Wednesday, August 3, 2011

A MAH-JOR reveal! My new e-ring & wedding band!


My Original engagement ring and wedding band set :)

I absolutely LOVED my original setting that the hubs picked out for me but I think it might have been a bit more modern and classical then I am haha as I prefer more antique estate jewelry. 


The hubs and I agreed to have my center stone re-set for our wedding anniversary but seeing as how we won't be in the US during our anniversary the hubs said we should have it re-set for my birthday WOOHOO! :)


 Presenting my newly re-set engagement ring! :)


I love my new setting because it has a very vintage feel to it. The hubs picked out a 3 stone ring for me for my original engagement ring and I wanted to keep with the same motif for my new setting. I also loved that he was smart enough to pick out such unique pear shapes side stones for my original e-ring. 


For my new ring I wanted unique sidestones as well so I chose moonstones! These were nearly impossible to find because half moon stones are extremely rare.


My new engagement ring with my original wedding band didn't quite match since my new e-ring is more of a vintage vibe and my wedding band is much more classically modern.

It just so happened that I had lost a diamond pendant that the hubs had given me as a gift a few years ago.  Luckily we had insured my pendant with jewelry insurance (always make sure you insure your fine jewelry - I cannot stress that enough!)   However the company the hubs had purchased the pendant was no longer making that particular pendant so our insurance company they said we could pick anything within our insured price range.  So I decided to pick a new wedding band to go with my new engagement ring :)!  WOOT WOOT!


It's an asscher cut band! 

I love it because it's a nice contrast against the my round e-ring because of the square shape and I think really offsets all the busy-ness of my e-ring.  I also love it because it's "blingy" enough to wear alone without my e-ring if I'm running errands and don't want to wear my full wedding set.



Now I wear my original wedding band on my right hand :)

To say that I love sparkly diamonds is an understatement of EPIC proportions hahaha.


How ADORBS is this Birthday card the hubs made for me <3!!!
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100 comments:

  1. ThisIsAlxAugust 3, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Lovely!! You are such a lucky girl s2

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  2. JC ♔August 3, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Very pretty. I love both your old and new set. :)

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  3. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    zomfg!!!!!!! Both are stunning. you are so lucky and your nails are too damn cute

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  4. FleurLapinAugust 3, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Happy Birthday!!! That thing is massive! I love the wedding band cut a lot (ascher). I actually want a wedding band as an engagement ring instead of one stone. Something like your wedding band but with bigger diamonds would make me one happy gal. Haha. I think I'm the only one who wants a ring like that. LoL

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  5. GeleneAugust 3, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    gorgeous rings!!!! And your nails definitely add more bling (love it!)

    happy birthday too!!! :D

    gellinjelly.blogspot.com

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  6. StephanieAugust 3, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Gorgeous rings!! I've never seen the half moon diamonds before!! You took AMAZING photos of your ring. I give you many E-props blog girl friend! <3 Thank you for sharing your bling!

    Happy Birthday Lisa! <3

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  7. MeAugust 3, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    Gorgeous! I love your choices!

    That card is too cute! And I love your polish in the first pic! :p

    And, Happy Birthday!! :)

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  8. KalmoAugust 3, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    OMG Gorgeous rings. I love how antique and estate feeling your new re-set ring is. ^^

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  9. DonnaAugust 3, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    Holy Moly Girl and WOWWW!!!

    The rings look gorgeous on you and you are one lucky girl! Your husband sure knows how to make us all go gagaga with happy jealous eyes...yesss I am slightly envious lol! It's super nice of you to share it with us!

    =) I just realized that you are going to move to Germany! That's awesomeeee! Have a safe trip!

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  10. CAMILLAAugust 3, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    wow,.. so pretty..
    i love it...
    such a unique rings...

    ow i love the last pic too

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  11. TiffanyAugust 3, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    eeeeekkk!! lucky girl! I'm in the process of either upgrading my diamond or changing the setting so love to see how yours turned out. I love it so much, so unique and so you!!

    Happy birthday darling!

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  12. ShinyPrettyThingsAugust 3, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    oh dayummm gurrrl! you got more bling than a rap star LOL so pretty!!! happy early anniverssary!!! and hope you had a great birthday too! ♥

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  13. alison*elleAugust 3, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    So much shiny and bling! Love it!

    xo, alison*elle

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  14. MimiAugust 3, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    wow, your rings are both breathtaking!!! :D

    <3, Mimi
    http://whatmimiwrites.blogspot.com/

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  15. CherAugust 3, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Gorgeous re done ring, congrats! I like you nails too ;)

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  16. LilyAugust 3, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    omgosh ! Seriously that is quite a stunner...nothing short of fabulous !!

    xxLily
    goldandgray.com

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  17. HollyAugust 3, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Aww Lisa, Lucas is so sweet!

    i LOVE looking at your beautiful ring! it's gorgeous!!!! talk about BLING!!!!

    oh and LOVE the new wedding band! soooo pretty! I wish I could have seen it all in person!!!!!!!! =P

    congrats and happy belated birthday! =)

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  18. UnknownAugust 3, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Amazing!!! That's all I have to say... Lol

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  19. Shop N' ChompAugust 3, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Happy belated!! Your new ring looks extra bling-y and stunning. :D I got my rings at Bailey, Banks and Biddle too but then they sadly closed up shop in Cali due to the recession. T_T Did you order yours online or did you visit a BBB store out of state?

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  20. Iyah LoveAugust 3, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    OMGOSH! Your new engagement ring is so pretty!! :) i absolutely love it!

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  21. UnknownAugust 3, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    The vintage feel is so classic and so stunning. I think I mentioned this before, but you have amazing taste. If I ever get married, I hope you can give me ring advice ;)

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  22. JoAugust 3, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Wow! Your hubby really dotes on you a lot and he has very fine taste for a gentleman. The diamond ring looks really classic and vintage. I love what you did to your nails in the first picture.

    RYC:
    You should make Maldives one of your pit stops among your many cities and countries visited.

    Ah, tt's ok. Interstate visits and relocation could be considered travelling too. One thing good about living in the States would be the road trips to the different states. If I were living in the States, I would make it a point to have road trips to various areas and I would consider that as travelling in my book. Unfortunately in Asia, most of us would always travel "overseas" as countries are too small for road trips.

    I never knew there are hotels specially catered for dogs. I learn something new from you.

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  23. Femme VirtueAugust 3, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    its official, u have the best hubby ever!!! i love that card, so cute!

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  24. sugar sugarAugust 3, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    awwww i love the ring and the band! i also like your nail polishes haha! ^_^

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  25. RichelleAugust 3, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    You guys are such a cute couple. Besides the gorge new ring, the card is so sweet. How do you rebuttal with the gifts?! Do tell.

    richelle
    www.rarepersona.com

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  26. blushforyouAugust 3, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Happy Happy Birthday!! <3

    Love your new ring..so gorgeous...

    xo

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  27. MelyssaAugust 3, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Wooow how pretty!!! They both suit you well and your wedding band is lo-lo-lo-lovely! x

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  28. kaylynAugust 3, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    OMG!! Such a pretty ring! Actually no words can describe how pretty your ring is...

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  29. breakingrumoursAugust 3, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    i cannot stress enough on how sweet your husband is! :) the card is so cute and such a sincere gesture to show his love and care :) your ring reminds me so much of the hellokitty ribbon,just with the centre bigger ^^ Happy Birthday,or belated! :)

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  30. pinkelephant90August 3, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    I love them both but if I had to choose I'd pick your new one. Love it thanks for sharing!

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  31. HollieAugust 3, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    awww he's so sweeet! and Damn, that ring is HUGE! love it!

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  32. GloriaAugust 3, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    OMG how cute (the card)!! and wahwahwahwowwza! The a ginormous ring!! I love the before and after as well, but the re-set one is definitely unique looking. Happy Birthday!

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  33. DianaAugust 3, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Wow girl, you are very fortunate. I love the new ring!

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  34. KeriAugust 3, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    omgomg. The ring is breathtaking! :O

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  35. MandyAugust 3, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    so sweet!!!! and that is one GORGEOUS ring!!!!!!!!! love the card :p

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  36. UnknownAugust 3, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Nice. I like the vintage feel and the band is perfect for your fingers :)

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  37. NelahAugust 3, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    I am almost blind by looking at your new bling bling. Newer and bigger than everrrr. Your rings put both of mine to shame, girl. Your hub gets a vote from me for husband of the year award, he truly spoils you.

    I love diamonds and platinum. Too bad they don't hold value so well like gold.

    Girlie, I hope you can survive without access to Asian food in SA.

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  38. UnknownAugust 3, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    He has great taste and omg woman all that blong on one hand!! Jelly but hppy for you and to many many more anniversaries.

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  39. AnonymousAugust 3, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    OMG LISA THOSE ARE SOOO GORGEOUS!!!

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  40. www.janetteria.comAugust 3, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Amazing! Lucky lucky U! :)

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  41. JoeyAugust 3, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Omg Lisa, that is beautiful!! You've got excellent taste, my dear.
    Why do I always seem to be gushing when ever I read your blog? lol you've such gorgeous things!
    Happy Birthday, sweets!

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  42. SiennaAugust 3, 2011 at 6:51 PM

    OH MY GOSH, those are gorgeous and amazing. you have the best taste. happy bday belle!

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  43. Beautygirl24August 3, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Beautiful! It is so sparkly and eye catching! I could stare at it for days!

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  44. MandyAugust 3, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    oh my goodnessss that is one blingy ring! ahh so gorgeous, lisa!

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  45. PurrincupAugust 3, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    WOW!! You could knock someone's eye out with that! I'm so so jelly. It's so sweet of your hubby to get you a new ring. It's gorgeous!

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  46. MichelleAugust 3, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    sorry - i was blinded by my computer screen. haha. seriously, that is a beautiful set. i, too, love unique rings, settings, and stones (have i showed you my set?) so i of course am in love with your rings.

    also, how adorbs is your hubs and his creative little card? pq made me a card once - it was drawn in pen with stick figures and what i believe was supposed to be a heart...

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  47. KatherineAugust 3, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Wow, this is gorgeous Lisa - I echo earlier comments that I think I was blinded! You did a great job with the reset, beautiful beautiful beautiful and I love your blingy band! I chose a delicate band for my wedding band and now I want a big blingy one too!!

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  48. mizzsandychauAugust 3, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    shineyyyyyy. have i ever told you how lucky you are? hahaha they look wonderful hun, its a good thing when your man has taste! (it's unfortunate that mine doesn't LOL)

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  49. AmyAugust 3, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Lurrrrrve both rings!!! & the card is sooo adorable :) You are one lucky girl~

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  50. LisaAugust 3, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    I love the new bling! XD A girl can never have enough diamonds. The card is so adorablee too!

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  51. Make Mommy ChicAugust 3, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Lisa, what the heck? Is that a skating ring on your hand? How will you be able to function in daily life with a rock that big? Haha. Absolutely gorgeous. Once again, your hubby did a great job. Tell him he's made it a lot harder for normal guys to buy jewelery now- he's set the bar! hahaha! Thanks for the post :)

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  52. welldressedmakerAugust 3, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    oh wow.... That is a gorgeous piece! I absolutely love vintage rings, but yours is way off the scales of AMAZEBALLS! I have no words! :)
    ♥ laura
    the blog of worldly delights

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  53. HarijaAugust 3, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    love the ring and cute!

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  54. LeeLeeAugust 3, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Beautiful ring!!

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  55. Bravoe RunwayAugust 3, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    This ring is gorgeous! The original was pretty but the new one even more fabulous! What a lovely birthday present and I am sure it has some major blinding effect! Enjoy!

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  56. faith120604August 3, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Your rings are so beautiful! Props to your husband for such great taste!

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  57. cushyAugust 4, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    i like vintage setting as well. classic.

    your hubby is so lovely to make diy card. sweet.

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  58. Becca {A Blonde's Logic}August 4, 2011 at 1:32 AM

    Gorgeous rings!! So sparkly!

    Becca
    http://blondeslogic.blogspot.com

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  59. MaraAugust 4, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    Your new set is gorgeous and stands out even more. :)

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  60. StephAugust 4, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    the rings are just gorgeous ~~~ love the re-setted ring, love it's feel =]

    the card is darling~

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  61. Meisha.StyleAugust 4, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    OMG!!!sparkly!!!love it!awww...too sweet!

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  62. Fash BoulevardAugust 4, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    omg. so stunning. thanks for another amazing post. Would love if you'd check out my brand new CELEBRITY TREND REPORT and see pics from my latest stroll through Beverly Hills. Thanks love. xoxo

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  63. VichayaAugust 4, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Wow! That's the only word I can say with your new e-ring.

    But please don't kill me. I like the old one better. :)

    Your doggies are super cute. I'm glad they travel well with you. Really remind me of my old doggy at home. :)

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  64. ???August 4, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    aw~~~the card is soooo cute, my hubby always draws cute thingy on the card he gives me~~~haha~~~i like the 3 stone setting too, and i agree it definitely has a vintage vibe to it~~~to be honest i like both~~~hehe


    Jessy

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  65. stephAugust 4, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    aww congratulations! i love the new, vintage setting. it's beautiful! as my bf & i are looking at settings, i'm always having a hard time deciding, i keep going back & forth!

    xoxo, steph
    hoisinivy.com

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  66. Shop N' ChompAugust 4, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Thanks, girl! Ooh, maybe I have a reason now to visit Texas (aside from the awesome BBQ of course). ;) Mine is from the Vera Wang line (before that too folded). *sigh*

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  67. Fashionable RoseAugust 4, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    i love the new ring! i love vintage like pieces and your ring is fantastic!

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  68. FRANKIE HEARTS FASHIONAugust 5, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    Lisa it is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!! They did such an amazing job...love the vintage antique feel to it. You a lucky girl!! xo

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  69. KatieAugust 5, 2011 at 3:08 AM

    Your ring is out of control gorgeous! xo

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  70. SewPetiteGalAugust 5, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Awww, your hubby is so sweet! I know I say that a lot! Your new e-ring is OMG BEAUTIFUL - the vintage feel to it really suits you and yay for getting to pick a new wedding band too!

    Hubby promised that I get to upgrade my wedding band during our 10th anniversary (now just a plain platinum band) with diamonds and seeing yours makes me so much more excited about this prospect LOL!

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  71. Twenty.SomethingAugust 5, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    So pretty! Love it! Enjoy your birthday too.

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  72. Mindy♥August 5, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    That is absolutely STUNNING, Lisa!! <3

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  73. Rachel - Notes from my closetAugust 5, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I hope you had a great birthday! your engagement ring is just stunning! SO beautiful :)

    Love, Vanilla

    http://notesfrommycloset.blogspot.com/

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  74. AngelaAugust 5, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Nice piece of rock. I am thinking of resetting a diamond into bezel setting with micro pave diamonds. : )

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  75. LAugust 5, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Gorgeous sparkle! I need a diamond like that in my life, LOL


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  76. ATWAugust 5, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    wow it's amazing what can be done out of two completely different ring-models. i love the newer versions!!

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  77. TabathaAugust 5, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    Girl, you always make me drool! I love your jewelry! *starring at your rings*
    I wish my boyfriend could ever afford giving me something like that as a gift. But I guess that's only daydreaming *lol*

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  78. little luxury listAugust 6, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    Totally with you and love the antique vibe!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  79. Hello NakaAugust 6, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    im happy to hear it was insured! and i lvoe your naisl and the rings :3

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  80. TheresaAugust 6, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    OMG! I thought your first set was gorgeous. Your new one is beyond words!

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  81. thepinkmateprojectAugust 7, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    awww sooo sweet! i love the newly re-sent engagement ring! It's vintagey!

    vanessa

    http://thepinkmateproject.blogspot.com/

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  82. ManaAugust 7, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    As much as I wanna say how beautiful and gorgeous your ring is, the first thing that pops into my mind is HUGE! GIGANTIC! Whoooooo! hahahaha You're a lucky girl! =D I love your new antique setting now, you practically got a new set of rings hahaha Thanks for the tip about insuring fine jewelry, though I have none it's a great thing to remember and keep in mind! When are you two officially making the move to Germany?! I can't wait to see your posts once you move and settle there! It's going to make this amazing blog even more.....amazing!!! LOL

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  83. BeckyAugust 8, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    AHHHHHHHHHHH. I'm drooling over your ring!!! IT'S WAY TOO GORGEOUS. Soooo shiny and ahh! Perfect! Definitely unique too! SO jealous.

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  84. YYAugust 8, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Ahh! Happy Birthday and that new set is hugeee. (: Woohoo! I love the old one too but the new one is like beyond words! :D

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  85. s.singhAugust 8, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    sparkle, shine, bling...diamonds diamonds and more diamonds. What a beauty! Luv it! Happy Birthday!

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  86. Safe in the Steep CliffsAugust 8, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    i'm still jealous of your pretty wedding band >.< but then again, i wouldn't wear it because i'm not into rings. i have a wedding band but it's so simple that i barely even know that it's there :]

    reply: also, yes... apparently my house smells like rice O_o i disagree though! rice smells like nothing! lol!

    -robots in trouble

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  87. VelociraptorAugust 8, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    OH my god. The new setting is absolutely STUNNING! You are one lucky lady!


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  88. AudreyAugust 8, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Wow, your husband has great taste! I would love to steal your designer clothes collection and your diamonds! :D

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  89. vnikaliAugust 8, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    soo pretty
    congrats:D
    lots of love
    xx
    www.vnikali.blogspot.com

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  90. Jackie @ EatLove&StyleAugust 8, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    How sweet of him!! And that is one gorgoues ring goes well with your nail polish.

    Jackie

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  91. BonBon Rose Girls KristinAugust 9, 2011 at 4:18 AM

    How lucky are you?? Your new setting is insanely gorgeous!

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  92. SchnappyAugust 9, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Oh, wonderful rings! I want them!!!!:)

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  93. TerriAugust 10, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    How nice! I love the ring, it's beautiful! =) You have great taste hun. xoxo Terri

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  94. Joie de VivAugust 12, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Oh goodness Lisa! Wow wow wow! I love BOTH sets! But in your new setting, your diamond is like "ShaZaam! Here I am!"
    And your Asscher eternity bad? I die!
    Seems like a wonderful birthday doll!

    xx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com

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  95. AnonymousAugust 14, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    I know everyone has commented on the rings (as they are truly beautiful and amazingly perfect ) but I just want to say that has to be the cutest freaking card I have ever seen a man pull together in my life. Your one lucky lady !!!!! xxx

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  96. simplyvonneAugust 15, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    that ring is sooo gorgeous but im sure u probably heard it all already :) your hubby is so sweet for just making you that awesome card!!

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  97. MeryemAugust 17, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Such a pretty ring! I'm about to get engaged and i really can't choose one! It's so hard!

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