been telling me it's old fashioned (at the time of our wedding, we will both be 21) and I should get with the times. But frankly, I don't see why I need a $3,000 ring when the gold is going to scratch, the diamond is going to dull and by our 25th anniversary, I'll probably need a new ring.
That's why we like these: Mine would be the round one, his would be the striped. These rings are made of tungsten carbonide, virtually indestructable and completely scratch and dull proof. PLUS, lifetime guarantee. Am I weird for not wanting a diamond? HELP?
