Every so often, I get to write a sponsored post that is *so* cool, that I sort of can't believe my luck. This is undoubtedly one of those posts. Turtle Love Committee is one of APW's long-time sponsors, and a all-round great match for this site. Cool rings, ethical businesses practices, affordable prices, and jewelery made by independent artists, what is not to love? But. This time they have outdone themselves. I introduce to you the stretchy engagement ring, which is, I-swear-to-god, FREE:
Let me innumerate the reasons that I love this ring:
- I get a lot of emails from people saying, "My partner and I really want to get engaged, but we have to wait because we can't afford an engagement ring." These emails make me really really sad, because getting engaged is about choosing to spend your lives together, not about affording a fancy ring. So, I think the fun engagement ring is the perfect solution. It says, "Hello! We're getting married! And I'm wearing pink sequins to prove it!"
- I was really expecting that David would propose to me with a big, crazy, plastic ring. I thought it would be hilarious. When he didn't, I was slightly confused... it didn't seem quite like him. Well, turns out he had *planned* on it, but was afraid I would be offended. So let me live vicariously through you! Send your partner this link, as a crazy pink hint, and then send me a picture when he proposes. Heck. Send every person that you know is planning on proposing this link. Let the sequins abound!
- Um. If your taste in jewelry is particular, maybe it's better to start with a fun ring, and then choose an engagement ring together?
- And I love any company that has this sense of humor and play. So cheers to the Turtle Love Committee.
And, obviously, after you've gotten your free crazy fun pink stretchy ring from the Turtle Love Committee, you browse their wedding and engagement ring sections. They have some new rings that I love, all at affordable prices:
Yum. Now go forth and shop! (for free!)
Love it! B proposed with a Bazooka Joe wrapper folded, rolled, and secured with packing tape. I know wear something more durable, but it's still my favorite piece of jewelry.
September 15, 2009 10:40 am
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This is perfect! I know a couple who just got engaged and are still looking for the right ring. I'm totally going to send them this :)
September 15, 2009 12:46 pm
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The concept is pretty good!!!!
September 15, 2009 2:28 pm
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This is such a great idea! My FH proposed with a $7 ring because 1. he's currently unemployed and 2. he wanted to surprise me but pick something out together later. I love that they've taken the dollar signs off of getting engaged!
September 15, 2009 3:14 pm
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I just read that the late Prince Rainier of Monaco proposed to Princess Grace with a diamond and ruby eternity ring because those were the colors of his country.
Then he visited Hollywood and saw the enormous engagement rings the stars wore, and felt the need to present her with an enormous diamond ring.
It seems everyone, even royalty, has to deal with the ring b.s.
September 15, 2009 3:36 pm
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Love it!
September 15, 2009 4:11 pm
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I just wish society could get away from the idea that a person even needs to have a ring to be engaged.
It's an idea manufactured mostly by DeBeers, but what about people like me who plan to wear one ring?
I'm doing a botanical style 7.7 mm eternity ring with small diamonds all around as a wedding ring. This artistic beautiful ring can stand alone. And it makes my heart sing.
Sure, I could wear it during engagement, but would prefer to wait until the wedding.
I have no problem with other people opting for engagement rings, but I do have a problem with mindless one-size-fits-all expectations. Especially when it makes other people feel they have to wait to get officially engaged with a ring.
It would be so nice if people quit saying "LET ME SEE THE RING!" Those assumptions take the joy right out of it.
September 16, 2009 7:06 am
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I totally ordered this, but for myself. Now if I were to be Ms. 21st century, I would use it to propose to my boyfriend, and make sure that he wore it ALL THE TIME. Well except when soldering, I imagine burnt sequins smell icky.
September 16, 2009 9:00 am
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Anon-
funny you should mention that. We're talking about wedding rings soon. My story is similar.
Jess-
You saw David's one year anniversary of our engagement reverse proposal ring, right? Hot. (If not, go check March 09 archives.)
Meg
September 16, 2009 1:43 pm
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Meg, you're missing an "e" in "engagement" in the title of this post.
Can I buy a vowel?
;-)
September 17, 2009 6:29 am
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