how much is reasonable to spend on a garter? (edited to add pic)

I've found some really cute police themed ones (FH is a cop), but they run around $30... does that sound like a lot? Especially considering nobody really sees it... How much did/would you spend?

also, just out of curiousity, what kind of garter are you getting? Any kind of special theme? Satin? Lacey? Just plain white or a plain solid color?

I want to consider all my options before I buy! Thanks!


thanks ladies! Sorry for all the posts tonight... I'm procrastinating writing my paper


just for sh*ts and giggles, here's a pic of the garter I'm considering. I'd probably order it in royal blue rather than navy. What do you all think? Go with this one, or look around for something more generally wedding themed? (like hearts or just blue or something)

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Re: how much is reasonable to spend on a garter?

I think $30 is reasonable. I would say anything under $50 would be a right match for me. If the police themed garter is going to provide you with a meaningful memory or a little bit of humor on your wedding day I would say go for it!

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I got mine with a Mets theme because Nick is a huge fan. I spent about $30. I got the Mets one and a throw away one for that price. I don't know if it was a lot or not, but I knew how much he'd like that so I got it.

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Posted by ZuzusPetals

I think $30 is reasonable. I would say anything under $50 would be a right match for me. If the police themed garter is going to provide you with a meaningful memory or a little bit of humor on your wedding day I would say go for it!

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ha, well, I don't know if it will be meaningful, but I think it will make him happy

and thanks!

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I'm going to be getting a Steelers one, because thats Darren's favorite football team. I already have my throw away. The garter is 35 bucks. He's gonna get a REAL kick out of it. He has NO idea!!

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It's cute. Sure, if you wanted to DIY you could probably get a plain one for much cheaper and add something too it to make it more meaningful. However, not being terribly crafty myself, I'm thinking about spending about the same $30ish on a redskins garter for FH. I'm a huge Giants fan and he loves the redskins....I thought it would be cute

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yea i spend that as well for a cat garter. I think thats such a cute idea since FH is a cop hell love it!!

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I think if it goes with your theme its a nice addition to it-$30 seems completely reasonable to me!

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i spent 40+

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I spent $14.99 and it came with a toss and a keep.

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I'm spending a little over $20. I don't think $30 is unreasonable. I think your FH will LOVE it!!!

Here's mine; this site is pretty good:
http://www.bridalpeople.com/wedding-traditions/9849.asp

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Posted by Cheryl826

I'm spending a little over $20. I don't think $30 is unreasonable. I think your FH will LOVE it!!!

Here's mine; this site is pretty good:
http://www.bridalpeople.com/wedding-traditions/9849.asp

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that is ADORABLE! I love it.

I've definitely been looking at that site a lot, they have a lot of great stuff.

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Posted by alioop4282

I spent $14.99 and it came with a toss and a keep.

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those are beautiful! Where did you get them?

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I'm with alioop4282 I really don't want to spend more than $20 for both.

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$30 is reasonable because it means something to you and FH.

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Posted by alioop4282

I spent $14.99 and it came with a toss and a keep.

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those are beautiful! Where did you get them?

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I got them on ebay!
The sellers name and store are right on the picture I posted. She has lots of colors and they're all really nice.
I bought it and it arrived in three days!
FM if you need help finding her on ebay or have any questions!

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Posted by alioop4282

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Posted by weddingbunny

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Posted by alioop4282

I spent $14.99 and it came with a toss and a keep.

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those are beautiful! Where did you get them?

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I got them on ebay!
The sellers name and store are right on the picture I posted. She has lots of colors and they're all really nice.
I bought it and it arrived in three days!
FM if you need help finding her on ebay or have any questions!

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thanks! I found her ebay store, she's got some great stuff on there!
I'm still torn though between that and spending a little extra for the cop one, which would be a bit more meaningful... ack! Yet another decision to make...

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I think under 50.00 is fine, plus its special and once in a lifetime, go for it....