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[karasu]

Yes, I know what jewelry costs. I've bought a good deal of it in ranging values. I look at it this way: My buying it for her makes her feel happy.

It's the same as buying stuff for myself. "I want that nice TV/Game system/computer! Ooh, too bad it costs some money. Guess I shouldn't buy it because it's a bit expensive!"

They're called bills!

 

[Manics]

Oh. You're the kind of guy who doesn't spend money on anything then, I'd imagine.

You shouldn't make broad assumptions. If someone wants to get a promise ring that's their choice and they are entitled to do that. If someone else feels it's a waste of money and is something invented by the money-grubbing jewellers of the world who are trying to tell you that if you don't buy your significant other jewellery then you're a bad boyfriend, that's another point of view.

I don't agree with the whole "promise ring" philosophy but each person is different and if that's something that works for you then go for it.

 

[border]

I think it's really stupid, though I guess it's a nice opportunity for insecure guys. You can give your girl something that looks like an engagement ring (that will ward off guys trying to hit on her), but you aren't actually making any sort of commitment. Score one for male possessiveness!

I think promise rings are sweet.

Yeah, but aren't you like....15?

 

[Koshiba]

I'm not talking about "promise rings" in particular. But the thought of giving someone any kind of ring or jewelry. If you know they tried hard to pick out something they would think you'd like. I don't really care about the "promise to marry" meaning. In my opinion, a promise ring could signify any kind of promise. Sure, I probably enjoy getting video games and gifts more than jewelry. But every once in a while, I think it's nice to get other things too like jewelry. :/

 

[Ecrofirt]

You shouldn't make broad assumptions. If someone wants to get a promise ring that's their choice and they are entitled to do that. If someone else feels it's a waste of money and is something invented by the money-grubbing jewellers of the world who are trying to tell you that if you don't buy your significant other jewellery then you're a bad boyfriend, that's another point of view.

I don't agree with the whole "promise ring" philosophy but each person is different and if that's something that works for you then go for it.

I never said I agreed with the promise ring bullshit either. Before an engagement ring my girlfriend wanted a promise ring. I told her that shit was for the birds. I don't need to give her a special ring to signify to her that I'm not a lousy bastard.

 

[NintendosBooger]

A promise ring…

What next, a “cross your fingers ring”? How about a “don’t fuck any other guy/girls in high school” ring?

I wish I could kick the person's ass who started all this, "If he loves you, he'll blow his entire salary on you" crap.

 

[Ninja Scooter]

i haven't know any girl that asked for/got a promise ring since like 9th grade. One girl actually got one from her dad promising she wouldn't have sex before marriage (creepy).

 

[Musashi Wins!]

i haven't know any girl that asked for/got a promise ring since like 9th grade. One girl actually got one from her dad promising she wouldn't have sex before marriage (creepy).

wow...that is creepy.

so back to the original question...is she giving you a promise skirt?

 

[Escape Goat]

You guys are mean. :lol

 

[Fuzzy]

One girl actually got one from her dad promising she wouldn't have sex before marriage (creepy).

Isn't that what Jessica Simpson's dad gave her? :lol

 

[Boogie9IGN]

Isn't that what Jessica Simpson's dad gave her? :lol

Damn, beaten to the punch :lol

 

[MrPing1000]

I must say this is also an american only thing which must mean it was invented by a corporation to make money. The whole notion is laughable to me and I'd imagine most of the population of my shitty country

 

[Cerebral Palsy]

WTF is this promise ring bullshit? And how much is it going to set me back?

 

[Boogie9IGN]

WTF is this promise ring bullshit? And how much is it going to set me back?

From Urban Dictionary:

1. promise ring
a ring that someone give to their guy/girl friend that signifies their pure love for eachother and that they will always be faithful to them...pretty much a less iron clad wedding ring for teens

Zales Promise Rings
What the fuck, giant companies actually make these? I always thought it was just some string shit that teens gave to each other.

 

[Minotauro]

On a somewhat related note, when is the best time to get a cock ring?

 

[scissorfight]

Fuck all these haters. If you think it's the right thing to do, then go for it. No one can tell you what's 'cool' or 'not cool' in your relationship. There isn't a right or wrong way for two people in love to be together...it's all up to you. If she's a decent girl then she won't care what you spend, it will be more about the sentiment and how you present it to her. I don't think any girl would expect big bucks spent on something like this, they'll save that for the enagement ring (which they all seem to expect to be as big as you can afford (or not afford) regardless of what they tell you).

 

[Lathentar]

Michael: I think that my son might be planning on asking your daughter to get pre-engaged.
Pastor Veal: Oh, my gosh!
Mrs. Veal: My gosh!
Pastor Veal: Well, that is something to celebrate.
Pastor Veal: Can we open up some sparkling apple cider?
Michael: No.
Pastor Veal: Oh, did you want us to go down to the liquor store and get you some liquor?
Michael: Well, don’t you think they’re a bit too young?
Pastor Veal: Oh, we got serious around his age.
Michael: Well, who could blame you? You got to lock that down.

EXACTLY what I was looking for coming into this thread. :lol :lol :lol :lol

 

[Kabuki Waq]

women just love presents you dont actually have to promise them shit.

 

[Slurpy]

If you don't plan to break this 'promise ring', just skip the damn thing and get her an engagement ring. If you're not ready, just get her another gift. None of tihs promise bullshit. Thats what an engagement is for.

 

[Cauliflower of Love]

Even engagements rings are bullshit.

 

[Jill Sandwich]

On a somewhat related note, when is the best time to get a cock ring?

When it has reached maturity.

 

[ohamsie]

I haven't always been keeping up with wedding ring news, but has it always been the norm to have three large diamonds on the wedding ring to signify past present and future, or is that relatively new?

 

[ChrisReid]

Yes, I know what jewelry costs. I've bought a good deal of it in ranging values. I look at it this way: My buying it for her makes her feel happy.

It's the same as buying stuff for myself. "I want that nice TV/Game system/computer! Ooh, too bad it costs some money. Guess I shouldn't buy it because it's a bit expensive!"

That's dumb. All that stuff actually does something. The ring is just to proove that you have enough disposable income to spend on rings that you'll have no problem taking care of her later.

 

[Deleted member 4784]

A promise ring shows you are owned... kind of like a collar... only prettier. =O

Now you can say, "hey, woman, I gave you a promise ring -- now your indebted to making me sandwiches whenever I ask!" or something.

Anyways, most promise rings should be around $100 at the most. I don't see what the big deal is when I'm sure most girlfriends have spent more on buying their boyfriends games and different things as a surprise. Then again, if you don't really see the significance of it, I guess there is really no point in buying one for your girlfriend in the first place. *shrug*

EDIT: LOL... WTH is the point of getting a girl a diamond ring from a place like Zales? If you're going to get her a promise ring from a place like that, then just get her something cheap with her birthstone in it -- she and your wallet will equally be happy. There's no reason to spend all of that money on a promise ring; especially from a place that does not produce quality cut diamonds.