What do you think of diamonique or cubic zirconia for a bridal set for my wedding?
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My boyfriend wanted to get me a 2 carat princess cut engagement ring although i know that he is not able to afford it as of this moment because he is trying to save up for a house. I suggested that maybe we can get a real cheap cubic zirconia or diamonique set till he had saved up for the real deal a little after we get married. I just want to know anyone’s opinions on this please. Thanks!
My boyfriend wanted to get me a 2 carat princess cut engagement ring although i know that he is not able to afford it as of this moment because he is trying to save up for a house. I suggested that maybe we can get a real cheap cubic zirconia or diamonique set till he had saved up for the real deal a little after we get married. I just want to know anyone’s opinions on this please. Thanks!
The best laid plans of mice and men….He would have the best intentions of getting you real diamonds but, after you get married it is amazing what other stuff comes up you need money for. It could be years before this happens.
Personally I would rather have a real stone. If not diamonds then another kind that isn’t as much money. Or get a diamond size he can afford.
It’s not a bad idea as long as he really is a good saver. If not, then other things will take priority once you settle into life together. Also, you have to think about what is important to you- some people feel sentimental about the ring which they wear on the wedding day… to others, it really doesn’t matter.
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No, don’t do that, it isn’t worth it. Better to get a smaller cut nice diamond than to get a zirconia. Or you could look at rings that have a ‘total carat weight’ from smaller diamond chips that give the ring a richer look, or look to get a ring with another type of stone. It’s never the best idea to go cheap on something that you are promising your future with. That would make the ring just for show and if you want the real thing, then work for that.
i would get the real thing baby…the princess cut
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Whatever makes you happy. If you aren’t fussy about having a real diamond, do what makes you and your man’s budget happy. As for me…I would be particular about having an authentic diamond. But that’s just me.
Get the real thing as it’s forever and you shouldn’t have to “trade in” your ring later. Forget 2 carats as that’s huge anyway and get something smaller but that will suit your hand.
You should let him but you whatever size real stone he can afford. Mainly because I think you will be hard pressed to stop wearing the set he proposed and married you in. They are objects of great sentiment.
If you love it, then it doesn’t matter what anyone else thinks. Personally I think CZ sparkles alot more than diamonds and I don’t want to support the blood diamond industry in Africa and that is where they almost all come from because there is a monopoly on the diamonds in the world and where they come from and who sells them.
If you think this is a good idea, then go for it. It’s your life and your ring.
My fiancee didn’t get me any big diamonds. It’s a 18k white gold with a pretty blue topaz stone and diamond accents. Not traditional, I know, but i’m so proud to wear it and it’s absolutely gorgeous.
(Dec. birthstone, we started dating in december so its really meaningful)
Check out BIDZ.COM they have some excellent diamond rings for sale you bid on them and at a good price.
As long as you love it its fine!
Most of the big chain diamond stores allow you to trade in your ring when you decide to upgrade to a bigger stone. In fact, most will give you 100% of your original purchase price so long as your new ring cost twice as much as the original.
My advice would be to buy a real, but smaller diamond. When you have the means, trade it in for what you really want.
You know what, who cares if its real or not?! No one even knows unless you tell them anyway. I say, if you don’t care, why not?! Keep it you and your hubby’s secret. Save the money for the house… just my opinion!
You are going to find MANY opinions on the topic, but in the end, it’s what YOU will be happy with, and what you can afford.
If you are fine with a “fake” set, so be it.
Some options:
-Get a ring with a pearl, birthstone, or other “real” gem that is cheaper. Then you can still wear that ring later alongside your “new” engagement/wedding ring set.
-Forgo rings entirely until you can afford them. Rings do not make a marriage, and they are not required to get married. They are simply symbols. You don’t have to spend ANY money unless you want to.
-Get a small stone that is high quality. You can always add to that ring, but you can never upgrade a cheaper or poor quality stone. It is what it is.
-Get any old “fake” set or a bare bones set from your local Wal-Mart if you really could care less. Unless someone is staring at your hand, most people will never notice.
Personally, *I* would go for a small stone and add to it later…quality over quantity. But that’s entirely up to YOU what you want to do.
One note: It is a myth that diamonds all are “blood diamonds” from Africa. That is a movie folks. There are other resources. Some of the best diamonds in the world come from Canada. No slave trade up here, I can assure you.
Just well paid Canadian geologists and miners. 
I am Canadian, and have a Canadian diamond.
I’m old fashioned - I’d rather have a small diamond than a large fake; you can fool people with one but it’s sort of like living a lie.
I don’t think there’s anything wrong with cz rings, as long as they are set in real gold.
However, some places have some amazing sales on right now on real diamonds - for example, K-Mart has some amazing e-rings and sets on for 70% off —- so the cost would be close to cz rings.
Check the rest of the site, too.
Zales has a clearance section, and the prices are another 20% off the clearance price -
Personally i wouldnt settle for anything fake. This is your engagment and wedding ring! This is forever. Fake stuff dont last forever. It will become dull and tarnish.
If he cannot afford it now because he is saving up for a house…….he probably wont be able to afford it after he gets the house, because trust me when you own a home…..something ALWAYS comes up and your forkin out the money. maintence, repairs etc etc.
most likely you will not get one later.
As for what he can afford now…….you can find beautiful bridal sets for very cheap. walmart, ebay.. at least make it real.
or be different….if you want and go for a colored stone. amathyist, sapphire..something like that…..your birthstone, or his……they are cheaper sometimes than diamonds and just as beautiful.
Listen unless you have someone walk up to you and use a jeweler’s eye piece, no one will ever know if your ring is real or not. I would not go with a 2 karat though, as the bigger the stone the more unrealistic it looks. I have a cubic zirconia it’s 3/4 kt. I get many compliments on how beautiful it is. I did not see the point in spending money on a diamond when we could put the money towards a house.
I think its a great idea. My boyfriend and I decided to do that and we got my ring from. It was so beautiful and and looked like a real diamond ring.
You should really check out this website . My boyfriend just me bought a Tiffany setting and its beautiful! I cant wait to get it. I’ve only read good things about it. He paid $480 for it and its a 1.5 carat. I’ve also read they have more fire than natural diamonds.