Sorry but I completely disagree! "It's just a ring it doesn't mean anything to me" That ring symbolizes your marriage. I'm not saying what you think is stupid, but if you hate diamonds so much, just get a nice cheap ring without a diamond (that's what my did but only because she lost the other 2 my dad bought her so she decided to get a cheap one, just a band i guess?) I don't care how expensive my wedding ring will be or how nice or whatever, just as long as theres something there to symbolize.
Not all diamonds come from Africa, and you being from Canada should know that we have world renowned diamonds. Nobody gets killed over the mining of Canadian diamonds.
@Trashleyyyyyyy Um. As a person who's father is a diamond driller in the Northwest Territories..... I can tell you that you are 100% wrong. People get killed up north all the time.
I know right why spend thousands of dollars on a ring that you might not wear at all or loose it and all that money is thrown away. I rather but something useful (:
you just changed my view on engagement and wedding rings totally. I always thought they were the most perfect symbol for a relationship and i always dreamed about getting one someday, but know i actually feel that you don't really need that if you already have the most perfect symbol for your relationship: the love given by and the presence of your loved one <3
I really respect you for making a video like this. You have tons of consumers watching your video's.. yet you still have the guts to stand up and say diamonds are bull. haha. I actually regret getting my engagement ring.. my husband let me pick it.. I never wear it though. I feel like it would be worth selling it and going on holiday or something.. maybe buy something nice for the house.. :) Thanks for sharing.
You are so right Mimi. Diamonds are so overpriced. It's crazy what people will spend. My fiancee and I don't care for diamonds so he got me an amethyst. And the previous comment is right on, the more I watch your videos the more reasons you give me to keep watching!
Mimi, I couldn't agree MORE with everything you said in this video! You truly radiate love and beauty, inside and out. Thank you for being such an inspiration. :)
Hey Mimi! I completely agree with you about engagement rings and stuff like that! I study management and marketing and know how it works ;) Anyways, marketing is all about creating new people's desires and needs, usually unnecessary. I like your way of thinking! We all should work on our souls more rather than materialistic aspects of living. Send you all lot of love guys <3
Oh my god mimi, I work in jewelry publicity and you said exactly what I think about diamonds .... and more, most of them are not good quality even if they are really expensive.
I don't like diamonds either. My engagement ring is an amethyst which has always been my favourite stone. It's also my husband's birth stone so talk about fate! I get compliments on mine all the time.
I completely agree with you about the whole spending so much on a small piece of jewelry! It's sort of insane in the world of celebrities how they spend hundreds of thousands on an engagement ring, and their marriage only lasts for a few weeks.
i totally agree with mimi why spends so much money one a diamond when there are several other stones on ring that are just as pretty. for example crystals are just as pretty. ( well thats just my belief). i think crystals are just as pretty as diamond and hey there even cheaper.
i totally agree! i told my husband i didnt want a really expensive ring because i loved him for him, not for his money. he ended up getting me a really expensive ring anyway (because he's crazy lol) but it doesnt change the way i feel about him at all. it really wouldnt have mattered to me if it was 1/3rd the price. the love is way more important to me. anyway, i wish you the best in your marriage!
Mimi, I completely appreciate&respect this video. I'm a new subscriber (due to braid-induced frustration, you helped!) - and there are a TON of people out there making hair and makeup videos. I believe this video really represents the difference between you and Leyla and the other channels. You have depth, intelligence, spend time thinking about what you're going to share with us - and you communicate clearly and effectively and personably! Thanks for sharing about your view on rings - love it!
hi, ii think what you're saying is nice but kind of silly. you're so worried about poeple spending lotsa money on diamond rings but you have no problem buying tons of pricey makeup or those expensive furniture. Also, it think that they type of your ring doesn't really matter but when you're married in my opinion, you have to wear your ring cuz it's a sign of eternal love and it represents love and marriage to your spouse. i think that marriage rings are impo cuz it is a beautiful sign of love!
First of all i dont know how i ended up watching this vid..uhmm! Anyways i have nothing against this girl, never watched her vids before....but what she is saying is just.... ridiculous im sorry but this is how i feel about it... if she really cares about people being exploited for diamonds or any other product or thing she wouldn't have those expensive furnitures... i mean...come on! People are also exploited for furnitures,clothes and other other things she uses and wears..makes no sense!
I feel the same. Rushing out of the house, etc. I take them off to shower, wash dishes and then forget to put them back on. Plus gold doesn't always go with what you are wearing. There are so many other nice rings out there to wear. Why be limited. And even if you are wearing a wedding band guys will still hit on you regardless (and vice versa). Proof of your commitment to your partner comes from your actions and words, not just from a piece of jewellery.
i really see your point and i think more people should think that way. personally, i am very inspired by symbolism and i like tanglible things being symbolic of something bigger. so i don't think wedding jewellery is necessary at all, but when i get married i'd quite like a ring, just as a tangible symbol. i don't think they're important, but they're not stupid. i know that's not what you were saying though:) x
@jjforver8942 - Marriage isn't about taking or being taken. :)) It's about giving: giving your heart and sharing your life with another person. If haven't given of yourself in that way, no piece of jewelry can change it or make you commit. But if you have made that commitment to another person, a lack of jewelry likewise can't change it. Some of the strongest marriages I know completely lack wedding jewelry - like my parents, married almost 35 years and no rings!
This is the 2nd video of yours that I've watched (YT recommended you to me today) and gosh, this video of yours is so refreshing and eye-opening to me. In one 8 minute video you have literally made me question the importance of wedding/engagement rings. WOW! I'm not engaged but always thought that when I was, I'd want a certain ring etc, but now I realise that it was because of other people's perception. More of us shouldn't care, and should allow the love to speak for itself x
@5TinyTiger : it wouldn't be the best to do that because for some places a necklaces with a ring on it mean that they are single and want to look for someone to be with..
@preciousgem881 Me too! People just don't get it. They are entitled to their own opinion, but I just don't need or want a small piece of jewelry worth so much money to be the symbol of my relationship. Yay for down-to-earth women! :)
Mimi, you have no idea how many people look at me like I'm crazy when I say that I never want a diamond ring. I want something simple like yours that I can look at and be reminded of the love that I share with my partner. Heck, I would settle with a plastic ring if it was given to me with love! :)
I am so glad you made this video. I totally agree. A diamond wedding ring seems too pricey, and for what? I want a cute wedding band that doesn't get in the way. Amen to costume jewelry.
I agree with you! I would still like a ring when I get married, for all the symbolic reasons. But I DON'T CARE how expensive it is... I mean I want a niceish one that won't tarnish over time but I definitely don't want it to cost an arm and a leg. It's just a ring. Although my boyfriends has mom told us she'd be ashamed if her son bought a ring worth less than $5k.. I suspect we'll just get a cheaper one and tell her that it cost more, ha! No wedding band though, I think just one ring is enough.
I think you bring up a good point, that the diamond shouldn't cost an arm and a leg. My opinion, however, is that the ring symbolizes love and commitment. It doens't have to be a diamond. I don't care if the ring costs $5, or doesn't have a diamond. it's just the symbolic meaning. I think a lot of women want a flashy ring to impress their friends, but some women want a ring to symbolize their commitment. That is why I want an engagement ring.
@ikziehetprobleemni what are Catholic times? Catholicism is a religion, and an active one at that. Are we still in Catholic times? You post made little to no sense.
my name is Marcia i live in Florida but i am from Brazil...i have been watching you and i loooooove you...and now much more to know that we have the same opnion.
Wow, I never thought of it like that! You have really re-shaped my opinion on engagement rings, and the true value of a diamond. :) I will have to show my boyfriend this video! When we get married, I'd love to have a wedding band that is as meaningful and poignant as yours. Much love to you, Mimi! <3
oohh i love daimonds but also i understand you what your saying is really true about those story's but i like it if its simple because big once look like see what ive got and i dont wear them so other people can see what i wear i wear them because i like them so my rings are small loveyou<3
I completely agree with you MiMi! I don't want anything extravagant either. I personally prefer just a band. But I'd be fine if I never got a ring. Love you so much!
I completely agree with you MiMi! I don't want anything extravagant either. I personally prefer just a band. But I'd be fine if I never got a wrong. Love you so much!
i think your view is great my husband doesnt have or want a ring my dad never had one either he wanted a really nice pocket watch instead...i do have one and i LOVE it and wear it everyday it never comes off. Wedding rings dont have to cost a fortune some women just go overboard expecting this huge expensive diamond when thats not what it should be about at all.
While I love my wedding ring, I do agree and see your point of view! I would highly recommend the book Committed: A love Story by Elizabeth Gilbert! Talks about all kinds of wedding facts including the history of diamonds and wedding rings in general! Btw, you are absolute beautiful! Stunning!
The origin of engagement rings is actually different. In catholic times women had to be virgins in order to be attractive for marriage. So once a woman got engaged, everybody knew that she'd probably loose her virginity before she got married. If the engagement would break off, it would be very difficult for her to find a new partner. The ring had to be very expensive, as a pay off incase the engagement would end and she wouldn't find a new husband and have to support herself. True story ;)
@EverythingLuxy The bigger the diamond the more expensive I suppose:) I must say your video really made me think, thank you for that! I absolutely adore your videos! This channel even more so than your main channel! It's wonderful to see intelligent, beautiful guru's that speak eloquently ... And you guys really are the first girls on youtube that I feel some connection to with regard to what you have to say & your personal style, which I LOVE! If you're ever in Belgium let me know :) <3
@EverythingLuxy No I suppose not, gorgeous. But the bigger the diamond the more valuable the ring, I guess :) I just thought it was an interesting story :)
@EverythingLuxy Engagement rings used to traditional be different types of stones like Rubys or Saphires. My mom has a Ruby ring that used to be an engagement ring that she inheirited. People value diamonds as engagement ring because they were considered rare, but they really arent that rare.
@EverythingLuxy you're entirely right, and its really refreshing to have someone else share my opinion. I'm an earth science major, and we have this nerdy joke about how DeBeers started the whole 'Diamonds are forever' spiel, when in fact diamonds would burn quite easily in a fire... so really diamonds are not forever, sapphires are. But yeah, the whole concept is outdated and unnecessary if you're committed.
@ikziehetprobleemni "in catholic times"? did you mean something else? because technically we could still be described as living in "catholic times"... catholicism is just a religion, not a historical period :)
Mimi i totally agree with you. I am engaged myself and I told my fiance before hand that I never wanted a ring for my engagement because I am not materialistic. Although my fiance and I will be getting matching wedding bands to show our marriage but I don't believe a diamond should represent a marriage or ones love for another. and Congratulations on your marriage I wish you the best. <3
I rarely wear my rings, and I never used to wear them to work because I was terrified I'd lose them somehow. All the married women at my workplace seemed to think it was strange, and it made me feel awkward. I love my husband and I'm not interested in anyone else, but it seems to be that women think if you don't wear your ring that maybe your eyes are wandering? Stupid reasoning really.
I totally understand your feelings on rings and everything, I think you make a great statement. But the ring you have with a diamond does somewhat show alex's love to you... If i were you and did not like diamond rings, I would just out it on a plain gold chain. make it a necklace ! (:
I agree with your subject on diamonds. That said I strongly feel that a married man and a women should at least wear a simple wedding band. It declares to the outside world that you are married, it is then easy for people to respect that status (especially if they do not know you) and then there is no confusion. It is true that a ring does not make a marriage, just as a wedding dress does not signify purity, but a simple ring is a recognisable symbol of the union.
i feel the same way too !!! i told my boyfriend not to think about dimonds at all cause i do not like them ... for the same reason you have meantioned .... i do not wear rings in general too .. if i have a ring it is something nice with color ... not a boring dimond
You are so humble and down to earth. I agree with you 100% , it also made me smile when you mentioned you liked the bsb... i also loved Nick Carter when i was younger hah.
I hear ya girl! My boyfriend gave me a ring when I was pregnant 3 1/2 years ago. I recently lost it and wasn't upset, surprisingly. He took me to get a new one because he wanted to, not because I think I "need" one. We're not married but we've been together for 7 years. I don't care to ever get married. I think our love is all we need :)
I love the idea of taking something important to you and making it into two wedding bands. It makes you feel as if you were a person on your own in life and when you found the perfect someone you are a perfect pair. One piece into two beautiful pieces. I believe a ring symbolizes your commitment to your other half and it shouldn't have to be so elaborate. Thank you for sharing your story. You are a beautiful couple.
I do not quite agree with you on this subject. It is not the physical presence of a ring or diamonds, but the meaning behind it that matter. A wedding band or engagement ring usually steps up a relationship from anything you can walk out of to something of much more importance. Why? Bc a normal guy would not give you something that expensive for no reason. I can see that if to you, particularly, the ring does not bear such an important meaning, you could care less about it.
Im married for 3 years now ( very happy years) and we do not wear the weeding rings... never.... we are married in our hearts and our minds... we do not need a ring to prove it... but everybody ask us a lot why we do not wear it....
Hi Mimi... I just love so much both channels you and Leyla have. I always feel like you guys are just sitting in front of me casually chatting like girlfriends. LOL You both just brighten my day.
I like you do not value the wedding ring my husband got me. I actually LOST it by accident!!! But we have been together for 8 years, I like you, I can attest that a ring means very little in the way of symbolizing the amount of love in a relationship.
I totally agree that wearing wedding rings does not promisse a lifelong marriage. My parents have been married for 23 years now and they do not wear wedding rings at all. Yet they are happily married and it seems like they will stay together forever. I wish the same to you and your husband. You are truly in love with each other and this is all that matters. All the best Darling xxx
that is so precious! I love that your wedding band represents your history and your unity as a couple instead of trying to make a materialistic statement. I admire you so much and for sharing your point of view. I agree with everything you said! You truly are beautiful on the inside and the outside.
During my parent's 25th anniversary, they melted their old wedding band and the new one and did the same thing that you did. They have theirs engraved with messages to each other though and it's heavier too cause there's more gold. And I totally agree with you!Material things aren't what makes a relationship work but the love between the two people. Keep making wonderful videos!
Mimi, I understand that in West Africa, Blood diamonds result in the suffering and death of many people. However, in many countries such as my own, Botswana, diamonds help the government to provide necessary services for the people. In fact, 33 percent of their GDP comes from trade of diamonds. Each purchase of a diamond from the country means food for families, a better health care system, better infrastructures and even free education for children.
Mimi, I totally agree with you and feel the same. I don't care for diamonds at all. When my grandparents or mom would buy me diamond and I don't we wear them as often they would get offended.. but it's not that. It's because it's so expensive and I don't wanna lose them. It really is ridiculous to spend so much on a tiny diamond. When you can take all that money and do so much better things with it and get alot out of it instead of just one small ring.
diamonds are a waste ogf money, cubic zirconia looks the exact same :)
my husband and i chose to spend money on a down payment on a house then a diamond and i have a cubic zirconia and no one can tell the difference.
the lady at the jewelry store when we were looking at engagement rings told us that to the untrained eye no one can tell the difference between a diamond and a cubic zirconia :)
You could always get a ring from Diamond Nexus Labs, they are made in a lab, but are basically made up of the same thing as a real diamond! Check it out, one day when I get engaged I wouldn't mind getting one that's been "made".
Hi Mimi :) thanks for posting this video. I really respect you for your strong personality and clear opinion on the subject. I may not have the same opinion, as I'm a traditional person and I'm willing to wear the engagement ring and the wedding one (even if it's with a diamond, because I find not only not buying this jewellery is a way to help but also donating proper organisations) but I really think it's fantasctic you are so open and willing to share your idea. Keep it up!
Everybody gives so much about wedding/engagement rings. I have an engagement ring and wear it everyday because my boyfriend really wants me to wear it. I wouldn't really wear it everyday.It's not because you don't wear a ring that you don't love the person who gave it to you. I have a ring that I've got from my mother and I don't wear that everyday too.That's the same actually. My engagement ring is really worn off, that's a pitty. Wouldn't be like that if I didn't wear it every day.
Wow I totally agree with you in everything. I have been married for ten years and all I wear is a simple sterling silver band that u love so. I also have friends who got engaged with huge diamonds and there marriage didn't last. So I agree with you. Your wedding band is gorgeous and and the story behind it is beautiful. :)
Mimi, I Totally Agree With You. Im Not As Interested In Diamonds & All That Material Stuff. I Like Costume Rings & All That But Most Of The Time, I Never Wear Rings. I Think That People Dnt Understand The Word "Opinion" It Kinda Sets Them Off Because They Arent Used To People Disagreeing With Them. Personally, I Understand Where U Come From In This Video And I Really Appreciate Your Honesty. I Have Seen You And Your Husband Do A Vid Together & Yall Are Genuine. Wish You All The Best ! <3
I think it is lovely that you are so down to earth and that you prioritize values over material things. I totally get that. When you talked about ur parents selling theirs because "times were hard", I guess thats why it's so special to me. Anyone can go buy one. It's the work behind it, and the thought of my guy trying so hard to obtain something exclusive for me. He is trying to prove a point that "I would do anything for you". That's why I love them. And it's a nice reminder also.
I TOTALLY agree!!! I personally don't want to be part of the blood diamond industry!!! People die every day just so we can wear diamond....terrible!!!
My goodness,you are amazing.I'm a girl and I totally look up to you and Leyla. You truly are good people and that is very hard to come across in today's society! Keep up the amazing work.xoxo :)
Wow, i didnt realize you were getting so much flack for this video. I for one, loved your ring story. Many of the longest lasting couples I know (my parents included) never felt the need to wear wedding rings. However, EVERY divorced couple I know did. A ring only has as much meaning as you give to it, and if you do not want to wear yours, that is your prerogative. I mean if you really think a ring is going to stop people from hitting on you, you have a lot to learn.
Mimi, how long as you feel good about selling the rings & donateing the money you should do it. When Alex is okay with that why not then? i love how you and leyla always inspire me, because of being unselfish in every kind of way. You two are such good & lovely persons that it's hard for me to understand how people write you 'hate' comments. Even though - i wouldnt sell my wedding ring because it has a story. You know what i mean? but it's still your decision :) <3 Love you.
Mimi, you look so beautiful in this video, that purple shadow brings out your eyes and gorgeous hair! I love it! Second, I find your opinion so valuable and inspiring it also makes me think about it too. I also watched Bloody Diamond and it really impacted me. I'm not a big fan of diamonds, but just because I think they're not my style. I do love the gold bands and they totally go with the delicate and sophisticated couple you and Alex are. Love you Mimi! Thanks for the sincere response :)
Thank you for making this video and shinning some light on a very important issue in our society today.PPL ARE DYING in Africa for diamonds.I just recently got engaged and I feel the same way you do.Haters are gonna hate. Keep doing your thing, love.
Sorry but I completely disagree! "It's just a ring it doesn't mean anything to me" That ring symbolizes your marriage. I'm not saying what you think is stupid, but if you hate diamonds so much, just get a nice cheap ring without a diamond (that's what my did but only because she lost the other 2 my dad bought her so she decided to get a cheap one, just a band i guess?) I don't care how expensive my wedding ring will be or how nice or whatever, just as long as theres something there to symbolize.
DashingxOx 7 hours ago
ahaha i have a gold ring tht used to be my mothers ;)
Kayzadian21 12 hours ago
Not all diamonds come from Africa, and you being from Canada should know that we have world renowned diamonds. Nobody gets killed over the mining of Canadian diamonds.
Trashleyyyyyyy 1 day ago
@Trashleyyyyyyy Um. As a person who's father is a diamond driller in the Northwest Territories..... I can tell you that you are 100% wrong. People get killed up north all the time.
Beevan29 1 day ago
i love both of you soooo much <3 thank you so much for these videos.. greets from austria :)
sevde38 1 day ago
i used to like diamonds when i was little but don't now
missqudsia93 2 days ago
I didn't know you were from Toronto!! yay! I'm so glad you girls represent well! You guys arne' like other gurus, so not superficial! <3
tootifrooti1101 6 days ago in playlist Uploaded videos
awwww Mimi (: thats a sweet opinion
HBieberTM 1 week ago
I hate diamonds too for the same exact reasons lol
GotGinju 2 weeks ago
I know right why spend thousands of dollars on a ring that you might not wear at all or loose it and all that money is thrown away. I rather but something useful (:
FabAngie1 2 weeks ago
completely respect your opinion, but is it bad that I still want a fat rock on my finger? ahhaha.
korinaerin 3 weeks ago in playlist Uploaded videos 7
you just changed my view on engagement and wedding rings totally. I always thought they were the most perfect symbol for a relationship and i always dreamed about getting one someday, but know i actually feel that you don't really need that if you already have the most perfect symbol for your relationship: the love given by and the presence of your loved one <3
chinasia15 3 weeks ago in playlist More videos from EverythingLuxy
I really respect you for making a video like this. You have tons of consumers watching your video's.. yet you still have the guts to stand up and say diamonds are bull. haha. I actually regret getting my engagement ring.. my husband let me pick it.. I never wear it though. I feel like it would be worth selling it and going on holiday or something.. maybe buy something nice for the house.. :) Thanks for sharing.
yourenot 1 month ago in playlist Uploaded videos
You are so right Mimi. Diamonds are so overpriced. It's crazy what people will spend. My fiancee and I don't care for diamonds so he got me an amethyst. And the previous comment is right on, the more I watch your videos the more reasons you give me to keep watching!
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I completely agree with you on the diamond thing. Diamonds are over rated.
pureroar 1 month ago
I thought it was about YOUR wedding ring story...
PriscilaLOVES22 1 month ago
WHERE DID you get your shirt????? i loveeeeeeeeeeeeee it:)
rachelq99jake 1 month ago
AGREE!! :D
LiiViirus 1 month ago
Mimi, I couldn't agree MORE with everything you said in this video! You truly radiate love and beauty, inside and out. Thank you for being such an inspiration. :)
LaylaJadeXO 1 month ago
Hey Mimi! I completely agree with you about engagement rings and stuff like that! I study management and marketing and know how it works ;) Anyways, marketing is all about creating new people's desires and needs, usually unnecessary. I like your way of thinking! We all should work on our souls more rather than materialistic aspects of living. Send you all lot of love guys <3
ThePaulinaGR 1 month ago
You sound like Carrie from sex and the city..lol
ourluv3 1 month ago
Hi Mimi! Totally adore your decor! can you plz let me know where did you get the headboard for your bed?! Thx in advance!
catusashams 1 month ago
Can you let me know what kind of curliness you used for this hair style you have today?
Thank you :)
rozowapanter11 1 month ago 2
Oh my god mimi, I work in jewelry publicity and you said exactly what I think about diamonds .... and more, most of them are not good quality even if they are really expensive.
camgrandebrune 1 month ago
I don't like diamonds either. My engagement ring is an amethyst which has always been my favourite stone. It's also my husband's birth stone so talk about fate! I get compliments on mine all the time.
mystachicka 1 month ago
the more i watch your videos the more reasons u give me to keep watching them...u r a thoughtful person mimi..
TheBillibabu 2 months ago 30
I completely agree with you about the whole spending so much on a small piece of jewelry! It's sort of insane in the world of celebrities how they spend hundreds of thousands on an engagement ring, and their marriage only lasts for a few weeks.
sipoffaith 2 months ago
i totally agree with mimi why spends so much money one a diamond when there are several other stones on ring that are just as pretty. for example crystals are just as pretty. ( well thats just my belief). i think crystals are just as pretty as diamond and hey there even cheaper.
eprincess102 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
who's the other women who makes the vids on this channel??? :L im soo confused??
adelle2541 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@adelle2541 They are sisters, and they own a hair extensions company together. :)
ErisedMarauder 2 months ago
@adelle2541 LEYLA
CHiNA1724 2 months ago in playlist More videos from EverythingLuxy
wow ur hairs awesome!
TheOnetreehillxoxo 2 months ago
i totally agree! i told my husband i didnt want a really expensive ring because i loved him for him, not for his money. he ended up getting me a really expensive ring anyway (because he's crazy lol) but it doesnt change the way i feel about him at all. it really wouldnt have mattered to me if it was 1/3rd the price. the love is way more important to me. anyway, i wish you the best in your marriage!
MrsCarter213 2 months ago
Mimi, I completely appreciate&respect this video. I'm a new subscriber (due to braid-induced frustration, you helped!) - and there are a TON of people out there making hair and makeup videos. I believe this video really represents the difference between you and Leyla and the other channels. You have depth, intelligence, spend time thinking about what you're going to share with us - and you communicate clearly and effectively and personably! Thanks for sharing about your view on rings - love it!
korlando 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
hi, ii think what you're saying is nice but kind of silly. you're so worried about poeple spending lotsa money on diamond rings but you have no problem buying tons of pricey makeup or those expensive furniture. Also, it think that they type of your ring doesn't really matter but when you're married in my opinion, you have to wear your ring cuz it's a sign of eternal love and it represents love and marriage to your spouse. i think that marriage rings are impo cuz it is a beautiful sign of love!
MrDeathmaster131 2 months ago
First of all i dont know how i ended up watching this vid..uhmm! Anyways i have nothing against this girl, never watched her vids before....but what she is saying is just.... ridiculous im sorry but this is how i feel about it... if she really cares about people being exploited for diamonds or any other product or thing she wouldn't have those expensive furnitures... i mean...come on! People are also exploited for furnitures,clothes and other other things she uses and wears..makes no sense!
anabela2787 2 months ago
I feel the same. Rushing out of the house, etc. I take them off to shower, wash dishes and then forget to put them back on. Plus gold doesn't always go with what you are wearing. There are so many other nice rings out there to wear. Why be limited. And even if you are wearing a wedding band guys will still hit on you regardless (and vice versa). Proof of your commitment to your partner comes from your actions and words, not just from a piece of jewellery.
cgrasso74 2 months ago in playlist Inspirational and Personal
i saw the film you mentioned blood diamond it was really powerful thank you for that :D it forced me to think yes you are right be happy with alex :D
elliemoon643 2 months ago
i really see your point and i think more people should think that way. personally, i am very inspired by symbolism and i like tanglible things being symbolic of something bigger. so i don't think wedding jewellery is necessary at all, but when i get married i'd quite like a ring, just as a tangible symbol. i don't think they're important, but they're not stupid. i know that's not what you were saying though:) x
ohalicerose 2 months ago
@jjforver8942 - Marriage isn't about taking or being taken. :)) It's about giving: giving your heart and sharing your life with another person. If haven't given of yourself in that way, no piece of jewelry can change it or make you commit. But if you have made that commitment to another person, a lack of jewelry likewise can't change it. Some of the strongest marriages I know completely lack wedding jewelry - like my parents, married almost 35 years and no rings!
TheSuperNoms 2 months ago
I get what you are saying. But I feel that if you are married you should wear some kind of ring. Because it symbolizes that you are taken.
jjforver8942 3 months ago
This is the 2nd video of yours that I've watched (YT recommended you to me today) and gosh, this video of yours is so refreshing and eye-opening to me. In one 8 minute video you have literally made me question the importance of wedding/engagement rings. WOW! I'm not engaged but always thought that when I was, I'd want a certain ring etc, but now I realise that it was because of other people's perception. More of us shouldn't care, and should allow the love to speak for itself x
ChloeLeBreton1 3 months ago
Very nice story
makeupjunkie512 3 months ago
I totally agree with you.
NedegaDolma 3 months ago
@5TinyTiger : it wouldn't be the best to do that because for some places a necklaces with a ring on it mean that they are single and want to look for someone to be with..
ilovesoda1001 3 months ago
You posted this video on my birthday!!
thegreenjellibean 3 months ago
thank u habibi <3
soso23458 3 months ago
I googled Blood Diamond after you said that(: And anyways I totally agree 100%!
amn23451 3 months ago
SO TRUE. FOR ME DIAMOND DONT HAVE VALUE, OUR TEETH HAS A MORE VALUE THAN A DIAMOND :)
mimituico 3 months ago
@pshposhx3 She's from Azerbaijan.
aubergined 3 months ago
what country are you from?
pshposhx3 3 months ago
@preciousgem881 Me too! People just don't get it. They are entitled to their own opinion, but I just don't need or want a small piece of jewelry worth so much money to be the symbol of my relationship. Yay for down-to-earth women! :)
kcaldwell07 4 months ago
I agree 100% I'm always looked at weird when I say I don't like diamonds.
preciousgem881 4 months ago
Mimi, you have no idea how many people look at me like I'm crazy when I say that I never want a diamond ring. I want something simple like yours that I can look at and be reminded of the love that I share with my partner. Heck, I would settle with a plastic ring if it was given to me with love! :)
taliecakes 4 months ago
What happend to the dimond rings?
LemanTangerine 4 months ago
I love love love your hair in this video -3
ArtaPopTarta 4 months ago
I am so glad you made this video. I totally agree. A diamond wedding ring seems too pricey, and for what? I want a cute wedding band that doesn't get in the way. Amen to costume jewelry.
adorablebelle 4 months ago in playlist More videos from EverythingLuxy
you make such a great point
mitziebabess 4 months ago in playlist More videos from EverythingLuxy
I agree with you! I would still like a ring when I get married, for all the symbolic reasons. But I DON'T CARE how expensive it is... I mean I want a niceish one that won't tarnish over time but I definitely don't want it to cost an arm and a leg. It's just a ring. Although my boyfriends has mom told us she'd be ashamed if her son bought a ring worth less than $5k.. I suspect we'll just get a cheaper one and tell her that it cost more, ha! No wedding band though, I think just one ring is enough.
Secretariat442 4 months ago 11
I think you bring up a good point, that the diamond shouldn't cost an arm and a leg. My opinion, however, is that the ring symbolizes love and commitment. It doens't have to be a diamond. I don't care if the ring costs $5, or doesn't have a diamond. it's just the symbolic meaning. I think a lot of women want a flashy ring to impress their friends, but some women want a ring to symbolize their commitment. That is why I want an engagement ring.
destiny13006 4 months ago
a quick video?? its 8 mins
MegaMakeeup 4 months ago
Lol..share ur piece of mind..I wz thrown off 4 a min..
TTHeavensent 4 months ago
mimi, tread your rings onto a chain and wear it as a necklace.
it'll look stunning and it'll show that you care about the effort your husband went into :)
5TinyTiger 4 months ago
@ikziehetprobleemni what are Catholic times? Catholicism is a religion, and an active one at that. Are we still in Catholic times? You post made little to no sense.
Patty0147 5 months ago 2
You are so right. your rings mean so much more now. love it.
HoneyandBella 5 months ago
By the way...my husband and i wear his grandparentes' yellow wedding ring... and we r very happy :)
MciaFlor 5 months ago
I COMPLETLY AGREE WITH YOU!!!!
my name is Marcia i live in Florida but i am from Brazil...i have been watching you and i loooooove you...and now much more to know that we have the same opnion.
May God bless you!!!
MciaFlor 5 months ago
Can u do a wife tag please
antzyo12 5 months ago
Wow, I never thought of it like that! You have really re-shaped my opinion on engagement rings, and the true value of a diamond. :) I will have to show my boyfriend this video! When we get married, I'd love to have a wedding band that is as meaningful and poignant as yours. Much love to you, Mimi! <3
sugarycactus 5 months ago
oohh i love daimonds but also i understand you what your saying is really true about those story's but i like it if its simple because big once look like see what ive got and i dont wear them so other people can see what i wear i wear them because i like them so my rings are small loveyou<3
JSeremer 5 months ago in playlist Meer video's van EverythingLuxy
I agree
katieAran1987 5 months ago
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I completely agree with you MiMi! I don't want anything extravagant either. I personally prefer just a band. But I'd be fine if I never got a ring. Love you so much!
balvarado1986 5 months ago
I completely agree with you MiMi! I don't want anything extravagant either. I personally prefer just a band. But I'd be fine if I never got a wrong. Love you so much!
balvarado1986 5 months ago
Darlin - your extensions in the video are showing.
daniellechesney 5 months ago
i think your view is great my husband doesnt have or want a ring my dad never had one either he wanted a really nice pocket watch instead...i do have one and i LOVE it and wear it everyday it never comes off. Wedding rings dont have to cost a fortune some women just go overboard expecting this huge expensive diamond when thats not what it should be about at all.
schnauzergirl43 6 months ago
While I love my wedding ring, I do agree and see your point of view! I would highly recommend the book Committed: A love Story by Elizabeth Gilbert! Talks about all kinds of wedding facts including the history of diamonds and wedding rings in general! Btw, you are absolute beautiful! Stunning!
MsBellaJul 6 months ago
The origin of engagement rings is actually different. In catholic times women had to be virgins in order to be attractive for marriage. So once a woman got engaged, everybody knew that she'd probably loose her virginity before she got married. If the engagement would break off, it would be very difficult for her to find a new partner. The ring had to be very expensive, as a pay off incase the engagement would end and she wouldn't find a new husband and have to support herself. True story ;)
ikziehetprobleemni 6 months ago 19
@ikziehetprobleemni Oh, I'm sure that's true :) But it didn't have to be a diamond ring, did it? :)
EverythingLuxy 6 months ago 22
@EverythingLuxy The bigger the diamond the more expensive I suppose:) I must say your video really made me think, thank you for that! I absolutely adore your videos! This channel even more so than your main channel! It's wonderful to see intelligent, beautiful guru's that speak eloquently ... And you guys really are the first girls on youtube that I feel some connection to with regard to what you have to say & your personal style, which I LOVE! If you're ever in Belgium let me know :) <3
ikziehetprobleemni 6 months ago
@EverythingLuxy No I suppose not, gorgeous. But the bigger the diamond the more valuable the ring, I guess :) I just thought it was an interesting story :)
ikziehetprobleemni 5 months ago
@EverythingLuxy Engagement rings used to traditional be different types of stones like Rubys or Saphires. My mom has a Ruby ring that used to be an engagement ring that she inheirited. People value diamonds as engagement ring because they were considered rare, but they really arent that rare.
Nickyvette381 2 months ago in playlist Uploaded videos
@EverythingLuxy you're entirely right, and its really refreshing to have someone else share my opinion. I'm an earth science major, and we have this nerdy joke about how DeBeers started the whole 'Diamonds are forever' spiel, when in fact diamonds would burn quite easily in a fire... so really diamonds are not forever, sapphires are. But yeah, the whole concept is outdated and unnecessary if you're committed.
lovingtheglam 2 months ago
@ikziehetprobleemni This is fascinating!
VamptasticVamp 6 months ago
@VamptasticVamp :) I hope that's not sarcastic, if it's not: Thanks :D x xx
ikziehetprobleemni 6 months ago
@ikziehetprobleemni Not at all! Your anegdote was very interesting :)
VamptasticVamp 6 months ago
@VamptasticVamp Thanks, you are too kind ! :D
ikziehetprobleemni 5 months ago
@ikziehetprobleemni Interesting!!!!
p.s... I love the Luxy channels!
SoCalDutchess 5 months ago
@SoCalDutchess thanks :)
Ps: I do too !!!
ikziehetprobleemni 5 months ago
@ikziehetprobleemni "in catholic times"? did you mean something else? because technically we could still be described as living in "catholic times"... catholicism is just a religion, not a historical period :)
Aoifxxx 5 months ago in playlist More videos from EverythingLuxy
I loooooove your personality... I agree on everything...:-) so true..:-)
0Andrejka0 6 months ago
" i wanted to be be nick carters girlfriend or whatever" that was so funny XD
ThinkLuluBee 6 months ago
@ThinkLuluBee loll yeaaa :D shes so cute
Nitha26 6 months ago
Mimi i totally agree with you. I am engaged myself and I told my fiance before hand that I never wanted a ring for my engagement because I am not materialistic. Although my fiance and I will be getting matching wedding bands to show our marriage but I don't believe a diamond should represent a marriage or ones love for another. and Congratulations on your marriage I wish you the best. <3
PeaceLoveCharmony 6 months ago 21
@PeaceLoveCharmony Thank you sweetie:) Congrats on your engagement and wish you guys lotsa love and a fun life together:)
EverythingLuxy 6 months ago 5
Blood Diamond = Leonardo DiCaprio = I LOVE HIM ! <3333
GuyaneseSweethart55 6 months ago
I rarely wear my rings, and I never used to wear them to work because I was terrified I'd lose them somehow. All the married women at my workplace seemed to think it was strange, and it made me feel awkward. I love my husband and I'm not interested in anyone else, but it seems to be that women think if you don't wear your ring that maybe your eyes are wandering? Stupid reasoning really.
Heather063 6 months ago
mimi, thats an interesting story and it makes much sense nobody should pay thousands dollars for a stone.
tygrelove 6 months ago
can you do a hair tutorial?
your hair is stunning !
Xcheenie 6 months ago
I totally understand your feelings on rings and everything, I think you make a great statement. But the ring you have with a diamond does somewhat show alex's love to you... If i were you and did not like diamond rings, I would just out it on a plain gold chain. make it a necklace ! (:
sabrinaadbrecords 6 months ago
Diamonds are a waist and loss of your money while gold is real unlimited loss-proof investment.
My gf got a $30,000 ring. After divorce all she got for it was $8000. Smart women invest in gold. Just look at it's price now. Almost $2000 /oz!!!
sslilac 6 months ago
your eyes are stunning!
themissjeena 6 months ago
mimi you are truly beautiful inside and out!
chuee1000 7 months ago
Soooo jelous of ur life! It looks sooo fun!
6752sierramartin 7 months ago
I love how you are so passionate about so many things, it's very inspiring <3 love you!
injilaaa 7 months ago
Because of the movie!!
redsoxtomi 7 months ago
I feel the same way about diamond because of te
redsoxtomi 7 months ago
We want to have a tutorial of your hair!!!
dottoressaLoAn 7 months ago
Everything happens for a reason! :D
babylana70 7 months ago
I love your view on this
babylana70 7 months ago
I agree with your subject on diamonds. That said I strongly feel that a married man and a women should at least wear a simple wedding band. It declares to the outside world that you are married, it is then easy for people to respect that status (especially if they do not know you) and then there is no confusion. It is true that a ring does not make a marriage, just as a wedding dress does not signify purity, but a simple ring is a recognisable symbol of the union.
BeauBoutiqueLondon 7 months ago
You're the only girl Ive ever heard say this. lol
JuicyCosmetic 7 months ago
@JuicyCosmetic she certainly is not! alot of women say this....
mazzaa1988 7 months ago
I cant wait until I get my engagement ring. I would love to wear one!
JuicyCosmetic 7 months ago
hey mimi, quick qs...are u wearing a michael kors watch? if so what model is it?? thanks and kepp up the good work xo
missnoorelain 7 months ago
i feel the same way too !!! i told my boyfriend not to think about dimonds at all cause i do not like them ... for the same reason you have meantioned .... i do not wear rings in general too .. if i have a ring it is something nice with color ... not a boring dimond
squisitome 7 months ago
You are so humble and down to earth. I agree with you 100% , it also made me smile when you mentioned you liked the bsb... i also loved Nick Carter when i was younger hah.
christierodz 7 months ago 2
I hear ya girl! My boyfriend gave me a ring when I was pregnant 3 1/2 years ago. I recently lost it and wasn't upset, surprisingly. He took me to get a new one because he wanted to, not because I think I "need" one. We're not married but we've been together for 7 years. I don't care to ever get married. I think our love is all we need :)
digitalteacup 7 months ago
I love the idea of taking something important to you and making it into two wedding bands. It makes you feel as if you were a person on your own in life and when you found the perfect someone you are a perfect pair. One piece into two beautiful pieces. I believe a ring symbolizes your commitment to your other half and it shouldn't have to be so elaborate. Thank you for sharing your story. You are a beautiful couple.
pupulewahine87 7 months ago
I do not quite agree with you on this subject. It is not the physical presence of a ring or diamonds, but the meaning behind it that matter. A wedding band or engagement ring usually steps up a relationship from anything you can walk out of to something of much more importance. Why? Bc a normal guy would not give you something that expensive for no reason. I can see that if to you, particularly, the ring does not bear such an important meaning, you could care less about it.
OnlyLauraWins 7 months ago
Mimi, you are so down to earth. Wish I had a friend like you :)
onlyanaxor86 7 months ago 3
ur really preetty
violetslover34 7 months ago
I feel exactly the same way lady! Love your hair too :)
camellia178 7 months ago
I love your hair color, how it is dark at the top, then fades to brown! Did you get it done or did you do it yourself?
TheNeelyGrace 7 months ago
Im married for 3 years now ( very happy years) and we do not wear the weeding rings... never.... we are married in our hearts and our minds... we do not need a ring to prove it... but everybody ask us a lot why we do not wear it....
szumsia 7 months ago
Beautiful story! <3
biohanydesi 7 months ago 2
amazing video, i really liked the way you carried this one out : )
willsmith2fp 7 months ago
Hi Mimi... I just love so much both channels you and Leyla have. I always feel like you guys are just sitting in front of me casually chatting like girlfriends. LOL You both just brighten my day.
I like you do not value the wedding ring my husband got me. I actually LOST it by accident!!! But we have been together for 8 years, I like you, I can attest that a ring means very little in the way of symbolizing the amount of love in a relationship.
Thank you for sharing with us!
Stephanie
honeyojoz 7 months ago
I totally agree that wearing wedding rings does not promisse a lifelong marriage. My parents have been married for 23 years now and they do not wear wedding rings at all. Yet they are happily married and it seems like they will stay together forever. I wish the same to you and your husband. You are truly in love with each other and this is all that matters. All the best Darling xxx
TheFashionIsland 7 months ago
that is so precious! I love that your wedding band represents your history and your unity as a couple instead of trying to make a materialistic statement. I admire you so much and for sharing your point of view. I agree with everything you said! You truly are beautiful on the inside and the outside.
PerfectlyImperfectBB 7 months ago
During my parent's 25th anniversary, they melted their old wedding band and the new one and did the same thing that you did. They have theirs engraved with messages to each other though and it's heavier too cause there's more gold. And I totally agree with you!Material things aren't what makes a relationship work but the love between the two people. Keep making wonderful videos!
simplychic1 7 months ago
I L O V E YOUR HAIR
GenerationSweden 7 months ago
Mimi, I understand that in West Africa, Blood diamonds result in the suffering and death of many people. However, in many countries such as my own, Botswana, diamonds help the government to provide necessary services for the people. In fact, 33 percent of their GDP comes from trade of diamonds. Each purchase of a diamond from the country means food for families, a better health care system, better infrastructures and even free education for children.
Aamirah17 7 months ago 3
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diamonds are a girl's best friend and mimi's worst enemy ;) hehe x
katyandmiabffs 7 months ago
i agree!100%
mydenmel 7 months ago
But I want my husband t0-be to buy me a very expensive wedding ring ..
Kisssekhtak 7 months ago
@LOVEPaulinka I don't, but I will do one for this look:)
EverythingLuxy 7 months ago 8
Mimi, I totally agree with you and feel the same. I don't care for diamonds at all. When my grandparents or mom would buy me diamond and I don't we wear them as often they would get offended.. but it's not that. It's because it's so expensive and I don't wanna lose them. It really is ridiculous to spend so much on a tiny diamond. When you can take all that money and do so much better things with it and get alot out of it instead of just one small ring.
l0veLyJbaby90 7 months ago 9
@l0veLyJbaby90 I hear you hun:)
EverythingLuxy 7 months ago 3
diamonds are a waste ogf money, cubic zirconia looks the exact same :)
my husband and i chose to spend money on a down payment on a house then a diamond and i have a cubic zirconia and no one can tell the difference.
the lady at the jewelry store when we were looking at engagement rings told us that to the untrained eye no one can tell the difference between a diamond and a cubic zirconia :)
raeganrgoasdoue 7 months ago
I agree!!! I ♥ you Mimi!
operagirlify 7 months ago
iv never thought about a ring like that and actally your right its only a ring and love and being good to eachother is alot more important :D x
blushiemakeup 7 months ago
You could always get a ring from Diamond Nexus Labs, they are made in a lab, but are basically made up of the same thing as a real diamond! Check it out, one day when I get engaged I wouldn't mind getting one that's been "made".
geraldine713 7 months ago
My teacher never wore his and his wife worked at the same place so I asked him why and he doesnt like to wear them either
Angelnot95 7 months ago
Hi Mimi :) thanks for posting this video. I really respect you for your strong personality and clear opinion on the subject. I may not have the same opinion, as I'm a traditional person and I'm willing to wear the engagement ring and the wedding one (even if it's with a diamond, because I find not only not buying this jewellery is a way to help but also donating proper organisations) but I really think it's fantasctic you are so open and willing to share your idea. Keep it up!
trish3333 7 months ago
Everybody gives so much about wedding/engagement rings. I have an engagement ring and wear it everyday because my boyfriend really wants me to wear it. I wouldn't really wear it everyday.It's not because you don't wear a ring that you don't love the person who gave it to you. I have a ring that I've got from my mother and I don't wear that everyday too.That's the same actually. My engagement ring is really worn off, that's a pitty. Wouldn't be like that if I didn't wear it every day.
KMCosmetic 7 months ago
Wow I totally agree with you in everything. I have been married for ten years and all I wear is a simple sterling silver band that u love so. I also have friends who got engaged with huge diamonds and there marriage didn't last. So I agree with you. Your wedding band is gorgeous and and the story behind it is beautiful. :)
TheIsabel05031 7 months ago
Mimi, I Totally Agree With You. Im Not As Interested In Diamonds & All That Material Stuff. I Like Costume Rings & All That But Most Of The Time, I Never Wear Rings. I Think That People Dnt Understand The Word "Opinion" It Kinda Sets Them Off Because They Arent Used To People Disagreeing With Them. Personally, I Understand Where U Come From In This Video And I Really Appreciate Your Honesty. I Have Seen You And Your Husband Do A Vid Together & Yall Are Genuine. Wish You All The Best ! <3
aneisa10 7 months ago 17
@aneisa10 Thank you darling Aneisa:) I really appreciate your kind words:)
EverythingLuxy 7 months ago
@EverythingLuxy Lol Your VERY Welcome :)
aneisa10 7 months ago
I think it is lovely that you are so down to earth and that you prioritize values over material things. I totally get that. When you talked about ur parents selling theirs because "times were hard", I guess thats why it's so special to me. Anyone can go buy one. It's the work behind it, and the thought of my guy trying so hard to obtain something exclusive for me. He is trying to prove a point that "I would do anything for you". That's why I love them. And it's a nice reminder also.
adambbabyd 7 months ago 2
I TOTALLY agree!!! I personally don't want to be part of the blood diamond industry!!! People die every day just so we can wear diamond....terrible!!!
leismile 7 months ago
Mimi you're a great person! I love all of your videos and how you explain your opinion, that's great! Love it! :D
SiiLViiA19 7 months ago
My goodness,you are amazing.I'm a girl and I totally look up to you and Leyla. You truly are good people and that is very hard to come across in today's society! Keep up the amazing work.xoxo :)
R4ever1 7 months ago
i say whatever floats your boat :) shes not hurting anyone so haters shush
tavaleta 7 months ago 2
Wow, i didnt realize you were getting so much flack for this video. I for one, loved your ring story. Many of the longest lasting couples I know (my parents included) never felt the need to wear wedding rings. However, EVERY divorced couple I know did. A ring only has as much meaning as you give to it, and if you do not want to wear yours, that is your prerogative. I mean if you really think a ring is going to stop people from hitting on you, you have a lot to learn.
aalamode 7 months ago 4
omg people, get over it. who cares what she does with HER wedding ring? get over it!!
xoOnatalieOox 7 months ago
Bravo!! I think its great that you made this video.
TheTeppylei 7 months ago
Mimi, how long as you feel good about selling the rings & donateing the money you should do it. When Alex is okay with that why not then? i love how you and leyla always inspire me, because of being unselfish in every kind of way. You two are such good & lovely persons that it's hard for me to understand how people write you 'hate' comments. Even though - i wouldnt sell my wedding ring because it has a story. You know what i mean? but it's still your decision :) <3 Love you.
JullaGermany 7 months ago
Mimi, you look so beautiful in this video, that purple shadow brings out your eyes and gorgeous hair! I love it! Second, I find your opinion so valuable and inspiring it also makes me think about it too. I also watched Bloody Diamond and it really impacted me. I'm not a big fan of diamonds, but just because I think they're not my style. I do love the gold bands and they totally go with the delicate and sophisticated couple you and Alex are. Love you Mimi! Thanks for the sincere response :)
gabymijack 7 months ago
@gabymijack awww...thank you sweetie:) I appreciate your comment:)
LuxyHair 7 months ago
Diamonds ring or not what we want is true love !! and diamonds are not gonna give that !!! So I agree wit U mimi !!!!
ciarasong 7 months ago
@ciarasong Amen! :)
LuxyHair 7 months ago
@LuxyHair lol :) Amen!
ciarasong 7 months ago
Mimi I love your bedroom , where did you get the furniture ???
ochoukette 7 months ago
i feel the same way about marriage! its only a certificate
MixedBerries275 7 months ago
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MixedBerries275 7 months ago
71 people are gold diggers lol Jking but this is a great video
sillymia1206 7 months ago
Thank you for making this video and shinning some light on a very important issue in our society today.PPL ARE DYING in Africa for diamonds.I just recently got engaged and I feel the same way you do.Haters are gonna hate. Keep doing your thing, love.
xStella140x 7 months ago
@xStella140x Thank you sweetie:)