Finding the perfect engagement ring with wedding band can be tricky. It's a big decision, and you want something that looks good and lasts. I've been there! I went through a journey of cheap rings that broke, to mid-range options that were just okay, and finally, to something I truly love. Here's my story, so you can learn from my mistakes.
Like many people, I started with the cheapest option I could find. I thought, "It's just a ring, right?" Wrong! I bought a very inexpensive engagement ring with wedding band online. It was probably around $20. The metal felt flimsy, and the stones looked fake.
My first purchase was super cheap. It lasted maybe a few weeks before the "gold" color started to wear off, revealing a dull, gray metal underneath. A stone even fell out! I learned my lesson: cheap isn't always cheerful.
Here's what I wish I knew then:
One-star review alert! "This ring looked great in the picture, but it was awful in person. The stone was cloudy, and the band was so thin it bent out of shape when I tried to put it on." This is exactly what happened to me!
Verdict: Avoid the super cheap stuff. It's a waste of money in the long run.
Okay, lesson learned. I upgraded to something mid-range. It was… okay. I spent around $100 this time, hoping for better quality. The ring looked better than the first one, but it still wasn't great. The metal was a little thicker, and the stones had a bit more sparkle. But after a few months, the color started to fade again, and the stones didn't look as bright.
I upgraded to something mid-range. It was... okay. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't something I was proud to wear every day. The setting was a bit clunky, and the overall design felt generic.
Here's what I noticed: