I want to propose to my girl freind, but don't have the money for a ring yet. Is a ring a must when proposing?

Answer 1

No. My husband proposed to me without a ring. We had been through a crisis in our relationship leading up to his proposal. His proposal was emotional and genuine. It didn't bother me one bit at the time. All I was thinking when he proposed was how much he loved me in return and how certain he was that he wanted to be a permanent part of my life. I was touched and couldn't hold back the tears either but in the end I was honest with him too and gladly accepted his proposal. A few months later he had saved up enough money to buy a ring. He fooled me into thinking that we were going out to eat lunch at a deli. He instead took me into the jewelry store that was next door to the deli. I still laugh when I remember telling him, " That's the wrong entrance, you goof ball!" He made me a happy woman that day. I was a little girl in a candy store as I chose my ring. He was honest and forth-coming about his price range. I was able to spare him the stress of guessing my taste and preference for rings and chose the ring of my choice. It wasn't until he bought me a ring that we decided to surprise our family and friends with the news the next day. I had to give him some motivation and incentive (Ha ha). Maybe you can do something like this with your girlfriend!

Answer 2

A ring is not a must when you proposed. My fiance and I were engaged before he gave me a ring. The decision to be engage is a committment between two people " you and your significant other" the ring in my opinion is like the seal. This is the symbol made by society really the ring is to show everyone around that you are taken but if you and your partner already know then who cares what anybody else thinks. that is my opinion. When you can afford the ring then give it to her make it something you both will always remember cause everything is a memory you share with one another from here on out whether it be good or bad. :-) Best of luck!!! Congrats!!!

Answer 3

Of course a ring is important. You didn't say how old you are or how old your girlfriend is. That is something to take into effect. The engagement ring that you give to your future wife is something that will be cherished until she dies. So it must be something for her to be proud of and something that you can say you scarified for to give her. If you are very young, you should just start saving with a goal in mind. If you are older say in your late 20's you need to decide what is more important a small promise ring or a nice engagement ring. If your girl is understanding she will accept a promise ring until you are able to financially afford a nice engagement ring.

Check the pawn shops you can find some really nice rings there. She doesn't need to know where it came from she just needs to know that you love her and this is all you can afford at this time.....

Answer 4

Just an opinion but don't ask until you have the money to purchase the ring and provide a home and life for your girl.
Being engaged isn't all about the ring it is the providing the couple to start the process of getting married, not just to say "oh. look at the ring".
Take the time to set a goal plan and work towards it. Wouldn't you rather have a plan than not?

Answer 5

To be perfectly honest about it, I would say you need to have a ring, even if it is a nice temporary ring and not expensive. Can you ask your mother if she has saved a ring that is a family heirloom for you for this purpose? You never know. Your great grandmother's engagement ring might just be in her possession and turn out to be spectacular!
A long time ago, an old boyfriend called me collect to ask me to marry him. It was so tacky, and I didn't love him anyway. I know marriage is mostly about love, but you are just throwing yourself into a pile of stress if you start everything in a hurry without some preparation.

Answer 6

One of my friends recently got proposed to without a ring (besides the promise ring that she already had). I guess she's okay with it because he says he'll find a ring as soon as he can afford it, but personally, it would kind of bother me. I guess a ring kind of says "I am commited to you, and I am commited to this marriage happening." Besides...its just not the same when she doesn't have a pretty ring to show off when she tells people she's engaged!

Answer 7

No; in fact, if she is very detail oriented, it s better to propose without one so she can help pick it out! Maybe do something cute with some kind of stand-in for the actual ring when you propose.

Answer 8

No- a ring is not required, but sometimes expected. You can get her a CZ ring (WAY cheaper than the real thing but still same high quality) and then upgrade it when it is time to get marrried. Lots of people work towards the rings. As long as you have it by the wedding date or soon thereafter, there shouldnt be a problem.

Answer 9

If the girl you want to marry is a good down to earth kind of girl, it won't matter so much about the ring right now... as long as she knows you are planning to get her ring sooner or later.. hopefully by the wedding date... but it is kind of nice to go pick one out together if that is what you choose to do! There is also another way, there are places like Jensen Jewelers that have financing available and instant credit for anyone over 17 years old. That is a good way to get something nice for now... and later,.... and also build up a good credit rating! Good luck... best wishes!

Answer 10

Why rush it save some money up and do it right give her a ring of a life time cause if you want this to be the rest of your life then just think of it that way she will have to wear it in front of her friends and family and this is a refliction onto you. You can get a real nice ring for $800. to $1200. but you can get some even better at $2200. I know it seems like a lot but she will wear for the rest of her life charge it.