Thinking of getting married, but not looking forward to the wedding bill? When it comes to weddings, saving money whenever possible can is important. One tip we advise? Start by saving money on the proposal, before even planning the wedding!
Getting a good bargain on a wedding ring will help in the long term, and it’s possible to find high quality rings that are both timelessly beautiful and durable at a lower price. Thank us later when there’s extra money for the wedding party festivities!
Wedding Rings Can Be Quite Expensive
According to a report from the New York Times citing the Jewelers Association of America [1], the average couple in the US spends around $2,000 on their wedding rings. Having to budget for that much money in addition to other fees and living expenses is not easy, but there’s a more affordable way.
Budget-Friendly Weddings Rings are Available
A wedding ring should last while also looking beautiful, but that doesn’t mean people need to spend a lot. Take a look at these suggestions:
Compare Prices
Once the style and materials of the ring have been chosen, we can now start comparing prices from different jewelers. Moreover, competition between sellers is stiff, so take advantage of it and ask for reduced prices. After all, salespeople often have some wiggle room to lower prices when that nets them a commission.
It’s Not Necessary to Purchase From a Jewelry Store
All the fancy interiors in high-end jewelry stores leave a great impression, but they also add to the price of the wedding ring. Despite that, one can use these stores to find out what they prefer, but to find affordable wedding rings, check these places out:
- Big Box Stores are becoming good spots to find all sorts of quality jewelry along with wedding and engagement rings. They get their products in bulk and pass on the saving to the consumer, but they’re better for more common or traditional designs.
- Department Stores are a step up from the big box stores and can have a nicer and wider selection of jewelry in comparison.
- Online Stores are great for easily comparing prices from a large number of vendors, and they also have some of the most sought after bargains.
Try Different Ring Materials
Gold and platinum are go-tos for wedding ring materials, but lots of options are available thanks to advances in metallurgy. Keep in mind that aluminum was once a precious metal according to The Atlantic.[2]
Find The Right Ring
We’ve provided quite a few ideas, but potential buyers should also ask recently-married friends or relatives for advice. There’s a ring out there for everyone once the right person has been found.
[1]https://www.nytimes.com/2014/02/01/your-money/with-engagement-rings-love-meets-budget.html
[2]https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2014/11/aluminum-was-once-one-of-the-most-expensive-metals-in-the-world/382447