Is an engagement ring THAT important?
363984
My fiance and I have been toghether for 6 years.  We know we are going to be together, and I would probably end up losing the ring somewhere anyway..  SERIOUSLY.  If he HAD to get me something, I would prefer he spend the money on something we can have or do together, or put the money he would have spent on the ring into savings.  Because no one should ever get married until they can support each other.  That is what being married is all about.  I don't know why all these KIDS are getting married, but they are living with their parents, or having to call home for money, or having kids...it makes no sense.  My sister got married 2 years ago, had a big wedding, and now she is divorced.  We have been toghether for 6 years, and we are still together.  We just finished college two years ago, and will not be married until we are in a financially stable position to be married.
535165
If you're talking about marriage proposals....a nice ring and truth. Something that comes from the bottom of my guys heart is all I need.
1044909
Diamonds can make you feel really good if they are given to you as a token of love.  \n\nI wanted to make my lady feel special so I researched to find out about diamonds so I could make the right choice.\n\nThe upshot was when I presented the engagement ring, a beautiful pear solitaire just under 3 cts with perfect cut proportions, very good clarity and colour (white to the eye).\n\nWhen I gave here the ring she burst into tears, she was so overwhelmed.  At first I thought I had done something wrong but soon realised what an effect the ring had - she now looks at the ring and thinks back to that moment.\n\nSo, are diamonds a girl's best friend, my answer is they are if they come from the guy you love.\n\nPS - buy your diamonds through reputable companies, there are some good ones on the web.  I used bestdiamonds.co.uk.  The service was amazing and (for the guys) the prices are so much cheaper than the high street.
470339
right after the engagement so then it will be available for engagement parties, as well as showers and the reception.  we did ours a couple weeks after we got engaged and it really helped. =) Don't put it off too long, because as fun as it sounds, it can also be a little stressful if you two have different tastes...Trust me. =)
926885
Engagement ceremonies vary tremendously depending on cultural backgrounds and traditions. You'll have to be more specific.
808803
It's not about the ring. Buy a fridge or couch instead. Your man will agree. Then one day when you get a bit of money together, buy a ring.
1110865
The wedding ring is traditionally closest to the heart, and the engagement ring is generally not worn down the aisle.  If the rings are a set, made to go together, they are waiting at the alter that way and both put on as though they were one ring, which essentially they are once you're married.  Some couples even go, after the wedding, and have the two rings lightly soldered together, making them easier to wear for the long term.\n\nIf the rings are not a set, then only the wedding ring is worn on that finger, but the bride should always arrive at the alter with no rings on her left hand at all.  It's sort of like the veil and the white dress, signs of coming to the groom with purity, whether its a true fact or not.\n\nBut the wedding ring should be worn closest to the heart, because its the marriage that is the most sacred and important thing, not just the fact that she was asked, ya know?
823302
without doubt .. it is engagement
606205
How do you feel about him? How old are you? Are you ready for a big commitment? Whatever you decide, don't think that by taking the ring you give yourself to him. You can always give it back if you're uncomfortable becoming more serious with him.
173229
Short answer...Yes, it means you are going steady (in the classic sense).\n\nIf you are displaying his ring around your neck, it's like a huge sign saying "He's Mine!".\n\nIf you did not intend to take this relationship to this level, return the ring to him.  Do not give him (or anyone else) the impression that you are an item.\n\nIf you did mean to take this relationship to this level, remember it is just a symbol of commitment.  There is another symbol for the next level.  It's called an engagement ring and you wear it on your finger.
838394
promise ring: to promise to be committed in a serious relationship\n\nthe engagement ring: token of love and as a pledge of eternal togetherness\n\n\nthe wedding band:they symbolize their commitment to the relationship
440465
Neither.\n\nA ring is a material object.\n\nRomance is overrated and a two week vacation...can you and/or he afford the time off of work?  Do you have children?  Do you have a maid?  \n\nI would rather just a have a nice evening out.  Or family time watching a movie or sitting around playing a board game.  In the end, it's quality that counts, not quantity or carats.
151786
wedding first then engagement - when you attend your wedding you are to remove your engagement ring and place it on your right hand so that the wedding band can be put on. Then the engagement ring will be put on after the wedding band. This keeps the wedding band closest to your heart.
52307
Everyone has their own preference, it seems. Do you use your hands in your work? Are you an artist? Do you care for small children? Play the piano? These are the kinds of things you can think about when choosing your ring.\n\nI guess I would love a ring that someone selected for me. I was married a long time ago, and his grandmother gave me her ring. And, the other times I've been engaged I've usually helped with the selection process - next time, I want the guy to do all the thinking!\n\nWhat a fun decision you have ahead of you.
1054186
Who knows?  Maybe you guys really aren't ready to get engaged.  There's alot of pressure on couples when they get engaged.  People EXPECT that you're getting married pretty soon and they want to know a date and they want to know what you're planning for the wedding.  It sounds like your man shouldn't have promised something that he wasn't sure about.  It's unfair to say that "by this date we will get engaged" because things happen.  It doesn't necessarily mean that he doesn't want to get engaged, it just means what he said, you guys aren't ready.  Maybe there's financial reasons behind that.  But a really good solution to this problem (because I know you are disappointed) is if your boyfriend still wants to get engaged and married in the future....he should buy you a promise ring.  My boyfriend and I have been together for four years and we're not ready to get engaged or married yet either.  But a promise ring lets you and your friends and family know that you guys are planning to get married one day, just not right now.  I wear my promise ring on my left ring finger like an engagement ring and I'm very happy with it.  I think you would be too.  Sit tight dear, you'll get married one day.
1063961
If you love each other it doesn't matter the price of the ring.What's important is the way you make the proposal.Just think about a romantic place and a romantic way of giving her the ring.About the size... don't worry.Look at her fingers and you'll know the size.Good luck!
964819
The wedding ring goes on first then the engagement ring as tadition goes. The weddingring has more meaningful significance.