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writes:what do guys think about wearing an engagement ring? my bf of 2 years proposed to me out of the blue 6 weeks ago. i was shocked, happy and said yes! when we talked about marriage months ago, i recall he said he thought a man should do the proposing, buy his fiance a ring, but that he would want to wear a ring too as a sign to the world that he is in love and betrothedHe hasn't mentioned this since proposing to me, but i'm thinking of surprising him with a ring, which i guess you could say will be a male engagement ring-what do you think? Good idea or bad idea? Thanks :-)
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reader, chigirl  +, writes (23 October 2012):
 I think it's a good idea, AFTER he has presented you with a ring. He wants to make the first moves, so he should get you a ring first. And then you give him a ring. If he's already given you one then just go ahead and give it to him. It's not every mans cup of tea, but he said he wanted one, so I think it's a good idea to give him one. As long as it is a plain ring without any fancy shmancy. Just plain and simple, example: a plain gold ring. You could use it later as a wedding band.
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 October 2012): Not my thing to be honest but it does sound like a nice idea. Don't surprize him though OP.
Make a day out of it and go shopping together. The surprize was for you, no need to have a second one. Much better that way, he may have changed his mind about having one or he may prefer the idea of choosing. I certainly would.
I would be horrified and disgusted if my girlfriend got me a gold ring for example, although she knows better with our pale Irish complexions, gold looks disgusting. I don't actually like jewellery in terms of precious metals like gold and stuff. I've already told my girlfriend that when we get married I'll be getting a titanium or palladium ring, she actually loves the idea of having non-traditional wedding bands. Maybe your guy would too OP, I think it would be better to consult him as part of the process, but he's your guy you know him best maybe for him a surprize would be awesome.
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reader, So_Very_Confused  +, writes (23 October 2012):
 when we got serious with each other my husband wanted to learn to wear a ring... we got him a lovely band.. (he picked it out) it did not have diamonds or stones... at first he wore it on his right hand... then as we got more serious and we got engaged he switched it to his left hand... now as was his wish he wears the same ring as his wedding band...
I think it's a lovely idea...
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reader, anonymous, writes (23 October 2012): It is a lovely idea. And the fact that he said he would like to wear one is great and very romantic! Just one word of advice. Try and find out what style of ring he likes...and congratulations to you both x
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reader, Honeypie +, writes (22 October 2012):
 I think it's a cute idea honestly. My husband never wore an engagement ring because it just wasn't practical in his job (military). Later when we got married he would wear his weeding ring on his dog-tags lol.
But if you BF/Fiance can wear one I think that would be sweet.
I saw this in an article about etiquette:
Engagement Rings for Men
It is not extremely common for men to wear engagement rings, especially in the U.S. However, some brides may choose to purchase an engagement ring for their fiances, so that the man can also wear a ring during the engagement period. Even though it is not traditional, some women actually propose to their future husbands, and present the man with a ring at the time of the proposal. If a man receives an engagement ring, he is expected to follow the same etiquette that a woman would follow. The ring should be worn on the fourth finger of the left hand, and should be worn in public to indicate the man's engagement status.
Read more: Men's Ring Etiquette | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_6638452_men_s-ring-etiquette.html#ixzz2A4GxKqMx
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