Kays Diamond Jewelry

Q: I've always assumed engagements went with rings, but lately I've been questioning that notion. I learned about the deBeers thing, and that pi**ed me off. And I don't normally wear jewelry at all, I never bothered to get my ears pierced, and don't really know anything about jewelry. FH and I would of course wear wedding rings for symbolism and to display marital status. Anyone out there without an e-ring, that does or does not regret that decision? Is it a bother to explain ringlessness to others? It's also a pet peeve when people pity me for not having something I don't want. Just feed me some anecdotes about ringless life

A:I used to work at Kays Jewelry and I have seen some gorgeous CZ's set in 14k gold that you couldnt tell were fake unless you were a professional and they usually looked better than some of the real ones. If you buy the lower end of diamonds then you are basically buying frozen spit. They look horrible and have loads of imperfections. I think that if you and your bride are comfortable with CZ's or other stones than by all means go for it. YOu can purchase the stone seperate and then find a beautiful setting

to put it in. AFter youve been married for a while noone really cares what you have on your finger. I dont even wear mine half the time because its so uncomfortable for me to wear jewelry now. For our tenth anniversary/Christmas, DH and I selected a sapphire and diamond ring and a channels set diamond band that I wore together for several years. About 10 months ago, I slipped the sapphire into my jewelry box, as much of my current job involves work that could cause damage to the ring. I still wear the diamond band. My only other "regular" jewelry is my watch. My ears are pierced, but I seldom remember (at 5 am when I'm dressing for work) to put earrings in.