Do you have to buy an engagement ring first? Can I get the matching wedding band first and then the engagement ring later when money isn’t a bit tight?
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No, it doesn’t matter to me, but it will mater to her. Wait to ask her until money becomes a bit less tight.
My fiance proposed without an engagement ring, and it was still incredibly romantic. You don’t need an engagement ring to propose; she’s marrying you, not the jewelry. You don’t even need a wedding band; just make it memorable.
I would suggest purchasing a bridal set. This includes the engagement ring and the wedding band, so it’s more economical; this is especially nice for brides who like things to coordinate and match. While most people shy away from this, you can get very nice wedding sets at Wal-Mart. Your fiancee doesn’t have to know where it came from, and even if you do tell her she shouldn’t mind. The fact that you’re trying to propose during what sounds like a rough time for you is commitment enough.
Good luck!
To answer your question, I say do what you can afford. If you want to wait to get the engagement ring because you can’t afford it now, do that.
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Seriously, you have nothing to lose – give the online experience a try. You’ll be glad you did.
Don’t listen to these people. If you cannot afford the engagement ring then it is perfectly ok to propose with the wedding band. If she really loves you it will not matter. My engagement ring is not even a diamond because we cannot afford that. I still said yes and love my ring.
Depending on your fiancee there are other options then a diamond. I picked a white saphire. No one knows the difference and it was a fraction of the price. I tell everyone its a sapphire though because I think it’s unique!
No way. Your new fiance will be upset. What guy buys the wedding band before the engagement ring? The engagement ring is the pretty one you get to show off.
do the engagement ring first, then the wedding band later or you will never
hear the end of it. no matter WHAT they say, they will be po’d
Engagement ring comes first…don’t rush, just take your time…you’ll still get married.
Yes you always have to get the ring first.