Is it crazy to spend $7500 on my wedding band?

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Posted by leeserd

No sorry, I do not have a picture. I saw it at Van Chion of Huntington which is where my enagement ring is from. Take a look at my album if you want to see it . It is a gorgeous 3 carat eternity style princess cut ring. I am a flashy chick so I won't deny that this is an extravagent purchase. It is bling bling! Invisible settings and all. I actually wasn't looking for a wedding band. We were there because my engagement ring was a lil too big so I was getting stabilizers put in. While we were waiting, Tony Chion showed this ring to me. He even winced at the price but explained to me that platinum is very high in cost right now and that it is from a European craftsman. It was one of the most unique and extraordinary pieces of jewelry I have ever seen, truly. Even the inside was carved. I do understand that it is alot though. I have alot of time anyway so I'll see how much we need to shell out for other stuff and see what's left over for the ring...it will happen if it's meant to be!

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ok so sounds like its not a ring you can find just anywhere...definitely dont give up, wait until you get further into the planning and see where you are...would you be willing to split the cost with your FH? or contribute some of it just in case he doesn't like the price lol.

Of course if you have the money I say go for it! I completley agree if your willing to spend that much on a dress that you only wear once why not on your ring. The ring is going to last a lifetime so I think if your cutting your costs in other areas it could be reasonable. I personally do not have that money but get what you love!

If you can afford it, then go for it. It's no one else's place to judge you, and you shouldn't feel the need to justify yourself. We all have certain items that we splurge on - whether it's cars, bags, electronics or jewelry, you have the right to do what you please. I'm sure you and your fh work hard, so if that's the ring you love then you go for it.

But as other posters have mentioned, I would try pricing it out elsewhere - or even consider going the custom route. They are absolutely gorgeous rings, but since they are Tacori, you're paying extra for the Tacori name.

ETA - edited to fix a grammar mistake!

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Posted by leeserd

His money is our money and likewise, I mean I have a decent job, I'm an attorney and he's a banker. Basically, I'm the CEO of the relationship and he's the CFO, meaning he handles our money. So whatever we decide to spend it comes out of the community pot.

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then you two should sit down and have a meeting hahahaha

go for it if you can afford it then why not - i agree with your logic 100%

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Posted by Future Mulligan

go for it if you can afford it then why not - i agree with your logic 100%

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ITA.

But keep in mind that the calculators you use on these kind of websites aren't always accurate, so make sure you're leaving a BIG cushion in case of overspending.

We started off thinking of a certain budget and ended up having to double it when all was said and done.

Take care of the big vendors and reception hall first before purchasing, and just leave room in case of budget changes.

Invitations get thrown out, the dress is worn for one day.... but the ring you will have forever. That's the way I see it.

If that's not enough.. at least the ring will hold value and can appreciate in value.

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Posted by leeserd

No sorry, I do not have a picture. I saw it at Van Chion of Huntington which is where my enagement ring is from. Take a look at my album if you want to see it . It is a gorgeous 3 carat eternity style princess cut ring. I am a flashy chick so I won't deny that this is an extravagent purchase. It is bling bling! Invisible settings and all. I actually wasn't looking for a wedding band. We were there because my engagement ring was a lil too big so I was getting stabilizers put in. While we were waiting, Tony Chion showed this ring to me. He even winced at the price but explained to me that platinum is very high in cost right now and that it is from a European craftsman. It was one of the most unique and extraordinary pieces of jewelry I have ever seen, truly. Even the inside was carved. I do understand that it is alot though. I have alot of time anyway so I'll see how much we need to shell out for other stuff and see what's left over for the ring...it will happen if it's meant to be!

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Very pretty....My set is fromTacori and my wedding band is very similar to yours...... Tacori is a little more costly because each piece is custom crafted to order specifically for the client. My band was not $7500....... But the jeweler is right in that the cost of platinum is very high. We bought our rings last summer and I know platinum has jumped since then!! You should try Ecolin Jewelers in Port Jeff they carry Tacori and are wonderful!


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I agree that if you can afford and you want it, then go for it. Mine was not nearly that amount but I spent a good deal on it anyways. I felt the exact same way as you on invites but I have to say they ended up being a huge splurge for me. I found something I really liked and nothing else made me happy so I ended up getting them. Even though I know most will throw away, I felt strongly about getting them. That was (one of) my splurges. I say go for it. or if you still want to consider options, how about taking the design to a jeweler to have it replicated for cheaper amount.

if you love it and can afford it i say got for it. i could never spend that ammount of money...im band is only $250 lol i would def say shop around a bit first see if someone else can make it or if you can find something like it before you give up all the $$

good luck

My answer to threads like this are always the same:

If you could afford it, go for it, no one is judging you.