Hi guys - so some of you know my FI's team at work was laid off the same week we got engaged. This has been tough on him emotionally, as he is still looking for a new job 6 months later. And, of course, a strain financially as I'm supporting both of us. So, I had my heart set on this beautiful diamond wedding band, and even with our friend making it, it came to $4,000 (much more than we were expecting). I was going to borrow money from my parents, and I know FI feels like it's one more thing he can't do. So, today I ordered a beautiful, simple platinum band for under $400, and I am so, so, so happy with the decision. It took off a tremendous amount of stress.
Just thought I would share this, if others are in this situation and feel torn between what they had planned on, and what they can do.....