How do I convey to my boyfriend what style of engagement ring I like?
444569
ohh thats a tough one. on one hand, you want to make sure you get the ring of your dreams, on the other, you don't want to be like HERE LOOK I WANT THIS! lol.. if i were you, i would talk about it with his sister or mother, or a mutual girlfriend.. who can casuuuually bring it up to him. if this is not an option, i would, again, casuuuually be looking at rings somewhere (in the mall, on TV, online) and nonchalontly be like, omg i looove this one! it's like, the perfect ring! hopefully, if he's the man for you, he'll get the hint :) but of course, you'll love him even if he throws a brass knuckle on your finger, right? :)
24994
What does she like.  You have been going out with this person for the past 6 months, surly you have talked to her about something.  What kind of music does she like?  Does she like perfume?  if you go for perfume make sure it is something that you like and not just the stuff that is the most expensive.  You might try some jewelry, but keep in mind, that if you plan on being around for next Christmas you should go for something conservitive, like earings or a bracelet.  You should save the diamond rings for mid Feb.
615438
a wedding ring comes with different qualities
92180
this year i got my boyfriend a really nice watch. i've framed pictures of us as a gift before. one time he gave me an engraved photo album filled with pics of us so you can try this too. make it something meaningful, maybe buy tickets for his favorite baseball team or a concert for a band he loves.
405262
I was in the jeweltry biz for quite a while, so what I would tell you is to look for a religious ring, not a plain band.  Plain bands are used all the time as wedding rings and you made it clear that's not your thing.  Take a look around.  You can find great looking rings (for males and females alike) that are religiously based, i.e. with crosses on them, doves, that kind of thing.  That way you can still inscribe the verse inside.  Byt the way, I love LOVE that idea.  Good one!!
154731
Don't ever ask him what he wants just simply observe what he likes and buy him what is similar to what you see, but not too similar. For example I  bought my boyfriend (24, who is very much into electronics and things of that sort) a chip for his phone, so he can download games music all sorts of cool stuff. He didn't ask for it , he didn't even know what it was. But when he figured out what he could with it he loved it. He always uses it. So you have to be very observant. I hope this helps. Good Luck.
855198
Jewelry,if she likes pets may a pet like a dog or cat or something. Or if you or her think its the time you should get a engagement ring. Good Luck.
646702
Get you a nice birthstone ring..it will be great gift to symbolize you becomming an adult plus,you can always pass it on to your gaughter when you get older
837392
An engagement ring from some-one close to you or some-one you wanted to marry?
446559
realize him that you love by indirect means.look trendier,smart,and show that u have everything what he wants.Then at some day say him to help you in some work then slowly slowly propose  him.
708259
Maybe you could set your budget at $500, but not necessarily have to spend that amount. It should be the thought & sentiment that is put into buying the ring, not the value money wise. You can spend $30 on a ring, and it can mean more to her than spending $500 on one that you don't really like.\n\nGo for something that you know she will like, but also something that you will like to look at....... that's how my fiance chose my engagement ring (I know you're not going for an engagement ring, but just to give you advice)
1019169
When my gf of just one year had her birthday, I went to ebay and bought a jewel from cambodia.   I got a blue zircon, (she likes blue zircon, and trust me, if you pay attention, the gf will drop the hints.....)\n\nShe took that blue Z and bought a ring and setting for it, (cause she knows gemology), and I have to say,  she did a really good job of making a ring out of it.\n\nSo, look for something unusual, something she likes, and something she can add her own style to.\n\nAND GOOD LUCK WITH THAT!!  (cause,dude???  that's not an easy thing to do!!!)\n\nsincerely:\ntom
94111
this year i got my boyfriend a really nice watch. in the past i've given him framed photos of us. one time he gave me an engraved photo album filled with pics of us, you can try this too. or you can try to find something with a lot of meaning behind it, like a gift that somehow reminds you of how you too first met. you could buy him tickets for his favorite baseball team or tickets to a concert for a band he loves.
506891
a diamond ring for a guy? if he likes those kinda stuff then its ok but it'd be better if u get him something masculine
458209
I was in this situation a couple of months ago, until it all fell apart, but that's an answer for a different question. ;-)\n\nI was really happy with some designs I found at a local custom jewelry shop... big companies overcharge, and can't be nearly as flexible with their designs (they have to sell what appeals to the masses).  If you find a small shop you trust, they'll probably give you a great deal on *exactly* the ring that you want.  That was my experience anyway.
559995
every time u pass by a jewlery store and see something u like just say something like oh this is nice i like this type of jewlery dont u? something like that... hopefully if u say that kind of stuff enough hell understand ur taste
807639
Take it to a jewelers store and ask a professional jeweler for his opinion.\n\nI have to tell you, if you doubt that your significant other would give you a 'real' ring, I'd seriously re-think the whole marriage thing.  If you even believe he is deceiving you with the ring, how can you trust him in any other way?\n\nAlso, you might want to think about your values system.  If you truly love each other and the ring is worth $50, who cares?  Do you want a life long partnership with this person, or are you just a greedy materialist who wants an expensive item to show off to people to 'prove' his love for you?